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Salad and Go Raises nearly $240,000 for Share Our Strength's No Kid Hungry Campaign

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Thursday, May 9, 2024
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Share our Strength, a nonprofit working to solve problems of hunger and poverty in the United States and around the world, established the No Kid Hungry campaign in 2010.

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  • Share our Strength, a nonprofit working to solve problems of hunger and poverty in the United States and around the world, established the No Kid Hungry campaign in 2010.
  • Salad and Go guests had the opportunity to support No Kid Hungry when ordering at the drive-thru or online throughout the month of April.
  • "Partners like Salad and Go and the generosity of their guests are what fuel the critical work of No Kid Hungry," says Managing Director, Corporate Partnerships Allison Shuffield of Share Our Strength's No Kid Hungry campaign.
  • For more information about Salad and Go, visit https://www.saladandgo.com
    *Donations help support programs that feed kids; No Kid Hungry does not provide individual meals.

PANERA NAMED EMPLOYER OF CHOICE FOR SECOND STRAIGHT YEAR

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Thursday, May 9, 2024
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ST. LOUIS, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Panera, LLC ("Panera") is proud to announce that for the second consecutive year, the company has received the Employer of Choice award in the fast-casual restaurant segment from Black Box Intelligence™, a leading provider of restaurant industry data and insights.

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  • ST. LOUIS, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Panera, LLC ("Panera") is proud to announce that for the second consecutive year, the company has received the Employer of Choice award in the fast-casual restaurant segment from Black Box Intelligence™, a leading provider of restaurant industry data and insights.
  • The Employer of Choice award is based on workforce data and recognizes Panera's low hourly and management turnover rates, competitive compensation and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
  • "We're committed to maintaining our company as an employer of choice in fast casual and to ensuring Panera is a place of warmth, belonging, growth and trust for all."
  • *
    The Employer of Choice recognition comes as Panera ushers in a new era with both a revamped menu focused on extensive guest input, but also an innovated operating model importantly grounded in feedback from Panera bakery-cafe team members.

Portillo’s Inc. Announces First Quarter 2024 Financial Results

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Tuesday, May 7, 2024
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*For the quarter ended March 31, 2024, same-restaurant sales compares the 13 weeks from January 1, 2024 through March 31, 2024 to the 13 weeks from January 2, 2023 through April 2, 2023.

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  • *For the quarter ended March 31, 2024, same-restaurant sales compares the 13 weeks from January 1, 2024 through March 31, 2024 to the 13 weeks from January 2, 2023 through April 2, 2023.
  • Same-restaurant sales declined 1.2% during the quarter ended March 31, 2024, compared to 9.1% same-restaurant sales growth during the same quarter in 2023.
  • The twelve restaurants opened in 2023 and one restaurant opened during the quarter ended March 31, 2024 positively impacted revenues by approximately $14.4 million in the quarter ended March 31, 2024.
  • In the quarter ended March 31, 2024, commodity inflation was 4.8%, compared to 8.9% for the quarter ended March 26, 2023.

CHIPOTLE CELEBRATES NHS WORKERS WITH A BUY-ONE-GET-ONE-FREE OFFER ON INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY

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Wednesday, May 8, 2024
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LONDON, May 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chipotle Mexican Grill UK, the fast-casual restaurant chain that serves burritos, bowls, tacos, quesadillas, and salads made with real ingredients, is celebrating International Nurses Day with a BUY-ONE-GET-ONE-FREE (BOGOF) on all entrees for NHS workers*.

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  • LONDON, May 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chipotle Mexican Grill UK, the fast-casual restaurant chain that serves burritos, bowls, tacos, quesadillas, and salads made with real ingredients, is celebrating International Nurses Day with a BUY-ONE-GET-ONE-FREE (BOGOF) on all entrees for NHS workers*.
  • NHS healthcare professionals can enjoy this offer exclusively in all UK restaurants excluding the London Wall and King Williams Street restaurants, from 11:00am to 11:00pm on Sunday, 12 May 2024.
  • NHS staff can redeem their BOGOF offer when purchasing another full price entrée by showing their NHS identity badge at the cash register.
  • See here for a full list of participating Chipotle locations in the UK: https://locations.chipotle.co.uk/ .

