Australia

Everything you need to know about Le Wrap's and Ali Baba's merger

Major growth is planned over the next couple of years, with a goal of 100 combined stores in the next 24-36 months.

Global News Wrap Up: Arby's to buy Buffalo Wild Wings in $2.9b deal; Pizza Hut UK offers vegan cheese; Chipotle's CEO steps down

Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.

Jamaica Blue named Overall Large Franchise Champion

The brand won four medals at the Golden Bean Roaster’s Competition.

Menulog tops the restaurant delivery category by Canstar Blue

The award was based on a representative survey of more than 3,000 Australian adults.

Burger Project collaborates with Qantas Frequent Flyer

Qantas Frequent Flyer members can earn Qantas Points when they dine out at Burger Project stores.

Din Tai Fung reintroduces dumpling roulette for Christmas

It will launch new and returning menu specials, available from 1 December until 5 January.

craveable brands' online store traffic skyrockets 600%

Its salesforce partner Kalido was recognised in the annual Salesforce Partner Innovation Awards.

Japanese-brand PAFU to launch in Oz

It will be launched by the same team that brought Hokkaido Baked Cheese Tarts to Australia.

Gelatissimo ties up with Reef Oil to launch new flavour

They will launch the new Sunkissed Coconut flavour on the 2nd of December.

Pizza Hut reveals new dine-in experience in the fast casual space

Pizza Hut's brand manager, Mark Diezmann, spoke to QSR Media to detail the new fast casual dining concept that has launched today (27th November) in Australia.

KFC kicks off new integrated brand campaign

It asks customers to join The HCG Buckethead Army and support both Magellan Ashes and the KFC Big Bash league.

Pizza Hut launches new innovation lab in Waterloo

It will function as a Centre of Restaurant Excellence to test concepts for roll out across Australia.

Online channels beat bricks and mortar in delivery orders, says UberEATS' Simon Rossi

He has observed a dramatical change of orders coming from grocery, travel and retail industry.