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Bruster’s Real Ice Cream ‘Popped Off’ in 2020, Yet Carefully Vets ‘Zees
April 29, 2021
Is Bruster’s Real Ice Cream “pandemic-proof”? The phrase has mostly described concepts in the “essential” business categories such as repair, restoration and home services. But last year, 113 out of about 200 Bruster’s franchise stores set record all-time highs in revenue, up 17 percent in same-store sales.
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The Great PTL Ice Cream Debate
April 20, 2021
Thank you to Bruster’s Ice Cream for helping us with some sweet treats for this round of The Great PTL Ice Cream Debate!
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Menu Tracker: New items from Chipotle Mexican Grill, Taco Bell and Logan’s Roadhouse
March 12, 2021
Caramel Coconut Cookie ice cream: Coconut ice cream with a caramel ribbon, vanilla wafer pieces, coconut flakes and chocolate flakes, $3.38-$7.87 depending on size and location.
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From Shake Shack to Chipotle: 24 female execs on leading in 2021
March 8, 2021
It’s International Women’s Day — March 8 — and FastCasual is celebrating by bringing you the stories of 24 female executives leading the limited-service industry. Part 2, which publishes Tuesday, features 12 leaders, while Part 1 includes interviews with the following 12:
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RESTAURANT CHAINS GO ALL-IN ON LOYALTY
March 5, 2021
Restaurant chains are giving more stuff to their customers than ever before so they can get their data. Several different restaurant chains, including giants McDonald’s and Burger King, are currently testing loyalty programs in the U.S., and a number of others—including the aforementioned chains’ rival, Wendy’s—recently debuted their programs.
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America’s Best Loyalty Programs 2021
February 16, 2021
We shoppers all have our favorite stores or websites, and it’s satisfying when the places we’re loyal to, are loyal to us in return. A birthday present from Sephora? I’m not going to say no.
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Menu Tracker: New items from Red Lobster, Jimmy John’s and P.F. Chang’s
February 5, 2021
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and some chains, such as Baskin-Robbins and Krispy Kreme, are betting that, 10 months into the pandemic, some heart-shaped treats are in order. Bruster’s Real Ice Cream is being more subtle — its seasonal treats both have a splash of red — while Voodoo Doughnut’s monthly special is blue for […]
Learn More Bruster’s Real Ice Cream Introduces New Festive Treats
December 10, 2020
The holiday season has arrived and Bruster’s is ready with its festive December limited time offers:
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Menu Tracker: New items from Bonefish Grill, White Castle and Blaze Pizza
December 10, 2020
Bruster’s Real Ice Cream
Learn More Autumn is on the menu at diners, cafes, pricey restaurants
October 8, 2020
Flavors of fall are appearing on menus as thoughts turn to apples, pumpkins, pears, squashes and comfort foods. Here’s a sampling of places where you can find your fall favorites at any time of the day.
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Autumn is on the menu at diners, cafes, pricey restaurants
October 8, 2020
Flavors of fall are appearing on menus as thoughts turn to apples, pumpkins, pears, squashes and comfort foods. Here’s a sampling of places where you can find your fall favorites at any time of the day.
Learn More Convenience, Ice Cream’s Appeal Drive Bruster’s Growth
September 16, 2020
The Great Recession and its aftermath weren’t kind to Bruster’s Real Ice Cream as sales declines and stores closures hit the franchise. Adjustments the company made in subsequent years, however, began yielding sales and unit growth, and in 2019 Bruster’s hit nearly $80 million in systemwide sales, surpassing its pre-recession performance.
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Google Trends Show Comfort Food Has Dominated COVID-19 Diets
August 31, 2020
After learning the news that swimsuit season was going to be postponed (or canceled) for many this year, people decided to drop the salads and make cookie dough, according to a year-over-year comparison of key food search terms through Google Trends.
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WHY 2021 COULD BE A HUGE YEAR FOR RESTAURANT FRANCHISING
August 30, 2020
High unemployment, low rent and cheap financing could make it a big year for franchise sales. But there are risks for both the franchisor and the operators.