POLLO CAMPERO EXPANDS CHICKEN SANDWICH LINEUP WITH TWO UNIQUE NEW FLAVORS

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Monday, May 6, 2024
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DALLAS, May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pollo Campero, the Guatemalan-born fast casual restaurant specializing in uniquely flavorful chicken and a diverse menu, has two delicious new reasons for fried chicken sandwich fans to visit with the introduction of the Queso Bacon Chicken Sandwich and the Buffalo Slaw Chicken Sandwich.

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  • Guatemalan-born brand adds bold new Queso Bacon, Buffalo Slaw Chicken Sandwiches to menu starting May 7
    DALLAS, May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pollo Campero , the Guatemalan-born fast casual restaurant specializing in uniquely flavorful chicken and a diverse menu, has two delicious new reasons for fried chicken sandwich fans to visit with the introduction of the Queso Bacon Chicken Sandwich and the Buffalo Slaw Chicken Sandwich.
  • The Buffalo Slaw Chicken Sandwich brings together the brand's signature coleslaw and tangy buffalo sauce for fresh and zesty, in-your-face flavor.
  • Priced from $6.90, the Queso Bacon Chicken Sandwich and Buffalo Slaw Chicken Sandwich are the first new sandwiches on Pollo Campero's menu since the debut of its popular Spicy Chicken Sandwich in 2022.
  • That sandwich, in turn, followed the introduction of Pollo Campero's original Chicken Sandwich in 2021.

BURTON HOUSE BEVERLY HILLS, A TRIBUTE PORTFOLIO HOTEL TO DEBUT IN MAY

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024
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BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Burton House Beverly Hills, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott will open on May 8 as the city's premier contemporary lifestyle boutique hotel. Inspired by the founder of Beverly Hills, Burton Edmond Green, the imaginative, personality driven hotel will pay homage to the city's rich history and serene landscape, while embracing a modern edge. Burton House will breathe new life into the space, following an extensive, multimillion-dollar transformation overseen by the Asset Management Team at Seaview Investors, LLC. The hotel will boast 186 guest rooms; an exciting dining and social concept called Emerald Lounge; 1,000 sq. ft. of meeting space; a fitness center featuring state-of-the-art equipment; and a 1,100 sq ft yoga studio. Burton House Beverly Hills joins Marriott Bonvoy's Tribute Portfolio, the brand's growing, global family of characterful, independent hotels drawn together by their passion for captivating design, vibrant social scenes, and sincere service. Beverly Hills' newest hotel is managed by Azul Hospitality Group, a San Diego-based hospitality management platform that provides an innovative approach to maximizing performance.

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  • BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Burton House Beverly Hills, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott will open on May 8 as the city's premier contemporary lifestyle boutique hotel.
  • Burton House Beverly Hills joins Marriott Bonvoy's Tribute Portfolio, the brand's growing, global family of characterful, independent hotels drawn together by their passion for captivating design, vibrant social scenes, and sincere service.
  • Burton House Beverly Hills, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel participates in Marriott Bonvoy – the award-winning travel program from Marriott International – allowing members to earn and redeem points for their stay at the new hotel, and at other hotels and resorts across Marriott Bonvoy's extraordinary portfolio of brands.
  • As part of the hotel's opening, Burton House Beverly Hills has a special introductory offer of 15% off, valid for stays through June 10, 2024.

Take Family Favorites Al Fresco

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Monday, April 29, 2024
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MISSION, Kan., April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- (Family Features) Bright sunshine, warm patios and fresh foods go hand in hand. As warm weather and sunny days call you outdoors, bring the whole family along with favorite meals that blend perfectly with a soft breeze and the subtle sounds of nature.

