Australia

Baskin-Robbins unveils Love Potion #31 Dark

Baskin-Robbins unveils Love Potion #31 Dark

The dessert chain introduced the Love Potion #31 Dark for the month of February.

Carl's Jr. to set up 300 stores in Australia over the next decade

According to an article by news.com.au, the international brand wants to set up 300 restaurants in Oz over the next 10-15 years and are already advertising  to potential franchisees.

Find out how Chompers is stirring up the suburban takeaway scene

QSR Media sat down with Simon Bowe, director at Chompers, to talk about how the brand aims to reinvent the takeaway scene with its offerings.

NPD research looks into the importance of family to the foodservice biz

Research done by the NPD Group showed that after almost three years of easing up on restaurant visits, Aussie families are making their way back to the table.

RFG reaches 2,500 outlets

The franchising group announced that it has commissioned its 2,500th outlet globally with the opening of Michel's Patisserie & Cafe in Maitland, New South Wales.

Shingle Inn names new operations manager

The café chain appointed Michael Walker as its new Operations Manager ahead of its 80th Anniversary this year.

The Coffee Emporium unveils new cold beverages for Valentines day

The Coffee Emporium launched a new campaign featuring two new cold beverages, the Strawberry White Chocolate Frappe, and the Strawberry Soda.

KFC launches first major brand campaign with Ogilvy, brings back Plucka Duck

KFC came out with its first-ever major brand campaign in Australia aimed at bringing its values to life and connecting customers to the ethos of its founder, Colonel Sanders.

McDonald's UK to roll out table service

According to a story by the Telegraph, McDonald's will fast track the rollout of its table service across its UK stores and expand its trial of premium burgers to revamp its image amid intensifying competition in the fast food market.

Macca's global comp sales rise for 2015

The fast food giant announced the financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2015, showing strong performance from the U.K., Canada and Australia.

Domino's releases statement regarding GPS Driver Tracker controversy

When asked to comment on the issues with Precision Tracking over GPS technology, the pizza chain said that it partnered with Navman Wireless for the rollout of its national GPS solution, which is "in no way based on or uses the Precision Tracking solution or technology".

Gelatissimo releases limited edition Flavours of Summer winners

Following the Gelatissimo partnership with Havaianas this January, the #FlavoursofSummer winner has been announced, voted for by fans online.

Gelatissimo brews up Beer Flavoured Gelato for Australia Day

The dessert chain introduced the limited edition flavour combination, Beer Flavoured Gelato, available from the 25th and 26th January at selected Gelatissimo stores.

Starbucks global comp sales grows 8% in Q1

The coffee chain reported financial results for its 13-week fiscal first quarter ended December 27, 2015.

Check out what Hungry Jack's plans for the new year

QSR Media got a chance to speak with a Hungry Jack's spokesperson to discuss the brand's successes and plans going forward.