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WOWorks Collaborates with BigZpoon to Introduce Personalize Allergen and Nutrition Menu to its Guests

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- WOWorks, the parent company behind a collection of better-for-you restaurant brands, including Saladworks, Frutta Bowls, Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh, The Simple Greek, Barberitos Southwestern Grille and Cantina, and Zoup! Eatery, announced its partnership with BigZpoon, a renowned provider of innovative food-ingredient based analysis technology solutions for the restaurant and hospitality industries. This strategic alliance aims to assist guests in navigating any WOWorks restaurant menu, enabling them to make informed meal choices that align with their dietary preferences and restrictions.

Key Points: 
  • This strategic alliance aims to assist guests in navigating any WOWorks restaurant menu, enabling them to make informed meal choices that align with their dietary preferences and restrictions.
  • Through its collaboration with BigZpoon, WOWorks is introducing a personalized and interactive allergen and nutrition menu technology tool empowering guests to select menu items that meet their nutritional needs and preferences.
  • Furthermore, the integration includes a real-time nutrition calculator that accurately tracks the dietary details of chosen meals and alerts guests when their nutrition goals are exceeded.
  • Unlike many restaurants offering static PDF formats for nutrition information, BigZpoon's innovative technology leverages guests' individual preferences and filters the entire menu of each WOWorks restaurant.

WOWorks Unveils WOW Kitchens in San Francisco! A Revolutionary New Ghost Kitchen Prototype

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- WOWorks, the visionary parent company behind better-for-you restaurant brands Saladworks, Frutta Bowls, Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh, The Simple Greek, Barberitos Southwestern Grille and Cantina, and Zoup! Eatery, proudly introduces its groundbreaking prototype, WOW Kitchens. This innovative ghost kitchen platform brings together select menu items from WOWorks' beloved fast casual brands and virtual concepts, offering a glimpse into the future of shared kitchen models. The first WOW Kitchens prototype will debut in San Francisco through a strategic partnership with a local franchisee.

Key Points: 
  • The first WOW Kitchens prototype will debut in San Francisco through a strategic partnership with a local franchisee.
  • The inaugural WOW Kitchens prototype will launch in San Francisco's dynamic SOMA neighborhood, near the financial district, in a Cloud Kitchen facility.
  • Cloud Kitchens and Kitchen United, renowned leaders in leasing and sharing kitchen spaces, will provide the ideal platform for hosting WOW Kitchens."
  • "WOW Kitchens represents an exciting prototype for franchisees seeking an efficient and cost-effective ghost kitchen model," said Roddy.

WOWorks Unveils Seven New Virtual Brands

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- WOWorks, the family of better-for-you restaurant brands, Saladworks, Frutta Bowls, Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh, The Simple Greek, Barberitos Southwestern Grille and Cantina, and Zoup! Eatery, proudly announces the launch of seven new virtual brands. Ranging from delectable sandwiches to irresistible acai bowls, these new online-only delivery and takeout concepts harness the power of WOWorks' strategic collaboration with Olo (NYSE: $OLO), a leading open SaaS platform that revolutionizes the restaurant industry's digital landscape.

Key Points: 
  • Eatery , proudly announces the launch of seven new virtual brands.
  • By introducing these innovative virtual brands, WOWorks opens fresh revenue streams for its franchisees, propelling growth.
  • Soup Works – A virtual brand of Saladworks, this virtual brand tantalizes taste buds with a wide variety of hearty and flavorful soups.
  • Stack'd Sandwiches – A virtual brand of Saladworks, this virtual brand boasts chef-inspired signature sandwiches and panini melts.

Zoup! Eatery Brings the Heat this Summer with Hot Honey Menu Items

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Zoup! Eatery, the nation's fastest-growing soup franchise, and part of WOWorks family of better-for-you restaurant brands, announced the addition of two new summer Limited-Time Only (LTOs) items to amp up the heat while keeping the menu sweet for guests to enjoy.

Key Points: 
  • Eatery , the nation's fastest-growing soup franchise, and part of WOWorks family of better-for-you restaurant brands, announced the addition of two new summer Limited-Time Only (LTOs) items to amp up the heat while keeping the menu sweet for guests to enjoy.
  • The new featured menu offerings are available now through September 5, 2023 at all Zoup!
  • Eatery locations and aim to offer guests with a reinvigorated menu filled with crave-worthy ingredients and exciting flavors .
  • The featured LTO items on the menu include:
    Hot Honey Crispy Chicken Salad: Lively greens, crispy chicken, cucumber, raw carrots, diced tomatos, shredded cheddar, roasted jalapeno ranch, and hot honey sauce.

WOWorks Better-For-You Restaurants Celebrates 2023 Tax Day with New Promotions

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023

ST. PETERSURG, Fla., April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This Tax Day, WOWorks, the family of better-for-you restaurant brands, Saladworks, Frutta Bowls, Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh, The Simple Greek, Barberitos Southwestern Grille and Cantina, and Zoup! Eatery, are coming together to offer special menu items for $7 and under to their loyalty members all day on Tax Day. All guests are able to access these promotions, and more, by downloading the brand's app prior to Tax Day.

Key Points: 
  • ST. PETERSURG, Fla., April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This Tax Day, WOWorks, the family of better-for-you restaurant brands, Saladworks , Frutta Bowls , Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh , The Simple Greek , Barberitos Southwestern Grille and Cantina , and Zoup!
  • Eatery , are coming together to offer special menu items for $7 and under to their loyalty members all day on Tax Day.
  • All guests are able to access these promotions, and more, by downloading the brand's app prior to Tax Day.
  • Frutta Bowls , the nation's fastest growing superfoods café, will 'toast' the end of tax season by offering any toast for $6.

