Franchising
Nando’s opens first drive-thru in Australia at Roxburgh Park
It plans to open 70 new restaurants across Australia by 2030.
Popeyes UK secures £43m to fund expansion
It plans to open 45 additional locations across the country.
Taco Bell opens new store in Haven Samui Community Mall
The store, spanning over 80 square metres, can accommodate up to 45 seats.
Little Caesars enters Indian market
This marks the brand’s 30th country of operation.
Kuwaiti burger chain HBR debuts in London
The restaurant will feature an open kitchen.
Krave debuts Abu Dhabi location at Al Qana
To mark the opening, Krave is serving a limited-edition "Blue Sky" smoothie.
Black Sheep Coffee announces new multi-site franchise deal
The brand recently completed a nine-site development schedule.
BonBird opens first restaurant in Abu Dhabi
This comes after its expansion to Oman in April.
Galadari Brothers brings Jimmy John’s to Dubai in regional debut
Jimmy John’s has opened four restaurants in a day.
Chopstix to debut in Brighton
The new restaurant features updated store designs and operational changes.
Bleecker Burger expands to Soho
This is the brand’s eighth site since its launch.
Florida’s Blueprint Cookies to debut first int’l store in Dubai
The first 100 visitors on opening day will get a free limited-edition pink tumbler with Blueprint stickers.
PizzaExpress opens second airport location at Edinburgh
Its first airport location opened at London Gatwick.
Chatime opens in Riverton
The new store will offer free cups of Fruity Joy on 24 May.
Subway strengthens Nordic presence in new franchisee deal
It aims to expand its presence in Finland, Sweden, Denmark, and Norway.
Greek-born creperie chain Crepa Crepa enters Abu Dhabi market
The brand offers a variety of crepes, including options like four cheese, Texas BBQ, and chicken Philly.