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Localised over standardised offerings preferred in cafes

Kenangan Coffee brews success with localised flavours and innovative business model.

Localised over standardised offerings preferred in cafes

Kenangan Coffee brews success with localised flavours and innovative business model.

Hong Kong restaurants turn to food delivery amidst economic challenges

7 in 10 are satisfied with their business performance in Q3.

How Presotea plans to build a global bubble tea empire

The brand is known for adapting the espresso brewing process for tea.

How Fore Coffee plans to conquer Singapore’s crowded coffee market

 With 150 coffee shops in Indonesia, Fore Coffee takes aim at the international market starting with Singapore.

Why China’s fierce cafe market is stirring up product innovation

Coffee and tea outlets will inch up at a CAGR of 1.4% from 2023 to 2027.

How GOPIZZA plans to be the next McDonald’s

The brand already has 200 restaurants across a couple of Asian markets.

Inside llaollao’s growth strategy in the Philippines

Its operator packaged the brand in its ‘affordable luxury’ business model.

Experts point to Indonesia as a top market for SG brands seeking expansion

Local franchisors can “get a lot more for the same dollar” in Indonesia.

Why Woodpeckers Group is ready to raise a homegrown brand

The group recently signed a 20-year national franchise agreement with a Thai company.

How GOPIZZA leveraged local consumer trends for India expansion

Leveraging K-dramas and K-pop craze, GOPIZZA aims to captivate India’s market with unique Korean fast food towards global expansion.

What will dining and foodservice in Hong Kong look like in 2040?

A report reveals more bespoke meals catered to specific health needs.

The secret ingredient to viral fast-food marketing campaigns

Burger King Singapore’s head of marketing shares four tips.

How Marrybrown plans to compete in the Australian fast-food chicken market

CEO Joshua Liew is confident of his brand’s strategies in entering the Australian market and competing against popular fast food chains.

Oldtown White Coffee expands into the Philippines

Eyeing 50 outlets in 3 years, the CEO shares insights on coffee consumption culture in Asia and future trends in the quick restaurant service industry.

KFC marketing and food leader reveals marketing challenges, shares menu innovation tips

The challenge is getting customers to look at the brand and coming back.

Survey reveals the top 10 fast-food brands in the world

A survey reveals that the top 10 fast-food brands are valued at $340b.