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2024: Year in Review
We look back at the highs and lows of the Australian multi-site restaurant industry these past twelve months.
4 days ago
A peek inside KFC’s new sauce-focused off-shoot brand Saucy
A peek inside KFC’s new sauce-focused off-shoot brand Saucy
The new brand promises over 4,000 flavour combinations.
2 days ago
Donut King launches new Christmas range
Donut King launches new Christmas range
The new menu can be ordered until 4 p.m. on 23 December.
2 days ago
Domino’s unveils first Australian ‘Pizza-bilities Report’
Domino’s unveils first Australian ‘Pizza-bilities Report’
The Pepperoni pizza emerged as the nation’s most popular Domino’s order in 2024.
3 days ago
Social Media Wrap: Cotti Coffee reveals new merch; Oporto launches Pulled Chicken Loaded Chips; Grill’d’s new breakfast range
Social Media Wrap: Cotti Coffee reveals new merch; Oporto launches Pulled Chicken Loaded Chips; Grill’d’s new breakfast range
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
5 days ago
Weekly Global Wrap: McDonald's enters Pokemon collab; KFC Canada's holiday vinyl record bucket toppers; Taco Bell reveals its cafe concept
Weekly Global Wrap: McDonald's enters Pokemon collab; KFC Canada's holiday vinyl record bucket toppers; Taco Bell reveals its cafe concept
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
5 days ago
1 in 5 Aussies won't give up dining out or takeaways to save up
1 in 5 Aussies won't give up dining out or takeaways to save up
Gen Z was the most likely to prioritise dining out and takeaway.
Foodco franchisees get $30,000 worth of incentives to launch new cafés
Foodco franchisees get $30,000 worth of incentives to launch new cafés
They may choose between Foodco's cafés brands Jamaica Blue and Muffin Break.
Banjo’s Bakery Café opens new store in Brighton
Banjo’s Bakery Café opens new store in Brighton
Customers can stop by the new store between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. every day.
Zarraffa's Coffee unveils limited-time Matcha series
Zarraffa's Coffee unveils limited-time Matcha series
The new drink range features three different Matcha-flavoured drinks.
Domino's issues statement on temporary restaurant closures in Townsville
Domino's issues statement on temporary restaurant closures in Townsville
Read the full statement from Domino's here.
Starbucks Australia unveils new online gift store, festive beverages
Starbucks Australia unveils new online gift store, festive beverages
The festive merchandise lineup includes three new themed collections.
Mad Mex CEO resigns, takes up post at Oporto
Mad Mex CEO resigns, takes up post at Oporto
Therese Frangie has been with Mad Mex for more than seven years.
Guzman y Gomez expands 24-hour footprint with 12 new Australian locations
Guzman y Gomez expands 24-hour footprint with 12 new Australian locations
It now has 12 24/7 restaurant locations around Australia.
McDonald’s partners with Netflix for Squid Game December release
McDonald’s partners with Netflix for Squid Game December release
The brand is releasing a limited-time sauce for its McNuggets.
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Menu Innovations
El Jannah to shake up ‘stagnant’ breakfast market
The Aussie fast-food chain is banking on its Lebanese heritage to offer something better.
23 hours ago
Executive insights
Mr. Charlie’s is more than just a ‘vegan McDonald’s’
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The plant-based fast-food chain promises that its food tastes as good as meat.
4 days ago
Executive insights
Hungry Jack’s, Macca’s vying for Aussies’ morning dollars, analyst says
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Restaurants with competitive prices and a drive-thru service will get an advantage.
Design
Soul Origin to launch 35 coffee-focused rebranded restaurants by 2025
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The new design was the result of two years of research and customer feedback.
Design
OOSHMAN rebrands to stand out in crowded market
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The Sydney-based modern Lebanese chain found itself lost in a sea of similarly named restaurants.
Executive insights
Meet Ollie, Oliver’s AI drive-thru Aussie assistant
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There are already plans to take it to the restaurant chain’s self-service kiosks.
Executive insights
US gourmet cookie brand Crumbl eyes 15 stores down under
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The brand is currently planning to open its first one in Sydney.
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Key AI applications include predictive forecasting, finance automation, and personalisation.
