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Between Rounds Bagels Now Available at Wallingford and Southington ShopRite Stores

ShopRite Wallingford
ShopRite Wallingford

Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, the unique bakery café and bagel shop with locations throughout Connecticut, has recently announced that ShopRite stores in Wallingford and Southington will carry Between Rounds fresh baked bagels.

The two ShopRite stores, owned by Don Drust and family, are located at 846 North Colony Street in Wallingford and 750 Queen Street in Southington. They have become a grocery partner of the family-owned Between Rounds and will offer their signature bagels in ShopRite bakery departments.

“The decision to add Between Rounds bagels to our bakery offerings was an easy one. Between Rounds offers a high quality, consistent product that is absolutely delicious and popular with our customers,” noted Drust.

He continued, “We’re a family-owned business and we enjoy partnering with local businesses. We try to carry as many local products as possible in our stores.”

Between Rounds is the brainchild of Staten Island brothers Jerry and Joe Puiia, who established Between Rounds cafés in Vernon, South Windsor, Manchester and Tolland. The Puiia hallmark is manufacturing and selling their own bagels, which set them apart from other cafés. The popularity of their bagels inspired the Puiias to partner with independent grocers.  The bagels are delivered to grocers fully-baked so no additional labor is required of the bakery department.

Between Rounds Bagels at Independent Grocers

Between Rounds bagels are offered at independent grocers throughout Connecticut including Highland Park Markets in Suffield, Farmington, Manchester, Coventry and Glastonbury; West Side Marketplace in Rocky Hill; Geissler’s Supermarkets in Agawam, Bloomfield, East Windsor, Granby, Somers and South Windsor; Lyman Orchards Apple Barrel Market in Middlefield; Gardiner’s Market in South Glastonbury; and ShopRite of Manchester, East Harford, and most recently Southington and Wallingford.

Independent grocer owners or store managers interested in carrying Between Rounds bagels may contact Jerry or Joe Puiia at (860) 291-0323.

The ShopRite Cooperative

ShopRite is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States. All ShopRite owners are members of Wakefern Food Corporation. To learn more about ShopRite, visit www.shoprite.com.

About Between Rounds

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-on site bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffee and a unique line of giftware.  Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi and the added convenience of a drive-thru window.

Between Rounds is expanding and franchise opportunities are available.  Between Rounds’ current locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.  Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT.  For more information about Between Rounds franchise opportunities contact (860) 291-0323 or visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

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Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café Offers Financing Options for Kiosk Franchise

1Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, the unique bakery café and bagel shop with locations throughout Connecticut recently announced new financing options for the Between Rounds’ Kiosk franchise program.

Between Rounds’ co-founder and franchisor, Jerry Puiia, has secured three financing companies, Benetrends, FranchiseLeasing.com and The Stratford Group, to help new franchisees with financing of Kiosk operations.

According to Puiia, “Our reputation for offering fresh, high quality food at affordable prices is key, and when combined with a lower entry point for the potential franchisee and special financing options, it’s a win.”

Between Rounds franchised their first Kiosk store model in Tolland in 2013. That successful franchise, owned and operated by Sami Kahn, is located at 206 Merrow Road, at the Citgo Express Gas Station.

Between Rounds’ Kiosk business model is unique in that it enables convenience and gas station store owners to increase profits from their existing locations through repeat customers who not only purchase gas but also Between Rounds specialty coffee, fresh made breakfast and lunch sandwiches, fresh baked bagels and assorted bakery items.  Ultimately, store traffic increases and leads to additional sales from products that are already sold.

The Between Rounds Kiosk store has low start-up costs and requires an overall investment of approximately $120K for a standard store with no drive-thru.

He continued, “The Between Rounds Kiosk franchise opportunity has low start-up costs compared to similar franchises, and utility and facility maintenance costs are only minimally increased.  Best of all, we make it easy to operate and train existing staff using our detailed training guides and checklists.  Not only does an owner enjoy additional profits from their existing location…all those profits from increased sales stay in the owner’s pocket.”

For more information about the Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café opportunities, visit http://franchise.betweenroundsbagels.com.

About Between Rounds

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-on site bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffee and a unique line of giftware.  Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi and the added convenience of a drive-thru window.

Between Rounds is expanding and franchise opportunities are available. In 2013, the company was selected as a Military Friendly Franchise®, which places Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café in an elite group and is testimony to the company’s commitment to supporting military veterans interested in franchise opportunities.

Between Rounds’ current locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.  Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT.  For more information about Between Rounds franchise opportunities contact (860) 291-0323 or visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

 

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Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café Offers Financing Options for Kiosk Franchise

1Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, the unique bakery café and bagel shop with locations throughout Connecticut recently announced new financing options for the Between Rounds’ Kiosk franchise program.

