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Low rents lure F&B brands to Hong Kong

Food and beverage account for 71% of new foreign retail entrants, according to JLL.

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.

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.

Meet Ollie, Oliver’s AI drive-thru Aussie assistant

There are already plans to take it to the restaurant chain’s self-service kiosks.

US gourmet cookie brand Crumbl eyes 15 stores down under

The brand is currently planning to open its first one in Sydney.