Australia
Benny Burger to shut down
Benny Burger to shut down
The closure comes whilst reportedly still owing some $170,000 of debts.
Taco Bell's Logan Central site to open on 19 October
The chain is also giving away free food for a year.
Domino's targets 1,200 stores through ‘fortressing' strategy
The chain says it will not impact sales from existing stores.
Pizza Hut unveils full vegan range
The six new items also cater to those with lactose intolerance.
Supersizing transactions with the power of payments data
The days of “drive-through or counter?” are long gone. True to a market where convenience reigns supreme, the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) sector has been marked by a widespread adoption of new ordering options including self-service kiosks and order-ahead mobile apps, all of which are designed to reduce wait times and drive customer convenience.
Weekly Global News Wrap: Wendy's testing black bean burgers; Cracker Barrel's gets fast casual for US$36m; Gen-Zs' most-preferred chains
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
What are your distinctive brand assets?
Speaking of a great food experience, I was reminded the other day how much I enjoyed the distinctive salty and flowery taste of month old Play-Doh during my formative years. What jogged my memory was reading how Hasbro had successfully trademarked the smell of their popular brand.
Social Media Wrap Up: Michel's new ‘Grillers'; Pie Face goes vegan; Chatime's take on a new reusable cup
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Retail Food Group targets $160m in capital raising plan
More than a third of the proceeds will be used to pay off existing senior debt.
Average Aussie eats 49 kilograms of chicken a year, study says
This is twice as much chicken as beef and pork, and six times more than lamb.
Three years in, BEKYA is now ready to fully embrace its Egyptian heritage
CEO Wally Mostafa sits down with QSR Media to talk about the brand’s journey so far, and why he says he will “never franchise”.
What it takes to create an inclusive and engaging company culture, as told by Guzman y Gomez, Roll'd, Huxtaburger and Mad Mex
Executives argue that a good human resources strategy should be aligned with their respective brand strategies.
Motto Motto Japanese Kitchen appoints Matt Fickling as franchising head
He was previously CEO of Huxtaburger.
Hungry Jack's looks to reach ‘growing' flexitarian market with plant-based Whopper
The new item is available in all 440-plus stores nationwide.
Weekly Global News Wrap: McDonald's brings back the McRib; Burger King Mexico's Mango Habanero King launched; Wendy's new RPG
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media Wrap Up: Domino's teases $20,000 giveaway; Boost Juice's new Watermelon drinks; Baskin-Robbins unveils new Creepy Creations range
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Taco Bell celebrates International Taco Day with limited-edition Lava Burst menu
The chain also announced where its first NZ location will be.
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