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Fifa World Cup: Hong Kong pubs, restaurants enjoy net gains from big matches

Many bars, restaurants and shopping centres in Hong Kong have enjoyed brisk business thanks to the World Cup, with top nightlife district Lan Kwai Fong recording an up to 70 per cent jump in patronage for this year’s big matches. Lan Kwai Fong Group chairman Allan Zeman told the South China Morning Post that he had joined football fans in the entertainment district in Central for the England-Norway game in the early hours of Sunday morning. “It’s [been] a crazy night. It’ll only get crazier once...
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Korea Times News
· Jun 22, 2026
Korean beef sizzles in Dubai's fine dining scene
Korean beef sizzles in Dubai's fine dining scene
CNN
· Jun 30, 2026
Who needs beer when you've got dim sum?
Global soccer fans are known for chugging late-night pints. But on the other side of the globe in Hong Kong, people are swapping beer for rounds of piping hot Chinese tea, paired with savory dim sum. #CNN #News #WorldCup #HongKong
Utusan Malaysia
· Jul 9, 2026
RM10 boleh makan lebih 30 menu di Randau Rasa UKM
Ramai pelajar dan orang awam kini semakin mencari pilihan makan tengah hari yang bukan sahaja murah, tetapi juga mengenyangkan serta berbaloi dari segi kualiti dan kepelbagaian hidangan. Sehubungan itu, Dapur Brahim’s by Desatera Sdn. Bhd. memperkenalkan Buffet RM10 di Randau Rasa UKM Bangi, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), yang menawarkan lebih 30 pilihan menu pada harga ... Read more The post RM10 boleh makan lebih 30 menu di Randau Rasa UKM appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.
Times of India
· Jul 7, 2026
The ultimate UK food guide: 10 most exciting new London restaurant openings of 2026
London's dining scene is experiencing exciting new openings this summer. Elegant seafood spots and smoky barbecue joints are among the new arrivals. Stylish neighbourhood bistros and French brasseries also feature prominently. These diverse culinary destinations highlight the city's evolving food landscape. Visitors can explore these exciting new restaurants across various London neighbourhoods.
The New Zealand Herald
· Jul 7, 2026
The Best Restaurants, Bars, Cafes & Food Shops In Takapuna
The Best Restaurants, Bars, Cafes & Food Shops In Takapuna
Open Culture
· Jul 1, 2026
The Thai Beef Noodle Soup That Has Been Continuously Simmering for 52 Years
As Bangkok rises into the ranks of the world’s great culinary destination cities, its restaurant scene caters to ever more well-heeled travelers. There, you can now visit establishments with not just one, and not just two, but three Michelin stars. Even so, many a Bangkok habitué will surely tell you that the city’s best food []
San Antonio Current
· Jul 4, 2026
San Antonio Chinese eatery Ping’s Sichuan Kitchen expands by opening second location
San Antonio restaurant Ping’s Sichuan Kitchen, known for its bold Sichuan dishes, is expanding to a second location. Late last month, Ping’s took over the former space of Tiger Chinese Cuisine, 12730 Interstate 10, Suite 312, in University Square. It’s been operating in a soft-opening capacity since then, and a grand-opening celebration is slated for mid-July. [] The post San Antonio Chinese eatery Ping’s Sichuan Kitchen expands by opening second location appeared first on San Antonio Current.
The Standard
· Jun 23, 2026
Josh Barrie reviews Kerb: Spitalfields sports bar is as good a place as any to watch England in the World Cup
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Cincinnati CityBeat
· Jul 7, 2026
Quan Hapa ownership on rebranding, relocating to former Taste of Belgium space
One of Over-the-Rhine’s longest-tenured restaurants is moving just down the street to a space triple the size—with a new name and new menu to match. Quan Hapa, the Asian-American eatery that opened in 2012 as part of the restaurant collective Lang Thang Group, has been a staple of the community for years now thanks to [] The post Quan Hapa ownership on rebranding, relocating to former Taste of Belgium space appeared first on Cincinnati CityBeat.
Vogue
· Jul 2, 2026
The 7 Best New Restaurants in New York City
From luxe Korean barbecue in Midtown to a seafood restaurant in a Brooklyn arts space, here are seven new restaurants to know.
South China Morning Post
· Jun 28, 2026
Net result? How a Hong Kong dim sum restaurant went big on the World Cup
At a century-old teahouse in Hong Kong, a crowd of about 30 people huddles around tables packed with dim sum on a Thursday morning as they watch South Africa score against South Korea in the World Cup. Lin Heung Lau’s branch in Sheung Wan has become one of the city’s most unlikely venues for catching the football after it opted to capitalise on the World Cup, with its design and marketing director saying the place had reaped several benefits. The business spent more than HK200,000 (US25,500)...
