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Away From Home inflation to reach 5.2% in 2025

This is driven by rising labour costs.
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Zarraffa’s Coffee counts on drive-thrus to drive growth

It is either shutting its storefront-only cafes or moving these to become drive-thrus.

Ice cream prices leap 13% in January

Uneven menu inflation challenges QSRs as some categories rise faster than others.

Dark kitchens starting to lose their appeal

Companies prefer to build physical restaurants especially if they have the capital.

Pappa Flock goes on TikTok to create buzz

It recently opened its seventh store in NSW and will open another in Queensland by year-end.

Caprinos Pizza to double footprint through global expansion

Low setup costs and royalty fees have made franchising more accessible.

Gami Chicken grows sales 18% amidst rise in cost-conscious dining

The brand will launch more set menu options and combo deals for value seekers.

Delivery vs Dine-In: Price inflation rates converge

Budget conscious consumers may opt for more economical dine-in or takeaway alternatives.

Red Rooster’s new chief to lean on innovation funnel to win next-gen diners

Red Rooster has 321 restaurants, according to a tracker published by GapMaps.

GoTo Foods eyes 400 franchise stores in Asia

The company seeks to expand its franchise in India, Australia, and Southeast Asia.

Chatime bets on coffee to attract older Millennials

Coffee was Australia's most consumed beverage in 2024, with six of 10 Aussies drinking it.

QSRs show resilience despite a 5% revenue dip

The sector remains better positioned than traditional restaurants amidst economic pressures.

Jollibee Group expands global reach through foreign acquisitions

System-wide sales growth in foreign countries has overtaken the expansion back home.

Samosa Singh brings order to Indian street food scene

Making deep-fried pastries that look and taste the same each day requires skillful hands.