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Dave’s Hot Chicken mulls sale of European franchise—report
Dave’s Hot Chicken mulls sale of European franchise—report
The chain’s current franchise owner is Azzurri Group.
Weekly Global Wrap: Mcdonald's $3 value meal; Gong cha mulls sale; Indian QSRs threatened by LPG supply disruptions
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Starbucks launches Harry Potter drinks in APAC
Exclusive Hogwarts House mugs will hit twelve markets, including Australia and India, for a strictly limited period.
Just Eat rolls out plastic-free takeaway boxes
This aims to cut plastic in deliveries whilst expanding sustainable packaging options across Europe.
Papa Johns receives $1.5b buyout offer—report
The group reported lower net income for the full year 2025.
Subway unveils exclusive scarves ahead of Women’s League Cup Final
This is in partnership with sports fashion designer Hattie Crowther.
Chipotle UK launches BOGO offer for people with tattoos
Fans with both permanent or temporary tattoos or even drawn-on designs can avail the offer.
Pret celebrates 40 years in London with Westminster opening
CEO Pano Christou helped staff serve customers at the new location.
Chatime taps former Guzman y Gomez marketing head as new CMO
She brings 20 years of experience with her.
Auntie Anne’s to open 10 new UK&I sites in 2026
It aims to reach 100 locations by 2030.
Collins Foods acquires 8 KFC restaurants in Germany
The group plans to open 90 restaurants in the next four years.
Motto Motto’s Bento boxes are back
The refreshed Bento feature signature dishes and a new Salmon Poke bowl.
YO-Chi swaps 700,000 spoons for edible ones
With the edible spoon, the utensil becomes part of the dessert itself.
Oporto introduces limited-edition Portuguese Crispy Burger
The item launches on 17 March at participating restaurants nationwide.
Grill'd Oscar Piastri burger arrives in Coles
The Wagyu burger two-pack is priced at $12 for a limited time.
German bakery chain Cinnamood eyes UK expansion
The brand will open its first location in London.
Singapore cafe chain The Providore shuts all 6 sites
The news follows a wave of closures in the country's F&B industry.
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