Between Rounds’ co-founder and franchisor, Jerry Puiia, has secured three financing companies, Benetrends, FranchiseLeasing.com and The Stratford Group, to help new franchisees with financing of Kiosk operations.

According to Puiia, “Our reputation for offering fresh, high quality food at affordable prices is key, and when combined with a lower entry point for the potential franchisee and special financing options, it’s a win.”

Between Rounds franchised their first Kiosk store model in Tolland in 2013. That successful franchise, owned and operated by Sami Kahn, is located at 206 Merrow Road, at the Citgo Express Gas Station.

Between Rounds’ Kiosk business model is unique in that it enables convenience and gas station store owners to increase profits from their existing locations through repeat customers who not only purchase gas but also Between Rounds specialty coffee, fresh made breakfast and lunch sandwiches, fresh baked bagels and assorted bakery items.  Ultimately, store traffic increases and leads to additional sales from products that are already sold.

The Between Rounds Kiosk store has low start-up costs and requires an overall investment of approximately $120K for a standard store with no drive-thru.

He continued, “The Between Rounds Kiosk franchise opportunity has low start-up costs compared to similar franchises, and utility and facility maintenance costs are only minimally increased.  Best of all, we make it easy to operate and train existing staff using our detailed training guides and checklists.  Not only does an owner enjoy additional profits from their existing location…all those profits from increased sales stay in the owner’s pocket.”

For more information about the Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café opportunities, visit http://franchise.betweenroundsbagels.com.

About Between Rounds

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-on site bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffee and a unique line of giftware.  Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi and the added convenience of a drive-thru window.

Between Rounds is expanding and franchise opportunities are available. In 2013, the company was selected as a Military Friendly Franchise®, which places Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café in an elite group and is testimony to the company’s commitment to supporting military veterans interested in franchise opportunities.

Between Rounds’ current locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.  Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT.  For more information about Between Rounds franchise opportunities contact (860) 291-0323 or visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

 

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Between Rounds Rolls Out Giant Party Bagel for Holiday Celebrations

Between RoundsBetween Rounds, the unique bakery café and bagel shop with locations throughout Connecticut has rolled out their Giant Party Bagel, just in time for holiday celebrations.

Perfect for holiday and office parties, New Year’s Eve gatherings, birthdays and football games, Between Rounds’ Giant Party Bagel is sure to please everyone.

The Giant Party Bagel is a two-pound bagel comprised of a delicious selection of fresh premium Boar’s Head brand deli-meats and cheeses, and completed with a garlic bagel chip-filled center.  The Giant Party Bagel may be created in custom designed shapes and logos to make an event extra special.  The Giant Party Bagel is sliced into 16 pieces.

According to Between Rounds founder Jerry Puiia, “We have the ability to shape the bagel into your desired design.  Our mouth-watering Giant Party Bagels make it easy to satisfy a hungry crowd.”

The Giant Party Bagel “rounds out” Between Rounds catering services. Whether it’s a small get-together or a large corporate event, Between Rounds Catering can help take the stress out of event planning. Delivery is available and corporate accounts are available.

Delicious Holiday Treats and Gifts

Between Rounds unique giftware
Between Rounds unique giftware

New this season – Between Rounds offers decadent Peppermint Hot Chocolate and White Chocolate Coffee, which pair well with the bakery’s bagels, muffins and other sweet treats.

Between Rounds offers holiday wrapped Cookie Platters and holiday giftware including mugs, ornaments, frames and more. Gift cards are also available.

About Between Rounds

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-on site bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffee and a unique line of giftware.  Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi and the added convenience of a drive-thru window.

Between Rounds’ current locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.  Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT.  Between Rounds is expanding and franchise opportunities are available.

For more information about Between Rounds, visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

 

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Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café Supports Vernon VNA Holiday Tree Lighting

(L to R) Janet Gallugi of the VNA stands with Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café's Michelle Harding, Assistant Manager, Kim Sears, Manager, and Jerry Puiia, co-owner during the "The Tree of Life" memorial Tree Lighting ceremony.
(L to R) Janet Gallugi of the VNA stands with Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café’s Michelle Harding, Assistant Manager, Kim Sears, Manager, and Jerry Puiia, co-owner during the “The Tree of Life” memorial Tree Lighting ceremony.

The Visiting Nurses Association (VNA) of Vernon recently held their memorial Tree Lighting Ceremony to remember and honor those who have passed away, as well as those who are or have served in the armed forces, and those who are struggling with illness or adversity.

In support of this event, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, the unique bakery café and bagel shop with locations in Vernon, South Windsor, Manchester and Tolland, provided the cookies for all to enjoy at this event.

The tree lighting ceremony is held each holiday season and is a fundraiser for the VNA. Proceeds go towards the VNA’s home health and community outreach programs.

“The VNA provides essential home health services, clinics and support groups for the community and it’s an honor to be part of this event,” noted Jerry Puiia, co-owner of Between Rounds.

