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Starbucks China sees 14% dip in Q1 sales

The coffee giant’s global CEO acknowledged the impact of soaring inflation, higher worker costs and the impact of the Omicron variant on the business.

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The Habit Burger Grill is fired up and ready to start its race to 10,000 restaurants

General manager Yang Ming Ong shares first details of the chargrilled burger brand’s strategy, and how Asia would play a critical role.

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Hong Kong’s restaurants pessimistic amidst dine-in curfews, rising costs

Only 26% of restaurants surveyed said they are confident on the revenue on dine-in business in the approaching Chinese New Year period.

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Papa John’s inks deal to open over 1,300 stores in China by 2040

The franchisee development agreement is the biggest in the pizza chain’s history.

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2021: Year In Review

We look back at the highs and lows of the Asian multi-site restaurant industries these past twelve months.

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Singapore’s F&B sales shrinks 4.5% in October

Fast-food outlets, however, saw takings jump by 10.1%.

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Subway APAC president: regional growth can match U.S. foothold

In his first-ever interview with QSR Media, Eric Foo details the chain’s expansion targets and stressed their ongoing investment in digital engagement.

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McDonald’s Malaysia to open 200 more outlets within five years

It is in the process of hiring 10,000 workers as part of the expansion plan.

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Singapore’s F&B sales jumps 4.4% in September

Caterers experienced a jump in sales, owed to a low base last year.

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How EFG is rethinking its brand portfolio to turbocharge post-COVID growth

Managing director Martin Darby elaborates on the company’s omnichannel strategy and reveals key advantages of handling brands from various franchisors.

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