QSR, Restaurant and Food Service Trends

Global Hospitality Providers Head To Dubai As Regional Industry Plans Multi-Billion Investments
April 06, 2023

Global Hospitality Providers Head To Dubai As Regional Industry Plans Multi-Billion Investments

Major worldwide players will gather in Dubai this May (23-25 May) at The Hotel Show – the undisputed flagship for, and gateway to, the Middle East’s multi-billion-dollar hospitality industry
KFC Cheese wedges (Source: KFC Singapore)
May 04, 2022

Another frozen Potato Supply Chain hickup: NO Fries for KFC customers in Singapore

KFC Singapore said on Thursday April 28 that it is not offering French fries for now but assured customers that the item 'will be back soon'. Instead, the fast-food chain is offering wedges, cheese wedges and golden cheddar wedges on its menu in Singapore.
McDonald's Japan, Small Fries
December 23, 2021

Only small fries for McDonald's customers in Japan, as floods in Western Canada disrupt supply

Fans of McDonald's Fries in Japan are out of luck next week. The restaurant chain will only offers its small size portions, as flooding in Western Canada and COVID-19 disrupts the global supply chain for 'McDonald's potato'.
KFC Japan runs out of french fries
October 12, 2021

KFC Japan suspends French fry sales as global logistics breaks down

No doubt the mouths of KFC fans were watering as they made their way to the chain’s branches in Japan last weekend. Unfortunately, many of them had to walk away with less than the full fried satisfaction they’d been hoping when they found out KFC ran out of French fries.
Kumpir and other potato dishes you probably never heard of
August 20, 2021

Kumpir and other potato dishes you probably never heard of

Kumpir takes first place in this as it is more of a street food that is closely associated with Istanbul’s Ortaköy district. It is a baked potato that gets mashed in its own peel with some butter and chees.
Burger King is selling a sundae stuffed full of French fries in Singapore
December 28, 2020

Burger King is selling a sundae stuffed full of French fries in Singapore

Burger King described the dessert as 'eccentric, but delicious' with contrasting temperatures, textures, and flavors. It's an ice-cream sundae full of fries.
And, yes, the fries are served hot.
ITC: Re-Imagining the Frozen Food Segment
February 25, 2020

ITC: Re-Imagining the Frozen Food Segment

ITC first started diversifying from its core tobacco business in the early 1970s, with the diversification drive picking up steam in 2003 when the Indian behemoth conglomerate started with its slew of launches in the FMCG category.
Amazon is launching online food delivery service in India this year
July 30, 2019

Amazon is launching online food delivery from restaurants in India this year

Amazon.com Inc is planning a foray into the burgeoning online food delivery business from restaurants in India this year, in a move that could raise competition in an increasingly crowded market.
Japanese Fast Food Chain puts French Fry Ice Cream Sundaes on the Menu
January 13, 2018

Japanese Fast Food Chain puts French Fry Ice Cream Sundaes on the Menu

Japanese Fast food chain 'First Kitchen' launch two types of 'Dessert Potato' nationwide. Both dishes start with French fries with a swirl of Hokkaido dairy-sourced vanilla ice cream finished with two types of toppings...
McDonald's Japan offers American Inspired Cheddar Cheese Potato Balls
December 05, 2017

McDonald's Japan offers American Inspired Cheddar Cheese Potato Balls

McDonald's Japan offers American Inspired Cheddar Cheese Potato Balls for a limited time
McDonald’s China business name changes to ‘Jin Gong Men’
October 29, 2017

McDonald’s China business name changes to ‘Jin Gong Men’

McDonald’s China Co. has changed its name to “Jin Gong Men Co,” which roughly translates to “Golden Arches,” after CITIC Capital and Carlyle Group took over the franchise, but the name of the restaurants will remain the same.
McDonald's plans to add 2000 Restaurants in China in the next 5 years
August 10, 2017

McDonald's plans to add 2000 Restaurants in China in the next 5 years

Earlier this week McDonald’s announced the successful completion of a strategic partnership with CITIC and The Carlyle Group. The partnership will operate and manage McDonald’s businesses in mainland China and Hong Kong and ramp up growth and innovation using the combined expertise.
Potato Corner CEO shares secrets to food cart success
August 10, 2017

Potato Corner CEO shares secrets to food cart success

Potato Corner CEO Joe Magsaysay shares the secret behind the french fries brand that he built into a global franchise business with annual sales of P1 billion (almost 20 million USD).
McDonald's Japan adds French Fry flavor based on nostalgic student snack
February 09, 2017

McDonald's Japan adds French Fry flavor based on nostalgic student snack

Starting next week, McDonald’s Japan will offer daigaku imo French fries. Daigaku Imo litterally means “college potato”.
It is a popular sweet potato snack with a sweet sauce, and allegedly gets its unusual name from being a hit with cash-strapped students looking for a cheap yet tasty bite.
New: 'WET Potato Chips'! In Japan of course...
November 27, 2016

New: 'WET Potato Chips'! In Japan of course...

Snack food company Calbee is playing with fire by expecting people to swallow their new concept potato chips: 'Wet Potato, Moist Mild Soy Sauce Flavor.'
Halloween Fries by McDonald's Japan, what are they like?
October 25, 2016

Halloween Fries by McDonald's Japan, what are they like?

For those who can’t get enough of pumpkin-flavored treats during Halloween, McDonald’s Japan is offering french fries covered in pumpkin and chocolate sauce.
Food cart business Potato Corner sets sales record of P1 billion (>21 million USD)
March 10, 2016

Food cart business Potato Corner sets sales record of P1 billion (>21 million USD)

Last year was a banner year for Manila (Phillipines) -based food cart business Potato Corner after it hit over P1 billion (21.3 million USD) in sales, a record in the company's 23-year history.
McDonald's opens first restaurant in Kazakhstan on March 8, 2016
February 25, 2016

McDonald's opens first restaurant in Kazakhstan on March 8, 2016

McDonald’s Corporation today announced that the first McDonald’s restaurant in Kazakhstan will open in Astana on March 8, 2016. Kazakhstan will mark the 120th country where McDonald’s restaurants are located.

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