Kahala Brands

TacoTime Introduces New Tostada Wrap for a Limited Time

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --TacoTime ( www.TacoTime.com ), known for serving freshly prepared, home-style Mexican fare, is offering a new option with the Tostada Wrap now available for a limited time in stores until January 24, 2023.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --TacoTime ( www.TacoTime.com ), known for serving freshly prepared, home-style Mexican fare, is offering a new option with the Tostada Wrap now available for a limited time in stores until January 24, 2023.
  • The Tostada Wrap features refried pinto beans, cheese sauce, seasoned beef, crispy tostada, lettuce, tomatoes, salsa and sour cream layered inside a flour tortilla.
  • "Our new tostada wrap brings together the crunch of a traditional tostada with layers of zesty ingredients wrapped up in a soft flour tortilla and is sure to keep TacoTime customers coming back for more!"
  • The Tostada Wrap is available at our participating US TacoTime locations, and excludes Western Washington, E. Wenatchee, Grant and Chelan counties.

Baja Fresh Introduces New Poblano and Mexi-Poblano Burritos

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Monday, October 10, 2022

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Oct. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Baja Fresh Mexican Grill® (www.BajaFresh.com), the fast-casual Mexican food chain, is introducing two new menu items this month featuring the rich flavor profile of poblano peppers. Additionally, the popular Chicken Tortilla Soup is returning to stores just in time for some cooler weather.

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  • The Poblano Burrito features roasted chile poblano, your choice of chicken or steak, mixed cheese, poblano sauce, avocado slices and pico de gallo wrapped in a flour tortilla.
  • "Baja Fresh already uses poblano peppers in many dishes, but our executive chef, Francisco "Chema" Castellanos, took these poblano burritos to the next level with his mouthwatering, creamy poblano sauce," said April Fogle, brand leader of Baja Fresh.
  • "Both burritos offer the fresh and flavorful Baja experience our customers keep coming back for!"
  • The new Poblano and Mexi-Poblano Burritos and returning Chicken Tortilla Soup will be available in Baja Fresh stores nationwide until January 9, 2023.

Boo Batter is Back at Cold Stone Creamery for October

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Friday, September 30, 2022

Our fan-favorite Cake Batter Ice Cream is getting extra spooky once again to become Boo Batter Ice Cream, which will be featured in the returning Treat or Treat Creation beginning on October 1.

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  • Our fan-favorite Cake Batter Ice Cream is getting extra spooky once again to become Boo Batter Ice Cream, which will be featured in the returning Treat or Treat Creation beginning on October 1.
  • The Treat or Treat Creationfeatures Boo Batter Ice Cream mixed with trick-or-treat favorites Halloween OREO Cookies, KIT KAT and M&M'S.
  • "We're shrieking with excitement to bring back our ever-popular Boo Batter Ice Cream this month," said Sara Schmillen, vice president of marketing for Kahala Brands, parent company of Cold Stone Creamery.
  • Cold Stone Creamery stores nationwide will offer Boo Batter this Halloween season through October 31.

Unity Rd.'s Chief Franchise Officer to Present at 2022 Springboard Event

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Thursday, September 22, 2022

PHOENIX, Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Unity Rd., the leading national cannabis dispensary franchise in the U.S., announced today that it will be representing the cannabis space at the 2022 Springboard Event during a panel discussion on mergers and acquisitions.

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  • , the leading national cannabis dispensary franchise in the U.S., announced today that it will be representing the cannabis space at the 2022 Springboard Event during a panel discussion on mergers and acquisitions.
  • ET, the company's Chief Franchise Officer Mike Weinberger will join panelists to discuss how to facilitate and navigate strategic partnerships that lead to successful mergers and acquisitions.
  • With his professional experience focused on growing emerging concepts into nationally recognized brands, his skillset brings tremendous value to Springboard attendees
    Springboard is a three-day event uniquely geared toward emerging franchise brands.
  • Attendees will learn from experienced franchise leaders about best industry practices to successfully cultivate and grow franchise systems, in addition to vital topics impacting the franchise industry.

Planet Smoothie Introduces Three New Smoothies Made with Avocado

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Tuesday, September 6, 2022

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Planet Smoothie is now offering three new creamy avocado smoothies as part of their menu: Avo-Loco, Pia Paradise and Nutty Avocado.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Planet Smoothie is now offering three new creamy avocado smoothies as part of their menu: Avo-Loco, Pia Paradise and Nutty Avocado.
  • Refreshing and flavorful, but also rich in healthy fats and essential nutrients, the new avocado smoothies are available in all Planet Smoothie stores for a limited time beginningSeptember 6.
  • "By adding avocado, we are incorporating a natural source of iron and potassium to our new smoothies," said Nicole Butcher, Director of Marketing at Kahala Brands, parent company of Planet Smoothie.
  • Planet Smoothie, intent on redefining the smoothie category, is among the country's top smoothie concepts.

