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CoCo Bubble Tea launches first single-store franchising strategy in Japan
CoCo Bubble Tea launches first single-store franchising strategy in Japan
The brand will also expand its training programs, operational support, and supply channels.
McDonald’s UK & Ireland collabs with Stormzy for its first Famous Order
It will be available on 12 February for £7.99.
Japanese bakery cafe ‘Bread, Espresso &’ opens first US store
It has entered into an exclusive licensing agreement with HitoBito Inc. for the LA area.
Coffee Island enters India market
It aims to open 20 outlets by March 2026 and increase its footprint to 250 stores by 2029.
M.A.K. Halal posts 17% like-for-like sales increase
The brand has also recently confirmed plans to expand through franchising.
Tortilla to see major board changes after Auctor's investment
This aims to strengthen its digital and operational capabilities.
Yum! Brands taps Scott Mezvinsky as new KFC CEO
His promotion will be effective on 1 March.
Domino’s offers week-long 50% off feast
It will be running from 3 to 9 February.
Al-Handal bags franchise deal to launch % ARABICA in Iraq
The store is set to open in Baghdad.
Hospitality sites steady in December 2024
Closures have however accelerated in Q4 2024.
Norwegian chain Fly Chicken to enter India market
It is set to open its first restaurant in Hyderabad.
Philippines' Jollibee Group launches first Milksha concept store
Customers can enjoy its Signature 3Q Milk Tea, Strawberry Coulis Milk, and Jasmine Green Tea with Cloudy Cream.
Restaurants' at-home sales down almost 2% in December 2024
This was attributed to consumers’ shift towards going out.
Pret a Manger to debut in South Africa with first store in Johannesburg
South Africa will become Pret’s 20th international market outside of the UK.
Luckin Coffee Singapore serves two new drinks
The brand introduced its Apple Fizzy Americano and Ceylon Yuan-Yang drinks.
Popeyes UK eyes over 45 restaurant openings in 2025
It targets to accelerate to more than 350 sites.
Tim Hortons China opens doors in Nanchang
The new store in Nanchang joins Tims China’s network of 1,022 stores across 82 cities.
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