McAlister's Deli

All-new Quesadilla Burrrger

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Tuesday, June 14, 2022
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DALLAS, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The all-new Quesadilla Burrrger from Taco Bueno® combines two things you love into something you'll love more. 

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  • DALLAS, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The all-new Quesadilla Burrrger from Taco Bueno combines two things you love into something you'll love more.
  • This unique handcrafted creation, part Tex (burger), part Mex (quesadilla) is made with Nolan Ryan Beef and piled high with house-made Pico de Gallo, guacamole, shredded lettuce, queso, Cholula chipotle ranch dressing and smashed to perfection between two crisp, warm cheese quesadillas.
  • Offered at $6.99* a la carte or $8.99* when paired with chips, queso and a refreshing small drink, Taco Bueno's new Quesadilla Burrrger is everything you ever wanted.
  • Taco Bueno is committed to providing an authentic, better-tasting Tex-Mex experience through made-fresh-daily preparations, hand-selected ingredients, and genuine friendly hospitality.

Taco Bueno® Opens in Lake Jackson, TX

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Thursday, May 19, 2022
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DALLAS, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Taco Bueno expands again in Texas by adding a new location at 310 This Way, Lake Jackson, TX 77566.

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  • DALLAS, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Taco Bueno expands again in Texas by adding a new location at 310 This Way, Lake Jackson, TX 77566.
  • Guillermo Perales, a Dallas restaurant franchise owner (Sun Holdings, Inc.), purchased Taco Bueno in 2019.
  • Iconic menu items like the Muchaco, which is a taco in a soft pita-like shell, is among Taco Bueno's most popular choices.
  • Additionally, Taco Bueno offers a variety of "Big Freakin" options, which are top selling favorites, but twice their size.

Focus Brands Builds Out Specialty Category Leadership Team

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Thursday, May 19, 2022
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ATLANTA, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Focus Brands , parent company of iconic brands including Auntie Anne's , Carvel , Cinnabon and Jamba , announced today the appointments of four senior leaders on the specialty category leadership team, including three internal promotions.

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  • ATLANTA, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Focus Brands , parent company of iconic brands including Auntie Anne's , Carvel , Cinnabon and Jamba , announced today the appointments of four senior leaders on the specialty category leadership team, including three internal promotions.
  • "With strong leadership we are well-positioned to continue to grow our brands and increase customer preference in today's competitive market."
  • Prior to joining Focus Brands, Kerri served in marketing leadership roles at The Home Depot, The Wendy's Company and Procter & Gamble.
  • Jessica has been with Focus Brands for more than 12 years, serving in marketing roles for McAlister's Deli and, most recently, leading Strategic Initiatives on the Specialty Category Marketing team.

It's Cinco Time at Taco Bueno®!

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Tuesday, May 3, 2022
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DALLAS, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrate Cinco all month long with Taco Bueno's New Margarita Chicken Tacos available through May.  You may enjoy irresponsibly, and we won't card you!

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  • DALLAS, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrate Cinco all month long with Taco Bueno's New Margarita Chicken Tacos available through May.
  • They come garnished with lettuce, house chopped Pico de Gallo and bursting with flavors from Cholula Chili Lime ranch dressing.
  • Join us on Cinco de Mayo, Thursday, May 5th, for a FREE** New Margarita Chicken Taco (grilled or fried) with any purchase and let us know what you think.
  • Founded in 1967 inAbilene, TX, Taco Bueno is a privately held company that operates nearly 145 restaurants throughout the American South and Southwest includingTexas,Oklahoma,andArkansas.

New Report Recognizes Top Brands for Digital Visibility

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Thursday, April 28, 2022
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SAN DIEGO, April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SOCi, the marketing platform for multi-location brands, highlights top-performing businesses and how they compare head-to-head in the recently released 2022 Localized Marketing Benchmark Report (LMBR), announced earlier this month. Top performers received the highest Local Visibility Scores from SOCi, a new accolade in the battle for consumer visibility in the most influential digital channels.

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  • Top performers received the highest Local Visibility Scores from SOCi, a new accolade in the battle for consumer visibility in the most influential digital channels.
  • A strong Local Visibility Score indicates an organization's commitment to its customers and the communities it serves.
  • The local visibility garnered through the deployment of a holistic digital strategy that makes use of these three focus areas is imperative to a brand's success and truly sets apart top performing businesses from those who are still developing a digital presence.
  • "As the only industry benchmark report for a brand's local visibility, it's an honor to be recognized as a top overall performer in the 2022 LMBR," said Kayla Dillon, Head of Marketing at Bar Louie.

