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Yahoo
23-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Legacy Brands International buys Brix Holding Company
Legacy Brands International, an investment group led by Amol Kohli, has acquired US-based multi-brand franchiser, the Brix Holding Company. Financial details of the deal have not been divulged by the companies. The acquisition includes the purchase of restaurant brands such as Friendly's, Clean Juice, Orange Leaf, Red Mango and and Humble Donut Co. Brix will continue to operate from its Dallas headquarters, with Sherif Mityas remaining in his role as CEO alongside the current leadership team. Kohli will assume the position of chairman of the board for Brix while overseeing his Friendly's franchises. Kohli is expected to direct Brix's efforts towards both organic and inorganic growth strategies for its portfolio of health-oriented brands, as well as explore opportunities for further acquisitions. Kohli's franchise experience, which began with Friendly's in 2009, includes the management of more than 30 locations on the East Coast. He plans to expand the Friendly's brand into targeted regions such as Georgia, the Carolinas and Texas. Kohli stated: 'Friendly's has been a part of my life since I was 15. I started as a breakfast table waiter, which evolved into owning, managing, developing and overseeing several locations over the last 16 years. 'This was only made possible due to the everlasting support of my family, loyal team, partners and faith. I have been able to create something special for all to enjoy. 'I plan to take that to the next level in this new chapter of BRIX Holdings' ownership to grow the size, scale and infrastructure for all our franchise networks and systems.' In the first half of 2025, BRIX brands have opened several new locations, with more in construction and planned. The company reported positive same-store sales in 2024 and is maintaining growth momentum as it enters the second half of 2025.. Eight new franchise agreements have been secured in 2025, with additional agreements under review. BRIX CEO Sherif Mityas stated: 'I'm confident in our partnership as we continue to grow the BRIX family of brands with a team who believes in the company, our strategy and our path forward to support existing and new franchisees across our portfolio.' "Legacy Brands International buys Brix Holding Company" was originally created and published by Verdict Food Service, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
CBS News
18-07-2025
- Business
- CBS News
National Ice Cream Day means free scoops and more deals in Massachusetts
Sunday, July 20 is National Ice Cream Day, and there are free scoops and other ice cream deals to be found in Massachusetts. Below we've rounded up a list of offers available to ice cream lovers in the Boston area. Looking to support a small business on National Ice Cream Day? Check out this list of local favorites, as chosen by WBZ-TV viewers. Friendly's is celebrating its 90th birthday and National Ice Cream Day this weekend. Fan Club Rewards members can get a free cone or dish of Friendly's signature ice cream on Sunday. If you're not a member, you can still get a single scoop in a cone or dish for just 90 cents. Stop & Shop is giving away a free 1.5-quart container of its store brand ice cream to rewards customers who check in at "Savings Station" kiosks in the supermarket between Friday and Sunday. A digital coupon for a free tub of ice cream will appear in their rewards account. Flavors include vanilla, chocolate, cookies & cream, strawberry, moose tracks, chocolate chip and Neapolitan. Dunkin' does not serve up scoops, but the coffee chain is offering 3X points for rewards members on frozen beverages for National Ice Cream Day. Dairy Queen is offering rewards members a free Dilly Bar with any order of $1 of more from July 14 to July 20. Van Leeuwen, a gourmet chain out of New York that recently expanded to the Boston area, is serving up $3 single scoops of its signature honeycomb flavor from noon to 2 p.m. on Sunday. Baskin-Robbins rewards members can get $5 off all orders of $20 or more online or in-store from July 20 to July 26. Insomnia Cookies is offering a free scoop of ice cream on Sunday with any $5 purchase. Petco isn't leaving the dogs out on National Ice Cream Day. The chain is giving out "free doggie ice cream" that's safe for pups to eat on Sunday at participating locations. Some local ice cream stands are also doing something special on Sunday. Pizzi Farm in Waltham is celebrating National Ice Cream Day while also supporting a good cause. The shop is collecting school supplies for the Salvation Army's "Tools for Schools" program from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday. The first 100 people to bring school supplies to donate will get a free ice cream. Foleys Ice Cream Shoppe in Braintree says it will be serving up a "special sundae" and also holding a t-shirt giveaway to celebrate seven years in business. Uhlman's Ice Cream in Westboro is throwing an "ultimate ice cream party" from 12 to 6 p.m. at the shop. Customers can spin a wheel for prizes, take a picture at a photo booth and enjoy other fun activities. Putnam Pantry in Danvers is giving out samples of more than 30 flavors from 11 to 2 p.m. Sunday.