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EXPLORE | 31 January 2026
Japanese Dining Continues to Dominate: EN Group Eyes the Philippines for Its Next Growth Chapter
Japanese cuisine has evolved from a niche international offering into one of the most resilient and preferred dining categories in the Philippines.
SPOTLIGHT | 26 September 2022
Chew Kee: Singapore’s Original Soy Sauce Chicken Since 1949
Serving Singapore’s original Soy Sauce Chicken since 1949, Chew Kee continues to be popular among local Singaporeans and visitors.
NEWS | 23 September 2022
TGI Fridays Partners Universal Success Enterprise To Expand Presence In South and Southeast Asia
U.S. based global restaurant chain TGI Fridays has entered into a master franchise agreement for the development of 75 new restaurants throughout South Asia and Southeast Asia with Singapore-based Uni
NEWS | 22 September 2022
19th China-ASEAN Expo Creates New Opportunities And Concludes With Historic Deals
The 19th China-ASEAN Expo (CAEXPO) and China-ASEAN Business and Investment Summit concluded in Nanning, the capital of South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.
EXPLORE | 16 September 2022
Thailand Franchise & Business Opportunities (TFBO) 2022 – 20th to 23rd Oct 2022 (Bangkok, Thailand)
The Thailand Franchise & Business Opportunities show takes place on October 20-23 2022 at BITEC, Bangkok, Thailand.
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EXPLORE | 31 January 2026
Japanese Dining Continues to Dominate: EN Group Eyes the Philippines for Its Next Growth Chapter
SUCCESS | 20 November 2025
Omoté: Singapore’s Beloved Modern Japanese Eatery Lands in the Philippines
SPOTLIGHT | 14 November 2025
From a Small Dream to a Big Movement: The Story Behind Smashed
SUCCESS | 6 November 2025
From Gold Shop to Convenience Stores: Mr. Nallakaruppan’s 23-Year Journey with 7-Eleven
