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Jollibee Just Turned California Into Its Biggest Franchise Bet Yet
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3 weeks ago

Jollibee Just Turned California Into Its Biggest Franchise Bet Yet

Jollibee's first franchised restaurant in California marks an important milestone in the company's North American expansion. As franchise systems scale, Gorilla Dash helps support consistent onboarding and knowledge sharing through its Knowledge Base, enabling teams to maintain operational standards across locations.

Minor Food and Serruya Cook Up Bold Bonchon Takeover
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3 weeks ago

Minor Food and Serruya Cook Up Bold Bonchon Takeover

Bonchon is entering a new phase of ownership as Minor Food and Serruya Private Equity prepare to guide the Korean fried chicken brand’s expansion across different global markets. For growing franchise systems, a centralized Knowledge Base can help maintain operational consistency as franchise networks expand across regions.

KFC's Latest Clucker: Airdrie Welcomes the Chicken Empire
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2 months ago

KFC's Latest Clucker: Airdrie Welcomes the Chicken Empire

KFC has strengthened its Scottish presence with the opening of its first restaurant in Airdrie, creating new jobs and advancing its long-term UK growth strategy. As franchise brands celebrate major openings, Gorilla Dash supports promotional campaigns through its Competitions and Promotions functionality, helping operators coordinate customer offers across expanding store networks.

Bonchon Takes Over the Globe, One Crispy Chicken at a Time
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2 months ago

Bonchon Takes Over the Globe, One Crispy Chicken at a Time

Bonchon is strengthening its position as a global restaurant franchise through international expansion and recognition from leading industry rankings. For brands scaling across multiple regions, Gorilla Dash’s Resource Library offers a practical way to organize and distribute operational knowledge as networks grow.

Hotville Brings the Heat to Uxbridge: London Gets Fired Up!
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5 months ago

Hotville Brings the Heat to Uxbridge: London Gets Fired Up!

Hotville’s move into London marks a notable step for a growing UK food franchise seeking broader national reach. With more locations planned, systems such as Gorilla Dash’s Knowledge Base feature can support franchisees with consistent training and operational guidance.

Popeyes Goes Green: Fried Chicken Takes on Ireland
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6 months ago

Popeyes Goes Green: Fried Chicken Takes on Ireland

Popeyes has confirmed plans to enter the Republic of Ireland, signing a master franchise deal that paves the way for its first restaurant in Dublin this spring. The brand’s expansion strategy reflects confidence in demand for new dining experiences and comes with commitments to job creation and further site openings across the country.

Hotville Chicken Is Taking Over the UK, One Fried Bite at a Time
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7 months ago

Hotville Chicken Is Taking Over the UK, One Fried Bite at a Time

Hotville, a Nashville‑style fried chicken takeaway brand, said record sales between Christmas and the New Year have fueled plans to open three new UK outlets in the coming months, with a further three later in 2026. The company is actively recruiting franchise partners and offering training and operational support, reflecting strong demand in the UK chicken QSR market.

Miss Millie’s Expands with New Fryer in Colchester: A Chicken Revolution
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7 months ago

Miss Millie’s Expands with New Fryer in Colchester: A Chicken Revolution

Miss Millie’s, a long-established British fried chicken brand, is expanding its national footprint with a new location in Colchester, Essex, marking its first major opening of 2026. The two-floor site at 10 High Street blends traditional dine-in capacity with modern takeaway and delivery service, reflecting the brand’s evolution beyond its South West roots and its growth strategy in a competitive fast-casual landscape.

Jollibee Finally Gears Up to Tackle Australia After Half a Decade
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9 months ago

Jollibee Finally Gears Up to Tackle Australia After Half a Decade

Philippine quick-service leader Jollibee is preparing for its first Australian entry with a planned restaurant in Campbelltown, Sydney, part of a redevelopment that also features other global brands. The project holds council approval but no start date, reflecting both the appeal and complexity of expanding into new global markets. Analysts view this move as a strategic step in Jollibee’s international growth push.

Popeyes Hits the 100-Store Landmark: Chicken Dreams Come True!
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10 months ago

Popeyes Hits the 100-Store Landmark: Chicken Dreams Come True!

Popeyes, the New Orleans–style fried chicken chain, is about to open its 100th UK store, located in the bustling hub of London Bridge Station. The milestone comes four years after its UK launch and reflects the brand’s aggressive expansion strategy, including a push into commuter travel hubs. The chain aims to open nearly 50 new restaurants in 2025 alone.

Chester’s Unveils 2.0 with ThermoGlo Crispy Station
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last year

Chester’s Unveils 2.0 with ThermoGlo Crispy Station

Chester’s Chicken has introduced “Chester’s 2.0,” featuring a Crispy Station merchandiser that extends hold time using ThermoGlo™ and a dual-basket fryer to boost operator efficiency. The platform also includes redesigned heat-resistant packaging for pre-packaged sides. By centering innovation around operator feedback, Chester’s reinforces its emphasis on consistency, convenience, and sales optimization in the c-store foodservice sector.

Seoul Garden Unveils Flagship Hot Pot & BBQ Venue at Chadstone
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last year

Seoul Garden Unveils Flagship Hot Pot & BBQ Venue at Chadstone

Seoul Garden has unveiled its flagship restaurant at Chadstone Shopping Centre, featuring both hot pot and Korean barbecue in a 130-seat venue. The opening adds a sixth location for the brand and introduces over 50 hot pot varieties and extensive halal-meat menus. As dining trends favor immersive food experiences, Seoul Garden’s new format may redefine how Korean cuisine is presented in Australia.

Chester's Chicken Rolls Out Bone-In Wings Nationwide
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last year

Chester's Chicken Rolls Out Bone-In Wings Nationwide

Chester's Chicken has introduced bone-in wings to its menu, expanding beyond its traditional fried chicken offerings. The wings, available in multiple portion sizes and flavors, reflect the brand’s emphasis on innovation while preserving the family recipes that built its reputation. For franchise operators, the rollout offers a new way to attract customers and strengthen sales.

Gami Chicken Takes Flight into Albury with Bold Regional Expansion
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last year

Gami Chicken Takes Flight into Albury with Bold Regional Expansion

Gami Chicken has debuted in Albury, its first venture into the border region, buoyed by a 60 percent year-on-year surge in its “Korean Delights” range. With plans to expand to seven more locations by mid-2026, the casual-dining chain signals accelerating demand for Korean cuisine beyond major urban centers.

Dave’s Hot Chicken Sets Europe Ablaze with 180-Restaurant Expansion Deal
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last year

Dave’s Hot Chicken Sets Europe Ablaze with 180-Restaurant Expansion Deal

Dave’s Hot Chicken has entered into an exclusive partnership with Azzurri Group to develop 180 restaurants across 10 European countries, including France, Germany, Italy, and Spain. The expansion follows a successful UK debut and leverages Azzurri’s operational expertise to drive rapid international growth.

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