Dedicated to supporting the community, Between Rounds sponsors and supports a number of other organizations and non-profits including the Rockville Little League and Food Pantries throughout the area.

About Between Rounds

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-on site bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffee and a unique line of giftware.  Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi and the added convenience of a drive-thru window. Between Rounds is expanding and franchise opportunities are available. Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café has been named a Military Friendly Franchise®, which places in an elite group and is testimony to the company’s commitment to supporting military veterans interested in franchise opportunities.

Between Rounds’ current locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.  Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT.  For more information about Between Rounds franchise opportunities or to inquire about wholesale bagels at grocery stores, contact (860) 291-0323 or visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

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Supermarket Partnerships Fuel Expansion at Between Rounds South Windsor

1Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, the unique bakery café and bagel shop with four locations in Connecticut, has recently expanded operations at their South Windsor corporate headquarters and is hiring.

Jerry and Joe Puiia, owners of the Between Rounds franchise, have recently added a second oven to the South Windsor location, which will better accommodate the growing popularity and customer demand for their bagels as well as better support the partnerships that the company has with independent grocers. Between Rounds bagels are now offered in the bakery departments of 16 supermarkets in Connecticut.

Between Rounds is also hiring additional production staff to support the wholesale orders of independent grocers across the region. The bagels are delivered to grocers fully baked so no additional labor is required of the grocer’s bakery department.

“Our product is high quality, consistent and absolutely delicious. Currently, we supply 16 supermarkets with our bagels and that number keeps growing. It is an easy decision for many independent grocers because they get a superior product without any additional labor required from their bakery department,” explained Jerry Puiia. “In addition, we promote each supermarket’s bakery department by directing our website visitors to the grocers that carry our bagels. Many of our customers also shop at those supermarkets, so they can easily purchase Between Rounds bagels while grocery shopping.”

For more than 20 years, Highland Park Markets, which has stores in Suffield, Farmington, Manchester, Coventry and Glastonbury, has been carrying Between Rounds bagels as their privately labeled brand, but switched to the Between Rounds brand name two years ago.  West Side Marketplace in Rocky Hill has been carrying the signature brand for four years. Geissler’s Supermarkets, which are located in Agawam, Bloomfield, East Windsor, Granby, Somers and South Windsor, have been carrying them for almost a year. Lyman Orchards Apple Barrel Market in Middlefield and the family-owned Gardiner’s Market in South Glastonbury have just started carrying Between Rounds products. As a grocery partner, Waverly Markets, LLC and the Cohen Family now offer Between Rounds signature bagels in their ShopRite Manchester and East Hartford stores.

About Between Rounds

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-on site bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffee and a unique line of giftware.  Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi and the added convenience of a drive-thru window. Between Rounds is expanding and franchise opportunities are available. Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café has been named a Military Friendly Franchise®, which places in an elite group and is testimony to the company’s commitment to supporting military veterans interested in franchise opportunities.

Between Rounds’ current locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.  Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT.  For more information about Between Rounds franchise opportunities or to inquire about wholesale bagels at grocery stores, contact (860) 291-0323 or visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

 

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Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café announces franchise opportunity

betweenrounds logo 1The restaurant industry is the most-franchised industry, consistently leading in overall job creation, according to Franchisedirect.com. The Food Franchise Industry Report 2014 reported that the bakery café segment is a major player in the food industry.

Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, the unique bakery café and bagel shop with locations throughout Connecticut, offers traditional store and kiosk franchise opportunities to restaurant managers, bakers and others who wish to command their own destiny. In fact, the Between Rounds opportunity is the next likely step for restaurant managers and bakers who have been working in the industry for a number of years because they have the focus and expertise. Plus, the hours working in a fast casual café franchise such as Between Rounds are better.

“Nowadays, consumers are looking for fresh, healthy and nutritious meal options in a quick serve atmosphere, which makes bakery cafés extremely popular and a solid business investment,” explained Jerry Puiia, co-owner of the Between Rounds Bakery Café franchise.

He continued, “Restaurant managers and bakers are already ‘hands on’ in the industry and well-aware of what it takes to successfully operate a bakery café. The next logical step for them is shop ownership. Between Rounds offers brand recognition, proven operations and plenty of training and support which, coupled with the knowledge and experience they already have, is a recipe for success.”

The family-owned Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, has been in business for more than two decades and is the brainchild of brothers Jerry and Joe Puiia, who are Staten Island, NY natives.  Between Rounds’ current locations include South Windsor (corporate headquarters), Vernon, Manchester and Tolland. Between Rounds franchise options include a traditional store opportunity and a Kiosk program. Between Rounds’ kiosk store program is a non-traditional convenience store/gas station model that offers customers the ability to purchase Between Rounds specialty coffee, fresh made breakfast and lunch sandwiches, fresh baked bagels and assorted bakery items from a clean, well-designed store (drive-thru window is optional) adjacent to the filling station. The kiosk store has low start-up costs and requires an overall investment of approximately $120K for a standard store with no drive-thru.

