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Thailand’s Minor Group is set to acquire the remaining stake in Bonchon, a South Korean restaurant chain, thereby becoming its global owner. Headquartered in Bangkok, Minor Group has a significant presence in the restaurant industry with ownership of The…
BHC Chicken, a renowned fried chicken brand originating from South Korea, is setting its sights on broadening its reach within Southeast Asia, with plans to launch in Vietnam. This move is part of an ongoing expansion strategy that is rapidly growing the…
Texas Chicken, a prominent quick-service restaurant chain, is set to expand its footprint to China. The company plans to inaugurate its first restaurant in the country later in the year, following a significant deal to open over 600 establishments nationwide.…
Schnitz, the renowned food chain, continues to expand its product range by stepping into the chicken tender category with the launch of Tom’s Signature Tenders. This new offering signifies an innovative line of premium whole-muscle chicken. Tom’s Signature…
After operating for six successful years, Jinjja Chicken, a well-known fried chicken chain, has closed its shop located in Changi Airport. However, the brand hinted at a potential opening of a new outlet. Thanking the Loyal Customers In an announcement made…
South Korean investment firm, The Venture, has recently acquired the majority shares of Chicken Plus’ business operations in Vietnam. This is part of their overseas investment project fund. Chicken Plus: An Expanding Brand Chicken Plus, a renowned fried…
Yum China, the parent company of KFC in China, reported a significant expansion in its digital loyalty programs which now boast over 590 million members, accounting for over 40% of the country’s population. Growth in Loyalty Programs According to Yum China’s…
Fast-food chain Wingstop is rapidly broadening its international reach by expanding into three new markets: Thailand, Italy, and Ireland. This move comes as part of the company’s ambitious plan for global expansion. Wingstop has recently celebrated a…
KFC Australia has stirred up a buzz in the culinary world with its unique food fusion, the Zinger Banh Mi. This novel dish marries KFC’s crispy chicken fillet with a classic Vietnamese sandwich, introducing a fresh and somewhat unconventional dining…
Sugarloaf TGIF Management, the parent company of TGI Fridays, has entered into a master franchise agreement with USR Hospitality, an Indian corporation. The intention is to open 51 TGI Fridays restaurants throughout India. Key Personnel John Neitzel, former…
Yum China, KFC’s operator in the country, has discreetly introduced a fresh pilot concept by the name of Fried Chicken Brothers, further diversifying its localized sub-brands. The pilot currently runs two compact stores in Shanghai, each approximately 20sqm…
Heinz has recently launched their novel Fried Chicken Sauce, which is now available in supermarkets and for a brief duration, through a partnership with the popular Korean fried chicken outlet, Gami Chicken. A New Addition to the Condiment Aisle The newly…
Chick-fil-A, the renowned American fast-food chain, is gearing up to establish its inaugural permanent eateries in Singapore and the UK. This move aligns with their expansion strategy that was unveiled last year. Singapore and UK Expansion The first…
CJ Foods Oceania, a division of the international CJ Group, has introduced its Bibigo Korean-Style Fried Chicken line, produced and procured locally in Australia. New Korean-Inspired Chicken Range Launched The Bibigo Korean-Style Fried Chicken range boasts…
The Australian expansion of KFC and Taco Bell drove a 20.3 per cent increase in net profit to $39.1 million for Collins Foods Limited in fiscal 2019. The food retailer, which reported its full-year earnings on Tuesday, said revenue was up 16.9 per cent on…
The renowned Filipino fast-food chain, Jollibee recently revealed a revitalized restaurant concept in Hong Kong which has been developed by the London-based design studio, Shed. This reimagined design will be implemented in five new stores. It incorporates a…
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