Executive insights

TGI Fridays blends tradition with tech and breakfast

TGI Fridays blends tradition with tech and breakfast

The brand leverages its rewards app and breakfast range to target new diners.
2 days ago

Gong cha targets 10,000 stores with global expansion

The bubble tea maker is scaling operations and boosting franchise partnerships overseas.
3 days ago

Auntie Anne’s UK leans on bold branding to grow in tough times

The brand is embracing innovation, franchise agility, and a playful image to expand across the UK and Ireland.
5 days ago

Expert sees slowing growth, rising prices, and fierce competition in the QSR market

American chicken chains have increased their presence in the UK.
5 days ago

Church’s Texas Chicken eyes UK as launchpad for European growth

The brand expects a third of its target sales to come from this market.

Yolk Brands bets on burger, chicken for global expansion

Pickl and BonBird are going places in the next half decade.

Caprinos Pizza to double footprint through global expansion

Low setup costs and royalty fees have made franchising more accessible.

Bread Ahead eyes Philippines as springboard to Southeast Asia

The London-based bakery will open 15 branches in the country.

Popeyes turns to tech to hit £200m sales

The US-based fried chicken chain is looking for ways to engage with customers digitally.

Papa Johns lures customers with new loyalty programme

The reward system covers more products and requires a lower minimum purchase.

Dave’s Hot Chicken eyes China, Southeast Asia expansion

The brand is reportedly exploring a potential sale valued at $1b.

M.A.K. Halal targets UK’s untapped fast-food market

Of the more than 48,000 fast-food restaurants in the UK, only 485 are halal-certified.

What's in store for the QSR industry in 2025?

QSR industry execs and other industry experts weigh in on restaurant trends.

Miss Millie's eyes expansion with Gen Zs in mind

The fried chicken brand has modernised, whilst not forgetting its storied past.

Gong cha counts on decadent drinks to capture Middle East market

The bubble tea trend is growing in the region, where the climate keeps it popular year-round.

Papa John’s UK eyes profit comeback in 2025

The pizza chain does not expect to recover this year from losses in 2023.

How Bunsik plans to take a slice out of the US$143b K-culture wave

The brand will soon launch a franchising model to meet demand for Korean food.