May 23, 2013

Auntie Anne's

Scotsman Recognized as Auntie Anne's Supplier of the Year
Satisfaction Up Among Foodservice Franchisees
The Main Event
April 2013

Hosting events can bring new customers to the table, increase revenue, and enhance branding efforts.
Auntie Anne's Twists Its Way Into 25th Country

Auntie Anne’s Pretzels the 1,330-unit franchise made famous by its fresh, hand-rolled treats, entered its 25th country earlier this year after opening a milestone unit in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

The opening signifies the execution of a master franchise agreement...

Auntie Anne’s and Carvel Select Micros POS System

MICROS Systems Inc., a leading provider of information technology solutions for the hospitality and retail industries, is pleased to announce that Carvel Ice Cream, franchisor and operator of over 450 food and beverage outlets worldwide, has selected the MICROS e7 all-in-one point-of-sale (POS)...

Auntie Anne’s ‘Rolls’ Out First Whole Grain Pretzel

Just in time for Heart Health Month (February), Auntie Anne's Pretzels is responding to Americans’ craving for more whole grains by introducing a new hand-rolled soft pretzel to its already deep rotation of gourmet freshly-baked favorites. Today, the 1,325-unit chain will launch the...

HMSHost Opens Steak 'n Shake, Cinnabon in San Antonio

Global restaurateur HMSHost and Chef Johnny Hernandez are proud to announce a new joint venture at San Antonio International Airport that will take travelers on a culinary journey.

HMSHost was awarded an eight-year agreement with San Antonio International Airport to operate five new...

Cause and Effect
December 2012

Everyone in a company has a cause that’s close to his or her heart, but it’s the CEO’s job to select a charitable partner that connects with those who matter most—the customers—while balancing employees’ interests.

The Ultimate Staff Reward

Any seasoned brand, operator, or human-resources expert will tell you that rewarding your employees can bring about a host of positive results, from improved employee morale to better customer service.

But pretzel chain Auntie Anne’s is taking employee incentives to a new level,...

The Problem with China

Last year, you could find a dozen Auntie Anne’s pretzel stores in China. This year, you won’t find any.

After wading through one of the world’s biggest bureaucracies, all the while facing fierce competition and various cultural barriers, Wen-Szu Lin and his business...

Auntie Anne's Gives Guests a Taste and More

Sampling its fresh-baked pretzels is nothing new for 24-year-old Auntie Anne’s, but the brand is giving its traditional marketing effort a little extra kick this time around.

Every Saturday through November 10, Auntie Anne’s is hosting system-wide Sampling Saturdays. Not only...

No Fan of Soda Ban

New York City has been a trendsetter in health regulations the last few years, from its ban on trans fats to its restrictions on sodium. But many in the foodservice industry are hoping that the sugary beverage ban scheduled to take effect in March remains a New York specialty only.

Auntie Anne's Plays Games for Cancer Research

Auntie Anne's franchise partners, crewmembers, and corporate associates are rallying behind Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation in an effort to fight childhood cancer with nationwide efforts that launch this month.

The company will be asking guests to “join in the fight...

QSR 50 Contenders
August 2012

Want to know which 15 brands are knocking on the QSR 50's door? Some are old favorites, others are new to the list, but they're all trying their hardest to climb their way into the Top 50 ranks.

51 McAlister’s Deli rank last year: 52...

Auntie Anne's, Coca-Cola Team Up for Mobile Ad Campaign

Auntie Anne’s Pretzels, the world’s largest soft pretzel franchise, is partnering with The Coca-Cola Company, Millennial Media, and Sparkfly Inc to pilot a mobile advertising campaign that will offer consumers a mobile deal that can be measured and tracked seamlessly through the...

Auntie Anne’s Recognizes Hobart as Outstanding Supplier

Pretzel franchisor Auntie Anne’s Inc. recently recognized Hobart as Outstanding Supplier of the Year for its demonstration of superior customer service and product quality. Hobart supplies the HL200 20-quart Legacy Mixer for all of Auntie Anne’s retail locations worldwide. ...

Moe’s, FOCUS Brands to Explore Nontraditional Venues

Move over, Main Street. Moe’s Southwest Grill and sister FOCUS Brands concepts—including Auntie Anne’s, Cinnabon, and Carvel Ice Cream—are taking the path less traveled with a strategic growth plan that involves building units in nontraditional venues like train stations...

Boar's Head Cafe Newest Arrival for Pittsburgh Airport

Airmall USA, an airport concessions developer and operator of the Airmall at Pittsburgh International Airport, has opened the Boar's Head Cafe, a 2,600-plus square foot restaurant located on the Transit Level of the Landside Terminal.

Auntie Anne’s Expands its Non-Traditional Venues

Auntie Anne’s has expanded its non-traditional venue lineup to include military bases with the opening of a location at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas.

The new unit, which opened mid-April at Freedom Crossing at Fort Bliss, marks a significant milestone for the iconic soft pretzel...

Focus Brands Appoints SVP of Business Development

FOCUS Brands announced today it has named Chad Scales as senior vice president of business development. In this newly created role, Chad’s primary responsibility will be to develop new lines of business, including product creation, manufacture, and sales for...

Auntie Anne’s Ready for Free Pretzel Day on March 3

On Saturday, March 3, 2012, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Auntie Anne’s Pretzels will host its largest sampling event of the year: Free Pretzel Day. 

With no strings attached, all Auntie Anne’s stores nationwide will offer one free...

Auntie Anne’s Challenges Fans in First-Ever Recipe Contest

Ladies and gentlemen, start your ovens! Auntie Anne's, the iconic brand known for its fresh, hand-rolled treats, is encouraging its fans to let their inner bakers shine this winter via the new...

Auntie Anne’s Now Testing Whole Grain Pretzels

Auntie Anne’s, the franchise known best for its fresh, convenient, hand-rolled treats, began testing new whole grain pretzel products Jan. 8, 2012, in select markets across the U.S. as part of a mission to better appeal to guests looking to consume...