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PizzaExpress HK rolls out Grana Padano menu in EU-backed campaign
PizzaExpress HK rolls out Grana Padano menu in EU-backed campaign
The limited-time dishes span 19 outlets as cheese-led menu returns for summer.
20 hours ago
Starbucks cuts 180 corporate jobs in London and Hong Kong Hubs
Starbucks cuts 180 corporate jobs in London and Hong Kong Hubs
It eliminated about 120 positions in London.
21 hours ago
GYG Singapore unveils two-for-$12 draught beer special
GYG Singapore unveils two-for-$12 draught beer special
The promotion is available alongside menu items, including the BBQ Chicken Double Crunch burger.
1 day ago
Social Media Wrap: Tealive Philippines launches new matcha drinks; McDonald’s India unveils Coca-Cola mini ball meal promo; Domino’s Singapore offers $20 deal
Social Media Wrap: Tealive Philippines launches new matcha drinks; McDonald’s India unveils Coca-Cola mini ball meal promo; Domino’s Singapore offers $20 deal
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
1 day ago
Weekly Global Wrap: Yum China buys Pizza Hut China; McDonald’s revives fried apple pie; Taco Bell expands fajita lineup
Weekly Global Wrap: Yum China buys Pizza Hut China; McDonald’s revives fried apple pie; Taco Bell expands fajita lineup
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
1 day ago
Pepper Lunch launches steak menu with BTS V Coca-Cola collectible tie-up
Pepper Lunch launches steak menu with BTS V Coca-Cola collectible tie-up
Marks the brand’s first-ever collaboration with Coca-Cola
3 days ago
Tim Ho Wan to shut first Singapore outlet after 13 years
Tim Ho Wan to shut first Singapore outlet after 13 years
The closure comes ahead of Plaza Singapura’s $160m upgrade.
3 days ago
McDonald’s Singapore, FAS hold football clinic ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026™
McDonald’s Singapore, FAS hold football clinic ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026™
FAS-accredited coaches led football drills and interactive activities.
4 days ago
Yum! Brands to sell Pizza Hut operations in $2.7b deal
Yum! Brands to sell Pizza Hut operations in $2.7b deal
Yum!’s board approved the deals, which are expected to close in the third quarter of 2026.
5 days ago
Magnolia Bakery India launches limited Father’s Day dessert line
Magnolia Bakery India launches limited Father’s Day dessert line
It will be sold across Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi, and Hyderabad outlets.
5 days ago
Tealive, Dutch Lady brew up new RTD milk tea line
Tealive, Dutch Lady brew up new RTD milk tea line
The range includes MooTea (Signature Milk Tea) and MeowCha (Signature Matcha).
5 days ago
KFC unveils new era of boneless chicken, store design globally
KFC unveils new era of boneless chicken, store design globally
It is also updating its visual identity, including changes to its bucket design.
6 days ago
Starbucks boosts iced drinks with new Protein Cold Foam across APAC
Starbucks boosts iced drinks with new Protein Cold Foam across APAC
The rollout includes Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, and New Zealand.
6 days ago
Third Wave Coffee launches in Kolkata with triple café rollout
Third Wave Coffee launches in Kolkata with triple café rollout
The company plans to add another five to six outlets in the city.
6 days ago
Social Media Wrap: Café Amazon Thailand’s Mickey-patterned cups; Starbucks Malaysia's new Grapefruit drinks; Dairy Queen Philippines’ ‘All for the Cool Pops’
Social Media Wrap: Café Amazon Thailand’s Mickey-patterned cups; Starbucks Malaysia's new Grapefruit drinks; Dairy Queen Philippines’ ‘All for the Cool Pops’
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
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Malaysian F&B brands abandon mass-market advertising
Programmatic ad buying is pushing brands toward data-led targeting.
Domino’s India cafe experiment to lure customers during off-peak hours
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Its biggest challenge is making coffee a habitual purchase at a pizza chain.
Food Services
Deliveroo exit triggers food delivery duopoly in Singapore
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Consolidation may lift fees and commissions as Grab and Foodpanda dominate.
Global brands accept high costs as gateway strategy squeezes local shops
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International operators arrive with established digital marketing capabilities and supply chains.
Executive insights
Pepper Lunch flags consistency as key hurdle to Asia expansion
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It’s prioritising tighter operational discipline over menu expansion.
Executive insights
Why digital ecosystems will decide QSR’s winners in Southeast Asia
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QSRs that own first‑party customer data will outperform the rest.
Executive insights
Operators told to invest in frontline teams to fix operational gaps
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Even small communication gaps can multiply very quickly.
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Beyond rent, operators flagged structural challenges that complicate execution.
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Audit ready is no longer enough: What Singapore's SAFE framework means for QSR operators across Asia