In Focus

How much do Aussies spend on coffee?

Australians spend more on coffee each year than the economies of some countries.

El Jannah targets 100-store expansion with drive-thru push

Demand for fresh ingredients and convenience is fueling growth.

QSRs slash prices as value wars loom

They also face competition from casual-dining brands.

Yo-Chi eyes bigger Southeast Asia push after Singapore debut

It aims to be a ‘third place’ like Starbucks, where people gather outside home and work.

TokyoTaco uses food truck to ramp up Australian presence

Getting customers to try the products was the biggest hurdle.

‘Fakeaways’ gain ground as Aussie fast-food brands enter retail aisles

QSRs are reshaping competition in frozen meals, sauces, and burger patties.

FoodCo expands into hospitals and airports

It’s testing new store formats that will set the tone for expansion.

Piccolo Me enters Lebanon, eyes Middle East growth

It plans to expand in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar.

Aussie QSRs redefine value with healthier, smarter choices

Precision, adaptability, and emotional relevance will set the winners apart.

Auntie Anne’s targets Australia’s transport hubs

The global pretzel brand is eyeing a five-store expansion in 12 months.

Top QSR chains improve nutrition policies but fall short on action

However, QSRs showed improvement since the last report in 2018.

Ribs & Burgers redesigns to elevate brand in crowded market

The revamped venue features bold art to boost dine-in appeal.

8 in 10 restaurant execs to boost AI spending

Restaurant execs eye AI to enhance customer experience, operations, loyalty, and more.

Il Locale Pizza eyes $2m funding to train chefs, fuel franchise growth

The chain wants to serve high-quality, hand-crafted pizzas fast.

Global fast food market to hit US$1.2t by 2032

Tech, urbanisation & lifestyle shifts are reshaping the market.

Gong cha eyes small Aussie towns

It is eyeing towns like Toowoomba and Dubbo for expansion.