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Miami’s Coyo Taco to enter UK with Kuvi Hospitality franchise deal
Miami’s Coyo Taco to enter UK with Kuvi Hospitality franchise deal
The chain is known for its tortillas, salsas, and Mexican street food.
Chipotle expands in UAE with third Abu Dhabi restaurant
The new branch spans over 237.7 sq. m. and is located at Yas Mall.
Chipotle to make Asian debut in South Korea and Singapore in 2026
The chain has signed a joint venture with South Korea’s SPC Group.
KFC operator Gastronomy to more than double UK restaurants by 2030
The expansion will target the Northwest, Midlands, Shropshire, and Wales.
Potato Corner debuts in Taiwan with Xinyi District opening
Taiwan marks the chain’s 16th overseas market.
Brunch & Cake opens sixth restaurant in the UAE
The brand has 24 restaurants globally.
TGI Fridays plans smaller restaurants for Japan expansion
The brand recently extended its franchise agreements in Japan and Peru.
PizzaExpress opens second Cambridge site on Bridge Street
The new branch will give away 200 free Margherita pizzas on 18 September.
South Korean yoghurt chain Yoajung debuts in Singapore
This follows the brand’s expansion in Hong Kong.
Costa Coffee opens first drive thru in Alcester
The opening created 14 jobs.
Mom’s Touch signs MoU to open 60 restaurants in Uzbekistan
The brand also has plans for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, and Middle Eastern markets.
Zarraffa’s Coffee opens new drive-thru in Karawatha
The new site is expected to create around 35 jobs.
US chain Denny’s eyes UK for franchise expansion
The brand is looking for potential partners to bring it to city centres and airports.
FRO-BOWL brings Brooklyn Beckham’s Cloud 23 hot sauce to Auburn Central
It’s the first store in Australia to stock the Cloud 23 Hot Habanero Sauce.
Costa Coffee opens new café inside Asda Barnsley Superstore
The move is part of a broader push to expand in-store services.
Dave's Hot Chicken signs European expansion deal with Azzurri Group
It aims to open 180 restaurants in 10 countries in Europe.
Qatari chain Junior’s inks first-ever franchise deal
This deal with Venicia International paves the way for expansion into Jordan.
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