In Focus
China's on-premise coffee sector reached US$9.6 billion in 2018: study
China's on-premise coffee sector reached US$9.6 billion in 2018: study
However, it is expected to grow at a slower rate in the next years due to the country’s thriving tea shops.
After dominating the Malaysian bubble tea scene, Tealive sets its sights on becoming a global lifestyle tea player
Find out how its parent company plans to expand to ten countries in two years.
Southeast Asian foodservice in 2019 to grow at the same rate as 2018
The Philippines is projected to witness the fastest growth among SEA markets.
Dine Brands Global inks franchising deal to bring IHOP to Pakistan
The agreement calls for 19 locations over the next nine years.
Inside Deliveroo's futuristic food market
The site features a fully-automated ordering experience and 40-seater dine-in space.
Yum China aims to set the standard for customer experience with new innovation center in Shanghai
The nation's largest fast food company continues to see a "huge space" for growth.
Japan now home to largest Starbucks in the world
Customers can enjoy more than 100 unique coffee and tea beverages and merchandise exclusively available at the coffee giant's newest Reserve Roastery in Tokyo.
BreadTalk Group's net profit up 82.5% in Q4, buys out joint venture partner in Thailand
The company says they have gained "strong momentum" through their joint ventures and partnerships.
Singapore's food and beverage sales rise by 4.5% YoY in December
Total sales value was estimated at SG$925 million, with growth felt across the board.
Is India the next great market for QSRs?
Its foodservice market is slated to grow over 10% in the next five years.
KFC gives wings to Yum China's growth in Q4
The company plans to open 600 to 650 outlets during FY 2019.
“Alexa, start KFC”: Yum! Brands teams up with Amazon in India to integrate voice ordering
The chicken chain is the first restaurant brand in the country to provide this service.
How Starbucks' coffee sanctuary pays homage to Indonesia's coffee culture
The coffee giant’s largest Reserve store in Southeast Asia also includes a farm for customers to witness the coffee-making process.
BreadTalk Group takes full ownership of Food Republic Guangzhou
The total consideration for the proposed acquisition is at SG$150,000.
2018: Year In Review
Robot waiters, ‘future’ stores, and a brewing coffee war in China are some of the highlights during the past 12 months.
Café de Coral Group reports HK$4.2 billion revenue growth for H1 2019
The group aims to continue in improving customer experience and expand in Hong Kong and China.
QSR sector in Vietnam sees further decline in visits: study
Consumers prefer to buy at canteens, convenience stores and full-service restaurants.