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Belles Hot Chicken set to launch new store in Melbourne CBD
Belles Hot Chicken set to launch new store in Melbourne CBD
The 100-seater site will have a design that blends the fixtures of a wine bar and an American diner.
Zarraffa's Coffee opens new drive thru in Eagleby
The new opening is the coffee chain’s 87th outlet following their sites in Edmonton and Cannon Hill. Zarraffa’s Coffee has announced that they launched their new outlet in Eagleby last September 24. The site features their classic items such as their caffe latte and cappuccino as well as their loaves and muffins.
Weekly Global News Wrap Up: Why Dunkin' is dropping “Donuts” from its name; McDonald's USA halts use of artificial preservatives on burgers; Starbucks donates US$20 million to coffee farmers in Central America
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media Wrap Up: Domino's gives away 10,000 pieces of garlic bread; Oporto's new Bondi Chicken Box; Muffin Break's new Jurassic World-themed meal
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Ferguson Plarre launches new app-based loyalty programme
The bakery chain found that 59% of their customers prefer to join a loyalty program with a digital app.
Jimmy Grants, Yo-Chi launch new co-branded store in Bondi Junction
The two brands were brought together following the acquisition of the yoghurt chain last February.
The Cheesecake Shop shows support for Aussie farmers by serving hand-sliced strawberries
The move is in response to a recent needle scare.
Grill'd unveils Asian-inspired menu items
One of the new additions is a burger with a premium wagyu patty.
McDonald's launches leadership development programme
The LEAD initiative will be done annually for McDonald’s restaurant employees across Australia.
Pizza Hut to giveaway 18,000 free pizzas across Australia
The promotion is part of the global pizza brand’s 60th anniversary.
Soonta celebrates 10th anniversary with upcoming 10th store
Its first site opened on Waymouth Street in 2008.
ICHIBUNS brands their buns with readable QR code
See how the Japanese chain aims to “make the wallet industry more exciting and dynamic”.
THR1VE sees potential to enhance customer engagement with new self-ordering kiosks
The data-rich nature of kiosk interaction identify opportunities to support their customers’ quest for health and well-being, says their founder and CEO.
Ribs & Burgers, Tabasco unveil sriracha-infused Bloody Mary Burger
The burger brand has stocked Tabasco's original hot sauce since launching seven years ago.
Burger Project to celebrate Oktoberfest with limited edition burger and soft serve
They will be giving away a total of 1,200 free Oktoberfest Burgers on October 2.
Hog's Australia's Steakhouse launches first drive-thru store
The new outlet is said to have exceeded expectations in terms of customer feedback.
Boost Juice's new vacation promo plans to bring customers to unconventional tourist destinations
Some trips up for grabs include Dracula’s Castle in Romania and Area 51 in the United States.
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