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Asia 2024: Year in Review
We look back at the highs and lows of the Asian multi-site restaurant industry these past twelve months.
4 days ago
A peek inside KFC’s new sauce-focused off-shoot brand Saucy
A peek inside KFC’s new sauce-focused off-shoot brand Saucy
The new brand promises over 4,000 flavour combinations.
3 days ago
McDonald’s UAE launches McCrispy burger
McDonald’s UAE launches McCrispy burger
To mark the launch, the brand invites its customers to play the new McCrispy—Unforgettable Crunch game on their app.
4 days ago
TCBY partners with Sterling Restaurants for multi-unit franchise expansion in Qatar
TCBY partners with Sterling Restaurants for multi-unit franchise expansion in Qatar
It plans to open more than 10 new TCBY locations across Qatar within the next five years.
4 days ago
Rebel Foods secures $210m series G funding from Temasek
Rebel Foods secures $210m series G funding from Temasek
It also saw investment from existing investor Evolvence.
5 days ago
GOPIZZA launches India’s first Korean dessert brand Dalkomi
GOPIZZA launches India’s first Korean dessert brand Dalkomi
It is located in Bengaluru airport.
5 days ago
Social Media Wrap: IlaoIlao Malaysia's new LUXE collection; Burger King Cambodia sells wings; Popeyes Philippines launch new holiday bundles
Social Media Wrap: IlaoIlao Malaysia's new LUXE collection; Burger King Cambodia sells wings; Popeyes Philippines launch new holiday bundles
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
6 days ago
Subway UAE, Excellent Hot Sauce capture 'cafeteria culture' in first localised menu
Subway UAE, Excellent Hot Sauce capture 'cafeteria culture' in first localised menu
They launched two limited-edition subs and a side dish inspired by the UAE's cafeteria culture.
6 days ago
Weekly Global Wrap: McDonald's enters Pokemon collab; KFC Canada's holiday vinyl record bucket toppers; Taco Bell reveals its cafe concept
Weekly Global Wrap: McDonald's enters Pokemon collab; KFC Canada's holiday vinyl record bucket toppers; Taco Bell reveals its cafe concept
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
6 days ago
Cenomi Retail opens 14 new Subway stores across Saudi Arabia in one day
Cenomi Retail opens 14 new Subway stores across Saudi Arabia in one day
By the end of 2024, the total number of Subway stores in the Kingdom is expected to rise to 57.
Luckin Coffee Singapore, Butterbear partner to make Little Butter Latte
Luckin Coffee Singapore, Butterbear partner to make Little Butter Latte
They have also added two seasonal drinks to their festive menu.
Cupbop to enter UAE market in H1 2025
Cupbop to enter UAE market in H1 2025
The brand plans to open 10 locations in the Emirates.
Subway unveils first self-order kiosks, anamorphic screen in EMEA region
Subway unveils first self-order kiosks, anamorphic screen in EMEA region
The relaunch positions the store as a key feature of Subway’s Fresh Forward 2.0 concept.
McDonald’s UAE launches Family Fun Dash to MOTN Festival in Abu Dhabi
McDonald’s UAE launches Family Fun Dash to MOTN Festival in Abu Dhabi
The activity course features activities such as giant block puzzles and wall climbing.
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99 Pancakes eyes sales jump amidst Indian expansion
The restaurant’s growth will be financed by its most recent funding round.
Executive insights
Gong cha counts on decadent drinks to capture Middle East market
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The bubble tea trend is growing in the region, where the climate keeps it popular year-round.
Starbucks Korea opens high-tech store in Seoul
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Its first reserve-only branch features AR art installations and a Mixology Bar.
Executive insights
Chatime revamps Philippine menu in face of ‘boba’ bubble burst
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It wants to go beyond just bubble tea by relaunching its smoothie line.
Marketing
How KFC Singapore’s new marketing director plans to embrace tech
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Jaslyn Lam has 18 years of marketing experience under her belt.
New concepts
Dairy Queen steers clear of China’s restaurant mid-market
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It is also shunning a price war in the burger space, opting to go premium.
Executive insights
Nothing Before Coffee eyes $4m raise to disrupt India’s coffee scene
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The homegrown brand has already outlined its plans to build 400 stores across the country.
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16 awards were given to the best brands with the most game-changing initiatives.
