Category: Company News

  • Lidl crowned most popular supermarket bakery, selling 122 croissants every minute

    Lidl is now the most popular bakery in the UK according to Kantar data which shows the supermarket has the biggest bakery market share in the country, beating rivals such as Tesco and Sainsburys. The accolade also comes hot on the heels of the supermarket being crowned as the British Bakery Retailer of the Year…

  • Lidl is winning due to differentiation, not just cost

    Lidl continues to grow well ahead of the market, with sales up 9% versus last year, according to Kantar data to March 2024. At 7.8%, the discounter’s market share is not far behind Morrisons. Is this just about Lidl building more new stores than the competition? That is part of the reason – but this begs another…

  • Cost to Open an Olive Garden Franchise

    Olive Garden is a casual Italian American restaurant that generated $3.59 billion in revenue last year. They’re a family friendly place that’s known for their breadsticks and unlimited salads at lunch. For 40 years, Olive Garden has become a name that’s not only known in the United States but also around the world since they’ve…

  • Cook Out Franchise Opportunity with Star Brands Consulting Group: Savor the Taste of Success

    Cook Out is a beloved fast-food chain known for its delicious burgers, fresh shakes, and a diverse menu that emphasizes quality ingredients and affordability. Founded in 1989 in Greensboro, North Carolina, Cook Out has rapidly expanded, primarily across the Southeastern United States, with a growing fan base that appreciates its commitment to providing great food…

  • Hilton Hotels & Resorts Franchise Costs, Fees & FDD

    Year Business Began: 1962 Franchising Since: 1965 Headquarters: McLean, Virginia Estimated Number of Units: 605 (about 7,165 total across all Hilton Worldwide brands) Franchise Description: Hilton Franchise Holding LLC is the franchisor. The ultimate corporate parent is Hilton Worldwide Holdings, Inc. (formerly, Hilton Hotels Corporation). The company owns, manages or franchises a portfolio of brands,…

  • Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express franchise

    Holiday Inn is a popular midscale, full-service hotel chain with over 1,500 hotels open or in development worldwide. Holiday Inn Express is an offshoot brand of smaller, limited service hotels that cater to guests seeking value and efficiency, with around 3,600 hotels open or in pipeline across the globe. More about the cost of owning…

  • Costa Coffee Franchise Opportunity

    Costa operates 2,000 coffee shops in the UK alone. It has been voted the nation’s favourite coffee shop for eight years running, according to Allegra Insight’s independent customer panel. For the last 40 years it has provided hot beverages and an ever-expanding menu to the British public. In 1978 Costa’s first coffee shop opened in London by…

  • Chili’s Franchise Costs, Fees & FDD

    Chili’s is a recognizable brand loved by people around the globe. Noted for its Baby-Back-Ribs and other foods, Chili’s serves over 1 million people every day. Over 315 locations in 35 states, in addition to international sites in dozens of countries, exist bringing that mouthwatering southwest Texas flavor to everyone. Chili’s is not only a…

  • How to Franchise Your Restaurant

    Picture this scene: The dining room is full every night. Revenues keep rising, and you’re getting great reviews in the local media. It’s gotten to the point where your host or hostess needs to recommend calling ahead when walk-ins arrive and learn about the hour-long wait. Your restaurant is finally reaching the pinnacle of success…

  • Tata Starbucks Opens Doors To Its First Store In Varanasi

    As TATA Starbucks continues to expand its presence in India and driven by a commitment to bring forth an unparalleled coffee experience to consumers, the company announced its first store in the historic city of Varanasi. Opening earlier in the past week and receiving a colossal welcome from consumers in the first few hours, the…