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M.A.K. Halal targets UK’s untapped fast-food market
M.A.K. Halal targets UK’s untapped fast-food market
Of the more than 48,000 fast-food restaurants in the UK, only 485 are halal-certified.
Tam Jai uses Australia as launchpad to Western markets
The restaurant chain seeks to expand to the UK, Europe, the US, and Canada.
Low rents lure F&B brands to Hong Kong
Food and beverage account for 71% of new foreign retail entrants, according to JLL.
Burger King Japan partners with Kyoto rice producer for innovative Whopper
The menu features a uniquely developed 'special rice patty'.
El Jannah to shake up ‘stagnant’ breakfast market
The Aussie fast-food chain is banking on its Lebanese heritage to offer something better.
What's in store for the QSR industry in 2025?
QSR industry execs and other industry experts weigh in on restaurant trends.
YouMeSushi banks on sushi’s mass market appeal to grow in the UK
The sushi restaurant market is expected to grow to $16.6b by 2032.
Mr. Charlie’s is more than just a ‘vegan McDonald’s’
The plant-based fast-food chain promises that its food tastes as good as meat.
Regional differences shape UK restaurant distribution
Burger chains are evenly distributed whilst chicken chains cluster in suburban areas.
Miss Millie's eyes expansion with Gen Zs in mind
The fried chicken brand has modernised, whilst not forgetting its storied past.
Which UK region is leading fast food expansion?
Northern Ireland is at the top of the list.
New fast-food restaurant openings surged 2.8% in first nine-months
Chicken chains grew the most at 7%.
99 Pancakes eyes sales jump amidst Indian expansion
The restaurant’s growth will be financed by its most recent funding round.
A year in review of the UK’s fast food market
Chicken shops are winning whilst pizza delivery outlets showed slow growth.
Gong cha counts on decadent drinks to capture Middle East market
The bubble tea trend is growing in the region, where the climate keeps it popular year-round.
OOSHMAN rebrands to stand out in crowded market
The Sydney-based modern Lebanese chain found itself lost in a sea of similarly named restaurants.
Papa John’s UK eyes profit comeback in 2025
The pizza chain does not expect to recover this year from losses in 2023.
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