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

An emerging burger concept with three outlets so far - Burger Love has plans to expand internationally into China, Indonesia, and the UK. It has recently become the first Australian fast food restaurant to adopt cryptocurrency in its stores. Aside from footprint expansion, Burger Love discussed its plans to launch an online and mobile ordering, as well as a VIP loyalty program. Below is the transcript of the interview with Burger Love.

Steen Puggaard says most Asian countries are the inverse of Australia in several respects.

It announced the company’s long-term global growth plan to impact children’s meals.

Robots will see a roll out in the next 12-18 months.

It has overhauled its stores and menu and embraced home delivery and online ordering platforms.

It updated its same store sales guidance for ANZ, now expected to be 6-8% for the Full Year versus 7-9%.

Brian Niccol has been appointed as the CEO of Chipotle Mexican Grill effective March 5, 2018.

Did you know that mobile food ordering has now eclipsed ordering via the telephone in most markets? Additionally, the reach of restaurant categories that weren’t typical delivery options has been extended; historically Pizza, Chinese and perhaps Italian sandwiches were common, but much of what you will find in the mobile sphere nowadays wasn’t available for delivery. In the mid-90s, McDonald’s offered bike delivery in China, but that was certainly an early move in the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) space to explore the field. But the playing field has changed and every food outlet, ranging from a well operated QSR, fast casual to a luxury, Michelin-starred restaurant has the potential to see growth “in the bag” as bags leave to cater to those who ordered to go/takeaway for delivery.

There are various aspects to consider when choosing an appropriate food service glove. Katermaster outlines a few things to think about when making your decision.

The dessert selections will include Death by Chocolate Cronuts and Ferrero Rocher Cakes.

The limited-edition flavour is available from February 15th nationwide while stock lasts.

Deliveroo's country manager Levi Aron says e-commerce and retail will continue to rapidly evolve with the on-demand economy.

With sustainability being a growing focus, Katermaster is looking for ways to reduce the impact of their products on the environment.

The burger brand is now accepting the top ten digital currency, XEM.