Staff Reporter

Restaurant closures mount as UK sector sees first decline

Being selective and budget-minded could help people keep eating out.

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.

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.

2025: Asia's Year in Review

We look back at the highs and lows of the Asian multi-site restaurant industry over the past twelve months.

2025: Australia's Year in Review

We reflect on the highs and lows of the Asian multi-site restaurant industry over the past twelve months.

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.

2025: Middle East's Year in Review

We look back at the highs and lows of the Middle East's multi-site restaurant industry over the past twelve months.

Consumers slash spending on dining and takeaways

Nearly 60% of people would save a £5,000 windfall or use it to pay off debt.