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Social Media Wrap Up: Tim Tam drink is back at Gloria Jean’s; McDonald’s gives glow up to quarter pounder; Betty’s Burgers new pineapple-inspired menu
Social Media Wrap Up: Tim Tam drink is back at Gloria Jean’s; McDonald’s gives glow up to quarter pounder; Betty’s Burgers new pineapple-inspired menu
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week
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Arnott’s Tim Tam Chiller returns to Gloria Jean’s
The fan favourite drink is in stores starting 7 November.
Red Rooster unveils Street Food Collection
The merch and tees featured graffiti versions of the Red Rooster menu items.
Mad Mex’s beach shack inspired restaurant to reopen
It offers a 110 square-metre dine-in space and 35 square metre outdoor space.
Fair Work Ombundsman slaps $475k fine on Taiwanese coffee brand 85 Degrees
Read the statement from the Fair Work Ombudsman here.
South Dowling Sandwiches introduces new vegan sambo
Its launch of the vegan menu also featured Harvest Gourmet's plant-based schnitzel.
Macca's to inject about $139m into economy by opening 19 new restaurants, reinvesting in stores
It will reinvest in more than 80 existing restaurants in 2022.
Gelatissimo's flavour of the month: Guava and Lychee Sorbet
This comes after the brand partnered with Esther & Co.
Burrito Bar appoints new general manager
Jarryd Cayfe is also general manager of Sweet Republick and Smokin Burgers and Ribs.
Flave now at David Jones Bondi Function Food Hall
The collab will feature Flave’s burgers, bowls, sides, and cocktails.
Oliver’s Real Food names Natalie Sharpe as new CEO
Sharpe will assume the role on 21 December.
Subway vs McDonald's: Who do you think will win meal delivery in Australia?
The quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry has been witnessing a revolutionary trend as consumers reduce dining in and utilise delivery options. Something that was initially popularised due to the pandemic seems to be sticking around, and global restaurant operators are taking notice of it. In McDonald’s third-quarter earnings report, CEO Chris Kempczinski emphasised a digital momentum, that digital sales now represent over one-third of systemwide sales in McDonald’s top six markets. This signifies the importance for QSRs to partner with delivery platforms to open up additional channels for consumers to access their ‘Happy Meal’ or ‘Whopper’.
Hungry Jack’s, Jelly Belly launch Bursties, frozen drinks range
Hungry Jack’s introduced a new Sour Fizz Tingle Frozen Drink.
Bowser Bean opened mobile kitchen for flood-stricken Rochester community
About 2,000 burgers, 1,000 coffees, and 500 sandwiches were distributed.
Social Media Wrap Up: Bogof Frappe at Muzz Buzz; Macca's brings back 30 Deals; Krispy Kreme's Halloween Donuts
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week
Macca's returns 30 deals for November
Amongst the offers are $1 large fries, $2 big mac, and $3 cheeseburger.
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