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McDonald's Turkey rolls out limited-time FRIENDS meal
McDonald's Turkey rolls out limited-time FRIENDS meal
Selected restaurants also feature “FRIENDS Coffee Corner” areas.
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Subway expands Qatar presence with new master franchise deal
This aims to drive Subway’s growth and development in Qatar over the next seven years.
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Plant-based diners eat out more often than meat-eaters in UAE
Social media is their main way to find new places to eat, used by 59% of veg/vegan diners.
Keeta expands UAE presence with Sharjah launch
The company is offering launch promotions for new Sharjah users.
Costa Coffee and Emirates Leisure Retail ink 15-year extension
The chain has expanded to 160 outlets across the UAE since its partnership.
Uber reportedly seeking to buy Getir Food from Mubadala
A sale would further Mubadala’s retreat from Turkey and strengthen Uber Eats’ foothold in the country.
UAE foodservice market set to nearly triple to $41.8b by 2033
Dubai remains the UAE’s busiest foodservice hub due to its global business and tourism role.
Amorino opens second location in the UAE
The brand will offer 22 flavours of gelato and sorbet from Italy.
Dairy Queen to open 15 more restaurants in Qatar by 2030
It currently has 10 restaurants in the country.
How Alshaya keeps global brands true to the mothership
The group strikes a balance between quick-service and fast-casual.
Half of UAE diners drawn to BOGO deals, restaurant discounts
At least 54% have indicated they have altered dining preferences to cut costs.
Alshaya launches Chipotle’s first ‘Chipotlane’ in the Gulf
The drive-thru lane allows pre-ordered pickup without guests leaving their cars.
UAE sees first Pizza Hut outlets operated by staff with communication impairments
The move is part of the Opportunity4All initiative, led by Americana and Pizza Hut with Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services.
Eating out declines in the UAE as consumers tighten spending: report
Roughly half of those who dine out less often say they are cooking more at home.
Deliveroo speeds up deliveries in Dubai with new Rider Check-In feature
It utilises NFC technology, letting riders tap their phones on a restaurant tag to confirm arrival.
KFC MENA rolls out ‘Taste Rules’ campaign
This aims to put flavour at the centre of the conversation.
Saudi café market to soar to $9.87b by 2030 driven by younger consumers seeking social experiences
The segment is growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.23%.
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