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Jumbo Group debuts Tsui Wah into Southeast Asia
The move is line with the Group’s plans to expand restaurant brands and network to strengthen Singapore presence.
Jumbo Group debuts Tsui Wah into Southeast Asia
The move is line with the Group’s plans to expand restaurant brands and network to strengthen Singapore presence.
Old Chang Kee Singapore gross profit rose 3.7% to $13.4m in Q3
The Group’s revenue increased to approximately S$22.2m for the period from 1 October 2017 to 31 December 2017, an increase of approximately S$2.0m or 9.6%.
Jumbo Group net profit crashed 19.2% to $2.1m in Q1
It cited the increase in the number of outlets and expansion of the PRC corporate office.
McDonald's Japan net sales bolster 11.2% to $2.4b
Under the leadership of CEO Sarah Cassanova, the fast food giant began to focus on improvements in the quality of food, promotions, service, and employee treatment.
Which brand will fare in Japan's burger battle?
Fast food chains in Japan are launching the biggest expansion wave in decades. According to Nikkei Asian Review, McDonald's Holdings (Japan) is emerging from a slump and has announced its first net store increase in a decade this year. McDonald's aims to open 150 to 200 new locations in the next three years. Factoring in closings, it expects a net increase of around 100.
Burger King unveils largest Singapore outlet in Heartbeat@Bedok
The 5,281 square feet and 239-seat restaurant features a quiet study corner with electric plugs and free Wi-Fi.
McDonald's rolls out flagship 'future' store in Guangzhou
With a goal of creating a new customer-centric, digital-driven dining experience, the Victoria Square restaurant features new eight 'future' elements. These include buffet ordering, special menu, delivery to the table, newly-integrated McDonald's App, WeChat applet member points, mobile payment, two-point counter, and electronic dining cards.
Starbucks Coffee Korea Co. opens flagship store in Central Seoul
The Jongro store features a “Grand Bar” measuring 82 feet, making it the largest stand-alone bar at any Starbucks across South Korea.
Indian QSR is making a resurgence
The United Nations World Economic Situation and Prospects 2018 estimated the Indian industry to grow at 7.2% in 2018.
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2017: Year in Review
QSR Media's Year in Review looks at the big news of this year. Here is our summary of the most significant events and trends in the quick service and fast casual restaurant industry this year.
Top 10 Australian and British QSR concepts not found in Asia
From homegrown to contemporary concepts across the UK and Australia, let's take a look at some of these QSR brands and determine what sets them apart.
Starbucks unveils multi-sensory retail experience in the first Shanghai Roastery
The launch of the Roastery will see the debut of Italian artisan Rocco Princi bakery and Teavana bar in China.
Starbucks eyes expansion in hospital, subway space in Thailand
The company plans to open at least 40 stores in Bangkok and upcountry next year.
Deliveroo to launch new dine-in restaurants across Singapore
Singapore is the first market outside London to roll out Deliveroo’s Editions concept, after “successful trials” in Britain.
Max's Group's net profit up 11% to $8.2m in Q3
Its restaurant sales rose 13% to US$148.4m driven by revenue contribution of new stores and healthy same store sales.
New concepts in foodservice in 2017: Euromonitor
A new report from Euromonitor International called “New Concepts in Foodservice: Best of 2017” discusses three overarching trends seen in the global foodservice industry, referencing concepts from around the world that are exemplifying each trend.
