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KFC celebrates 45th year in Singapore with multi-sensory installation
KFC celebrates 45th year in Singapore with multi-sensory installation
The first 4,500 people visiting the #MEANDMYKFC Installation will get a free two-piece chicken voucher.
Big Table Group to open two new Las Iguanas restaurants
The group, also the operator of Bella Italia and Café Rouge, extended its partnership with Center Parcs in 2021 with a new six-year deal.
Fridays’ first takeaway store concept partners with Dundee United and Dundee Football Clubs
Both collaborations will see digital content creation, player appearances, official merchandise, and featured branding at both teams’ grounds.
Icelandic snack bar concept Ísey Skyr Bar seeks UK franchisees
Paying homage to Icelandic heritage, the brand boasts healthy, tasty and fast snacks that have no added sugar and are high in protein.
Chains urged to improve buying discipline to tackle rising costs
Those who do so will be in the strongest position to keep their price increase to the minimum over the next few months, Lynx Purchasing suggested.
Papa John’s opens in Long Eaton
The opening follows recent ones in Castleford and Stourbridge.
Domino’s UK & Ireland CEO steps down
Dominic Paul will become CEO of Whitbread.
LEON opens second drive-thru restaurant
The chain is aiming to have 100 locations by the end of 2022.
McDonald’s plant-based burger comes to Australia for limited trial
Co-developed with Beyond Meat, the McPlant is made with a patty made from peas, rice, potatoes, and beetroot.
Weekly Global News Wrap: Panera calls off SPAC deal; McDonald’s virtual camp; Taco Bell experiments with snack foods again
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Muffin Break adds Berry White Choc Duffin to premium Fancy Collection range
The Duffin will also be available for a limited time through Menulog.
Krispy Kreme opens store in VIC’s Highpoint Shopping Centre
To celebrate the opening, the Highpoint store gave away 7,000 Original Glazed doughnuts for free.
KFC unveils limited-edition Christmas in July jumpers for fans, pets
Two new Christmas sauces were also launched as part of the campaign.
Paris Baguette Singapore opens first “café-retail” concept
The concept may be rolled out regionally if proven successful.
Guzman y Gomez opens 9th WA restaurant
The opening also follows the chain’s recent announcement of their revamped app and breakfast burrito.
Marrybrown launches Japan-inspired menu
In the past year, Marrybrown said it incorporated various flavours from Korea, Thailand and Italy.
Subway Singapore launches “upgraded” versions of Italian sub
The options are available starting June 29.
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