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Oliver’s launch Australia-first conversational AI server “Ollie”
Oliver’s launch Australia-first conversational AI server “Ollie”
Customers can use natural speech to order at Oliver's drive-thru.
Red Rooster launches new Vanilla Slice Bites
It comes in six or 10 packs.
Social Media Wrap: Grimaces takes over McDonald's; Oporto's new box bundle; Krispy Kreme's Ghostbuster giveaway
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Weekly Global Wrap: US french fry supplier shutters plant; Popeyes adds Ghost Pepper sauce in sandwiches; Pizza Hut launches squid ink pizza
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
GYG posts Q1 FY2025 update
See below for the full financial update.
Crumbl announces Australia debut
The brand has 1,000 locations in the US.
The Cheesecake Shop and Make-A-Wish Australia launches unicorn cupcakes
This aims to support six-year-old Quinn’s dream to "fly with a unicorn" amidst her leukemia battle.
Fast casual restaurant market grows by US$302.5b in 2024 to 2028
It is estimated to increase at a CAGR of 15.2%.
Zarraffa’s Coffee opens in Dakabin
The opening created 40 new jobs.
Krispy Kreme launches Ghostbuster-inspired doughnut collab
The brand is celebrating the iconic Columbia Pictures 1984 film’s 40th anniversary.
Social Media Wrap: Ben & Jerry's new flavour; Zambrero launches new meat filling; GYG Newtown celebrates 18th
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Weekly Global Wrap: McDonald's Chicken Big Mac comes to the US; Sweetgreen showcases kitchen tech; Koo Koo Roo returns
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Grill’d partners with Nedd Brockmann to help fight homelessness
The brand is donating $80k to the cause.
Starbucks announces expansion with two new coffee farms
The new farms are located in Guatemala and Costa Rica.
TokyoTaco set for hundreds of new stores in Australia
Company aims for double-digit store openings through a five-year plan.
TokyoTaco founded by hospitality experts focused on disruption
Overlapping flavours and techniques inspire the fusion of Mexican and Japanese cuisines.
QSR drive-thru and delivery accelerated by pandemic
Increased competition and changing consumer behaviour reshape site selection for QSRs.
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