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Reward system needs reboot to keep casual diners coming back
Reward system needs reboot to keep casual diners coming back
Customers who are rewarded early tend to spend more over time.
UK fast-food chains revamp menus, store hours to cut costs
Outdated tech could also drag QSRs down.
Il Locale Pizza eyes $2m funding to train chefs, fuel franchise growth
The chain wants to serve high-quality, hand-crafted pizzas fast.
Why discounting alone won’t drive QSR growth
Digital and app baed technologyies that enable up-sell and cross-sell have become critical
Mammy Pancake tempts UK with sweet desserts
The London location is set to open in June, with 10 more sites in the pipeline.
Gong cha eyes small Aussie towns
It is eyeing towns like Toowoomba and Dubbo for expansion.
QSR market sees growth for chains, decline for independent outlets
Operators must focus on efficiency and experience this year to stay competitive.
Banjo’s Bakery Cafe bets on global doughnut rush
The company will open its 52nd bakery in Warragul, Victoria, in June.
Gong cha targets 10,000 stores with global expansion
The bubble tea maker is scaling operations and boosting franchise partnerships overseas.
Auntie Anne’s UK leans on bold branding to grow in tough times
The brand is embracing innovation, franchise agility, and a playful image to expand across the UK and Ireland.
Expert sees slowing growth, rising prices, and fierce competition in the QSR market
American chicken chains have increased their presence in the UK.
Church’s Texas Chicken eyes UK as launchpad for European growth
The brand expects a third of its target sales to come from this market.
The Coffee Club CEO takes a bow
He led Minor DKL Food Group for nearly two and a half years.
RASHAYS taps new CFO for international expansion ambitions
New CFO eyes stronger unit-level profits after operational challenges last year.
Fast-food chains revise menus as more Gen Zers dine out
They also enjoy food inspired by K-pop and K-drama.
Grab helps users find new food spots for their next dinner out
The app’s 5-star badge has become a trusted marker for users seeking high-quality dining.
Yolk Brands bets on burger, chicken for global expansion
Pickl and BonBird are going places in the next half decade.
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