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Two Decades, One Sweet Collab: Jonas Brothers and Friendly's Create Anniversary Ice Cream Magic
Band's childhood memories at Friendly's inspire new ice cream collaboration ahead of upcoming tour DALLAS, June 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Jonas Brothers are celebrating 20 years of music with their upcoming tour, kicking off on August 10 at MetLife Stadium. But, before the iconic trio hits the road, they are commemorating their milestone anniversary by partnering with Friendly's Ice Cream to bring fans a limited-time treat with three distinct flavors in one carton. The new 20th Anniversary Flavor combines Coffee Cookie Crumble, Chocolate Marshmallow, and Vanilla, all side by side in one 48-oz tub. Kevin, Joe, and Nick selected each flavor to create a unique blend fans can enjoy individually or together. The collaboration reflects a long-standing relationship between the Jonas Brothers and Friendly's, a brand tied to many of their early memories. Growing up in New Jersey, the brothers often visited Friendly's, where they first decided on their band's name, and which has been part of the sweet moments that have shaped their journey ever since. In 2023, they previously partnered with Friendly's to launch limited-edition sundaes, making this new ice cream flavor a natural next step. "Friendly's has been part of our story from the very beginning," said Jonas Brothers. "It's where we shared some of our earliest moments as brothers and musicians. Launching this ice cream flavor as we celebrate 20 years feels like coming full circle." The 20th Anniversary Flavor is now available for a limited time at retailers carrying Friendly's Ice Cream. Fans can celebrate the band's 20 years of music with a blend that reflects each brother's personal taste. The 20th Anniversary Flavor includes: Kevin's Coffee Cookie Crumble: Kevin tapped into his love of coffee to create this flavor. Coffee has been a key part of fueling late-night jam sessions and long tour days throughout the band's 20-year journey and is now captured in a delicious ice cream blend. Joe's Chocolate Marshmallow Swirl: Known for his distinctive style and flair, Joe selected chocolate marshmallow as his signature flavor. The rich chocolate ice cream, accented with ribbons of marshmallow, delivers a bold and memorable twist. Nick's Vanilla: In ice cream and in music, mastering the fundamentals is essential. Nick chose a refined vanilla for a balanced base, complementing the richer profiles of Kevin and Joe's flavors. "It's incredibly meaningful that after 20 years in the music industry, the Jonas Brothers came back to the ice cream brand that was with them from the beginning," said Sharon Springborn, senior director of marketing at Dairy Farmers of America. "By creating a flavor that represents each brother's unique personality, we're giving fans a delicious way to connect with Joe, Kevin, and Nick, as they celebrate this major milestone. Just as their music brings people together, we hope this special ice cream creates sweet moments of togetherness for fans across the country." For more information about the Jonas Brothers 20th Anniversary Flavor, including where to purchase, visit About Friendly's: Friendly's is an iconic ice cream brand with a rich heritage that began in 1935. Today, as a farmer-owned brand of national dairy cooperative Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), the company produces a wide assortment of Friendly's popular packaged ice cream and other frozen dessert products, including single-serve sundae cups, novelties, and ice cream cakes with over 23 million gallons of ice cream sold annually to over 8,000 retail locations throughout all 50 states and select international locations. Friendly's inspires fun with playful, shareable treats that bring joy to the everyday. For additional information, please visit Media ContactFriendlysIceCream@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Friendly's Sign in to access your portfolio
