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Starbucks reopens Reserve store at The Avenues in Kuwait
Starbucks reopens Reserve store at The Avenues in Kuwait
The new design pays tribute to the heritage of Kuwaiti traditions and culture.
Chopstix targets high-traffic locations in ambitious expansion plans
The brand has appointed Savills to oversee its expansion plans.
KFC opens flagship restaurant at London's The O2
It will be open on 17 February.
Auntie Anne’s to open in Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet
Its launch date is on 15 February.
Albaik CEO reconfirms Pakistan launch
The expansion is said to be in its final stages.
Wingers opens in Wellingborough
This follows its launches in Congleton and Stafford at the end of 2024.
Wingstop UK to debut in Liverpool
It is set to open this spring.
CoCo Bubble Tea launches first single-store franchising strategy in Japan
The brand will also expand its training programs, operational support, and supply channels.
Japanese bakery cafe ‘Bread, Espresso &’ opens first US store
It has entered into an exclusive licensing agreement with HitoBito Inc. for the LA area.
Coffee Island enters India market
It aims to open 20 outlets by March 2026 and increase its footprint to 250 stores by 2029.
Al-Handal bags franchise deal to launch % ARABICA in Iraq
The store is set to open in Baghdad.
Carl's Jr eyes Aussie expansion after master franchise setback
The brand has five new restaurants set to open in the next 18 months.
Norwegian chain Fly Chicken to enter India market
It is set to open its first restaurant in Hyderabad.
Philippines' Jollibee Group launches first Milksha concept store
Customers can enjoy its Signature 3Q Milk Tea, Strawberry Coulis Milk, and Jasmine Green Tea with Cloudy Cream.
Pret a Manger to debut in South Africa with first store in Johannesburg
South Africa will become Pret’s 20th international market outside of the UK.
Popeyes UK eyes over 45 restaurant openings in 2025
It targets to accelerate to more than 350 sites.
Tim Hortons China opens doors in Nanchang
The new store in Nanchang joins Tims China’s network of 1,022 stores across 82 cities.
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