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foodpanda Singapore grew 23% in Q1
19 Apr 18
The result follows a string of recent initiatives including the launch of a brand new centralised kitchen with a dine-in concept.
Weekly Global News Wrap: KFC US launches finance programme for its franchisees; Subway US tops in Temkin's customer experience ratings; Domino's Korea under fire for its GPS Tracker
18 Apr 18
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media Wrap Up: Burger King Japan launched Avocado Salsa Whopper; Old Chang Kee Singapore offers 500 breakfast meals for a week; Starbucks Japan unveils Strawberry Frappuccino
18 Apr 18
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
McDonald's Japan trials Big Mac Bacon to celebrate Big Mac's 50th year
18 Apr 18
Japanese celebrities joined the taste test to decide whether the new variant is worthy of the Big Mac name.
Ediya Coffee postpones IPO plan in China
18 Apr 18
It deemed the timing to be poor amidst rises in labour cost.
McDonald's Indian franchise under probe due to tax evasion
18 Apr 18
The Income Tax department conducted searches at nearly 20 premises of Hardcastle Restaurants Pvt Ltd.
Yoshinoya enters the Indian market
17 Apr 18
The brand has recently set up Yoshinoya India Pvt.
Find out the digital deal's role in improving customer experience
16 Apr 18
Combo items, special discounts, and the daily special – whether people dine out or stay in, a customer wanting a good deal has always been a...
Weekly Global News Wrap: Domino's US launches new mobile game; Dunkin' Donuts trials new snacking menu in Boston; Chick-Fil-A slated to be third largest QSR, says Technomic
11 Apr 18
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media Wrap Up: Krispy Kreme's Original Glazed now in coffee variants; 4Fingers to launch Penang site; Yoshinoya Thailand unveils new Sakura Ice Cream
11 Apr 18
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Asian convenience channel to thrive 6.6% a year to $5.1 trillion: IGD
11 Apr 18
IGD is predicting that convenience will be the fastest growing bricks-and-mortar channel in Asia over the next five years.
Starbucks launches voice ordering with Bixby in South Korea
11 Apr 18
With the launch, Starbucks Coffee Korea is the first retailer to leverage Samsung’s Bixby to allow for end-to-end ordering and payment....
McDonald's Malaysia to invest $15.5m on green initiatives
11 Apr 18
This is in line with the company’s global sustainability Scale for Good strategy.
Starbucks Indonesia banks on consumer spending to grow its revenue
11 Apr 18
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
4 Apr 18
It plans to expand in China’s fast-growing market for local delivery of food and other services.
Weekly Global News Wrap: AI communication robot to launch in Seattle restaurant; Tim Hortons reveals Welcome Image overhaul; In-N-Out Burger sues CEO poser
4 Apr 18
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media Wrap Up: Starbucks launches mobile app in the Philippines; Texas Chicken Malaysia unveils Mega Crunch Box; Shakey's Philippines extends Lucky 777 delivery deal
4 Apr 18
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
McDonald's introduces mobile app in Hong Kong stores
4 Apr 18
The mobile app was launched in a bid to speed up the process.
Chicken Cottage launches second outlet in Malaysia
4 Apr 18
The brand has expanded its operations by opening in Taman Tun Dr Ismail (TTDI).
KFC India unveils flavoured lip balms
3 Apr 18
KFC's Double Trouble Lip Balms will be available in two flavours.
Social Media Wrap Up: Starbucks Japan unveils chalk art animation series; Wendy's Malaysia introduces Lite Choices range; Starbucks Philippines to launch loyalty app
28 Mar 18
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Weekly Global News Wrap: Starbucks sees growth in digital; Wendy's unveils new concept in London; Taco Bell to roll out chips in groceries
28 Mar 18
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Word-of-mouth marketing thrives amidst digital saturation
28 Mar 18
Online communities drive sales and increase footfalls for QSRs.
Will GrabFood devour Singapore's food delivery companies?
28 Mar 18
Uber EATS will move into GrabFood’s platform soon, and some think foodpanda, honestbee, and Deliveroo should be worried.
Ah Dong Teh House permanently closed Singapore store
28 Mar 18
After five years, the casual dining brand has closed its Tebing Lane restaurant on March 24, 2018.
Starbucks Hong Kong shakes up menu with exclusive alcohol offerings
28 Mar 18
Its IFC Mall site is the brand's first cafe serving coffee-infused craft beers.
Borneo Oil to launch 40 Broasted by SugarBun kiosks in Malaysia
28 Mar 18
There will be 20 sites in Sabah, 15 in Peninsular Malaysia, and five in Sarawak.
foodpanda unveils new dine-in restaurant concept in Singapore
27 Mar 18
Launching on March 30, favourites by foodpanda will bring nine F&B brands under one roof.
New York-based Black Tap Craft to launch in Singapore
22 Mar 18
The opening of Black Tap Singapore will mark the New York import's first foray into Asia.
QSRs must surprise and delight guests to gain an edge, says Detpak's general manager Tom Lunn
21 Mar 18
In this data-driven industry, personalisation and timing matter in creating a worthwhile delivery experience.
Burger King Indonesia's website infected with malware
21 Mar 18
The malware inserts are located in the footer section and point to Coinpot.co site to mine Dogecoin.
Social Media Wrap Up: Subway Singapore goes Halal; Krispy Kreme Singapore rolls out Hazelnut OG; Jollibee launches new Wasabi Fries
21 Mar 18
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Weekly Global News Wrap: Ikea to launch fast food of the future concept; McDonald's Experience of the Future strains employees; Little Caesars unveils new pizza robot
21 Mar 18
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Chatime Malaysia to sue Loob Holding over brand misrepresentation
21 Mar 18
Loob Holding’s official website allegedly indicated that Chatime was renamed to Tealive.
McDonald's to shut down sites at Sinchon, SNU subway stations
21 Mar 18
The McDonald’s outlet at exit 3 of Sinchon Station, Seoul will permanently close on April.
Korean food-tech firm Woowa Brothers to launch a delivery robot
21 Mar 18
The creators plan to commercialise the robot within five years.
QSR operator Central Restaurants Group sets up Bt10b fund for expansion
21 Mar 18
It is aiming to grow its share in Thailand’s Bt140 billion food chain segment over five years.
Can single-unit owners survive the franchising war?
19 Mar 18
Operators are slammed with uncertainty and increased volatility.
Social Media Wrap Up: Starbucks Singapore unveils six new brews; Domino's Singapore to give away 28 pizzas for 28 days; Yellow Cab launches new chicken offer
14 Mar 18
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Weekly Global News Wrap: Starbucks US taps digital menus; Flippy stops working after two days; McDonald's US launches fresh beef
14 Mar 18
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.

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