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South Korea taps biggest QSR chains to push coffee drinkers away from plastic
South Korea taps biggest QSR chains to push coffee drinkers away from plastic
The government signed an agreement with 23 F&B chains.
6 hours ago
The Venti brews Philippine expansion with local franchise deal
The Venti brews Philippine expansion with local franchise deal
The chain aims to open its first outlet in Q3 2026.
6 hours ago
Starbucks unveils limited-edition pink Bearista glass cup across APAC
Starbucks unveils limited-edition pink Bearista glass cup across APAC
The updated cup features a pink Bearista wearing a hat and a strawberry-shaped straw topper.
6 hours ago
Guzman y Gomez Singapore revives Butter Chicken for National Day
Guzman y Gomez Singapore revives Butter Chicken for National Day
The limited-time menu item returns on 21 July alongside a new app initiative.
1 day ago
Chick-fil-A to open second Singapore outlet at Millenia Walk
Chick-fil-A to open second Singapore outlet at Millenia Walk
The restaurant will operate Monday to Saturday and close on Sundays.
1 day ago
Delivery Hero confirms advanced negotiations with Uber on takeover deal
Delivery Hero confirms advanced negotiations with Uber on takeover deal
The group said it won’t comment on speculations about the offer price.
2 days ago
GOPIZZA uses AI to standardise kitchen quality
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GOPIZZA uses AI to standardise kitchen quality
Go Vision tracks temperature, appearance and burn marks as the chain weighs AI costs and future automation.
3 days ago
Hong Kong approves 940 restaurants for dog-friendly dining
Hong Kong approves 940 restaurants for dog-friendly dining
McDonald's, Starbucks, and PizzaExpress are among chains included in the scheme
3 days ago
Starbucks Japan caps summer with Peach Creamy Tea Latte
Starbucks Japan caps summer with Peach Creamy Tea Latte
The drink combines chunks of peach, a creamy base, and black tea
4 days ago
Social Media Wrap: Potato Corner Singapore's viral Bring Your Own Tub promo; ZUS Coffee shares internal hiring practice story; KFC Singapore offers limited late-night menu
Social Media Wrap: Potato Corner Singapore's viral Bring Your Own Tub promo; ZUS Coffee shares internal hiring practice story; KFC Singapore offers limited late-night menu
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
4 days ago
Thai gelato brand Blendies debuts in Hong Kong
Thai gelato brand Blendies debuts in Hong Kong
The opening marks its first international expansion.
4 days ago
Weekly Global Wrap: Taco Bell expands AI drive-thru; Fast food faces new competition from grocery stores; Chili's calls out fast food prices
Weekly Global Wrap: Taco Bell expands AI drive-thru; Fast food faces new competition from grocery stores; Chili's calls out fast food prices
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
4 days ago
Starbucks Singapore introduces weekly ‘Slowdown Hours’
Starbucks Singapore introduces weekly ‘Slowdown Hours’
The initiative introduces softer lighting, music and reflection prompts every Wednesday.
nana's green tea launches desserts as it turns 25
nana's green tea launches desserts as it turns 25
The limited-time menu also introduces the brand's first Mid-Autumn gift box.
Inspira Global completes Restaurant Brands Asia acquisition
Inspira Global completes Restaurant Brands Asia acquisition
The transaction gives the firm a 41.78% stake with room to increase its holding.
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Potato Corner trades margins for viral marketing
The Bring Your Own Tub campaign generated 25 million TikTok impressions.
7 hours ago
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Domino’s Singapore targets impulse orders with brand refresh
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The pizza chain has launched the Thick Crunch range to boost orders beyond parties.
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Malaysian F&B brands abandon mass-market advertising
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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.
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Beyond rent, operators flagged structural challenges that complicate execution.