Fish & Shrimp Tacos* are Back at Taco Bueno®!

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Tuesday, March 22, 2022
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DALLAS, March 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Back by popular demand and for a limited time, at your local Taco Bueno, get your choice of our seriously mouthwatering Fish or Shrimp Tacos.

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  • DALLAS, March 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Back by popular demand and for a limited time, at your local Taco Bueno, get your choice of our seriously mouthwatering Fish or Shrimp Tacos.
  • Fish & Shrimp Tacos* are Back at Taco Bueno!
  • Whether you are planning to change things up on Taco Tuesday or are observing no meat Friday during the Lenten Season, our golden brown, fried to crispy perfection Fish or Shrimp Tacos are answering the call.
  • Garnished with lettuce, Pico de Gallo and drizzled with a zesty jalapeno ranch dressing, our Fish and Shimp Tacos will not disappoint.

Focus Brands Sold Record-Breaking Number of Franchises Across Family of Brands in 2021

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Monday, January 10, 2022
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Focus Brands' rapid growth reinforces the strength and viability of each brand within the company's portfolio and proves its commitment to innovation.

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  • Focus Brands' rapid growth reinforces the strength and viability of each brand within the company's portfolio and proves its commitment to innovation.
  • To help its brands grow, Focus Brands and its franchise companies have prioritized meeting the ever-evolving demands of today's consumer.
  • In addition to the franchises sold in the US and Canada, Focus Brands International sold more than 225 commitments for international expansion and opened more than 215 stores in 2021.
  • All seven brands within the Focus Brands portfolio are looking to grow with qualified franchisees.

Auntie Anne's and Cinnabon Sign 10-Unit Co-Brand Development Agreement to Expand in New York City

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Thursday, November 4, 2021
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Putting brands like Auntie Anne's and Cinnabon together makes them far more accessible than they would be individually," said Brian Krause, Chief Development Officer of Focus Brands.

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  • Putting brands like Auntie Anne's and Cinnabon together makes them far more accessible than they would be individually," said Brian Krause, Chief Development Officer of Focus Brands.
  • "Partnering with an industry leader like Fresh Dining Concepts, who really understands the power and benefits of co-branding, gives us the chance to expand in priority markets like New York City."
  • "Auntie Anne's and Cinnabon are iconic brands that are similar from an operations standpoint and the menus complement each other very well.
  • Focus Brands, has invested in research and development to build a more robust co-brand and multi-brand strategy with its specialty brands, Auntie Anne's, Carvel, Cinnabon and Jamba.

Shipley Do-Nuts Marks Milestones, Including New Austin Developments

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Wednesday, November 3, 2021
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Furthering its current growth initiative, Shipley, which makes artisan-crafted, in-house fresh do-nuts daily, recently inked a deal to open 15 new locations in and around Austin, Texas.

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  • Furthering its current growth initiative, Shipley, which makes artisan-crafted, in-house fresh do-nuts daily, recently inked a deal to open 15 new locations in and around Austin, Texas.
  • David Howell said the first new Austin Shipley is slated to open in the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • "We are certain with the addition of 15 locations in the Austin area, Austinites will have no shortage of opportunities to gather with Shipley Do-Nuts."
  • "Over the next five years, Shipley locations are on pace to grow by 90%, which is unheard of for a brand our age," said Shipley CEO Clifton Rutledge.

McAlister's Deli® Opens 500th Restaurant Nationwide

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Monday, October 18, 2021
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ATLANTA, Oct. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- McAlister's Deli , a leading fast-casual restaurant chain known for its genuine hospitality, sandwiches, spuds, soups and McAlister's Famous Sweet Tea, announced today it has opened its 500th restaurant west of Nashville in Dickson, Tennessee.

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  • ATLANTA, Oct. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- McAlister's Deli , a leading fast-casual restaurant chain known for its genuine hospitality, sandwiches, spuds, soups and McAlister's Famous Sweet Tea, announced today it has opened its 500th restaurant west of Nashville in Dickson, Tennessee.
  • "Over the past 13 years it has been exciting to watch McAlister's Deli expand its footprint at a rapid pace.
  • "We've been a proud franchisee of McAlister's Deli for over 10 years and are thrilled to be opening the doors to the brand's 500th restaurant.
  • Founded in 1989, McAlister's Deli is a fast-casual restaurant chain known for its genuine hospitality, sandwiches, spuds, soups, salads, desserts and McAlister's Famous Sweet Tea.