News
McDonald’s Singapore to charge extra for condiments starting 2 January
The brand said this is ‘to help manage food waste and rising food cost’.
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf to launch 250 more cafes in India
The brand recently signed an agreement to increase its footprints for the next five years.
Starbucks Singapore partners with Miffy for new merch launch
The collaboration brings in new drinkware and lifestyle accessories.
Weekly Global Wrap: Chipotle announces price hike; KFC releases digital pet in Spain; McDonald's brings back the Snack Wrap
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally
Samosa Singh expands manufacturing capabilities
The brand can produce up to 500,000 samosas every day.
Swiggy expands food delivery ‘Bolt’ to over 400 cities in India
Bolt is also now launched in Tier 2 and 3 cities.
What Pizza Hut’s restaurant of the future may look like
The pizza giant is introducing a new concept in the US.
Jollibee set for strong 20% growth in FY2025
Its growth is balanced by strong domestic and international businesses.
Indian coffee startup Fast Coffee raises $1m to launch flagship in Bangalore
The brand is backed by unnamed angel investors and Bloom International Ventures.
Cafè Barbera opens new location in Baghdad
It is a kiosk site located in Jadriya Mall.
Singapore lifts permit requirement for pets in outdoor dining areas
About 40 restaurants are expected to benefit from this move.
Cafè Barbera expands portfolio with two new sites in SEA
The brand has opened in the Philippines and Malaysia.
Saudi Arabia’s Barn’s to debut in Qatar
The brand has signed a partnership agreement with Royal Taste.
KFC, R/GA team up to launch ‘Jingle Your Tastebuds’ musical remix
It leverages ‘Sonic Seasoning’ crafted to enhance the flavour of the Parmesan Truffle Chicken.
Northern Border, Cafe Barbera partner for UAE expansion
It will expand into Ras Al Khaimah.
Hextar Industries partners with Luckin Coffee to launch in Malaysia
It plans to bring several Luckin Coffee outlets into the country by Q1 2025.
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