Bloomberg
· Jun 23, 2026
E11EVEN Miami Operating Partner on World Cup Strategy
Gino LoPinto, who runs the highest grossing nightclub per square foot in the United States explains that the World Cup serves not only as a global sporting event but also as a significant economic catalyst for the hospitality industry. The conversation emphasizes how Miami's nightlife and hospitality sectors are benefiting from the influx of visitors, with the nightclub playing a key role in driving revenue during the tournament. He speaks with Romaine Bostick Isabelle Lee on The Close. (Source: Bloomberg)
JustHungry
· Nov 17, 2019
Japan Times article: The influence of social media on food in the 2010s
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Mindanao Times
· Jun 22, 2026
Mang Inasal expands off-premise services as convenience reshapes consumer behavior
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Fox Business
· Jul 4, 2026
US brands go patriotic with $17.76 burger deals, eagle cups and more for America’s 250th
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Brisbane Times
· Jul 3, 2026
‘Where the true believers come’: Fans and flares descend on Federation Square for Socceroos
City pubs and bars were also busy after Premier Jacinta Allan allowed licensed venues to operate while Australia played.
Reuters
· Jun 22, 2026
Sneaker cups and trophy pints: World Cup-themed drinks at Miami bar
A Miami bar is taking the World Cup spirit beyond the stadium with soccer-themed cocktails and beers. At Grails, a sneaker-themed sports bar in Miami, fans sip cocktails from sneaker-shaped cups decorated with flag stickers and toast with beers poured into miniature World Cup trophy glasses. Joyce Zhou went to check out the action. #WorldCup #Miami #Sports #Football #Soccer
Just One Cookbook
· Jun 25, 2026
Yakisoba Pan (Midnight Diner) 焼きそばパン
Savory Japanese stir-fried noodles stuffed in hot dog bun, Yakisoba Pan is the ultimate sandwich for carb lovers and featured on Netflix® “Midnight Diner: Tokyo Stories”. READ: Yakisoba Pan (Midnight Diner) 焼きそばパン
Business Today
· Jul 2, 2026
How Kunafa, Cloud Coffee, and Matcha Are Reshaping India’s Food Scene
Kunafa, cloud coffee, matcha and Korean street food are driving India’s viral food trends, blending social-media spectacle, Gen Z tastes, fusion and nostalgia in cafes and homes.
Middle East News 247
· Jun 26, 2026
Coffeemania Dubai Introduces a Thoughtfully Curated Kids’ Menu for Little Foodies
At Coffeemania, dining has always been about bringing people together. Now, the award-winning fine-casual restaurant is making family moments even more special with the introduction of a dedicated Kids’ Menu, thoughtfully designed for its youngest guests. Created with the same attention to quality, flavour and craftsmanship that defines the brand, the menu offers a selection [] The post Coffeemania Dubai Introduces a Thoughtfully Curated Kids’ Menu for Little Foodies appeared first on Middle East News 247.
Wired
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India Today
· Jul 2, 2026
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Euro Weekly News
· Jun 29, 2026
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The korea Herald News
· Jul 3, 2026
National Museum sets the table for Korea's food history
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· Jun 29, 2026
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The Eastern Herald
· Jun 25, 2026
The Rise of India’s “One-Hand Meal” Economy: Why Convenience-Led Dining Is Creating the Next Big QSR Opportunity
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TASS
· Jul 9, 2026
Coastal phase of Russian-Chinese Joint Sea 2026 exercise starts in Qingdao
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9 News Australia
· Jul 2, 2026
Pubs to stay open overnight for Socceroos World Cup clash with Egypt | 9 News Australia
Every pub and licensed venue will be allowed to stay open overnight on Friday so Socceroos fans can watch the do-or-die World Cup clash with Egypt. | *Subscribe and 🔔: http://9Soci.al/KM6e50GjSK9* *Get more breaking news at 9News.com.au: http://9Soci.al/iyCO50GjSK6* FOLLOW 9News Australia ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/9News/ ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/9NewsAUS ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/9news/ Join 9News for the latest in news and events that affect you in your local city, as well as news from across Australia and the world. #9News #BreakingNews #NineNewsAustralia #9NewsAU
UrduPoint
· Jul 10, 2026
Pakistan Int'l Food & Restaurant Awards 2026 recognize excellence in hospitality, tourism sectors
Pakistan Int'l Food & Restaurant Awards 2026 recognize excellence in hospitality, tourism sectors
Inc.com
· Jul 9, 2026
How a 20-Person Dinner Grew Into a Cultural Powerhouse Backed by Nike, Google, and Netflix
A smaller guest list, a greater reach, and a higher return.
Proto Thema - English
· Jun 26, 2026
16 Hand-Picked Places to Eat on Sifnos Right Now
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