Restaurants & Outlets

Explore the dynamic world of restaurants and food outlets with exclusive interviews, trend analyses, and success stories. This category highlights the innovations in dining experiences, the latest culinary trends, and the strategies top brands use to attract and retain customers. Learn from the best in the business and get inspired by their stories

Restaurants & Outlets Corporate Stories

Galito’s : Serving Opportunities

South African chicken chain, Galito’s, has shown impressive growth and is taking a stand as one of the most popular flame-grilled chicken brands. Managing Director, Francois Rousseau, discusses flavour, franchises, and the future.

Kenny Hills Hospitality Group : The Home of Craft Baking Expansion

Renowned in Malaysia for baked goods that heal the soul, Kenny Hills Hospitality Group has achieved enviable expansion and tremendous product growth. Kai Zen Au, Managing Director, tells us more.

Osmow’s Shawarma : Your Go-To Shawarma Spot

We talk with Ben Osmow, CEO and Head of Franchise at Osmow’s Shawarma, about how the restaurant is rapidly expanding while still keeping its family-run origins.

Restaurant Company Europe : Served with a Side of Excellence

Restaurant Company Europe is the largest catering group in the Netherlands. We peruse its menu for success with CEO, Sandra van Halderen.

Domino’s Oman : Dominating the Pizza Sphere

We take a look at the company history of Domino's Oman, its presence in the EMENA region, and how the company became a global name.

Tim Hortons Middle East : Delivering Deliciousness to the Middle East

CEO Hesham Almekkawi tells us how Tim Hortons Middle East is establishing its presence amongst the Gulf Cooperation Council.

Java House : Kenya’s Café

East Africa holds a rich coffee culture. We speak to Priscilla Gathungu, CEO of Java House, about the company at the forefront of the market.

Chicken N Pickle : Fun and Food on the Court

Flavorsome food and the thrill of pickleball are served up at Chicken N Pickle’s unique entertainment complexes. Joe Palermo, Vice President of Operations, offers insight into the company’s expanding footprint and local community involvement.

Taco Medic : Food for the Mind, Body and Soul

New Zealand entrepreneurs Ant Wilkins and Robbie McGillivray co-founded food oasis Taco Medic; we speak to McGillivray as he explores the concept of gluten-free taquerias as community hubs where people can connect over fresh fare.

Burgertory : Sinfully Delicious

Hasheam Tayeh, CEO of Burgertory, tells us about the rapidly expanding gourmet burger chain with a devilish play on purgatory.

Subway Hong Kong & Macau : Fresh Way Forward

Made-to-order sandwiches and a myriad of business developments are on the menu for Subway Hong Kong & Macau, as the management team tells us.

Papa John’s UAE : A Slice of Success

With a customer centric focus oven-baked into the company’s operations, Tapan Vaidya, CEO at the UAE master franchise of iconic US pizza giant Papa John’s, talks expansion and consumer-led innovation.