Planet Smoothie Supports Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation During National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

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Thursday, September 1, 2022

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Planet Smoothie® (www.PlanetSmoothie.com) is partnering with Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation during National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Throughout the month of September, when customers purchase a Lunar Lemonade smoothie (20oz or larger) at any Planet Smoothie location or online at planetsmoothie.com, Planet Smoothie will be donating $1 to Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation. Additionally, guests may choose to support the cause by making a monetary donation during checkout.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Planet Smoothie ( www.PlanetSmoothie.com ) is partnering with Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation during National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
  • Throughout the month of September, when customers purchase a Lunar Lemonade smoothie (20oz or larger) at any Planet Smoothie location or online at planetsmoothie.com, Planet Smoothie will be donating $1 to Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation.
  • "Planet Smoothie is honored to become one of Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation corporate partners" said Nicole Butcher, director of marketing for Kahala Brands, parent company of Planet Smoothie.
  • "We are so grateful to Planet Smoothie for supporting our core mission during National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and beyond," said Liz Scott, Alex's mom and Co-Executive Director of Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation.

Cozy Up with Fall-Inspired Flavors and Creations at Cold Stone Creamery

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Wednesday, August 31, 2022

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Delight in new and returning fall-themed flavors and Creations this autumn at Cold Stone Creamery ( www.ColdStoneCreamery.com ).

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Delight in new and returning fall-themed flavors and Creations this autumn at Cold Stone Creamery ( www.ColdStoneCreamery.com ).
  • Beginning August 31, new Brown Sugar Ice Cream and returning favorite Pumpkin Bread Batter Ice Cream will be available in stores nationwide.
  • The fall-inspired ice cream flavors, Creations and pie will be available for a limited time until November 29.
  • The fall-inspired ice cream flavors, Creations and pie will be available for a limited time until November 29.

Baja Fresh Rolls Out Permanent Plant-Based Menu Additions

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Wednesday, August 31, 2022

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of the initial launch last July, Baja Fresh Mexican Grill® (www.BajaFresh.com), the fast-casual Mexican food chain, is adding Impossible™ Meat Made From Plants to its permanent menu. The current lineup of Impossible™ dishes will continue to be available in stores nationwide. Additionally, guests will now be able to select Impossible meat as the protein on almost any menu item, offering guests familiar, craveable taste and texture to ground beef.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of the initial launch last July, Baja Fresh Mexican Grill ( www.BajaFresh.com ), the fast-casual Mexican food chain, is adding Impossible Meat Made From Plants to its permanent menu.
  • Guests will now be able to select Impossible meat as the protein on almost any menu item at Baja Fresh.
  • "When we added Impossible meat to our menus last year the positive feedback from our customers was overwhelming, so we are thrilled to announce it has been added to our permanent menu," said April Fogle, brand leader of Baja Fresh.
  • Baja Fresh has been an industry leader in serving fresh, traditional fire-grilled Mexican food for over 30 years.

sweetFrog Hops into Fall with New Caramel Apple Pie Swirl

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Wednesday, August 31, 2022

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Feast your "pies" on this: sweetFrog ( www.sweetFrog.com ), the premium frozen yogurt brand, is offering Caramel Apple Pie as a delightful new combination of Apple Pie and Dulche de Leche frozen yogurts.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Feast your "pies" on this: sweetFrog ( www.sweetFrog.com ), the premium frozen yogurt brand, is offering Caramel Apple Pie as a delightful new combination of Apple Pie and Dulche de Leche frozen yogurts.
  • Caramel Apple Pie will be available at participating sweetFrog stores for a limited time until November 1.
  • Try toppingyour Caramel Apple Pie swirl withcaramel sauce and chocolate chips for a sweet treat reminiscent of apple picking in Autumn.
  • "Our new Caramel Apple Pie swirl evokes all the nostalgia of the fall season in dessert form!"

Planet Smoothie Opens in the Land Down Under with Plans to Expand

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Monday, August 22, 2022

Kahala Brands, the franchisor and owner of the Planet Smoothie brand, has collaborated with Smoothie Group Pty.

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  • Kahala Brands, the franchisor and owner of the Planet Smoothie brand, has collaborated with Smoothie Group Pty.
  • Planet Smoothie fills the need of Australian consumers looking for a broader range of options and a high level of customer service.
  • The opportunity to bring a new player into the Australia Smoothie market was evident and the perfect match was Planet Smoothie."
  • Ltd. and Kahala Brands will work together to expand the Planet Smoothie brand with plans to open multiple locations within the next five years.