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Why the restaurant industry’s rush to automate keeps hitting a roadblock
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Unclear return on investments is making the industry hesitant.
Why the restaurant industry’s rush to automate keeps hitting a roadblock
Unclear return on investments is making the industry hesitant.
FULL LIST: Winners of the QSR Media Awards 2024
A total of 22 awards were presented at the most prestigious event of the year.
5 days ago
Magnolia Bakery opens second location in Mumbai
The brand is operated by Spago Foods.
Coffee chain Paddy & Scott’s names new investor and advisor
This news comes as Paddy & Scott’snamed Simon Rees as an investor.
Hospitality groups report 1.3% growth in August
Dreary weather and underwhelming consumer confidence were cited as the reason.
Basque cheesecake operator La Maritxu opens second London site
La Maritxu will open a 271 sq ft café at 10 Kingly Street.
Soul Origin launches new menu with music festival promo
The brand is giving away tickets to select concerts in Australia.
Baskin-Robbins reaches 1,000 outlet milestone in India
Baskin-Robbins first opened in India in 1993.
Wingers invests to invest £150k to expand in-house marination facility
This comes as the company announced a 59.5% growth in like-for-like sales figures.
Chopstix opens first outlet in Romania
The new site is opening in Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport.
Hungry Jack’s launches new Mexican range
The new range is available starting 17 September.
Chipotle debuts new kitchen tech to enhance order assembly process and guacamole preparation
The brand is testing them in different restaurants in the US.
KFC Singapore names new Marketing Director
The brand’s former Marketing Director transitioned as the new General Manager for Pizza Hut.
Franchising drives a third of Pret A Manger’s global sales in H1 2024
H1 2024 system sales across company-owned and franchise shops increased by 10%.
SIDES launches new spice level ‘Nuke’
The new dish was launched in collaboration with professional darts player Luke Littler.
Burger King trials dedicated delivery brand Gourmet Kings
The new menu is an exclusive with Deliveroo.
Highlights
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Exclusives
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Technology
Why the restaurant industry’s rush to automate keeps hitting a roadblock
Unclear return on investments is making the industry hesitant.
Technology
Consumers are ready but human oversight remains key for AI—KPMG partner
![Consumers are ready but human oversight remains key for AI—KPMG partner]()
![Consumers are ready but human oversight remains key for AI—KPMG partner]()
Fast-food businesses are racing to get AI services right but accuracy remains a challenge.
Food Services
A peek inside KFC Australia’s voice AI drive-thru technology
![A peek inside KFC Australia’s voice AI drive-thru technology]()
![A peek inside KFC Australia’s voice AI drive-thru technology]()
KFC plans to commit to more sites depending on its evaluation.
Research
Football fever helps pubs whilst summer slump hits casual dining
![Football fever helps pubs whilst summer slump hits casual dining]()
![Football fever helps pubs whilst summer slump hits casual dining]()
Meanwhile, fast food restaurants saw less in-store traffic but an increase in delivery.
Executive insights
Inside The Coffee Club’s triple concept rollout
![Inside The Coffee Club’s triple concept rollout]()
![Inside The Coffee Club’s triple concept rollout]()
The brand recently announced that it had changed its coffee blend after over 35 years.
New concepts
Dairy Queen steers clear of China’s restaurant mid-market
![Dairy Queen steers clear of China’s restaurant mid-market]()
![Dairy Queen steers clear of China’s restaurant mid-market]()
It is also shunning a price war in the burger space, opting to go premium.
Research
Regional disparities define the UK’s fast food industry in 2024
![Regional disparities define the UK’s fast food industry in 2024]()
![Regional disparities define the UK’s fast food industry in 2024]()
A new report reveals how some areas are thriving whilst others face significant challenges.
Top News
Why the restaurant industry’s rush to automate keeps hitting a roadblock
![]()
Unclear return on investments is making the industry hesitant.
Why the restaurant industry’s rush to automate keeps hitting a roadblock
Unclear return on investments is making the industry hesitant.
