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Over 270 F&B outlets in Singapore to phase out plastic straws

Over 270 F&B outlets in Singapore to phase out plastic straws

A survey commissioned by WWF showed that 9 out of 10 people recognise the environmental problems caused by disposable plastic.

Will private equity reshape franchising in SEA?

A new report forecasts more “cross-border” franchising in the region.

Yum China eyes Thailand's 5 billion baht hotpot market

The company also plans to expand in Malaysia, the Philippines and Indonesia.

Impossible Foods announces US$300 million funding round to accelerate expansion

The company’s signature Impossible Burger continues its sales surge.

Fast food chains boost Hong Kong restaurant sales

Non-Chinese restaurants, meanwhile, jumped by 4.8% in value.

Western QSRs shine amid slowing growth of China's foodservice market

Traditional Chinese main-dish-oriented channels were stagnant.

Luckin Coffee files for U.S. IPO

The Chinese startup is reportedly planning to raise US$500 million to US$800 million.

China's on-premise coffee sector reached US$9.6 billion in 2018: study

However, it is expected to grow at a slower rate in the next years due to the country’s thriving tea shops.

Southeast Asian foodservice in 2019 to grow at the same rate as 2018

The Philippines is projected to witness the fastest growth among SEA markets.

Dine Brands Global inks franchising deal to bring IHOP to Pakistan

The agreement calls for 19 locations over the next nine years.

Inside Deliveroo's futuristic food market

The site features a fully-automated ordering experience and 40-seater dine-in space.

Yum China aims to set the standard for customer experience with new innovation center in Shanghai

The nation's largest fast food company continues to see a "huge space" for growth.

Japan now home to largest Starbucks in the world

Customers can enjoy more than 100 unique coffee and tea beverages and merchandise exclusively available at the coffee giant's newest Reserve Roastery in Tokyo.

BreadTalk Group's net profit up 82.5% in Q4, buys out joint venture partner in Thailand

The company says they have gained "strong momentum" through their joint ventures and partnerships.

Singapore's food and beverage sales rise by 4.5% YoY in December

Total sales value was estimated at SG$925 million, with growth felt across the board.

Is India the next great market for QSRs?

Its foodservice market is slated to grow over 10% in the next five years.