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MRM Franchise Feed: CPK’s Franchise Momentum and Rex’s Rebuilds

Modern Restaurant Management

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. CPK Brings on Franchise Veteran. Send news to Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. Giorgio Minardi. ” Rex's Ready to Grow.

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COVID-19 Fuels Growth in Organic Food Options

Modern Restaurant Management

Though certified organic farms have increased 56 percent from 2011, this still only makes up less than one percent of total acres of American farmland, according to Pew Research Center. Sourcing organic produce and ingredients will be difficult, especially if you are seeking an all-organic concept.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Bad Ass Gets Bigger and New Prototype for Bagel Boss

Modern Restaurant Management

MRM's Franchise Feed provides the latest news in restaurant and MUFSO franchising. Subway® announced significant expansion in India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, as the company signed a master franchise agreement with Everstone Group (Everstone), a South Asia focused leading private investment firm.

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Friendly’s Will Sell to Investment Group for About the Price of a Brooklyn Brownstone

EATER

The 85-year-old chain intends to sell its assets to Amici Partners Group, an investor group affiliated with Brix Holdings, the restaurant company behind Red Mango, Smoothie Factory, and other franchises. Friendly’s boasted more than 500 locations a decade ago, before it first filed for bankruptcy in 2011 ; currently, the chain is down to 130.

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Loyalty Programs Driving Returning Customers

Foodable

Established in 2011, Vitality Bowls specializes in fresh, nutrient-rich bowls that combine a thick açaí berry blend with organic granola and superfood toppings. The chain started franchising in 2014, and currently maintains 78 open stores. Superfruits can also be used as a base for your bowl, and include pitaya, graviola, and acerola.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Non-Traditional Dunkin’ and Boxing-Themed Concept

Modern Restaurant Management

MRM Franchise Feed features news about the restaurant franchise and MUFSO landscape. Continuing under the leadership of VP of Franchise Development, Shannon Swenson, Dave’s Hot Chicken has expanded its reach across the country with new deals signed in several key markets. Dunkin' Explores New Opportunities. and Canada.

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Cocoberry Creates A Loyal Customer Base With Its Unique Product Line

The Restaurant Times

By the end of 2021, we’ll be opening 20 more new outlets, half of them will be company-owned, while the other half will be franchise-owned. We don’t go to any sort of franchise events. The brand started in 2011. That’s my vision for the company right now. I would start with North India.