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Restaurants bet on ‘experience peaks’ to win customer loyalty
Restaurants bet on ‘experience peaks’ to win customer loyalty
Unexpected gestures, even small ones, leave lasting impressions on customers.
Regional scale trumps immediate yield in Asia’s QSR sector
Chinese QSR brands have opened around 6,000 outlets across Southeast Asia.
F&B outlets told to cut energy waste via smarter voltage, cooling management
Optimising voltage, exhaust, and cold rooms are seen as ways to cut energy waste.
APAC QSR leaders shift focus to culture and collaboration in 2026
Growth ranked as the top priority for only a small fraction of leaders.
Health-conscious trends steer product development in F&B companies
Plant-based and functional foods are growing fast.
QSR brands double down on consistency as price increases hit limits across Asia
Frequent pricing swings strain loyalty as consumers tire of ongoing market changes.
Papa Johns scales regional push with localised campaigns and product launches
Collaborations with influencers and brand ambassadors enhance visibility.
Southeast Asia QSRs must brace for tourism-driven demand shifts
The recent decline in Middle Eastern visitors has had a measurable impact on SEA markets.
How CHAGEE turned menu cuts into a growth engine across Asia
At the core of CHAGEE’s strategy is an effort to reposition tea as a lifestyle product.
Social Media Wrap: Genki Sushi Singapore's loyalty benefits; Dunkin Philippines launches new collectible; Burger King Malaysia unveils new Korean inspired burger
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Weekly Global Wrap: Sonic overhauls drinks menu; KFC unveils pickle-themed menu; Chipotle rolls out a new sauce.
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Burger Singh secures $8.79m Series B to fuel franchise growth
This brings the brand's valuation to $55.7m (₹5.2b).
Starbucks Vietnam opens Asia's highest café on Fansipan Mountain
To mark the opening, the chain is offering a limited-time Cloud Macchiato series.
McDonald’s brings Grimace Shake, exclusive merch to Singapore
The launch also brings back Creamy Mushroom Burgers and Star Potato.
Starbucks Korea unveils Seoul-exclusive beverages
The drinks are available in the Tall size.
The Waffle Company’s ₹99 deal returns for International Waffle Day
The deal will be available at all outlets across India.
Social Media Wrap: Shake Shack introduces new Za'atar menu; Tealive partners with Malaysian actor for drink launch; Burger King shares Iftar meals with Coca-Cola
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