For more information about the Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café opportunities, visit http://franchise.betweenroundsbagels.com.

About Between Rounds

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-on site bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffee and a unique line of giftware.  Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi and the added convenience of a drive-thru window.

Between Rounds is expanding and franchise opportunities are available. In 2013, the company was selected as a Military Friendly Franchise®, which places Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café in an elite group and is testimony to the company’s commitment to supporting military veterans interested in franchise opportunities.

Between Rounds’ current locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.  Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT.  For more information about Between Rounds franchise opportunities contact (860) 291-0323 or visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

 

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Between Rounds Café Shows Team Spirit

betweenrounds logo 1Fall sports are in full swing and Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, the unique bakery café and bagel shop with locations throughout Connecticut shows their team spirit for young athletes with a special promotion.

From football, soccer and field hockey to volleyball, cross country and other fall sports, young athletes (up to age 18) can stop by any Between Rounds location wearing their team uniform and receive two free bagels of their choice (toppings extra).

“Playing team sports is good preparation for the business world. Young athletes learn essential leadership and teamwork skills, which are critical to the successful management of a business,” noted Jerry Puiia, co-owner of Between Rounds franchise.

Young athletes can stop by any location wearing their team uniform to take advantage of Between Rounds bagel offer.

About Between Rounds

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-on site bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffee and a unique line of giftware. Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi.

Between Rounds has partnered with a number of Connecticut’s independent grocers. The bagels are delivered to grocers fully baked so no additional labor is required of the bakery department.  Highland Park Markets, West Side Marketplace, Geissler’s Supermarkets, Lyman Orchards Apple Barrel Market and Gardiner’s Market carry Between Rounds bagel products in their bakeries.

Between Rounds is expanding. Traditional full-store and kiosk franchise opportunities are available. Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT. with additional locations in Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.  For more information about Between Rounds franchise opportunities or to inquire about wholesale bagels at grocery stores, contact (860) 291-0323 or visitwww.betweenroundsbagels.com.

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ShopRite of Manchester and East Hartford to Carry Between Rounds Bagels

Elaine Ziemba, Assistant Store Manager of Manchester ShopRite
Elaine Ziemba, Assistant Store Manager of Manchester ShopRite

Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café has recently teamed up with Waverly Markets, LLC and the Cohen Family, owners of ShopRite supermarkets in Manchester and East Harford, and will supply baked-fresh-daily bagels to their customers.

As a grocery partner, Waverly Markets, LLC and the Cohen Family will offer Between Rounds signature bagels in their ShopRite bakery departments. The ShopRite stores are located at 214 Spencer St. Manchester and 31 Main Street East Hartford.

Between Rounds is the brainchild of Staten Island brothers Jerry and Joe Puiia, who established Between Rounds cafés in Vernon, South Windsor, Manchester and Tolland

The Puiia hallmark is manufacturing and selling their own bagels, which set them apart from other cafés. The popularity of their bagels inspired the Puiias to partner with independent grocers.  The bagels are delivered to grocers fully-baked so no additional labor is required of the bakery department.

Between Rounds Bagels at Independent Grocers

For more than 20 years, Highland Park Markets, which has stores in Suffield, Farmington, Manchester, Coventry and Glastonbury, has been carrying Between Rounds bagels as their privately labeled brand, but switched to the Between Rounds brand name two years ago.  West Side Marketplace in Rocky Hill has been carrying the signature brand for four years. Geissler’s Supermarkets, which are located in Agawam, Bloomfield, East Windsor, Granby, Somers and South Windsor, have been carrying them for almost a year. Lyman Orchards Apple Barrel Market in Middlefield and the family-owned Gardiner’s Market in South Glastonbury have just started carrying Between Rounds products.

According to Tom Gardiner of Gardiner’s Market, “Between Rounds is local and very well known. Their products are high quality, consistent and absolutely delicious. Our customers are happy because they know exactly what they are getting with the Between Rounds brand.”

The ShopRite Cooperative

ShopRite is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States, with 45 members who individually own and operate supermarkets under the ShopRite banner. To learn more about ShopRite, visit www.shoprite.com.

About Between Rounds

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-on site bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffee and a unique line of giftware. Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi.

Between Rounds is expanding. Traditional full-store and kiosk franchise opportunities are available. The company has been selected as a Military Friendly Franchise®, which places Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café in an elite group and is testimony to the company’s commitment to supporting military veterans interested in franchise opportunities.

Between Rounds locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.  Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT.  For more information about Between Rounds franchise opportunities or to inquire about wholesale bagels at grocery stores, contact (860) 291-0323 or visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

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