Franchising
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.
Grecian coffee chain Mikel Coffee to launch in India
The brand is planning to launch a cafe-restaurant at its first location.
Luckin Coffee debuts in Malaysia with two outlets
Three additional outlets will open by the end of January.
TOUS les JOURS expands into Malaysia
The brand plans to open its first store in the first half of the year.
EGGDROP debuts in the Philippines
The brand also plans to open its second store in Bonifacio Global City by early 2025.
Creams Café expands with new Stevenage store
The new store will offer over 24 gelato flavours, along with a new range of hot chocolates.
Tyra Banks' ice cream shop debuts in Sydney
It will be available on 23 January.
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