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AT BRUSTER’S, PANDEMIC DEMAND FOR ICE CREAM IS REAL
August 28, 2020
The chain has seen record same-store sales and unit volumes coming out of quarantine, as demand for treats soars. Jim Sahene didn’t know what to expect when dining rooms were closed across the country back in March because of the coronavirus pandemic, but it certainly wasn’t record unit volumes at Bruster’s Real Ice Cream.
Learn More Ice cream season has got off to a rocky start
April 15, 2020
A big bucket of cold water has been thrown over the start of ice cream season. While many national ice cream chains, which are usually open year-round, have remained open, the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted locally owned shops. The mom-and-pop ones have either been forced to change their business model or have not been able […]
Learn More How to Keep Things Normal for Kids When Nothing Is Normal
April 3, 2020
Birthday parties, Easter egg hunts and fun activities are still able to happen, even in the midst of a pandemic, with a little creativity.
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Bruster’s Completes 10 New Store Agreements
February 13, 2020
INDUSTRY NEWS – FEBRUARY 13, 2020 – After reveling in 30 years of business in 2019, Bruster’s Real Ice Cream is still celebrating as the company announced the completion of 10 new store agreements. With six stores expected to open in California, and four in Florida, Bruster’s is well on its way to expanding its […]
Learn More Menu Tracker: New items from McDonald’s, Wendy’s and Applebee’s
February 5, 2020
Bret Thorn Feb 05, 2020 Bruster’s Real Ice Cream – Chocolate Covered Cherry Ice Cream: Chocolate ice cream with maraschino cherries, chocolate fudge ribbons and cherry cordial swirl, $3.36-$7.81 depending on size and location
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Bruster’s Real Ice Cream opens on RM 620
January 21, 2020
Bruster’s Real Ice Cream opened its fifth Texas location Jan. 8 at 3303 N. RM 620, Austin. The ice cream shop serves sundaes, cakes, shakes and more and will feature a deck and an outdoor seating area.
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Bruster’s Real Ice Cream ‘Popped Off’ in 2020, Yet Carefully Vets ‘Zees
April 29, 2021
Is Bruster’s Real Ice Cream “pandemic-proof”? The phrase has mostly described concepts in the “essential” business categories such as repair, restoration and home services. But last year, 113 out of about 200 Bruster’s franchise stores set record all-time highs in revenue, up 17 percent in same-store sales.
Learn MoreThe Great PTL Ice Cream Debate
April 20, 2021
Thank you to Bruster’s Ice Cream for helping us with some sweet treats for this round of The Great PTL Ice Cream Debate!
Learn MoreMenu Tracker: New items from Chipotle Mexican Grill, Taco Bell and Logan’s Roadhouse
March 12, 2021
Caramel Coconut Cookie ice cream: Coconut ice cream with a caramel ribbon, vanilla wafer pieces, coconut flakes and chocolate flakes, $3.38-$7.87 depending on size and location.
Learn MoreFrom Shake Shack to Chipotle: 24 female execs on leading in 2021
March 8, 2021
It’s International Women’s Day — March 8 — and FastCasual is celebrating by bringing you the stories of 24 female executives leading the limited-service industry. Part 2, which publishes Tuesday, features 12 leaders, while Part 1 includes interviews with the following 12:
Learn MoreRESTAURANT CHAINS GO ALL-IN ON LOYALTY
March 5, 2021
Restaurant chains are giving more stuff to their customers than ever before so they can get their data. Several different restaurant chains, including giants McDonald’s and Burger King, are currently testing loyalty programs in the U.S., and a number of others—including the aforementioned chains’ rival, Wendy’s—recently debuted their programs.
Learn MoreAmerica’s Best Loyalty Programs 2021
February 16, 2021
We shoppers all have our favorite stores or websites, and it’s satisfying when the places we’re loyal to, are loyal to us in return. A birthday present from Sephora? I’m not going to say no.
