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Popeyes Fever Hits New Zealand: Second Store Opening in Taupo

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Get ready to queue up for some finger-lickin' good chicken!

Popeyes, the beloved US fried chicken chain, is causing quite a stir in New Zealand with the announcement of its second store opening in Taupo this July. The recent opening of their first-ever New Zealand store in South Auckland drew in a crowd of around 100 eager chicken enthusiasts who couldn't wait to sink their teeth into Popeyes' famous crispy chicken. The anticipation for the new Taupo location is already building, with fans gearing up to line up for a taste of the iconic Louisiana-style flavors.

The arrival of Popeyes in New Zealand has sparked a frenzy of excitement among foodies and fast-food lovers alike. With its unique blend of spices and flavors, Popeyes is set to carve out a special place in the hearts of Kiwis craving a taste of authentic Southern fried chicken. The upcoming store opening promises to bring a wave of flavor and excitement to Taupo, further solidifying Popeyes' presence in the local culinary scene.

As the opening date draws near, fans are eagerly counting down the days until they can indulge in Popeyes' signature dishes, from their crispy chicken tenders to their flavorful Cajun fries. The expansion of Popeyes into more locations across New Zealand is a testament to the growing demand for their mouthwatering offerings, leaving no doubt that the love for Popeyes' chicken knows no bounds in the Land of the Long White Cloud.

In a world where fast food reigns supreme, Popeyes' entry into the New Zealand market is a welcome addition for fans seeking a taste of the iconic chicken chain's delicious creations. The success of their first store opening in South Auckland and the buzz surrounding the upcoming Taupo location highlight the lasting impact of Popeyes' addictive flavors on Kiwi taste buds.

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Second Popeyes NZ store to open in Taupo in July (Newshub)

Around 100 people queued at US fried chicken chain Popeyes' first ever New Zealand store in South Auckland on Monday morning.

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Man camps out overnight to be first Popeyes Chicken NZ customer ... (Mai FM)

Fronting a 100-person queue stretching from 106 Great South Road in Takanini this morning was a man named Jack. He'd been there since 3 PM the day before, ...

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More than 100 queue for opening of first ever Popeyes in New ... (msnNOW)

Around 100 people queued at US fried chicken chain Popeyes' first ever New Zealand store in South Auckland on Monday morning.

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This guy camped 19 hours to be Popeye's first NZ customer and he ... (The Edge)

In celebration of the grand opening at 10am, a brass band played New Orleans Jazz, an orange ribbon was cut and Jack walked in. Finally, 19 hours after arriving ...

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Would you camp overnight to be Popeyes' first NZ customer? This ... (The Rock)

Etched in New Zealand's fast food history will be Jack, the bloke at the beginning of a 100-person queue stretching from 106 Great South Road in Takanini.

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Kiwis wait for hours to try NZ's first Popeyes chicken restaurant (1 News)

Popeyes was famously served at Beyoncรฉ' and Jay-Z's wedding, but was it worth the hype?

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US fried chicken giant opens first NZ store (Stuff.co.nz)

The launch of Popeyes in Auckland brought with it queues of people and traffic to a standstill.

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Kiwis wait for hours to try NZ's first Popeyes chicken restaurant (TVNZ)

A line of people snaked around the building as the American fried chicken joint opened to the fanfare of a brass band in the Auckland suburb of Takanini at 10am ...

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Gridlocked traffic and hours-long queues for new Popeyes Chicken ... (New Zealand Herald)

Auckland's Great South Rd was brought to a standstill as people queued for hours โ€“ some camping overnight โ€“ to taste New Zealand's newest fast food...

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