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Tim Hortons China opens 300th store

The business, through a merger, is set to go public.

HK restaurant receipts up nearly 44% in Q3

This was the largest jump on record.

Singapore-based burrito and kebab chain Stuff’d to use faux-beef from Impossible Foods

The fast casual chain will completely replace beef from animals from its menu for an initial 3-month period.

Japan Foods dips into the red with S$1.6 mil half-year loss

Losses were attributed to lower government grants and lower rental concessions from landlords.

Subway inks largest master franchise deal with Everstone Group to expand presence in India

The agreement will see more than 2,000 new restaurants to open across India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in the next 10 years.

McDonald’s Singapore distributes over 4,000 meals to migrant workers for Deepavali

The chain also developed and shared a digital greeting card, designed for migrant workers to send messages of encouragement as well as holiday greetings.

Jollibee ups investment in Tim Ho Wan holding firm

The move comes amidst plans to aggressively expand Tim Ho Wan in China.

Domino’s Pizza China franchisee weighing Hong Kong IPO: report

A potential listing by Dash Brands Ltd. could raise about US$100 million.

Burger King Japan to open four stores in Kanto, Kansai regions

The chain currently has over 130 restaurants in the country.

South Korean fried chicken chain Pelicana inks deal for second UK location

The restaurant will have a floor dedicated to takeaway transactions.

Singapore to implement new food safety licensing regime for food outlets by 2023

Some 23,000 food establishments will come under the Safety Assurance for Food Establishments (SAFE) framework.

Black Sheep Coffee gets backing from NBA’s Kristaps Porzingis, eyes rapid UK growth

The chain’s rollout of outlets will see them reach nearly 100 UK sites by the end of summer 2022.

Starbucks Korea facing probe over US$153m in prepaid card takings

It was the only coffeehouse chain to be included in the recent inspection.

Five Guys opens first Malaysian restaurant

The chain says the outlet offers halal-certified meat and sauces.