August 7, 2025
Popeyes arrives in Mumbai with launch of multiple stores across city
Popeyes debuts in Mumbai with outlets in Vashi, Kurla, Thane, and soon Mumbai Airport, serving bold Louisiana-style flavors.
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August 5, 2025
Marugame Udon opens first restaurant in Dubai
Marugame Udon opens its first Dubai branch at City Centre Deira, marking entry into its 11th international market with plans for 10 outlets in 5 years.
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August 4, 2025
Coach opens its first The Coach Coffee Shop concept in Singapore
The Coach Coffee Shop debuts in Singapore, blending NYC café vibes with exclusive drinks, food, and Lil Miss Jo merchandise at Resorts World Sentosa.
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August 4, 2025
Shawarma Shack announces international expansion
Shawarma Shack launches in Singapore, bringing its popular wraps and broasted chicken rice from the Philippines' 850-store chain to local diners.
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August 4, 2025
Flying Tiger Copenhagen Lands in Singapore
Flying Tiger Copenhagen lands in Singapore with a new Bugis+ store, continuing its Asia-Pacific expansion with fun, affordable lifestyle products.
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July 31, 2025
Tam Jai International announces Malaysia debut
TamJai Mixian debuts in Malaysia at Sunway Pyramid, marking Tam Jai International’s Southeast Asia entry with customisable Yunnan-style rice noodles.
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July 29, 2025
World Franchise Associates (WFA) signs Strategic Agreement with Saudi National Franchise Committee to Globalize Saudi Brands
WFA signs deal with Saudi National Franchise Committee to take Saudi brands global, supporting Vision 2030 and expansion into Europe & Southeast Asia.
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July 25, 2025
Wendy’s to expand across Italy, Armenia
Wendy’s partners with Your Food and Wen Restaurants to launch 190 outlets in Italy and Armenia, fueling its goal of 2,000 overseas restaurants by 2028.
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July 22, 2025
From Trainer to Global COO: Serban Pop’s Mission to Redefine Fitness with Fast Fit EMS
From trainer to global COO, Serban Pop shares how Fast Fit EMS is redefining fitness with innovation, hospitality, and international expansion.
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July 21, 2025
Chinese brand ChaPanda enters Singapore with two stores
China’s ChaPanda debuts in Singapore with two stores at Scape and Northpoint City, marking the brand’s latest global expansion beyond 8,000 stores worldwide.
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July 19, 2025
Blue Bottle Coffee opens new café in Paragon, Singapore
Blue Bottle Coffee opens its second Singapore café at Paragon, featuring alfresco dining, exclusive menu items, and plans for 10+ regional outlets by 2027.
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July 18, 2025
The Coffee Club opens first East African store in Nairobi, Kenya
The Coffee Club opens first East African store in Nairobi with Luqman Petroleum and Dormans Coffee, aiming for 25 locations across the region by 2034.
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July 13, 2025
Bacha Coffee to open its first flagship store in Riyadh
Bacha Coffee brings its luxurious Moroccan coffee experience to Riyadh with a flagship at Solitaire Mall, offering 200+ Arabica varieties and elegant service.
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July 10, 2025
Chagee to debut in the Philippines with three stores in Metro Manila
Chinese tea brand Chagee to debut in the Philippines this August with three Metro Manila stores, offering natural milk teas brewed from whole tea leaves.
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July 9, 2025
Little Caesars makes UAE debut with Al Barsha location
Little Caesars opens its first UAE outlet in Al Barsha, Dubai, with more coming to Jebel Ali and Al Ghadeer via franchisee Almutairi Restaurants Group.
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July 9, 2025
Juan Valdez becomes Official Coffee Partner for the Los Angeles Rams
Juan Valdez signs multi-year deal as Official Coffee Partner of the LA Rams, expanding US presence with branded coffee at SoFi Stadium and retail promotion.
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