Food Services

Yum China's net income surged 41% to $288m in Q1

Its total system sales grew 6%, with 9% rise at KFC partially offset by 1% decline at Pizza Hut.

Yum China's net income surged 41% to $288m in Q1

Its total system sales grew 6%, with 9% rise at KFC partially offset by 1% decline at Pizza Hut.

Starbucks China's net revenue grew 54% to $1,186.4m in Q2

It is driven by incremental revenues from the impact of the ownership change in East China.

Impossible Foods makes international debut in Hong Kong

Little Bao and Happy Paradise will be amongst the first to serve the Impossible in Hong Kong.

Deliveroo partners with seven new partners for its second Editions kitchen

Deliveroo launched its second Deliveroo Editions site in CT Hub 2, Lavender in Singapore.

foodpanda Singapore grew 23% in Q1

The result follows a string of recent initiatives including the launch of a brand new centralised kitchen with a dine-in concept.

Starbucks poised to lead the coffee industry in China

The number of stores in China has grown from 800 to 3,200 in the past five years, with an average of one new store opening every 15 hours.

Starbucks Indonesia banks on consumer spending to grow its revenue

Its Indonesian operator, Mitra Adiperkasa, is predicting that a recovery in spending will sustain its highest revenue growth in three years.

Alibaba acquires Chinese delivery startup Ele.me in $9.5b deal

It plans to expand in China’s fast-growing market for local delivery of food and other services.

Word-of-mouth marketing thrives amidst digital saturation

Online communities drive sales and increase footfalls for QSRs.

Ah Dong Teh House permanently closed Singapore store

After five years, the casual dining brand has closed its Tebing Lane restaurant on March 24, 2018.

Grab to expand GrabFood in Southeast Asia following acquisition of Uber

It will integrate Uber’s food delivery business in the region into Grab’s existing fintech platform.

QSRs must surprise and delight guests to gain an edge, says Detpak's general manager Tom Lunn

In this data-driven industry, personalisation and timing matter in creating a worthwhile delivery experience.