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QSR brands double down on consistency as price increases hit limits across Asia
QSR brands double down on consistency as price increases hit limits across Asia
Frequent pricing swings strain loyalty as consumers tire of ongoing market changes.
Southeast Asia QSRs must brace for tourism-driven demand shifts
The recent decline in Middle Eastern visitors has had a measurable impact on SEA markets.
How CHAGEE turned menu cuts into a growth engine across Asia
At the core of CHAGEE’s strategy is an effort to reposition tea as a lifestyle product.
Craveable Brands taps Josh Kilimnik as Group CEO
The appointment takes effect on 31 March.
Just Eat taps Amazon’s Alexa+ for voice-activated orders
The move builds on the early success of voice ordering within the Just Eat app.
Black Sheep Coffee unveils limited-time Banana Arcade menu
The menu draws on retro arcade themes and playful, familiar flavours.
Zarraffa’s Coffee celebrates 30 years, eyes nationwide growth
The chain aims to reach 200 locations by the 2032 Olympics.
Costa Coffee expands Edinburgh Airport site with £750k refit
The upgraded site now includes 60 additional seats.
Nominate now at the QSR Media UK Awards 2026
Marketing, menu innovation, and brand collaboration initiatives can be submitted as entries.
Pret A Manger partners with Roadchef to open new motorway stops
About 30 jobs are expected to be created across the three locations.
Weekly Global Wrap: Sonic overhauls drinks menu; KFC unveils pickle-themed menu; Chipotle rolls out a new sauce.
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Burger Singh secures $8.79m Series B to fuel franchise growth
This brings the brand's valuation to $55.7m (₹5.2b).
Joe & The Juice strengthens UK footprint with two new outlets
The new sites will open at the Bullring in Birmingham and the Oracle in Reading.
Eatphoria expands reach with virtual brand licensing programme
The programme helps operators broaden menus and drive growth.
SticksʹnʹSushi to open in Leeds’ Vicar Lane in early 2027
The restaurant is expected to create around 60 jobs.
LEON brings back Fish Finger Wrap to lead menu overhaul
The relaunch is part of the chain's new “Icon Dishes” series.
Chopstix brings new outlet to Colchester city centre
The new site will create 20 local jobs.
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Commentary
Beverage first formats are reshaping consumption in India’s QSR market
Evolving kitchen operations are helping QSR brands navigate supply and cost uncertainties