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Black Sheep Coffee secures US$16.5m for global expansion
25 Jun 19
The chain wants to reach 70 stores by end-2019.
Starbucks Japan unveils new Lemon Yoghurt Fermented Frappuccino
19 Jun 19
It is a mix of yogurt, cheese, and sweet sake amazake.
Rising incomes to boost Philippines' foodservice sector
19 Jun 19
Spending at restaurants and hotels account for most non-essential spending, which could further rise by 2023.
% Arabica Coffee to launch first Singapore outlet
19 Jun 19
The chain is targeting to open in 313 Somerset and Jewel Changi Airport next.
Paris Baguette eyes six more US stores
19 Jun 19
The move is part of its initiative to increase its US outlet count by 50% in 2019.
Weekly Global News Wrap: McDonald's hailed as most favourite fast food brand in the US; Burger King's ‘Stranger Things'-themed whopper; Amazon Restaurant ceases US operations
14 Jun 19
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media Wrap Up: McDonald's Singapore's new French Onion Shaker fries; Starbucks Philippines' Venti Van; QSRs unveil Father's Day deals
14 Jun 19
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Hot Dog On A Stick unveils first China store
13 Jun 19
20 more stores are slated to open in Shanghai.
Ediya Coffee boosts R&D efforts: report
13 Jun 19
The company also decided to roast coffee in-store.
Pronto Caffe & Bar unveils first Singapore store
13 Jun 19
The casual dining chain has plans to open more outlets in the country.
Bijin Nabe makes Hong Kong debut
13 Jun 19
The chain is brought by restaurant group AP Company.
Hard Rock Cafe to open first store in Kyoto
13 Jun 19
This will be the chain’s ninth branch in Japan.
BreadTalk fined for illegally discharging into public sewers
11 Jun 19
It was part of the 38 companies fined a total of $253,700.
Weekly Global News Wrap: Taco Bell's Nacho Fries campaign comes with a new ballad; Starbucks invests in renewable energy; Chipotle unveils limited-edition Pride gear
7 Jun 19
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media Wrap Up: Jollibee's latest Funko Pop; Domino's Singapore's push to hire older workers; Texas Chicken Malaysia's Sze Chuan-spiced Tenders
7 Jun 19
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Tim Hortons inks franchise deal in Thailand
7 Jun 19
A localised food menu is expected to be featured in the market.
Krispy Kreme Myanmar celebrates World Doughnut Day with deals and giveaways
6 Jun 19
More than 20 other markets are also participating.
Starbucks Malaysia opens new store in Juru
6 Jun 19
It is the chain’s ninth drive-thru in the Northern Region.
KFC Indonesia now selling fried chicken skin
3 Jun 19
At least five locations have added the new offering to their menus.
A&W Singapore to open second outlet in Ang Mo Kio
3 Jun 19
The company-owned restaurant will open in July.
Song Fa Bak Kut Teh to make its way in Taiwan
3 Jun 19
BreadTalk Group subsidiary Food Republic Taiwan will hold the franchise rights to develop the brand.
Deliveroo Singapore launches ‘cash out' feature
3 Jun 19
The Lion City is the first in Asia to implement this new feature for riders.
Shakey's expands portfolio with two food chains
3 Jun 19
The company wants 20 new stores by end-2019.
Weekly Global News Wrap: Chick-fil-A uses AI to spot foodborne illnesses; Pizza Hut revamps its original pan pizza after 40 years; Chipotle offers free burritos during the NBA finals
31 May 19
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media Wrap Up: Sakae Sushi Malaysia's Parent's Day sushi workshop; McDonald's Singapore unveils curry sauce in a bottle; Domino's Sri Lanka announces Cricket flavour dishes
31 May 19
  Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
BonChon to open Mall of America location
31 May 19
The upcoming outlet is located on the third level of the mall.
Vietnam's Seedcom increases revenue to 520%
31 May 19
The company’s growth was driven by its new retail model.
Urban Tea plans to roll out more stores in China
31 May 19
The brand will expand to 28 stores initially.
Food factories are eating up Singapore's industrial space
30 May 19
Over 630,000 sqft of food factory space came on-stream in 2019 YTD.
McDonald's China links loyalty programme to Ele.me app
30 May 19
More than 2,000 branches of the fast food giant now have a virtual presence on the app.
Starbucks partners with Coffee Concepts Thailand to accelerate retail growth
30 May 19
The agreement that is expected to close by the end of the month.
Weekly Global News Wrap: Papa John's founder sells US$3.8 million shares; McDonald's tiny beehive restaurant replica; Burger King helps select graduates pay off debt
27 May 19
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media Wrap Up: Less straws for Highlands Coffee Vietnam; Krispy Kreme Singapore unveils Ramadan doughnuts; Domino's Malaysia to support SEA Games esports athletes
27 May 19
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Jollibee reports lower net income in Q1 2019
23 May 19
System wide sales were up by 18.1%.
Taco Bell India wants 600 stores in 10 years
22 May 19
The expansion will be done through master franchisee Burman Hospitality.
Starbucks unveils first sign language store in China
22 May 19
The coffee chain also opened signing stores in Malaysia and Washington, D.C.
Dome Cafe Singapore to close last outlet in June
22 May 19
The brand will close after 20 years in the country.
Pizza Hut Malaysia eyes system upgrade
22 May 19
The brand will also open eight more stores by the end of the year.
KFC Malaysia now accepting Boost e-wallet payment nationwide
22 May 19
The partnership aims to bolster cashless payment in the country.
Deliveroo secures US$575 million funding from Amazon
22 May 19
The e-commerce company is set to be the largest investor in Deliveroo’s series G funding round.

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