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Chaiiwala expands with new drive-thru in Blackburn
Chaiiwala expands with new drive-thru in Blackburn
It will be the company’s second drive-thru in six months.
2 days ago
Sides eyes Southeast Asia growth with second Singapore launch
Malaysia is the next priority market in the region.
3 days ago
IRO Sushi revamps franchise strategy to reach 100 restaurants by 2030
It partnered with a high street bank to fund first-time franchisees.
3 days ago
Costa Coffee expands across Wales with four new outlets
The new stores will create over 40 jobs and involve an investment of £1.5m.
Knoops lands at centre:mk
The new outlet spans 1,720 sq ft.
Black Sheep Coffee plots 20-store US expansion
The brand plans to open them in the next five years.
Bill’s bets big on Stratford with largest UK site in a decade
The opening comes as the business hits strong growth.
UK-born fried chicken chain Sides plots Asia and Middle East rollout
Sites have been secured in Kuala Lumpur, Sentosa Island, and Dubai.
Yolk Brands makes Iraqi debut with new restaurant launches
The first outlets will open at Iraq Mall in Baghdad in Q2 2026.
Americana Restaurants expands with Malak Al Tawouk deal
It secures 75-year exclusive rights to operate the chain across 13 markets.
Hotville plans rapid UK rollout after record sales
Franchise support, training, and marketing are offered as the brand doubles down on growth.
Cornish Bakery to open six sites as it debuts RISE concept
The company says each site will have a custom design linked to its setting.
Luckin Coffee hits 30,000th outlet with Shenzhen flagship
The venue houses Luckin’s first Master Space for coffee events and interaction.
Franks Hot Dogs steps up India rollout with new Gurugram outlet
The launch kicks off a plan to scale to 300 India outlets in five years.
South Korea’s The Venti makes Middle East debut with first Jordan outlet
The store is the brand’s first overseas branch to serve its 960ml “jumbo” cup.
SaladStop! sets sights on the UAE with MHAOI partnership
The first outlet is expected to open in Dubai.
TamJai Mixian brings signature bowls to the Philippines
This is the chain’s first international outlet to roll out Mala Tang–style customisable bowls.
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