Operations
McDonald’s, Starbucks to shut down Russia operations
McDonald’s, Starbucks to shut down Russia operations
The QSR giants join a list of brands that are suspending any presence in the country during its invasion of Ukraine.
Café de Coral to suspend dine-in services amidst fifth COVID wave in Hong Kong
Affected stores will remain open for takeout services only until further notice, the company said.
Jollibee opens first store in Vancouver
This is the Philippine brand’s 23rd store in Canada.
McDonald’s Korea raises prices in response to inflationary pressures
Prices of some bestsellers will remain unchanged.
Jollibee earmarks U$347m in capex after going back to profitability
The company, which has 17 brands in 34 countries, plans to add 500 new stores this year.
McDonald’s Indonesia halts large fries sales due to supply disruptions
This follows similar announcements in Japan and Malaysia.
The Habit Burger Grill to open fifth restaurant in Cambodia
The chain opened its first location in Cambodia in October 2020.
Starbucks China sees 14% dip in Q1 sales
The coffee giant’s global CEO acknowledged the impact of soaring inflation, higher worker costs and the impact of the Omicron variant on the business...
Burger King set to reach 150 restaurants in Japan
The brand expects to increase the number of stores in Japan to 200 in 2023.
Popeyes makes India debut with Bangalore restaurant
The outlet’s menu in India features the chain’s signature chicken sandwich but also includes some Indian-inspired innovations.
ST Group opens first multi-brand outlet
The “combined” concept features the operator’s PappaRich, NeNe Chicken, Hokkaido Baked Cheese Tart and Kurimu brands.
Starbucks China ties up with Meituan to widen delivery, offer private cafe bookings
More than 60 stores in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen and Chengdu now offer this ‘1971 Salon’ reservation service, with plans to expand.
McDonald's Taiwan halts sales of hash browns due to supply chain issues
The fast food chain estimates that stocks will be replenished by late January.
Shake Shack to open ten additional stores in Malaysia by 2031
The chain now expects to have more than 45 Shake Shacks across Korea, Singapore, and Malaysia that year.
Jollibee to open stores in Scotland, Kuala Lumpur
The company continues its international expansion after initially being derailed by lockdowns.
Deliveroo Hong Kong opens latest Editions kitchen in Tseung Kwan O
Hosting five kitchens, the Tseung Kwan O site will also mark the debut of casual Japanese dining chain Watami.
Marugame Udon operator eyeing 4,000 outlets by 2027
80% of the envisioned outlets will be operated under franchise agreements.
Commentary
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