Global markets
Corner Bakery Cafe launches daily dessert samples at corporate cafes
Corner Bakery Cafe is offering free dessert samples during lunch and dinner periods at all corporate-owned cafes, featuring seven products and recipes developed with specialist suppliers.
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Anantara opens first African safari property in Zambia
The 13-key Kafue River camp combines off-grid operations, conservation-focused safaris and in-room wellness, with an opening package starting at USD 6,289 per room per night.
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West Coast Sourdough sues Cali Rays seeking more than $15 million
The franchisor alleges former locations switched brands while agreements remained in force, and accuses defendants of misusing confidential information and recruiting franchisees away from its network.
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Freddy's opens 600th restaurant with Beaufort endcap format
The South Carolina opening highlights Freddy's move towards more flexible restaurant formats as it recruits franchisees for domestic and international expansion.
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Dîner en Blanc Miami returns October 24 with seating included
The Miami event will include tables and chairs with admission and offer advance meal orders, while keeping its location undisclosed until guests are escorted from meeting points.
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Hunt Brothers Pizza launches first dual limited-time offer
Chicken Bacon Ranch and Italian Trio return simultaneously for the brand’s 35th anniversary, with different regional availability across participating convenience-store locations.
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Subway launches US Halloween giveaway of $15 digital gift cards
The promotion runs from Oct. 12 through 16, linking Subway’s new advertising platform to a company-commissioned survey about Americans’ dissatisfaction with lunch.
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7-Eleven launches Hispanic-inspired Selección 7 private-brand range
The addition to 7-Select spans packaged bakery products at participating stores nationwide, with candy and snacks available in selected regions.
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Domino's Pizza China adds 84 stores as same-store sales lag
Master franchisee DPC Dash expanded into 12 additional cities in the third quarter of 2026, but lower average transaction prices kept same-store sales growth negative.
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Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood unveils Zona de Fuego gaming zone
The Florida resort is combining bilingual table games, Latin music and nightlife in a dedicated zone, extending its programme of Latin-focused entertainment.
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TKO Hotels offers $2.0 billion for Service Properties Trust hotels
The proposed all-cash acquisition would give Service Properties Trust funds to reduce debt and exit lodging, but remains subject to board approval and definitive agreements.
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Bitty & Beau's Coffee seeks US franchisees as Cruiser fleet grows
The coffee company has eight mobile units operating and eight more in production as it recruits franchise owners for a model centred on employment for people with disabilities.
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Couche-Tard agrees to buy Irving Oil assets in Québec and Ontario
The agreement covers retail locations already operated by Couche-Tard, fuel supply to its Québec stores and cardlock sites, with regulatory approvals still required.
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Texas de Brazil opens at Westminster’s Orchard Town Center
The Brazilian-American steakhouse has expanded its Colorado presence with a Westminster restaurant offering continuous tableside meat service, group dining and a $59.99 regular dinner.
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Hilton highlights Xi’an team as Canopy introduces new identity
Hilton’s latest staff profile examines how Canopy Xi’an Qujiang uses employees’ local knowledge and personal interests to shape guest service as the brand introduces a new identity.
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Red Lobster adds $1 appetisers and late-night happy hour in October
Red Lobster’s October programme combines discounted starters, extended happy hour and an Endless Shrimp addition, with a Halloween children’s meal offer at participating restaurants in the US and Canada.
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Outback Steakhouse adds steak cuts and names chief steak officer
Outback Steakhouse’s Best Steaks Ever initiative combines new cuts, changes to preparation standards and a customer-reaction campaign at selected restaurants.
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Pret A Manger relaunches Club Pret with $50 monthly subscription
Pret’s refreshed subscription adds matcha drinks and unlimited customisations, with a Union Square event marking the relaunch and a free first month available to new members.
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Hilton’s Waldorf Astoria London names OSKIA as exclusive spa partner
The British skincare company will supply property-exclusive treatments at Admiralty Arch, marking its first partnership with a Waldorf Astoria hotel ahead of the London opening later this year.
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Hilton showcases seasonal Waldorf Salad in new cooking episode
Chris Nassetta joins chef Michael Anthony to explore Waldorf Astoria New York’s culinary heritage and the seasonal approach behind its updated signature salad.
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