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Fast casual chain Paik’s Noodle makes Melbourne debut
Fast casual chain Paik’s Noodle makes Melbourne debut
Paik’s boasts nine dishes that intersect between fermented Korean flavours and more traditional Chinese-style stir fry.
Singapore’s F&B sales up 9.5% YoY in January
Total sales value of F&B services in January this year was estimated at S$829 million.
Get to know Richard Goodman, Foodco’s newest CEO for ANZ
The executive looks to immediately focus on the core business, working with their team and franchisees to emerge in a post-COVID world.
Roll’d to launch drive-thru concept
The Vietnamese chain is also rolling out a further 35 stores across Australia.
Weekly Global News Wrap: McDonald’s hit with US$900m suit over broken ice cream machines; More ghost kitchens for Wendy’s; IHOP testing two virtual brands
Here is a summary of the most interesting news stories of the week from around the world.
Thailand’s Central Restaurants Group unveils new franchise model for Mister Donut business
The company endeavors to open another 50 outlets in the country this year.
Mad Mex aims to produce managers with 18-month training program
The “Graduate Program” is designed to “fast track the future leaders of Mad Mex,” the chain said.
Pizza Hut named exclusive QSR partner of Repco Supercars Championship
The collaboration was done in support of Pizza Hut’s expansion strategy in Australia to double their restaurant count and surpass the 500-store mark in the next four years.
McDonald’s loyalty program goes national
The launch follows a trial of the program in South Australia last year.
Café de Coral to suspend dine-in services amidst fifth COVID wave in Hong Kong
Affected stores will remain open for takeout services only until further notice, the company said.
Jollibee opens first store in Vancouver
This is the Philippine brand’s 23rd store in Canada.
Wagamama aims to combat post-pandemic isolation in new campaign
The pan-Asian restaurant chain said it will trial the opening of study areas on its benches at 30 sites across England and Scotland.
YO! Sushi owner strengthens adviser line-up ahead of eyed £750m listing: report
Barclays and Peel Hunt have reportedly been hired to work on the potential listing of Snowfox Group.
Honest Burgers, Guinness team up for new burger
Guests at Honest Burgers restaurants will be able to purchase a pint of Guinness with their burger.
Burger King UK's £600m float stalls due to Ukraine conflict: report
Bridgepoint, the private equity owner of the chain’s UK operations, was reportedly planning to float before July.
Itsu, Gail’s opening outlets in Woking’s Victoria Place
The two brands were added to further diversify the offer in the town centre.
Just Eat to be available on Order with Google in UK
Consumers will be given the option to order food directly through Google, without having to visit the Just Eat app or website.