Operations
New platform reduces restaurant downtime on delivery apps
New platform reduces restaurant downtime on delivery apps
The new solution provides real-time alerts and auto-reopening.
Automation helps QSRs struggle less with hiring delays
Automation slashes hiring time and improves retention amidst labor shortages.
Paris Baguette opens its first Halal food hub in Malaysia
The hub will strengthen the brand’s global supply chain for Halal bakery products.
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’.
Samosa Singh expands manufacturing capabilities
The brand can produce up to 500,000 samosas every day.
Americana Restaurants to continue TGI Fridays operations in MENA
It is 'unaffected' by TGI Fridays' filing of bankruptcy in the US.
Jollibee Group acquires full ownership of Tim Ho Wan
They have acquired it for the amount of S$20.2m.
TGI Fridays Malaysia remains unaffected with TGI Fridays Inc. bankruptcy filing
TGI Fridays Franchisor, LLC, is not impacted by the restructuring in the US.
Citic sells 19.23% McDonald's China, HK stake for $430.3m
The CITIC Capital consortium will hold 52% ownership in McDonald’s China.
Arabian Entertainment Co. opens first Applebee’s and IHOP at Four Square Mall in Riyadh
It is open from 7 a.m. to 1 a.m on weekdays, and 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. on weekends.
Jamba makes India debut
The brand will be targeting Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad for its expansion.
Nothing Before Coffee opens 75th outlet in Delhi’s Connaught Place
They also launched their four new outlets across India.
Bask Bear reaches 10 outlet milestone for cafe banking concept with AmBank
The concept was first launched in 2023.
99 Pancakes opens opens five outlets
The brand is planning to expand further in Gujarat.
Japanese fast-food chain Matsuya marks HK debut
The chain has 1,265 restaurants in Japan and 18 overseas.
Tim Hortons announces Malaysia debut
The brand opens its first restaurant in Kuala Lumpur.
Nothing Before Coffee announces expansion targets
The brand is aiming to reach a revenue run rate of US$11.97m by 2025.
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