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China sets pace in APAC’s fast-growing QSR market
China sets pace in APAC’s fast-growing QSR market
This is driven by rapid urban growth and an expanding middle class.
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Social Media Wrap: Borenos celebrates growth; Shake Shack Singapore launches chef-inspired menu; KFC Singapore unveils a mochi dessert
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Starbucks bridges South Korea and Japan with seasonal drink exchange
Each market is offering reinterpretations of the other’s spring drinks.
APAC cafe growth widens as new beverage concepts emerge
Specialist coffee and tea market to reach $45b in 2025.
Delivery to account for 25% of Asia Pacific foodservice by 2030—Euromonitor
Asia holds 40% of global foodservice sales.
Six trends reshaping Asia's F&B consumption habits
Consumers are now drawn towards culturally relevant and premium flavours.
Social Media Wrap: Tim Hortons unveils Thai-exclusive menu; Domino's Singapore new pineapple inspired pizza; Starbucks Malaysia's Harry Potter-themed activations
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Regional scale trumps immediate yield in Asia’s QSR sector
Chinese QSR brands have opened around 6,000 outlets across Southeast Asia.
Pepper Lunch flags consistency as key hurdle to Asia expansion
It’s prioritising tighter operational discipline over menu expansion.
Asian QSRs experiment with bold campaigns
Pizza Hut, Haidilao, and McDonald’s are challenging conventional wisdom.
Starbucks launches Harry Potter drinks in APAC
Exclusive Hogwarts House mugs will hit twelve markets, including Australia and India, for a strictly limited period.
CHAGEE targets prime sites to drive Asia-Pacific expansion
Morning tea routines are a key growth opportunity.
Social Media Wrap: Koi Koi Thé March updates; Shake Shack partners with pastry chef Kylie Yang; Starbucks promotes protein combo
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
foodpanda launches regional campaign as consumers demand more convenience
The campaign is now live in Singapore, Malaysia, and the Philippines, with a wider rollout planned in 2026.
Social Media Wrap: Pizza Hut Philippines partners with POP Mart; J.Co Singapore unveils Ramadan hampers; OldTown White Coffee launches hot pot menu
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Fried chicken demand hits $140b as Southeast Asia dominates
Hectic work schedules force a shift toward convenience meals across major Asian metros.
QSRs go digital as e-wallet use surges
As ordering moves to apps and kiosks, brands risk losing their identity.
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