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From its humble beginnings to its rise as a success story in the franchising world, Potato Corner exemplifies how businesses can expand through franchising while staying true to their brand identity. Its journey offers invaluable lessons for franchisors. Here’s a look at the highlights of their story, as well as actionable strategies on how to franchise your business and scale it up like they did.

Mad Café is a themed café in Quezon City, Philippines, offering a unique and interactive dining experience. Each branch has a different theme, such as Beauty and the Beast, Peter Pan, Harry Potter, or The Lion King.

Manuel Plata, a seasoned sushi chef, and his partner, Jonnalaine Javier, an experienced businesswoman, turned a long-held dream into a thriving reality. In 2021, they launched URAMAKERIA, an online sushi delivery service that quickly went viral for its unique fusion rolls and sushi burritos. Their shared expertise led to rapid growth, and URAMAKERIA is now a nationwide franchise with four successful locations and more on the way.

Craving tender, smoky ribs or melt-in-your-mouth brisket? La Parillada has you covered. This Southern-style barbecue spot delivers drool-worthy, slow-cooked meats—marinated for three days and smoked for hours—at wallet-friendly prices. From barbecue pork belly to Cajun chicken, every bite channels classic Southern BBQ flavors. With branches in SM Megamall, SM North, Fairview, and Pampanga, La Parillada is a must-visit for every meat lover.

For entrepreneurs wondering how to franchise your business, Waffle Time offers an inspiring example of creativity, strategic decision-making, and commitment to quality execution. This article not only highlights Waffle Time’s franchising success story but also distills five actionable tips franchisors can apply to their own ventures, ensuring scalable, sustainable growth.

BOK Korean Fried Chicken launched in August 2020 as a Kitchen Hub in Alabang, quickly gaining popularity for its flavorful boneless Korean fried chicken and wide selection of sauces. Focused on customer satisfaction, BOK ensures generous servings and quality service for its loyal “BOKada.” As of 2025, it has expanded to 22+ branches nationwide, thanks to its plug-and-play franchise model, strong partnerships, and continuous product innovation.

The Good Meat offers consumers not just premium quality meat, but full transparency on its source. A subsidiary of Pilmico under the Aboitiz Group, it delivers fresh cuts straight from its farms in Tarlac, using advanced hog production and processing systems. With strict biosecurity, climate control, and sanitation, The Good Meat ensures safety and freshness. It also offers ready-to-cook products, aiming to bring not just meat, but good food to every Filipino table.

BW Superbakeshop is a beloved Filipino bake shop, offering a wide array of pastries, breads, and delicacies. With over 30 years of experience and 25 thriving branches across Luzon and Metro Manila, they're committed to providing safe, delicious, and affordable products. They're expanding to include hot beverages and bites, truly living their mission to "Bake" to make the world a better place.

Funhan Mart is expanding in the Philippines as the first Korean convenience store franchise, offering authentic products and fresh Korean goods.

Launched in 2011, Powerhouse has become a leading Philippine hardware brand. Its success stems from a one-stop-shop concept for DIY and construction needs, nationwide availability, and a focus on craftsmanship and quality. Powerhouse continuously develops new products and offers over 18,000 SKUs to more than 5,000 clients. Its franchised concept stores, first opened in 2021, offer a "pandemic-proof" business model due to the non-perishable and in-demand nature of its products

“Franchising is a business of relationship”, and more insights from Alva’s Chicharon Managing Director

Homegrown milk tea brand owner shares what it takes to be a successful franchisor

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Homegrown milk tea brand owner shares what it takes to be a successful franchisor.

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Bang Bang Special Crispy Bangus aims to bring the humble milkfish to the world stage.

IT solutions, construction, and security franchises are enriching the landscape.

Little Caesars, Yenly Yours Mango Café, Coca Hotpot, Mathnasium, Fire Fitness and more see a bright future in the Philippines.

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