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Restaurant & Café Magazine NZ's only locally owned and operated magazine for the hospitality and foodservice industry. Made for kiwis, by kiwis.

Knowledgeable insights, trends, and information from a professional team of journalists. The foodservice industry is a cornerstone of the New Zealand economy with an annual turnover of over $6 bilion, employing over 50,000 workers. It is visited by 340,000 diners each week and serves another 1.1.5 million takeaway customers. With information at a premium Restaurant & Cat

ering News gives up to date news, feature stories and relevant editorial commentary on the industry. Restaurants and cafes have a leading share of the foodservice market and with half of the sales occurring at these types of businesses and while the NZ economy continues to have difficulties, the challenges facing operators are being tackled by them through marketing initiatives, menu assessments and innovative technology. Restaurant & Catering News delivers strong editorial from its team of knowledgeable vibrant writers in a broadsheet format that is lively, easy to read and informative, alwasy conscious of being a cost effective media solution for advertisers.

The streets of Beijing have been introduced to a new AI-powered canteen, set to offer neighbourhoods a new smart dining ...
19/06/2026

The streets of Beijing have been introduced to a new AI-powered canteen, set to offer neighbourhoods a new smart dining concept.

It is here that smart cooking appliances and lab-certified nutritional data for dishes are both developed by an expert team from the College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University.

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https://restaurantandcafe.co.nz/smart-dining-canteen-takes-over-beijing/

Especially for younger generations, fast food is no longer a “sometimes” option; it is now a frequent solution to hunger...
18/06/2026

Especially for younger generations, fast food is no longer a “sometimes” option; it is now a frequent solution to hunger.

New data has suggested that, in Sweden, seven out of ten young people despise the thought of sharing their fast food meal, which has prompted one global QSR operator to introduce a new campaign targeted directly at that niche market.

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https://restaurantandcafe.co.nz/fast-food-designed-for-selfish-diners/

New data has shown that the electronic card transaction rate was higher during May 2026, with strong year-on-year growth...
18/06/2026

New data has shown that the electronic card transaction rate was higher during May 2026, with strong year-on-year growth.

“Kiwis are still being strategic with day-to-day budgets. We know people are actively switching to cheaper brands to bring down their weekly grocery spending, with thought behind every dollar spent.”

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https://restaurantandcafe.co.nz/card-transaction-growth/

QSR chain Grill's is in court for allegedly misleading customers about donations made from its "Tree Day Tuesday" campai...
17/06/2026

QSR chain Grill's is in court for allegedly misleading customers about donations made from its "Tree Day Tuesday" campaigns.

“We allege Grill’d misled customers by overstating the extent of the donations it would make and the environmental contributions from its Tree Day Tuesday promotion. We consider this to be a form of greenwashing,” ACCC Chair Gina Cass-Gottlieb said.

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https://restaurantandcafe.co.nz/grilld-under-fire-for-donations-saga/

KFC has launched its next chapter globally, complete with new menu innovation, modern restaurant designs and fresh brand...
17/06/2026

KFC has launched its next chapter globally, complete with new menu innovation, modern restaurant designs and fresh branding.

“In an increasingly crowded category, we have a clear opportunity to set the standard for modern chicken in QSR,” said Scott Mezvinsky, CEO, KFC Global.

“This next chapter brings new energy and expression to what makes us iconic, while doubling down on our chicken and reimagining how fans experience KFC around the world.”

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https://restaurantandcafe.co.nz/new-chapter-for-kfc/

Coca‑Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has been named the official beverage supplier for Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Ltd a...
16/06/2026

Coca‑Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has been named the official beverage supplier for Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Ltd across Australia, as part of a national partnership commencing on the 14th of September 2026.

Read more: https://restaurantandcafe.co.nz/dominos-x-coke/

Upselling requires a careful balance of strategic planning without being overly pushy on the menu. Explore how a minor a...
16/06/2026

Upselling requires a careful balance of strategic planning without being overly pushy on the menu. Explore how a minor adjustment on the menu could become a major revenue generator, while ensuring the highest standards of service and customers get value for their dollar.⁠

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https://restaurantandcafe.co.nz/may-2026/

Acclaimed Chef Jamie Pesaque and his renowned restaurant, NUNA, have become a permanent fixture after its first year.“Ma...
15/06/2026

Acclaimed Chef Jamie Pesaque and his renowned restaurant, NUNA, have become a permanent fixture after its first year.

“Making the restaurant a permanent part of the hotel allows us to continue evolving the experience while showcasing the creativity and hospitality Chef Naz and Jaime Pesaque’s team bring to the table.”

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https://restaurantandcafe.co.nz/jamie-pesaque-celebrates-nuna-success/

Auckland Airport has announced new improvements for its dining spaces throughout the terminal, with an emphasis on produ...
15/06/2026

Auckland Airport has announced new improvements for its dining spaces throughout the terminal, with an emphasis on producing less waste.

Every day, more than 1,500 burgers fly off the different grills at Auckland Airport’s airside dining precinct, alongside around 500 chicken salads and over 6,000 serves of fries.

🔗 Read more online!

https://restaurantandcafe.co.nz/auckland-airport-scales-up-dining-offering/

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