Learn MoreMenu Tracker: New items from Red Lobster, Jimmy John’s and P.F. Chang’s
February 5, 2021
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and some chains, such as Baskin-Robbins and Krispy Kreme, are betting that, 10 months into the pandemic, some heart-shaped treats are in order. Bruster’s Real Ice Cream is being more subtle — its seasonal treats both have a splash of red — while Voodoo Doughnut’s monthly special is blue for […]
Learn MoreBruster’s Real Ice Cream Introduces New Festive Treats
December 10, 2020
The holiday season has arrived and Bruster’s is ready with its festive December limited time offers:
Learn MoreMenu Tracker: New items from Bonefish Grill, White Castle and Blaze Pizza
December 10, 2020
Bruster’s Real Ice Cream
Learn MoreAutumn is on the menu at diners, cafes, pricey restaurants
October 8, 2020
Flavors of fall are appearing on menus as thoughts turn to apples, pumpkins, pears, squashes and comfort foods. Here’s a sampling of places where you can find your fall favorites at any time of the day.
Learn MoreAutumn is on the menu at diners, cafes, pricey restaurants
October 8, 2020
Flavors of fall are appearing on menus as thoughts turn to apples, pumpkins, pears, squashes and comfort foods. Here’s a sampling of places where you can find your fall favorites at any time of the day.
Learn MoreConvenience, Ice Cream’s Appeal Drive Bruster’s Growth
September 16, 2020
The Great Recession and its aftermath weren’t kind to Bruster’s Real Ice Cream as sales declines and stores closures hit the franchise. Adjustments the company made in subsequent years, however, began yielding sales and unit growth, and in 2019 Bruster’s hit nearly $80 million in systemwide sales, surpassing its pre-recession performance.
Learn MoreGoogle Trends Show Comfort Food Has Dominated COVID-19 Diets
August 31, 2020
After learning the news that swimsuit season was going to be postponed (or canceled) for many this year, people decided to drop the salads and make cookie dough, according to a year-over-year comparison of key food search terms through Google Trends.
Learn MoreWHY 2021 COULD BE A HUGE YEAR FOR RESTAURANT FRANCHISING
August 30, 2020
High unemployment, low rent and cheap financing could make it a big year for franchise sales. But there are risks for both the franchisor and the operators.
Learn MoreAT BRUSTER’S, PANDEMIC DEMAND FOR ICE CREAM IS REAL
August 28, 2020
The chain has seen record same-store sales and unit volumes coming out of quarantine, as demand for treats soars. Jim Sahene didn’t know what to expect when dining rooms were closed across the country back in March because of the coronavirus pandemic, but it certainly wasn’t record unit volumes at Bruster’s Real Ice Cream.
Learn MoreIce cream season has got off to a rocky start
April 15, 2020
A big bucket of cold water has been thrown over the start of ice cream season. While many national ice cream chains, which are usually open year-round, have remained open, the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted locally owned shops. The mom-and-pop ones have either been forced to change their business model or have not been able […]
Learn MoreHow to Keep Things Normal for Kids When Nothing Is Normal
April 3, 2020
Birthday parties, Easter egg hunts and fun activities are still able to happen, even in the midst of a pandemic, with a little creativity.
Learn MoreBruster’s Completes 10 New Store Agreements
February 13, 2020
INDUSTRY NEWS – FEBRUARY 13, 2020 – After reveling in 30 years of business in 2019, Bruster’s Real Ice Cream is still celebrating as the company announced the completion of 10 new store agreements. With six stores expected to open in California, and four in Florida, Bruster’s is well on its way to expanding its […]
Learn MoreMenu Tracker: New items from McDonald’s, Wendy’s and Applebee’s
February 5, 2020
Bret Thorn Feb 05, 2020 Bruster’s Real Ice Cream – Chocolate Covered Cherry Ice Cream: Chocolate ice cream with maraschino cherries, chocolate fudge ribbons and cherry cordial swirl, $3.36-$7.81 depending on size and location
Learn MoreBruster’s Real Ice Cream opens on RM 620
January 21, 2020
Bruster’s Real Ice Cream opened its fifth Texas location Jan. 8 at 3303 N. RM 620, Austin. The ice cream shop serves sundaes, cakes, shakes and more and will feature a deck and an outdoor seating area.
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