Franchising
Tealive announces Middle East expansion
Tealive announces Middle East expansion
The brand’s parent plans to open 5 outlets during its first year.
Chipotle opens first restaurant in Dubai
It is located at ‘The Beach’ at Jumeirah Beach Residence.
Magnolia Bakery opens second location in Mumbai
The brand is operated by Spago Foods.
Baskin-Robbins reaches 1,000 outlet milestone in India
Baskin-Robbins first opened in India in 1993.
Restaurant brand operator Tam Jai International expands to Malaysia
The group operates three fast-casual restaurant brands.
Taco Bell expands into tourist hubs starting with Chiang Mai
This restaurant has an in-line model that features both indoor and outdoor areas.
Luckin Coffee opens 20,000th location
Luckin is considered the largest coffee chain in China by store count.
Jollibee says no plan yet to expand Compose Coffee internationally
The group has a 70% stake in the coffee brand.
KFC China’s coffee brand reaches 200 outlets
The unique concept features a cafe area adjacent to KFC outlets.
China’s Luckin Coffee reportedly mulling Malaysia debut
Its only international market is Singapore.
Malaysia’s Marrybrown enters Cambodia and Uzbekistan
The brand is set to launch its first restaurant in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
Popeyes opens third 24-hour restaurant concept in Singapore
This marks the 17th restaurant of the brand.
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf partners with Waterscape Investments to expand to Maldives
The brand will start opening cafes in Q3 2024.
Five Star targets 11,500 outlets in global expansion
It currently has 8,500 outlets worldwide.
Starbucks opens 400th outlet in India
The coffee giant’s new shop is located in Coimbatore, in Tamil Nadu.
YKKO launches first franchise restaurant model
YKKO is owned and operated by SGX-ST listed Yoma Strategic Holdings Ltd.
US bakery chain Sprinkles launches in Asia
The brand launched its franchise in South Korea.
Commentary
Evolving kitchen operations are helping QSR brands navigate supply and cost uncertainties