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Sticks’n’Sushi appoints former Azzuri group exec as CFO
Sticks’n’Sushi appoints former Azzuri group exec as CFO
His expertise is in M&A, capital markets, and corporate strategies.
Bubbleology opens two new sites
The brand aims to reach over 50 sites in the next 12 months.
Velvet Taco to open its first UK location in Soho
The new store will commence in spring of 2025.
Tealive announces Middle East expansion
The brand’s parent plans to open 5 outlets during its first year.
Weekly Global Wrap: US french fry supplier shutters plant; Popeyes adds Ghost Pepper sauce in sandwiches; Pizza Hut launches squid ink pizza
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
GYG posts Q1 FY2025 update
See below for the full financial update.
Crumbl announces Australia debut
The brand has 1,000 locations in the US.
The Cheesecake Shop and Make-A-Wish Australia launches unicorn cupcakes
This aims to support six-year-old Quinn’s dream to "fly with a unicorn" amidst her leukemia battle.
Sandwich Sandwich launches catering service in London
The service was initially just available in Bristol.
Chipotle expands their halloween tradition Boorito to Europe for the first time
They will give a £6 and €7 entrée offer in the U.K. and France, respectively.
Wayback Burgers Asia opens first multibrand plant-based restaurant ‘Next Restaurant’ in Tokyo
The new restaurant is located in Omotesando, Tokyo.
Five Star launches FSC-certified eco-friendly packaging
They emerged as the first Thai franchise brand to use FSC-certified food packaging.
Shakey’s Pizza Asia targets US expansion
The registration is expected to be completed after 30 days.
Fast casual restaurant market grows by US$302.5b in 2024 to 2028
It is estimated to increase at a CAGR of 15.2%.
Jollibee to open first Alameda location in California
This marks their 12th location in the San Francisco Bay Area and its 75th in the U.S.
Zarraffa’s Coffee opens in Dakabin
The opening created 40 new jobs.
GAIL’s open in Elephant Park
The location is home to a mix of eclectic mix of independent brands.
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