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Weekly Global Wrap: Elon Musk's Tesla opens retro diner; Starbucks orders remote workers back in office; Habit Burger & Grill named best fast casual in the US
Weekly Global Wrap: Elon Musk's Tesla opens retro diner; Starbucks orders remote workers back in office; Habit Burger & Grill named best fast casual in the US
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Indian burger chain Burger Singh clarifies funding raise report
The brand called it misleading.
Jollibee retains crown as best fried chicken in the US
Fast food restaurants were judged across 11 categories.
Caprinos Pizza targets 18 new UK locations
To date, the brand operates a total of 110 UK outlets.
Blue Bottle Coffee opens new café in Paragon, Singapore
The brand plans to open over 10 outlets in the region by 2027.
wagamama launches in Preston
The new site will seat 164 guests inside, with an additional 32 seats outdoors.
Wimpy opens first restaurant in Birchington
The new site can accommodate 45 customers.
Boss Pizza to open new Glasgow location
To celebrate, £2 pizzas will be available from noon to 3:00 p.m.
Baskin-Robbins launches $2 ice cream scoops for kids
The promotion is part of the celebration for International Ice Cream Day.
Deliverect to roll out digital kiosks in restaurants in MENA region
The kiosks will offer features such as instant menu syncing and performance analytics.
Pizzas most ordered fast-food in UAE
Meanwhile, burgers are more preferred in Saudi Arabia.
Brunch & Cake expands to four new markets
The chain plans to open at least 20 new restaurants.
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Shake Shack appoints new Chief People Officer
He was previously an executive at Raising Cane’s.
Wendy’s to open 190 restaurants in Italy and Armenia
The brand recently finalised two new franchise agreements.
SMiZE & DREAM opens flagship in Darling Harbour
The ice cream shop will have 18 flavours.
Auntie Anne's announces Australia debut
Five new locations are already planned for rollout in the next 12 months.
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