Executive insights

SpudBAR keeps growth focus on Australia despite overseas interest

It has stayed true to its core—keeping things simple yet flavourful.
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Dodo Brands banks on local flavours for global expansion

Local adaptation is at the heart of the multinational foodservice group.

FoodCo expands into hospitals and airports

It’s testing new store formats that will set the tone for expansion.

Piccolo Me enters Lebanon, eyes Middle East growth

It plans to expand in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar.

Kudu refreshes brand with viral meals to win over young Saudis

Its mobile app has gained more than a million loyalty members in just nine months.

Gong cha adds dessert to hook Saudi customers

Each bowl is topped with tapioca pearls and its signature milk foam.

CHAGEE targets Japan and South Korea in Asia expansion push

The milk tea brand leans on ‘everyday luxury’ to shift perceptions around tea.

The Sushi Co eyes 100 UK locations by 2030

Its rise aligns with a state push for a healthy food revolution.

UK QSRs turn to gamified loyalty programs

Rewards are now standard, with 93% managed through apps.

AI turns old CCTVs into smart, low-cost business tools

Solink’s platform adds intelligence to legacy cameras to boost operations.

Burger King UK's renovation push lifts sales

Its CEO says updated stores are “invigorating” customer sentiment.

LEON sees 81% spike in app orders following rewards programme launch

The brand is currently exploring ways to expand the programme by adding more food offerings.

Wendy’s bets on FreshAI as QSRs boost tech investments

The AI agent helps the fast-food chain cut wait times and boost order accuracy.

GOPIZZA rides K-wave with street food, dessert push in India

It plans to enter North and West India in the next two quarters.

Visibility should be top priority for QSR brands

QSRs without insight into each asset across stores may be left behind. 

Sandwich Sandwich seeks UK expansion through franchising

Scaling beyond Bristol would take more than just momentum.