'Boojum is a really strong business, with devoted customers and an exceptionally talented team.'
Northern Irish Mexican food chain Boojum is set to expand to the UK after being bought by restaurant chain Azzurri.
The Azzurri Group, who own Italian restaurant chain Zizzi, now have a controlling interest in Boojum as they aim to branch into the "fast-growing" Mexican food scene.According to Restaurant Online, the first UK Boojum restaurant could be up and running before the end of the year. "By leaning into Azzurri's financial strength and platform, Boojum can seize the massive opportunity in the Mexican fast casual segment.
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