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Which coffee chains are winning in Vietnam?
The country’s coffee market is worth an estimated $552.56m.
4 days ago
QSR Media expands to the Middle East with launch of first conference
QSR Media expands to the Middle East with launch of first conference
The event will also feature the first QSR Media Middle East Awards.
3 days ago
Popeyes Singapore launches first breakfast menu
Popeyes Singapore launches first breakfast menu
All 19 outlets across Singapore will have the new menu.
5 days ago
Weekly Global Wrap: McDonald's closes spin-off brand; Starbucks launch self-service kiosk; TGI Fridays overhauls menu
Weekly Global Wrap: McDonald's closes spin-off brand; Starbucks launch self-service kiosk; TGI Fridays overhauls menu
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
5 days ago
Korean fast food chain Lotteria eyes Philippines expansion
Korean fast food chain Lotteria eyes Philippines expansion
The group plans to open 30 restaurants in five years
5 days ago
Boba Bhai expands to RTD bubble teas, eyes 20% sales from new channels
Boba Bhai expands to RTD bubble teas, eyes 20% sales from new channels
The canned teas are now live on Blinkit and Zepto, with Instamart expected to follow.
Florida’s Blueprint Cookies to debut first int’l store in Dubai
Florida’s Blueprint Cookies to debut first int’l store in Dubai
The first 100 visitors on opening day will get a free limited-edition pink tumbler with Blueprint stickers.
Entertainment dining chain Dave & Buster’s breaks ground in the Philippines
Entertainment dining chain Dave & Buster’s breaks ground in the Philippines
Entertainment dining chain Dave & Buster’s breaks ground in the Philippines.
Careem Food launches ‘Meals:On’ in Abu Dhabi for solo food orders
Careem Food launches ‘Meals:On’ in Abu Dhabi for solo food orders
It offers a curated selection of complete meal deals, all priced under AED29.
What will drive UAE’s fast-food market to reach $25.36b by 2033?
What will drive UAE’s fast-food market to reach $25.36b by 2033?
The segment will grow at 19.2% from 2025 to 2033.
Bahrain hospitality firm Al Abraaj Restaurants Group adds bitcoin to treasury
Bahrain hospitality firm Al Abraaj Restaurants Group adds bitcoin to treasury
The company claims to be the first in the Middle East to do so.
Greek-born creperie chain Crepa Crepa enters Abu Dhabi market
Greek-born creperie chain Crepa Crepa enters Abu Dhabi market
The brand offers a variety of crepes, including options like four cheese, Texas BBQ, and chicken Philly.
Pizza Hut Singapore unveils new elevated dine-in menu
Pizza Hut Singapore unveils new elevated dine-in menu
The hero of the new menu is the artisanal sourdough pizzas.
Luckin Coffee, Brazilian agencies to launch ‘Brazil Coffee Culture Festival 2.0’
Luckin Coffee, Brazilian agencies to launch ‘Brazil Coffee Culture Festival 2.0’
Additionally, they will also launch the “Brazilian Smallholder Coffee Farmer Support Program.”
Social Media Wrap: Dunkin Philippines marks unique wedding moment; Burger King India showcases new marketing promo using AI; KOI The Singapore partners with online game
Social Media Wrap: Dunkin Philippines marks unique wedding moment; Burger King India showcases new marketing promo using AI; KOI The Singapore partners with online game
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Weekly Global Wrap: Saudi Arabia deployes McDonald's truck for Trump visit; In-N-Out removes Red Dye 40 from menu; Starbucks reportedly mulling China business sale
Weekly Global Wrap: Saudi Arabia deployes McDonald's truck for Trump visit; In-N-Out removes Red Dye 40 from menu; Starbucks reportedly mulling China business sale
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Exclusives
New concepts
Gwen’s Frozen brings a father’s dream to life
It’s a malt shop from an American dad for his Singaporean daughter.
Executive insights
Grab helps users find new food spots for their next dinner out
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The app’s 5-star badge has become a trusted marker for users seeking high-quality dining.
Executive insights
Yolk Brands bets on burger, chicken for global expansion
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Pickl and BonBird are going places in the next half decade.
Executive insights
Pizza Hut Taiwan taps Gen Z to build hype
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It is part of a strategy that ditches traditional marketing in favour of virality.
Research
Southeast Asia’s commuters, hard workers fuel fast-food growth
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People who work longer consume more Big Macs.
Executive insights
Dark kitchens starting to lose their appeal
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Companies prefer to build physical restaurants especially if they have the capital.
Event News
The event will also feature the first QSR Media Middle East Awards.
