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The poke fast-casual food market has been gaining interest post-pandemic not only for its healthy, on-the-go food offerings but for franchisees looking to move from traditional concepts to more manageable and profitable pathways given today’s ongoing supply chain and labor issues.
chicago-based aloha Poke co. is leading the poke concept pack for the brand’s responsibly sourced menu and simple, efficient operations. as the american mindset toward health and wellness continues to accelerate and fold into their daily lives, fast-casual eating is still a part of families’ weekly dining schedules. The difference is the stronger focus on eating healthy and re-thinking how people fuel their bodies with what they consume. From a franchise opportunity perspective, aloha Poke co. is gaining traction and interest from new and veteran multifranchise owners. The brand’s continued commitment to FDD transparency, sustainable food sourcing practices, and its franchise development support program features simple back-of-house operations, low food and labor cost requirements, and a stable distribution network despite recent supply chain issues. What started as a food hall location in downtown chicago has grown to nearly 20 open locations in illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Texas, Florida, georgia, and Washington, D.c., and another 15-locations opening soon across the nation, aloha Poke co. continues to entice franchise restaurant investors who are drawn to the brand’s attractive initial capital requirements, unit economics, and appealing sales-to-investment figures. To learn more about Aloha Poke Co. Franchise opportunities, visit https://alohapokefranchising.com.
Petnmind Natural Nutrition, Supplies, & Hygiene Set to Open First Franchise Location in South Florida
petNmind Natural Nutrition, Supplies, & Hygiene, a one-stop-shop for holistic pet nutrition and care, is opening their first franchise location in South Florida in August. created by adrian archie in Parkland, Florida, the store’s open concept allows customers to shop with their pet and provides easy access to the self-serve dog washing facility. archie is the first african american to launch and sell franchises in the pet industry, which is currently valued at over $21 billion.
since 2016, the holistic, natural pet food store has focused on quality and nutrition as a healthier alternative to the items found on the shelves of big-box retailers, with an emphasis on finding nutritional solutions to a range of issues often created by dietary deficiencies. holistic dog and cat foods, supplements, pet supplies, self-serve dog wash, subscription hygiene services and delivery are some of the products and services that franchisee, Brandon Felton, plans to bring to the new location. Unlike a box store, where someone may point you in the right direction, petnmind spends time with customers. They ask a series of questions to gather information about the pet. With this information, they empower the customer to make the best decisions for their pet from a nutritional perspective. The new location is in Downtown Fort Lauderdale at 736 nE 3rd ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL. For more information, please visit: http://www.petnmind.com
Historic Claudia Sanders Dinner House Up For Sale
The restaurant previously owned and run by kentucky’s own colonel Sanders, is for sale along with trademark and memorabilia
Claudia Sanders Dinner House, the restaurant Colonel Sanders created for his beloved wife located in Shelbyville, Ky. is for sale, along with the trademark and likeness of the Claudia Sanders name.
The sale not only includes the restaurant and property, which additionally houses the former primary residence of the sanders for more than 25 years, but also memorabilia from the sanders family, including colonel sanders’ original Kentucky colonel certificate, a happy Birthday letter from President nixon to colonel sanders, colonel sanders’ Bible, money clip, wristwatch, and many more historical items. The estate sale is being handled by six Degrees real Estate.
after their years in corbin, the colonel and claudia moved to this property and opened claudia sanders Dinner house, which also served as the first KFc headquarters. Known for its famous yeast rolls, creamed spinach, pies, and southern comfort cooking, claudia sanders Dinner house has been a staple of the shelbyville community since its grand opening in 1959 and has built a legacy of its own in the heart of Kentucky, with visitors traveling from all over the world to visit. “The restaurant has only been owned by the sanders and their close friends, the settles. The settles are now committed to finding the next caretaker of this historic brand that will not only fight to maintain its legacy, employees, and staple dishes here in this community, but potentially expand the claudia sanders brand nationwide,” says Morgan hancock, another family representative and listing agent. The physical property includes 3.01 acres of commercially zoned real estate, the two structures including a 5,000 square foot residence belonging to colonel and claudia sanders from 1959 to 1984, named Blackwood hall, and an almost 25,000 square foot restaurant and banquet hall. For more information about the sale, go to www.kcrea.com/listing/30805892
Beans & Brews Coffeehouse Looks to Expand Through Exciting Franchising Opportunity
Beans & Brews Coffeehouse, a Utahbased coffee franchise that is known as the Home of High-Altitude roasting®, is looking to expand their footprint to new communities across the United States through its franchise opportunity. Founded in salt Lake city in 1993, Beans & Brews coffeehouse has become a Utah staple due its high-altitude roasted coffee, community connection and menu composed of delicious, healthy options. Every Beans & Brews cup of coffee is brewed using beans that were roasted at 4,400 feet above sea level, resulting in a smooth intensity with reduced acidity that is unmatched from coffees roasted at lower altitudes.
in addition to its high-quality coffee, Beans & Brews coffeehouse offers a full menu crafted from the finest ingredients, which includes teas, sodas, frozen drinks and more. The brand is also very passionate about supporting its community through charitable giving and makes donations to different local organizations and nonprofits. Franchising since 2004, Beans & Brews coffeehouse has 68 locations open across 4 states and has 20 locations in development. With a goal of awarding 30 licenses by the end of 2022, the brand is actively seeking single and multi-unit franchise partners who have a passion for a quality cup of coffee, guest satisfaction and engagement with their community. including the franchise fee, the initial investment for a Beans & Brews coffeehouse location ranges from $400,000 to $650,000. For more information about Beans & Brews Coffeehouse, please visit www.beansandbrewsfranchising.com
