Executive insights

Dave’s Hot Chicken eyes China, Southeast Asia expansion

The brand is reportedly exploring a potential sale valued at $1b.

Amorino explores further expansion outside Dubai

The ice-cream fast-food chain plans to open stores in Sharjah and Abu Dhabi.

Boba Bhai eyes Indian bubble tea empire with K-pop twist

The fast-food chain is riding the Korean wave to sell cold pearl milk tea.

99 Pancakes eyes sales jump amidst Indian expansion

The restaurant’s growth will be financed by its most recent funding round.

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.