FULL LIST: Winners of the QSR Media Awards 2024
A total of 22 awards were presented at the most prestigious event of the year.
5 days ago
Magnolia Bakery opens second location in Mumbai
The brand is operated by Spago Foods.
Coffee chain Paddy & Scott’s names new investor and advisor
This news comes as Paddy & Scott’snamed Simon Rees as an investor.
Hospitality groups report 1.3% growth in August
Dreary weather and underwhelming consumer confidence were cited as the reason.
Basque cheesecake operator La Maritxu opens second London site
La Maritxu will open a 271 sq ft café at 10 Kingly Street.
Soul Origin launches new menu with music festival promo
The brand is giving away tickets to select concerts in Australia.
Baskin-Robbins reaches 1,000 outlet milestone in India
Baskin-Robbins first opened in India in 1993.
Wingers invests to invest £150k to expand in-house marination facility
This comes as the company announced a 59.5% growth in like-for-like sales figures.
Chopstix opens first outlet in Romania
The new site is opening in Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport.
Hungry Jack’s launches new Mexican range
The new range is available starting 17 September.
Chipotle debuts new kitchen tech to enhance order assembly process and guacamole preparation
The brand is testing them in different restaurants in the US.
KFC Singapore names new Marketing Director
The brand’s former Marketing Director transitioned as the new General Manager for Pizza Hut.
Franchising drives a third of Pret A Manger’s global sales in H1 2024
H1 2024 system sales across company-owned and franchise shops increased by 10%.
SIDES launches new spice level ‘Nuke’
The new dish was launched in collaboration with professional darts player Luke Littler.
Burger King trials dedicated delivery brand Gourmet Kings
The new menu is an exclusive with Deliveroo.
Highlights
Highlights
Exclusives
Technology
Why the restaurant industry’s rush to automate keeps hitting a roadblock
Unclear return on investments is making the industry hesitant.
Technology
Consumers are ready but human oversight remains key for AI—KPMG partner
![Consumers are ready but human oversight remains key for AI—KPMG partner]()
![Consumers are ready but human oversight remains key for AI—KPMG partner]()
Fast-food businesses are racing to get AI services right but accuracy remains a challenge.
Food Services
A peek inside KFC Australia’s voice AI drive-thru technology
![A peek inside KFC Australia’s voice AI drive-thru technology]()
![A peek inside KFC Australia’s voice AI drive-thru technology]()
KFC plans to commit to more sites depending on its evaluation.
Research
Football fever helps pubs whilst summer slump hits casual dining
![Football fever helps pubs whilst summer slump hits casual dining]()
![Football fever helps pubs whilst summer slump hits casual dining]()
Meanwhile, fast food restaurants saw less in-store traffic but an increase in delivery.
Executive insights
Inside The Coffee Club’s triple concept rollout
![Inside The Coffee Club’s triple concept rollout]()
![Inside The Coffee Club’s triple concept rollout]()
The brand recently announced that it had changed its coffee blend after over 35 years.
New concepts
Dairy Queen steers clear of China’s restaurant mid-market
![Dairy Queen steers clear of China’s restaurant mid-market]()
![Dairy Queen steers clear of China’s restaurant mid-market]()
It is also shunning a price war in the burger space, opting to go premium.
Research
Regional disparities define the UK’s fast food industry in 2024
![Regional disparities define the UK’s fast food industry in 2024]()
![Regional disparities define the UK’s fast food industry in 2024]()
A new report reveals how some areas are thriving whilst others face significant challenges.
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Event News
FULL LIST: Winners of the QSR Media Awards 2024
![FULL LIST: Winners of the QSR Media Awards 2024]()
Promotions
A total of 22 awards were presented at the most prestigious event of the year.
A total of 22 awards were presented at the most prestigious event of the year.
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FULL LIST: Winners of the QSR Media Awards 2024
![FULL LIST: Winners of the QSR Media Awards 2024]()
Promotions
A total of 22 awards were presented at the most prestigious event of the year.
A total of 22 awards were presented at the most prestigious event of the year.
