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Tim Ho Wan doubles restaurants in Hong Kong following Jollibee acquisition
Tim Ho Wan doubles restaurants in Hong Kong following Jollibee acquisition
The brand also reversed a loss in the first half of 2025.
Burger King China growth set as RBI, CPE JV closes
CPE contributed $350m in new capital and now holds about 83% of the JV.
SaladStop! sets sights on the UAE with MHAOI partnership
The first outlet is expected to open in Dubai.
TamJai Mixian brings signature bowls to the Philippines
This is the chain’s first international outlet to roll out Mala Tang–style customisable bowls.
FRIENDS-themed meal and merch arrive at McDonald's UK
The chain has also launched new Pizza Mozzarella Dippers.
Popeyes UK serves up its new Kickback Collection
Leading the menu line-up is the Kickback Sandwich.
IRO Sushi expands lunch offer with first sando launch
The launch taps into a UK trend toward grab-and-go, protein-rich lunches.
SushiDog arrives in Birmingham with Bullring opening
The new outlet seats up to 25 people.
Grill’d launches largest CBD restaurant in Melbourne
The venue spans two levels, serving both takeaway customers and sit-down diners.
Gong cha reshuffles marketing and regional leadership
New appointments aim to strengthen management and support regional growth.
Piccolo Me parent Fabe buys South Australian chain Bean Bar
This brings the total of 50 sites operated by the group.
Reborn Coffee plants flagship in Tencent’s new HQ in China
The store is expected to open after the Chinese New Year.
Eggslut cracks Manchester with Valentine’s Day opening
To mark the opening, a Manchester-only promotion will run until the end of February.
Chopstix enters France with first restaurant opening in Paris
The chain aims to open 50 restaurants in France within three years.
Esquires Coffee locks in 10-year UAE franchise deal
At least 50 outlets are planned during the term of the agreement.
Weekly Global Wrap: Papa Johns introduces pan pizza; Fatburger parent files for bankruptcy; Tim Hortons dismisses South Korea exit rumours
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Gong cha to bring Super Wu automation, kiosks to Japan and Korea
The automation system increases productivity during peak hours by 65%.
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