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Alshaya Group takes over Starbucks Greece and Cyprus operations
Alshaya Group takes over Starbucks Greece and Cyprus operations
The new entities will operate as Alshaya Hellas SMSA in Greece and Murgab Cyprus Ltd in Cyprus.
4 minutes ago
Starbucks bridges South Korea and Japan with seasonal drink exchange
Starbucks bridges South Korea and Japan with seasonal drink exchange
Each market is offering reinterpretations of the other’s spring drinks.
32 minutes ago
Magnolia Bakery brings back its mango dessert lineup
Magnolia Bakery brings back its mango dessert lineup
It features Mango Jamboree, Mango Pudding Parfait, and Mango Vanilla Cheesecake.
2 hours ago
German Doner Kebab appoints former Chipotle exec as its new chairman
German Doner Kebab appoints former Chipotle exec as its new chairman
He was also previously the managing director of Costa Coffee.
1 day ago
Chipotle opens first UK food court at Westfield Stratford
Chipotle opens first UK food court at Westfield Stratford
The site is expected to add 30 jobs locally.
1 day ago
Tim Ho Wan hits 17-year Michelin milestone
Tim Ho Wan hits 17-year Michelin milestone
Its Sham Shui Po location received the Bib Gourmand designation in the 2026 edition.
1 day ago
Dodo Pizza UAE wraps up Ramadan with kids' classes and Iftar meals
Dodo Pizza UAE wraps up Ramadan with kids' classes and Iftar meals
The UAE’s Ramadan economy is projected to reach $16.4b in 2026.
1 day ago
Guzman y Gomez Australian Q3 sales surge on back of delivery tie-up
Guzman y Gomez Australian Q3 sales surge on back of delivery tie-up
The fast-food chain said it is on track to open 32 restaurants.
2 days ago
Black Sheep Coffee expands Kent footprint with 14-site plan
Black Sheep Coffee expands Kent footprint with 14-site plan
The rollout will be led by franchise partner Shehryar Khurshid.
2 days ago
Shrimp & Co opens in Brixton amidst ongoing UK rollout
Shrimp & Co opens in Brixton amidst ongoing UK rollout
The opening marks the brand’s next stage of expansion.
2 days ago
Popeyes rolls out expanded breakfast menu nationwide
Popeyes rolls out expanded breakfast menu nationwide
Breakfast serving time will also be extended.
2 days ago
Smacks Burgers & Hot Chicken launches £3.2m funding raise to fuel expansion
Smacks Burgers & Hot Chicken launches £3.2m funding raise to fuel expansion
The brand received early backing from British hip hop duo Krept & Konan.
2 days ago
Zeus Street Greek gets private equity backing
Zeus Street Greek gets private equity backing
This comes following the brand’s expansion towards drive-thrus.
3 days ago
Starbucks finalises China JV with Boyu Capital, plans major site growth
Starbucks finalises China JV with Boyu Capital, plans major site growth
Both parties aim to expand the network to as many as 20,000 locations over time.
3 days ago
Starbucks restructures employee compensation system in the US
Starbucks restructures employee compensation system in the US
This includes a shift to weekly pay and new channels for employees to receive tips.
3 days ago
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Inside Josh Kilimnik's plans for Craveable Brands
The former Domino's executive is set to solidify the group's hold in Australia's chicken market.
3 days ago
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Schnitz plans to double stores, boost partner profits
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The company is eyeing overseas markets, starting with New Zealand.
4 days ago
Global brands accept high costs as gateway strategy squeezes local shops
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International operators arrive with established digital marketing capabilities and supply chains.
New concepts
Beirut Street Food eyes niche in Lebanese fast casual
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The brand plans to open three restaurants in the next 18 months.
Franchising
Papa Johns franchisee pivots to AI to combat labour stress
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Cost pressures accelerated digital maturity to strengthen UK business resilience.
Executive insights
Pepper Lunch flags consistency as key hurdle to Asia expansion
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It’s prioritising tighter operational discipline over menu expansion.
Executive insights
Why digital ecosystems will decide QSR’s winners in Southeast Asia
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QSRs that own first‑party customer data will outperform the rest.
Event News
One of the most exclusive gatherings of the top QSR brands in the UK is happening soon.
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Event News
One of the most exclusive gatherings of the top QSR brands in the UK is happening soon.
Commentary
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