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Dragon Hot Pot enters NSW with Sydney flagship launch
Dragon Hot Pot enters NSW with Sydney flagship launch
Its Darling Square opening marks the brand’s next phase of expansion.
Tazizi opens platform to UAE F&B start-ups
Tazizi opens platform to UAE F&B start-ups
The Dubai-based smart food platform is giving local food and beverage brands access to its office fridge network across the city.
Burger King UK receives additional funding from buyout firm—report
Burger King UK receives additional funding from buyout firm—report
The brand plans to open an even split of company-owned and franchised sites.
Pret A Manger expands in Newcastle with Eldon Square outlet
Pret A Manger expands in Newcastle with Eldon Square outlet
The new outlet is expected to create 15 new local jobs.
Weekly Global Wrap: Cotti launches in Dubai; Taco Bell hops on dip trends; McDonald's removes AI ad
Weekly Global Wrap: Cotti launches in Dubai; Taco Bell hops on dip trends; McDonald's removes AI ad
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Alshaya Group opens new D&D Cafe at The Avenues
Alshaya Group opens new D&D Cafe at The Avenues
The Kuwaiti-owned café operates daily from 8:00 am to 11:00 pm.
Bakery chain Tiong Bahru Bakery launches smaller format concept store
Bakery chain Tiong Bahru Bakery launches smaller format concept store
The store features a smaller, grab-and-go format with a retail focus.
Costa Coffee opens new outlet in Manchester Airport
Costa Coffee opens new outlet in Manchester Airport
The opening has created 24 new jobs.
Greggs opens smaller ‘Bitesize’ shop at Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet
Greggs opens smaller ‘Bitesize’ shop at Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet
The new outlet operates seven days a week and has created 15 jobs.
Social Media Wrap: Gloria Jean's new cherry drinks; Betty's Burgers adds fourth type of bun; Pappa Flock reveals new summer drink
Social Media Wrap: Gloria Jean's new cherry drinks; Betty's Burgers adds fourth type of bun; Pappa Flock reveals new summer drink
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Zambrero hits 100 million donated meals through Plate 4 Plate
Zambrero hits 100 million donated meals through Plate 4 Plate
Free burritos will be available in the UK on 17 December, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
SIDES brings hot chicken experience to Scottish shoppers
SIDES brings hot chicken experience to Scottish shoppers
It will open two stores in Scotland in 2026.
What to know about Jollibee’s Australia plans
What to know about Jollibee’s Australia plans
The fast-food chain may open first outlet in Campbelltown, Sydney
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Executive insights
Hunter St. tests QSR with fish-and-chips launch
It’s as Aussie as it gets.
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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.
Menu Innovations
Oliver’s targets families with flagship Feel-Good Meal
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The brand also plans to launch a new loyalty programme.
Research
Price spread between fast-food and coffee chains exceeds 100%
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Core items such as cappuccino and latte prices rose by about 9%, whilst speciality drinks have surged even more sharply.
Research
Afternoons now drives coffee traffic
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Mid-afternoon to early evenings have become the fastest-growing daypart for coffee shops and bakeries.
