5 takeaways: Yum! Brands looks to loyalty, beverages, tech to fuel growth

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

Following its Pizza Hut divestiture, the company is sharpening its focus on KFC, Taco Bell and Habit Burger & Grill while investing in menu innovation, digital…

Yum China sets record for restaurant openings as profits climb

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

November 3, 2026

Yum China is accelerating its restaurant expansion across China, reporting higher revenue and operating profit for the third quarter as it works to capture…

KFC unveils next-generation restaurant concept in Dubai

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

KFC is unveiling KFC Muse, it's next-gen, two-story restaurant in Dubai. In partnership with Americana Restaurants, KFC Muse showcases the brand’s evolved…

Beyond the remodel: Subway's Blueprint signals a new era of restaurant design

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

As brands rethink their restaurant designs and layouts, smaller footprints and increased access to digital ordering reflect a push for greater convenience and…

Burger King launches plant-based Crispy Chicken Burger in Austria

September 9, 2026

Burger King has launched a plant-based version of its popular Crispy Chicken, according to an article in Plant Based News, but for now the new menu item is…

Taco Bell heads to the UAE

August 31, 2026

Americana Restaurants International is bringing Taco Bell to the United Arab Emirates as part of an exclusive development agreement with Yum! Brands' Taco Bell…

Papa Johns partners with KM Capital to expand footprint in Mexico

August 25, 2026

Mexico-based private investment firm KM Capital has joined Papa Johns as its new franchise partner in Mexico, assuming leadership of 44 existing restaurants…

Krispy Kreme entering Estonia

June 29, 2026

Krispy Kreme has signed a five-year development and franchise agreement to open up to 25 units across the Baltic States between 2026 and 2030, expanding its…

Little Caesars to expand to Malaysia

May 22, 2026

Little Caesars is expanding into Malaysia, with its first restaurant scheduled to open in Damansara on May 24, according to a press release.

How the Best Franchise Groups Get Franchise Communication Right

The bigger your franchise gets, the harder team communication becomes to manage. This guide covers what every franchise operator needs to know about keeping…

Wendy’s reaches 100-restaurant milestone in the Philippines

April 24, 2026

Wendy's has opened its 100th restaurant in the Philippines, located on Friendship Highway in Angeles City, Pampanga, according to a press release.

The Complete Guide to Team Communication for Restaurant Franchise Owners

Running a restaurant franchise on texts and group chats is messier and riskier than you'd think. Here is a complete guide to improving and organizing team…

Krispy Kreme to enter the Netherlands

April 17, 2026

Krispy Kreme will enter the Netherlands under a franchisee agreement with Jafa Holding BV. The country's first shop is slated to open in late 2026, according…

The accidental franchisor: Eddie Flores Jr. kicks off Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit with candid look at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue

March 17, 2026

Eddie Flores Jr. transitioned from real estate to become the franchisor of L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, building a legacy based on the "aloha spirit" and family…

The 10-25 Unit Playbook: Scale Without Chaos

Unlock the proven systems top restaurant operators use to scale without chaos. If you’re stuck juggling fires across 10–25 locations, this guide shows you the…

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Krispy Kreme opens 1st store in Spain; plans openings in Brazil, Uzbekistan

October 17, 2025

Krispy Kreme has continued its international growth with the opening of its first Hot Light Theater Shop in Madrid, Spain on Oct. 2 through a minority interest…

Popeyes accelerates growth in Mexico with plans to open 300-plus restaurants

October 8, 2025

Chicken brand Popeyes has inked development agreements with regional franchisees in Mexico.

KFC expands in UK with unit in Moreton

September 18, 2025

KFC is opening a location in Moreton on Sept. 20th. The restaurant will serve up KFC's full menu of favorites, including its limited-edition Dirty Lou Burger…

From Maine to Milan: The global journey of Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls

How do you take a Maine lobster roll and build a brand that stretches from the East Coast to the heart of Milan, Italy? That’s the kind of breakthrough story…

Wendy's to bring 20 restaurants to Armenia

July 28, 2025

Wendy's has partnered with Wen Restaurant LLC to bring 20 units to Armenia through 2030, according to a press release.