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  • National café concept to open its first Long Island location | Long Island Business News

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    THE BLUEPRINT:

    • to open its first location in ‘s Country Square center.

    • Franchisees Christopher and Andrea Pedersen to operate the new store.

    • Menu features gourmet toasts, , and cold-pressed juices.

    • Fast-growing brand now exceeds 50 locations nationwide.

     

    Toastique, a fast-growing , juice and coffee bar chain, will be opening its first Long Island location. 

    The fast-casual concept will open a 1,632-square-foot restaurant in the Woodbury Country Square shopping center at 8027 Jericho Turnpike in Woodbury. The space was formerly the long-time home of Dugan’s Sandwich Shop. 

    Andrea and Chris Pedersen will own and operate the new Toastique in Woodbury. / Courtesy of Toastique

    The first Long Island Toastique will be owned and operated by husband-and-wife franchisees Christopher and Andrea Pedersen, who have a long history of experience in the franchise industry. 

    Andrea Pedersen has spent her career on the franchisor side with brands such as Massage Envy, Sky Zone, Garage Kings and most recently, as brand president for sugaringLA. After spending 15 years working as a Local 3 union electrician, Chris Pedersen opened his first franchise in 2008 and has built his career as a multi-unit franchisee with Massage Envy, European Wax Center, Orangetheory Fitness and Amazing Lash Studio. 

    The Pedersens were attracted to Toastique for its mission to make approachable, accessible and enjoyable. 

    “We have always tried to live a healthy lifestyle, and Toastique aligned with that immediately,” Chris Pedersen told LIBN. “The food is fresh, clean and great for all ages, making it a perfect fit for families and anyone looking for better daily options. It’s the kind of place we would visit ourselves, so choosing it as our next franchise felt natural.” 

    Toastique was founded by former collegiate cheerleader Brianna Keefe in 2018 with a store in Washington D.C. The brand has since experienced rapid growth, now expanding to over 50 locations open across the country and many more in development. 

    Toastique’s Tomato Burrata. / Courtesy of Toastique

    Toastique offers a menu featuring signature toasts like Avocado Smash, Smoked Salmon and PB Crunch that are customizable. The eatery also features bottled and fresh-poured cold-pressed juices and smoothies such as Green Machine, Blue Mystique and Superfruit, and smoothie bowls with superfood ingredients. 

    The all-in investment to open a Toastique franchise ranges from $371,117 to $846,342, and average annual sales per store is $712,148, according to the company’s franchise information. 

    The Woodbury Toastique is expected to open in the first quarter of next year. 

    “We believe that when you eat good, you also feel good and such is the message of Toastique, which offers a nutrition-packed menu that’s also decadent in taste,” Andrea Pedersen said. “With Woodbury being such an active community and our location neighboring both the golf course and park, we have no doubt the brand will fit in well and resonate with our neighbors.” 

    Jennifer Lazear of Scale Franchise Solutions represented the tenant, while John Genovese, Joanne Argenti and Doug Weinstein of RIPCO Real Estate represented the landlords, Woodbury 8027 LLC and Woodbury Country Square LLC, in the Toastique lease transaction. 


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  • Cobs Bread slices its Long Island expansion plans | Long Island Business News

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    THE BLUEPRINT:

    • shuts down Plainview store months after opening

    • Planned location canceled before launch

    • Merrick and Oceanside stores remain open and performing well

    • Company shifts U.S. strategy to focus on high-performing markets

     

    Australian bakery chain Cobs Bread is now toast in two Long Island locations, putting a crimp in its planned area expansion. 

    The chain abruptly closed its location in the Plainview Centre shopping complex earlier this month after it had only first opened this summer. The company also recently pulled out of a location it had leased in the Parkway Plaza shopping center in Carle Place before that planned store opened its doors. 

    A notice on the door of the shuttered Plainview store tells the tale. / LIBN photo

    Cobs Bread had high hopes for making dough here. After debuting in the U.S. 10 years ago with a store in Stamford, Conn. and a second in Greenwich, Conn., the company set its sights on Long Island. The chain opened its first area bakery at 2013 Merrick Road in Merrick in Dec. 2023 and added another four months later at 3187 Long Beach Road in Oceanside. 

    Unfortunately, Cobs Bread’s plans to rise in Plainview and Carle Place didn’t pan out. 

    Karen Frost-Spokes, vice president of Cobs Bread USA, told LIBN that while the stores in Merrick and Oceanside are performing well and “showing strong community engagement and sales,” the decision to close Plainview and abort the Carle Place opening “was part of a broader to focus resources on high-performing areas and ensure long-term sustainability.” She added that the “decision reflects our commitment to strengthening our foundation and positioning ourselves for smarter expansion in the U.S. market.” 