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  • Add a crisp bite to your next al fresco occasion with this Southwest Ranch Taco Salad featuring Newman's Own's Southwest Ranch Dressing .
  • Don't leave behind serving spoons, trash bags and other convenience items that make al fresco dining a breeze.
  • Serve with a dip or two, such as Newman's Own's Southwest Ranch Dressing , to complete your al fresco appetizer.
  • To find more al fresco food options that give back, visit NewmansOwn.com.

Levine Leichtman Capital Partners Sells Tropical Smoothie Cafe

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024
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Levine Leichtman Capital Partners (“LLCP”), a Los Angeles-based private equity firm, announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its portfolio company TSC Intermediate, Inc. (“Tropical Smoothie Cafe” or the “Company”) to private equity funds managed by Blackstone (“Blackstone”).

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  • Levine Leichtman Capital Partners (“LLCP”), a Los Angeles-based private equity firm, announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its portfolio company TSC Intermediate, Inc. (“Tropical Smoothie Cafe” or the “Company”) to private equity funds managed by Blackstone (“Blackstone”).
  • Tropical Smoothie Cafe is a leading franchisor of fast casual restaurants built on a mission to Inspire Better® with more than 1,400 locations across 44 states.
  • Matthew Frankel, Managing Partner of LLCP, said, “Charles Watson and the Tropical Smoothie Cafe team have been terrific partners during a period of rapid growth with unit count nearly doubling since LLCP partnered with management to purchase the Company.
  • Tropical Smoothie Cafe has been a phenomenal investment for LLCP given the Company’s robust franchise development activity and exceptional same-store sales growth.

Guernsey Holdings Acquires 20 Zaxby’s Restaurants in South Carolina

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Monday, April 15, 2024
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Guernsey Holdings, LLC, a holding company that owns and operates a diversified portfolio of consumer-facing franchised businesses, today announced the acquisition of 20 Zaxby’s restaurants located throughout South Carolina.

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  • Guernsey Holdings, LLC, a holding company that owns and operates a diversified portfolio of consumer-facing franchised businesses, today announced the acquisition of 20 Zaxby’s restaurants located throughout South Carolina.
  • National Franchise Sales, Inc., the preeminent M&A firm for franchise restaurant resales in the U.S., represented Performance Management Group (“PMG”) on its sale of the restaurants.
  • Guernsey partnered with existing management, Candice Anderson and Chad Ham, to acquire the restaurants from licensees Jim and Britt Poston, who started the business 27 years ago.
  • “We are excited to partner with the talented PMG management team and an exceptional group of employees,” said Mike James, Founder & CEO of Guernsey Holdings.

Bob Evans Farmhouse Kitchen™ Welcomes New Spring Menu Items

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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NEW ALBANY, Ohio, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In a delicious expansion of their culinary offerings, Bob Evans Farmhouse Kitchen is thrilled to announce the launch of an array of new Farm-Fresh Salads and elevated Farmhouse classics. The new spring menu items are a blend of innovative twists and ingredients from American farmers. From vibrant greens to ripe fruits, guests can enjoy fresh arugula, hand-picked blueberries and more, further solidifying the brand as America's Farm Fresh and delivering exceptional quality with every bite.

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  • The new spring menu items are a blend of innovative twists and ingredients from American farmers.
  • Farm-Fresh Salads for Warmer Days: Bob Evans new salad line-up, ranging from a new Chopped Salad to a Steakhouse Salad and more, are made with farm-fresh ingredients, freshly prepared and full of craveable flavors from their Farmhouse Kitchen.
  • Menu items include:
    NEW Steakhouse Salad: USDA Choice beef steak tips, tomatoes, mushrooms, blue cheese crumbles and a drizzle of ranch dressing atop fresh greens.
  • Farmhouse Twist on the Classics: Bob Evans Farmhouse Kitchen is also elevating classics with new high-quality ingredients and recipes this spring.