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Deliveroo UAE joins DoorDash following deal completion
Deliveroo UAE joins DoorDash following deal completion
DoorDash’s Head of International and Wolt co-founder Miki Kuusi will take over as Deliveroo’s new CEO.
Tourism, population gains spur hospitality growth in Gulf countries
Tourists in Dubai alone spent almost $120m in 2024.
Yolk Brands brings Pickl and BonBird to Jordan
Three Pickl and five BonBird outlets will open in Amman, starting in early 2026.
Chipotle enters Qatar amidst Middle East expansion
More locations are expected to open in Kuwait and the UAE by year-end.
Alshaya Group revamps first Raising Cane’s restaurant in the Middle East
This is part of the brand’s 10th year celebration.
Keeta debuts in Dubai
This follows its expansions to Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar.
Fast-food CEOs embrace IT to keep pace with digital-savvy diners
Digital channels now account for 45% of Kudu’s orders.
Keeta expands operations to Kuwait
This followed rollouts in Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar.
The Middle East and Africa fast food market to hit $52.26b by 2033
The burgers and sandwiches segment accounted for 36.4% of the MEA fast food market share in 2024.
Voice AI ordering system launched at KFC drive-thrus in UAE
Average order values have increased by about $2.20.
Chipotle expands in UAE with third Abu Dhabi restaurant
The new branch spans over 237.7 sq. m. and is located at Yas Mall.
Abu Dhabi launches ‘Golden List’ initiative to boost trade and food safety
This aims to expedite the clearance of food products across the emirate’s border.
Yolk Brands expands AI use with Edify across its restaurant portfolio
This approach delivers real-time dashboards, alerts, and data-driven adjustments.
QSR Media Middle East Conference & Awards wraps up
QSR brand leaders from across the region visited the event.
Brunch & Cake opens sixth restaurant in the UAE
The brand has 24 restaurants globally.
How Popeyes UAE endeared itself to local consumers
Convenience and digital-first ordering are driving customer behaviour.
One week left before the QSR Media Middle East Conference & Awards 2025
Industry leaders will address market pressures, expansion, and operations.
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