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Restaurants told to rebuild menus for delivery success

‘If a dish doesn’t travel well, don’t put it on delivery.’
3 days ago

Restaurants told to rebuild menus for delivery success

‘If a dish doesn’t travel well, don’t put it on delivery.’
3 days ago

CEO cites team-building as core restaurant growth driver

Steen Puggard says strong teams improve guest experience, retention, and spending.
4 days ago

Char’d founder sets strict 15-minute chicken rule

For the CEO, protecting the brand matters more than minimising waste.
4 days ago

CHAGEE targets prime sites to drive Asia-Pacific expansion

Morning tea routines are a key growth opportunity.
5 days ago

Genki bets on takeaway to drive global growth

It bought Australia’s Sushi Sushi to further its growth in Western markets.

QSR expansion is driving down customer visits

Visits are not keeping pace with restaurant openings.

Dirt Coffee eyes 100 sites on low-investment strategy

The former Triple Two Coffee founder is leading the brand's growth.

QSR prices outpace retail despite low F&B inflation

Disparity reflects cost pressures faced by the hospitality trade.

Leaner menus seen as key after 2,431 Singapore F&B outlets shut

Closures have reached a near 20-year high following a wave of business liquidations.

Low‑capital sites fuels rapid growth for some UK restaurants

YouMeSushi is banking on a low‑setup‑cost model to spur growth.

Baba Rafi slows outlet growth to focus on store results

The goal is to prevent weak stores from dragging down the wider network.

Why chicken leads the UK QSR market

Visits to chicken restaurants increased significantly, compared to the wider fast-food sector.

QSRs go digital as e-wallet use surges

As ordering moves to apps and kiosks, brands risk losing their identity.

Inside Papa Johns plans in Asia

The company leverages local insights and global best practices to expand its footprint in diverse markets.

Fast-food expansion masks 1% visit drop

Northern Ireland led regional outlet growth for the sector in 2025.

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.

Gloria Jean’s weaponises ‘envirohacking’ to drive Australian sales

‘Envirohacking’ principles seek to influence purchasing behaviour.