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Building a 'house of wellness brands': the strategy behind the Sumo-THR1VE merger

10 Dec 18

The healthy fast food chain is targeting e-commerce to build the group.

Can fast food heavyweights withstand the premiumisation wave?

3 Dec 18

Operators embracing premium meals are projected to take more market share in the next five years.

After a 'pivotal' brand repositioning, Chatime sets its sights on having 200 stores by 2020

24 Nov 18

Recently hitting the 100-store mark, one of Australia's fastest growing franchises offers further insight into their growth philosophy.

IKA8: Australia's first 'squid-centric' QSR looking to make a splash in Melbourne

17 Nov 18

Get to know the new street food concept that pays homage to Asian flavours.

Towards “real” growth: Sandwich Chefs continues its momentum through multi-store ownership

9 Nov 18

Since its brand refresh, find out more about the chain’s ongoing expansion drive and where the brand aims to take its signature sandwiches...

How Zarraffa's Coffee is providing the blueprint for drive-thru expansion

4 Nov 18

The coffee chain shares their learnings on improving their drive-thru model.

Veganism is becoming more mainstream, and restaurant brands like Domino's, Zambrero and Lord of the Fries are taking it seriously

28 Oct 18

What’s the next step for brands looking to take a piece of the growing demand for plant-based food?

100 stores in seven years: a look back on Soul Origin's rapid growth

21 Oct 18

CEO Chris Mavris offers insights on “return on integrity”, franchising strategy, and their outlook for the brand in 2019.

Inside Taco Bell's 50-store expansion strategy

15 Oct 18

Find out how they plan to get a bigger share in the Australian market's Mexican food segment.

Ribs & Burgers eyes domestic growth spur with franchising

8 Oct 18

The fast casual boutique restaurant is eyeing to acquire those with previous experience in F&B and hospitality.

Pizza Hut eyes further longevity with new management strategy and technology

1 Oct 18

Find out how the global pizza chain plans to evolve after operating for more than half a century.

Mad Mex on partnering with 4FINGERS, and why they see “numerous” expansion opportunities in Asia

19 Sep 18

Founder and CEO Clovis Young also confirmed that a brand refresh is due in the coming months.

‘A clean start': Sumo discusses its future plans, eyes expansion of wellness café concept

17 Sep 18

CEO Luke Baylis says the healthy fast food chain will see continued growth off a smaller “but more productive” network.

How Grill'd, Coffee Club NZ are getting ahead of the plastic straw phase-out movement

9 Sep 18

As the world at large moves towards sustainable practices, the quick service industry is finding ways to do its part.

Bubba Pizza aims to stand out with their “better” brand refresh

3 Sep 18

Learn how their new slogan came about and how the brand plans to approach its future.

Krispy Kreme shines a light on online delivery

26 Aug 18

The rise of digital ordering is shifting competition among QSRs online.

Ribs & Burgers teams up with 20th Century Fox to create the Deadpool Double

20 Aug 18

Find out why the burger brand believes there is more room for innovation in partnerships within the QSR space.

Mad Mex's new taco kit aims to beat its 'ordinary' supermarket counterparts

12 Aug 18

After launching its pre-packaged taco kits, the Mexican food brand is still looking for ways to provide the freshest options for people on-the-go...

Under new ownership, Doughnut Time seeks to find sweet redemption

5 Aug 18

Find out how the once-troubled doughnut chain plans to re-establish its then-leading brand position.

Burger Project looks to elevate Australia's burger scene through premiumisation

30 Jul 18

Find out how their Black Label concept will capitalise on the evolution of fast casual dining.

Organic & authentic: how Guzman y Gomez struck marketing gold by following their instincts

23 Jul 18

Chief marketing officer, Lara Thom, looks back at the success of #BringCalHome, and explains the importance of brands having a personality.

Jon Smith Subs is confident they will become a household name

11 Jul 18

Learn how the U.S.-based brand will set itself apart in Australia’s fast casual dining arena.

For Taco Bell, flexibility is key in growing internationally

1 Jul 18

In an exclusive interview with QSR Media, international president Liz Williams explains the principles behind their expansion plan.

It was a good time: Dr. Dough Donuts lays down expansion plans with cheeky advertising

21 Jun 18

The donut brand shares their excitement in entering new markets.

Nando's looks to get ahead by inspiring the "inner cook" in their customers

18 Jun 18

The restaurant chain looks to their sauces to give them the competitive advantage.

Taco Bell is hoping that the third time's the charm in Australia

11 Jun 18

International president Liz Williams says the "more mature" Australian market is now ready for the global brand.

No mere fad, the poké invasion in Australia is here to stay

4 Jun 18

But how should competing brands that feature the Hawaiian dish separate themselves?

Carl's Jr. signals commitment to OZ market with the launch of their 3rd Global "Centre of Excellence"

28 May 18

The global burger's upcoming centre in the country is poised to be a hub for food and IT innovation.

Millennials are eating healthier, and what this means for your QSR

18 May 18

Needing a quick bite no longer means eating unhealthy.

Zarraffa's Coffee invests in technology to systematise its growing business

11 May 18

Zarraffa’s Coffee's founder and managing director Kenton Campbell said that IT plays a significant role as the brand expands into New...

Meet the niche offering that aims to be the largest specialty food brand in the world

4 May 18

Foddies' mission is to unite and bring people together through freedom of food choices.

Chatbots are being used by Boost Juice and other QSRs to disrupt the rules of customer engagement

30 Apr 18

From its inception, the conversation on the use of chatbots in 2018 continues to be a polarising subject.

Bucking Bull taps into digital menu boards to maximise the customer experience

22 Apr 18

The brand is trialing the use of digital menu panels which are slated to roll out across all new stores and refits in 2018.

Find out the digital deal's role in improving customer experience

16 Apr 18

Combo items, special discounts, and the daily special – whether people dine out or stay in, a customer wanting a good deal has always been a...

Roll'd sees potential in personalisation as digital takes over the market

6 Apr 18

The brand feels that its values, identity, and storytelling are still crucial to communicate its products and services.

Ribs and Burgers targets digital to get ahead of the market

2 Apr 18

With its increasing investment in the digital sphere over the past 3 years, the brand announced that it is in the midst of implementing a digital...

Gelatissimo focuses on geographical diversification as it ramps up its expansion

23 Mar 18

India and Bangladesh are Gelatissimo’s new frontiers in 2018, with stores to open in both countries within a couple of months.

Muffin Break wages war on waste with its new back-end initiative

16 Mar 18

Muffin Break will soon announce a social action initiative which will focus on taking 11 million paper cups from its stores out of the stream.

Chatime goes digital in a bid to vie for market share

12 Mar 18

With 84 locations so far, Chatime is continually looking at its business model to drive innovation across various disciplines, including asset...

Carl's Jr. eyes extensive expansion within Queensland in 2018

2 Mar 18

The Bansal Group also announced its plans to provide consumers with products they love, stay innovative, and bring new things to market for them...

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