Executive insights

Gong cha counts on decadent drinks to capture Middle East market

The bubble tea trend is growing in the region, where the climate keeps it popular year-round.

Chatime revamps Philippine menu in face of ‘boba’ bubble burst

It wants to go beyond just bubble tea by relaunching its smoothie line.

Nothing Before Coffee eyes $4m raise to disrupt India’s coffee scene

The homegrown brand has already outlined its plans to build 400 stores across the country. 

Bacha Coffee presents a sensory journey in Indonesia

Bacha Coffee Plaza Senayan features a boutique that showcases over 200 varieties of 100% Arabica coffee.

Har Har Chicken! eyes mass market appeal in taste and branding

The brand was developed to cater to on-the-go Singaporean diners.

KFC Singapore spends SG$1m on its biggest menu change

The brand did 12 months of R&D to develop its new burgers before its launch.

Increased competition challenges bubble tea brands

Henry Wang, president of La Kaffa International identifies three major challenges.

How Guzman y Gomez Singapore defines guest experience

GYG Singapore’s Josh Bell said this definition evolves as consumer habits change.

How Pizza Hut Taiwan captures consumer interest for decades

The brand has been known for amazing pizza flavours like Durian and stinky tofu.

Why Potato Corner aimed to be a more ‘younger’ brand

The brand has been in the market for over 30 years

Chooks-to-go targets non-traditional locations with smaller models

The brand is opening smaller food outlets inside school campuses.

3 APAC trends shaping Restaurant Brands International’s strategies

The multinational restaurant operator views the region as a source for growth expansion.

Why Baba Rafi’s growth depends on embracing Gen Z consumers

The group is investing in its social media platform to meet this new consumers.

TabSquare harnesses AI to boost restaurant profits

Tabsquare.ai managing director says a Netflix-style personalisation is now in.

The birth of Chooks-to-Go’s dine-in concept

The brand has 34 restaurants in operation.