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Darden Restaurants explores UK launch for Olive Garden, LongHorn and Capital Grille 

The US-based operator of 2,100 restaurants is working with WhiteSpace Partners to identify franchisees for its casual and fine dining brands. The move follows its first European opening in Madrid and aims to expand Darden’s presence across the continent.

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