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Soul Origin’s soup range returns with two new flavours
Soul Origin’s soup range returns with two new flavours
The soups will be offered in multiple sizes, along with optional add-ons.
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Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Alshaya Group takes over Starbucks Greece and Cyprus operations
The new entities will operate as Alshaya Hellas SMSA in Greece and Murgab Cyprus Ltd in Cyprus.
Starbucks bridges South Korea and Japan with seasonal drink exchange
Each market is offering reinterpretations of the other’s spring drinks.
Magnolia Bakery brings back its mango dessert lineup
It features Mango Jamboree, Mango Pudding Parfait, and Mango Vanilla Cheesecake.
German Doner Kebab appoints former Chipotle exec as its new chairman
He was also previously the managing director of Costa Coffee.
Chipotle opens first UK food court at Westfield Stratford
The site is expected to add 30 jobs locally.
Tim Ho Wan hits 17-year Michelin milestone
Its Sham Shui Po location received the Bib Gourmand designation in the 2026 edition.
Dodo Pizza UAE wraps up Ramadan with kids' classes and Iftar meals
The UAE’s Ramadan economy is projected to reach $16.4b in 2026.
Guzman y Gomez Australian Q3 sales rise 6.6%
The fast-food chain said it is on track to open 32 restaurants.
Black Sheep Coffee expands Kent footprint with 14-site plan
The rollout will be led by franchise partner Shehryar Khurshid.
Shrimp & Co opens in Brixton amidst ongoing UK rollout
The opening marks the brand’s next stage of expansion.
Popeyes rolls out expanded breakfast menu nationwide
Breakfast serving time will also be extended.
Smacks Burgers & Hot Chicken launches £3.2m funding raise to fuel expansion
The brand received early backing from British hip hop duo Krept & Konan.
Zeus Street Greek gets private equity backing
This comes following the brand’s expansion towards drive-thrus.
Starbucks finalises China JV with Boyu Capital, plans major site growth
Both parties aim to expand the network to as many as 20,000 locations over time.
Starbucks restructures employee compensation system in the US
This includes a shift to weekly pay and new channels for employees to receive tips.
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