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Subway sees fermented flavours and texture driving 2026 menus
Subway sees fermented flavours and texture driving 2026 menus
EMEA culinary outlook highlights flavour depth, sensory experience and value
Red Rooster launches $24.95 whole roast dinner nationwide
$24.95 deal runs 7 January until 3 February
Devyani International, Sapphire Foods to merge as single Yum! India franchisee
They plan to expand KFC outlets, revive Pizza Hut, and grow DIL’s newer brands in India.
Keeta officially enters Bahrain’s food delivery market
The platform is backed by Chinese company Meituan.
Happy Meal goes artistic in McDonald’s and Crayola collaboration
The new campaign is available across EMEA, the UK, Asia, and Canada.
HEYTEA, POP MART launch Twinkle Twinkle campaign
This marks HEYTEA’s first globally coordinated co-branded launch.
Weekly Global Wrap: Mixue debuts in the US; TGI Fridays UK to shut 20 sites; Krispy Kreme sells Japan unit
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Hero Brands posts £1.4m EBITDA for 2024
GDK's global system-wide sales were at £179.1m.
Greggs opens 600th franchise outlet
The company currently works with 14 franchise partners across the UK.
Dragon Hot Pot enters NSW with Sydney flagship launch
Its Darling Square opening marks the brand’s next phase of expansion.
Tazizi opens platform to UAE F&B start-ups
The Dubai-based smart food platform is giving local food and beverage brands access to its office fridge network across the city.
Burger King UK receives additional funding from buyout firm—report
The brand plans to open an even split of company-owned and franchised sites.
Consumers slash spending on dining and takeaways
Nearly 60% of people would save a £5,000 windfall or use it to pay off debt.
Pret A Manger expands in Newcastle with Eldon Square outlet
The new outlet is expected to create 15 new local jobs.
Asia’s QSR sector looks ahead to 2026 industry summit
The event is on 24 March 2026
Weekly Global Wrap: Cotti launches in Dubai; Taco Bell hops on dip trends; McDonald's removes AI ad
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Alshaya Group opens new D&D Cafe at The Avenues
The Kuwaiti-owned café operates daily from 8:00 am to 11:00 pm.
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The founders of SushiDog, B Bagel, and Urban Barista are joining the conference.
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Beverage first formats are reshaping consumption in India’s QSR market
Evolving kitchen operations are helping QSR brands navigate supply and cost uncertainties