Blimpie Franchise Owners Offer Affordable Holiday Catering Options

Party platters, ideal catering solution from top sub-sandwich franchise system

(Wednesday, January 06, 2010) - After 45 years in the sub-sandwich franchise business, no other sandwich franchise throws an affordable sub celebration like BLIMPIE®. This year more than ever, with the fluctuating economy, the BLIMPIE franchise catering menu is a great value for all holiday soirées.

BLIMPIE, America's Sub Shop, has introduced a fresh catering menu perfect for all types of gatherings. Catering tray options include fresh sliced deli meats and cheeses, an assortment of breads, crispy vegetables, condiments and fresh fruit. Additionally, side salads, dessert trays and beverages are available making BLIMPIE a one stop shop for the holidays.

'Our BLIMPIE franchise owners understand that everyone is looking for value these days,' said VP of Marketing Kate Unger. 'Not only is BLIMPIE affordable, it's also a convenient alternative to expensive party caterers, and most importantly, the quality of our food is superior.'

'There's always something new and fresh going on with our BLIMPIE franchise opportunity. Now is a great time to join our franchise family,' said Pat Conlin, BLIMPIE Area Developer. 'BLIMPIE restaurants are easy to own and easy to operate—there's no cooking or frying involved, simply fresh sliced meats & cheeses custom prepared on fresh baked bread for every customer. And, we provide comprehensive pre-opening and on-going training and support that are benchmarks for the industry.'
About BLIMPIE:
Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., BLIMPIE serves fresh, contemporary, deli-style sandwiches, soups and salads. Founded in 1964, the BLIMPIE franchise opportunity has grown to nearly 1,000 franchised restaurants across the U.S. BLIMPIE is annually ranked among Entrepreneur magazine's Franchise 500Ò. In 2006, BLIMPIE became part of Kahala Corp, a leading brand-building franchisor with a portfolio of 13 restaurant brands.