    The Long Island bakery landscape has been transformed in recent years, with a shrinking number of family-owned independent stores facing increasing competition from global and regional chains like Paris Baguette, Tous Les Jours and The French Workshop. 

    However, Frost-Spokes said that the Plainview closure “was not directly due to competition from other bakery chains like Paris Baguette or other competitors,” even though Paris Baguette has a store in the same Plainview shopping center. 

    Louis Biscotti, managing director and national industry leader at C-Biz in Melville, said that while baked goods are popular with consumers, competition is fierce among chains and in-store bakeries, especially with rising input and labor costs. 

    “I applaud strategic management decisions to close underperforming stores, especially in these difficult economic times,” Biscotti told LIBN. “Companies sometimes wait too long to pull the plug hoping for better results and close monitoring of profitability is key to making appropriate decisions.”   

    Cobs Bread started in 1980 in Australia as a family-run business called Bakers Delight. It has since grown to become a global network with over 700 bakeries in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the U.S. The Cobs Bread brand now has more than 130 bakeries in North America and expects to expand to over 350 bakeries in the U.S. and Canada by 2027, according to its website. 

    The company gives back to local communities through its End of Day Giving program, where unsold bread is given to those in need. The initiative has so far racked up more than $300 million in donations. 

    Though its Long Island stores are corporate-owned, Cobs Bread is seeking to expand through franchising. The all-in investment to open a Cobs Bread franchise ranges from $891,890 to $1.152 million, according to the company. 

    For now, the chain’s expansion here remains unleavened. 

    “At this time, there are no confirmed plans to open additional locations on Long Island,” Frost-Spokes said. “However, we remain committed to the U.S. market and are continually evaluating opportunities for future expansion based on performance data and market potential.” 


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  • Senior Care Authority’s Local Franchise Businesses Are Growing as More Families Need Advice in Locating Safe Senior Living and Care Options

    Senior Care Authority’s Local Franchise Businesses Are Growing as More Families Need Advice in Locating Safe Senior Living and Care Options

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    The Company Advises Families Not to Do It Alone — Get Professional Advice When Looking For Care Options

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    updated: Dec 1, 2020


    PETALUMA, Calif., December 1, 2020 (Newswire.com)
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    As a national leader in eldercare consulting and senior living placement in assisted living and memory care, Senior Care Authority’s independently owned and operated locations around the country have been advising families since 2009. 

    The company specializes in providing timely and needed information. Each trusted local advisor compassionately assists clients with expertise in care transitions, decision-making, locating essential resources, and advocacy. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the company’s franchise owners’ businesses as a whole have grown markedly, even as overall occupancy at most assisted living communities during that same timeframe has declined.

    “I was not surprised by the fact that our franchise owners’ businesses have grown nationally. Families quickly realized that trying to make care decisions for their loved ones would not be an easy task, especially in our current environment,” says Frank M. Samson, founder and CEO of Senior Care Authority.

    Some of the key questions to which families need answers and advice include:

    • Have there been any positive cases at a particular senior living location in the past or presently? What procedures do they have in place?

    • Am I able to tour a community personally and if not, are there virtual tours available? How do I access such a tour?

    • Will I be able to visit my loved one? 

    • What technology has been set up so I can communicate with my loved one?

    • What are my options for care either at assisted living or at home?

    “The families I am working with need advice on so many issues — they are both stressed and confused on what their options may be. I help them sort out these options. My business is growing for this reason,” says Michael Kearney, CSA, and owner of the Senior Care Authority franchise in Rochester, NY.

    Chris Lyboldt, who became a Senior Care Authority owner of a franchise in the Atlanta area just prior to the pandemic surge added, “In February 2020, I purchased my franchise. On March 11, access to Senior Living Communities became heavily restricted. I thought I had made a big mistake; however, Senior Care Authority’s uncanny ability to pivot in the face of adversity helped me find hope in the midst of despair and got me through the most desperate of times. And now, a successful 2020 has become a reality, and unbelievably, I’ve exceeded my pre-COVID goals.”  

    Families needing assistance and direction can find an advisor who will provide guidance and is familiar with local resources. These trained and experienced specialists have certifications as Certified Senior Advisors (CSA) and Certified Dementia Practitioners (CDP). Those interested in getting advice from a local advisor or even exploring the possibility of becoming a Senior Care Authority business owner can find valuable information on their website. 

    About Senior Care Authority 

    Senior Care Authority® was founded in 2009 and currently serves locations nationally in 26 states and Canada. The network is comprised of professionally trained and experienced local advisors who assist families with the overwhelming challenges associated with selecting the best options in assisted living, memory care, nursing care and navigating through a complex healthcare system. Learn more at seniorcareauthority.com.
     

    Media Inquiries: morganpr@newswiremail.com

    Source: Senior Care Authority

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