Franchising
Starbucks opens Asia's first reservation only set menu store in Taiwan
Starbucks opens Asia's first reservation only set menu store in Taiwan
A key feature is the Siren’s Lounge, which is a first-of-its-kind concept in the APAC region.
wagamama expands to India
The brand will open its first flagship in Mumbai.
Wendy’s taps Pete Suerken to lead US operations
Suerken will report to interim CEO Ken Cook and join the senior leadership team.
Which Wich signs first multi-unit franchise deal in Cardiff
The move follows the chain’s initial UK launch in central London.
Nando's opens new Merrylands restaurant
To celebrate, it will be giving away free ¼ Chicken & Chips to the first 100 customers.
Caprinos Pizza targets 18 new UK locations
To date, the brand operates a total of 110 UK outlets.
Blue Bottle Coffee opens new café in Paragon, Singapore
The brand plans to open over 10 outlets in the region by 2027.
wagamama launches in Preston
The new site will seat 164 guests inside, with an additional 32 seats outdoors.
Wimpy opens first restaurant in Birchington
The new site can accommodate 45 customers.
Boss Pizza to open new Glasgow location
To celebrate, £2 pizzas will be available from noon to 3:00 p.m.
Brunch & Cake expands to four new markets
The chain plans to open at least 20 new restaurants.
Wendy’s to open 190 restaurants in Italy and Armenia
The brand recently finalised two new franchise agreements.
Auntie Anne's announces Australia debut
Five new locations are already planned for rollout in the next 12 months.
Sticks'n'Sushi expands to Scotland with Glasgow debut
Located on George Square, the new site will seat 177 diners and include a bar.
wagamama expands footprint with new Cotswolds store
The brand now has 166 locations across the UK.
Chaiiwala opens 105th UK outlet
The brand aims to open 500 global outlets within the next decade.
Magnolia Bakery opens new outlet in Orion Mall
This is the brand’s seventh outlet in Bengaluru and 10th in India.
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