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Gong cha reshuffles marketing and regional leadership
Gong cha reshuffles marketing and regional leadership
New appointments aim to strengthen management and support regional growth.
19 hours ago
Piccolo Me parent Fabe buys South Australian chain Bean Bar
Piccolo Me parent Fabe buys South Australian chain Bean Bar
This brings the total of 50 sites operated by the group.
20 hours ago
Reborn Coffee plants flagship in Tencent’s new HQ in China
Reborn Coffee plants flagship in Tencent’s new HQ in China
The store is expected to open after the Chinese New Year.
20 hours ago
Eggslut cracks Manchester with Valentine’s Day opening
Eggslut cracks Manchester with Valentine’s Day opening
To mark the opening, a Manchester-only promotion will run until the end of February.
21 hours ago
Chopstix enters France with first restaurant opening in Paris
Chopstix enters France with first restaurant opening in Paris
The chain aims to open 50 restaurants in France within three years.
21 hours ago
Esquires Coffee locks in 10-year UAE franchise deal
Esquires Coffee locks in 10-year UAE franchise deal
At least 50 outlets are planned during the term of the agreement.
21 hours ago
Weekly Global Wrap: Papa Johns introduces pan pizza; Fatburger parent files for bankruptcy; Tim Hortons dismisses South Korea exit rumours
Weekly Global Wrap: Papa Johns introduces pan pizza; Fatburger parent files for bankruptcy; Tim Hortons dismisses South Korea exit rumours
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
1 day ago
Gong cha to bring Super Wu automation, kiosks to Japan and Korea
Gong cha to bring Super Wu automation, kiosks to Japan and Korea
The automation system increases productivity during peak hours by 65%.
3 days ago
Five Guys expands voice AI partnership with SoundHoundAI
Five Guys expands voice AI partnership with SoundHoundAI
The system handles all orders, even at peak times, cutting missed orders and speeding service.
3 days ago
Starbucks pivots to all-day dining in the US as food revenue doubles
Starbucks pivots to all-day dining in the US as food revenue doubles
Food sales have spiked 100% over the last six years.
3 days ago
Costa Coffee unveils revamped Dunfermline East Port outlet
Costa Coffee unveils revamped Dunfermline East Port outlet
It has been redesigned with new interiors, furnishings, and layout.
3 days ago
Black Sheep Coffee bags Yorkshire development deal
Black Sheep Coffee bags Yorkshire development deal
The expansion will be led by current franchise partners.
3 days ago
Austrian coffee chain Coffeeshop Company enters India
Austrian coffee chain Coffeeshop Company enters India
It aims to expand to 100 outlets by 2029.
4 days ago
Red Rooster goes bold on social with Kill Boring Dead partnership
Red Rooster goes bold on social with Kill Boring Dead partnership
The first campaign is scheduled for release in the first quarter.
4 days ago
YO! launches Valentine’s menu alongside Sushi School sessions
YO! launches Valentine’s menu alongside Sushi School sessions
The Valentine’s menu will be available from 10 to 15 February.
4 days ago
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Research
Expansion-led growth triggers slump in existing store visits
Total sector footfall rose by nearly 1% but was fueled entirely by an aggressive 2% increase in new locations.
5 days ago
Design
Gloria Jean’s weaponises ‘envirohacking’ to drive Australian sales
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‘Envirohacking’ principles seek to influence purchasing behaviour.
New concepts
Tiong Bahru Bakery trials lean grab-and-go outlet
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It serves pre-packaged salads, drinks, and a small coffee and tea menu.
UK QSR chains shift focus to value as costs rise
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Expansion in 2026 is continuing, but more cautiously.
Executive insights
Get to know Blue Coral Concepts’ new Managing Director
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The group owns Five Guys, Ribs & Burgers, and Italian Street Kitchen brands.
Legal
TGI Fridays’ relaunch falters amidst casual dining slump
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Falling footfall, rising costs, and a delayed revamp hurt the brand.
Event News
19 awards will be given to the industry’s top performers.
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1. Weekly Global Wrap: Papa Johns introduces pan pizza; Fatburger parent files for bankruptcy; Tim Hortons dismisses South Korea exit rumours 2. Piccolo Me targets Melbourne universities for franchise expansion 3. Southeast Asia food delivery market surges to $22.7b 4. Red Rooster goes bold on social with Kill Boring Dead partnership 5. KFC UK&I rolls out Kwench drinks nationwideAwards
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19 awards will be given to the industry’s top performers.