WOWorks Partners with Tractor Beverage Company to Bring Guests Clean and Flavorful Refreshments in Time for Summer

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- WOWorks, the family of better-for-you restaurant brands, Saladworks, Frutta Bowls, Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh, The Simple Greek, Barberitos Southwestern Grille and Cantina, and Zoup! Eatery, announced its partnership with Tractor Beverage Company, the first and only certified organic, non-GMO full-line beverage solution for foodservice.

Key Points: 
  • Eatery , announced its partnership with Tractor Beverage Company , the first and only certified organic, non-GMO full-line beverage solution for foodservice.
  • In partnering with Tractor, WOWorks is providing drink options made from only real ingredients (the ones you can pronounce) that pair perfectly with its brand's "better-for-you" values.
  • Tractor proudly pours Certified Organic, Non-GMO beverages with no artificial ingredients, no phony colors and no mystery preservatives.
  • Tractor beverages are available at Saladworks , Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh , The Simple Greek , Barberitos Southwestern Grille and Cantina , and Zoup!

Zoup! Eatery Adds Even More Crave-Worthy Items to their Delectable Menu

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Monday, February 20, 2023

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Feb. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Zoup! Eatery, a WOWorks brand, and the nation's fastest-growing soup franchise, announced the addition of five new LTOs to their menu to provide comfort with a kick and expand on the popular buffalo flavor.

Key Points: 
  • Leading Fast-Casual Soup Franchise Expands their Popular Buffalo Flavor Across Many Menu Items, and their Comin' in Hot!
  • Eatery , a WOWorks brand, and the nation's fastest-growing soup franchise, announced the addition of five new LTOs to their menu to provide comfort with a kick and expand on the popular buffalo flavor.
  • The new featured menu offerings are available now through April 30th, 2023 at all Zoup!
  • Eatery locations and aim to provide guests with a reinvigorated menu filled with crave-worthy items.

WOWorks Partners with Olo, Streamlining Operations and Customer Experience

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --  WOWorks, the family of better-for-you restaurant brands, Saladworks, Frutta Bowls, Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh, The Simple Greek, Barberitos Southwestern Grille and Cantina, and Zoup! Eatery, announced its partnership with Olo (NYSE: $OLO) – a leading open SaaS platform for restaurants that enables hospitality at every guest touchpoint.

Key Points: 
  • In upgrading all six of its brands to the same Point of Sale and digital ordering and delivery program technology, WOWorks anticipates a more synchronized relationship between restaurants, consistency between brands, ease of day-to-day operations for franchisees, and improved guest experience.
  • Through this partnership, WOWorks expects to see an increase in third party and digital sales in 2023.
  • Olo Dispatch: offers delivery directly through each WOWorks restaurant brand's website and apps, allowing for the ownership of the relationship between brand and guest.
  • If you are interested in owning a WOWorks restaurant brand franchise, visit https://woworksusa.com/a-place-to-invest/ to learn more.

WOWorks Fast-Casual Restaurant Brands, Backed by Technology and Talent, Closes Out 2022 Primed for Continued Growth in the New Year

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- WOWorks, the holding company of better-for-you restaurant brands, Saladworks, Frutta Bowls, Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh, The Simple Greek, Barberitos Southwestern Grille and Cantina, and Zoup! Eatery, achieved strong growth in 2022 with multiple openings and franchise signings, plus the addition of Barberitos Southwestern Grille and Cantina and Zoup! Eatery to its growing portfolio. It's set up for continued success in 2023 with refreshed tech partnerships and new culinary and c-level executive hires to help lead the way.

Key Points: 
  • Eatery , achieved strong growth in 2022 with multiple openings and franchise signings, plus the addition of Barberitos Southwestern Grille and Cantina and Zoup!
  • It's set up for continued success in 2023 with refreshed tech partnerships and new culinary and c-level executive hires to help lead the way.
  • The WOWorks' expansion of its better-for-you restaurant concepts in 2022 included 14 openings (four Saladworks, two Frutta Bowls, one Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh, three Zoup!
  • If you are interested in owning a WOWorks restaurant brand franchise, visit https://woworksusa.com/a-place-to-invest/ to learn more.

Saladworks Partners with Kitchen United as Part of New Takeout Concept Expanding in Columbus, OH Area Kroger Locations

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Saladworks, the nation's leading fast-casual salad franchise and part of the WOWorks family of better-for-you restaurant brands, has announced their menu is now available for on-the-go meals, takeout, and delivery through two new Kitchen United Mix Food Hall locations in Columbus, Ohio. The two Mix Food Hall locations can be found inside neighborhood Kroger stores located at 300 Hamilton Rd., Gahanna, and 3417 N High St., Clintonville.

Key Points: 
  • The two Mix Food Hall locations can be found inside neighborhood Kroger stores located at 300 Hamilton Rd., Gahanna, and 3417 N High St., Clintonville.
  • Kitchen United's Mix Food Hall provides customers with a seamless takeout experience, offering a variety of restaurant brands and menu options including Saladworks.
  • Saladworks fits well into Mix Food Hall's concept by providing customers a variety of options while removing the need to compromise.
  • "As Saladworks continues to grow, we are excited to have our menu offered at Mix Food Hall locations in Columbus," said Lauriena Bornstein, Saladworks Chief Brand Officer.