Australia
More Aussies are turning to pick-up and delivery, and what that means for your restaurant brand
More Aussies are turning to pick-up and delivery, and what that means for your restaurant brand
Off-premises dining increased by 10% prior to the shutdown, data from the NPD Group has revealed.
Over 80 Zarraffa's Coffee locations remain open across three states
Stores will have markings to help customers comply with new social distancing measures.
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Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media Wrap Up: Krispy Kreme to give away 50,000 doughnuts; Red Rooster starts contactless delivery; Pie Face's vegan combo now available via Uber Eats
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Gelatissimo launches ‘Scoop It Forward' campaign
Customers can nominate someone to receive a free tub of gelato.
Donut King, Gloria Jean's, Michel's see foot traffic halved due to shutdown
About 90 domestic stores in the three chains opted to temporarily close.
Grill'd partners with DoorDash to launch own delivery service
The chain has 138 restaurants across the country.
Guzman y Gomez partners with Menulog for $9.90 burritos and bowls deal
The promotion ends on 7 April.
McDonald's now selling grocery staples via drive-thru, takeaway services
The fast food giant earlier introduced contactless service and contactless payment options.
Subway launches financial assistance programme for franchisees
It has also waived all marketing fees and will collect 50% of royalty fees.
Nestlé to donate $2m in products for Aussies in need
The initiative is done with Foodbank.
COVID-19 rescue package: reactions from Mad Mex, Bansal Group and Pretzel
Rent remains a colossal concern for brands.
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Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media Wrap Up: Nando's, Taco Bell shift to takeaway model; Starbucks' at-home iced coffee recipe; Top Juice's fruit and veg boxes
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Seagrass Boutique Hospitality Group shuts down select venues
The company said new directives related to social distancing and restaurant operations made trading “unworkable”.
The Coffee Club offers frontline workers free coffee amidst COVID-19 pandemic
The chain also made grocery items available for pick up through ‘The Coffee Club Pantry’ initiative.
Retail Food Group to cut staff working hours
The company said it remains focussed on supporting franchisees during this time.
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