CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa. – Thursday, December 15th 2011 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)– Saladworks, the first and largest fresh-salad franchise in the United States is going global.

A household name in the Philadelphia region for the last 25 years, Saladworks grew steadily along the East Coast. After insurmountable local success, Saladworks has spent the last few years introducing its chopped fresh daily fare to new markets across the country. Now, with 100 locations in 12 states, Saladworks has franchise agreements signed for five new U.S. markets, including Louisiana, Washington, South Carolina, Texas and Washington, D.C. The company is on track to open more than 20 new locations in 2012.

After years of preparation, strategic business planning and support-staff enhancement, Saladworks is ready to bring made-to-order salads to Singapore. The agreement with Amos Lee of Singapore outlines a 15-store development with the first restaurant to be opened in 2012 and two more in 2013.

“We were the first to introduce the fresh-salad franchise concept to the U.S. market and have been perfecting our brand for a quarter century,” said John Scardapane, chairman/CEO of Saladworks. “We feel that we’re in a solid position for international growth; we’re excited to start that growth within Singapore.”

Singapore was strategically chosen as the first of several international endeavors. The Singaporean government has worked fiercely over the last decade to position itself as a regional franchise hub. Singapore boasts a pro-business climate, geographical accessibility, strong technological infrastructure and budding population with English as the primary language. This, in addition to the success of other American based franchises and a general desire for healthy eating, has made Singapore a key component in the international expansion plans for Saladworks.

“Singapore is rich in diverse culture and because of this, the people are open to many foods and tastes,” said Paul Steck, president of Saladworks. “But, one thing I learned is that they don’t compromise on quality, and neither does Saladworks. Our Singapore stores will be right in line with in a culture that holds the same belief in freshness, quality and service.” Steck recently spent extensive time in Singapore with studying the consumer and business culture. The company will ensure that its Singaporean customers will receive the same fresh products as customers in the U.S.

Saladworks plans to replicate its United States success internationally. Currently discussing expansion plans in both the United Kingdom and Middle East, Saladworks looks forward to serving “fanatic’ly fresh fare” to consumers across the globe. “It doesn’t stop here. We’ve got the tools and the drive to grow in other countries,” said Scardapane. “This is only the first step; we’re ready to take this model and use it everywhere.”

About Saladworks

Saladworks, celebrating its 25th Anniversary, is the nation’s first and largest fresh salad franchiseconcept and operates around 100 franchise locations in 12 states. In addition to existing stores, the chain currently has more than 60 units in development across the country. Saladworks locations offer a “fanatic’ly fresh” menu of flavorful salads with signature dressings, proprietary soups, Fusion and panini sandwiches. With the addition of the True Nutrition menu, Saladworks’ varieties of signature salads all average less than 300 calories. For more information on franchising or True Nutrition, please visit http://www.saladworks.com.

Contacts

Saladworks

Nicole Lasorda, PR

610-825-3080

nlasorda@saladworks.com

For Business enquiries; please contact:
Atlas Hospitality L.L.C. – Hotels & Resorts • Management • Concept & Design
P.O.Box 52151, Dubai – U.A.E.; Tel: +971 4 6059172; Fax: + 971 4 605 9103;
www.atlashospitality.ae

About Atlas Hospitality LLC:
Atlas Hospitality was established in 2005 as a division of Dubai-based Atlas Group, a major holding company in the United Arab Emirates.
Its focus is on niche hospitality asset development and management in the Middle East, Far East and Indian Ocean, as well as specific consulting for select hospitality projects, restaurant operations and back-of-house design.
Atlas Hospitality’s own hospitality asset portfolio includes the Radisson Blu Hotel and Pascal Tepper French Bakery in Dubai Media City, the Regent Hotel Emirates Pearl Abu Dhabi and Certo, the Italian restaurant in Abu Dhabi. Atlas will expand its hospitality and F&B presence, with 20 new outlets over the next 36 months. www.atlashospitality.ae

Set to be the next trend in culinary entertainment, Raclette grilling is safe, easy-to-use and easy-to- clean making it ideal for patios, balconies and gardens – or inside throughout the year.

The Raclettes are energy efficient, emit minimum smoke and are come in a variety of sizes and finishes, including a contemporary natural stone surface. On shelves now at Juma Al Majid outlets and Geant Ibn Battuta Mall.

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About Severin
For more than 60 years, Germany’s Severin has focussed its energies on the quality design, production and distribution of a comprehensive range of small domestic appliances and personal grooming products – always geared to lifestyle enablement at a sensible investment.

In the Middle East, from its Dubai-based office, Severin introduces a wide range of products to regional markets across breakfast, lunch, dinner, entertaining and grooming, including an extensive range of coffee makers,
www.severin.com

According to research, coffee lovers in the Emirates each consume around three and a half kilograms of coffee a year, and demand a good quality brew, to boot.

The good news is that Severin’s Coffee Caprice machines are designed to make coffee that even the most sophisticated of aficionados could be forgiven for thinking was hand brewed – in the traditional manner.

And it doesn’t stop there. The German-made Coffee Caprice is said to brew coffee with significantly less tannic and bitter agent than regular filter machines. This is due to the Vaprotonic brewing technology that ensures the ground coffee have ‘just enough’ contact with water boiled to a temperature that is able to draw out the rich flavour of authentic coffee.

The stylish coffee makers from Severin feature a brushed stainless steel-black finish with capacity for eight cups, and are available in Juma Al Majid outlets and Geant Ibn Battuta Mall.
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About Severin
For more than 60 years, Germany’s Severin has focussed its energies on the quality design, production and distribution of a comprehensive range of small domestic appliances and personal grooming products – always geared to lifestyle enablement at a sensible investment.

In the Middle East, from its Dubai-based office, Severin introduces a wide range of products to regional markets across breakfast, lunch, dinner, entertaining and grooming, including an extensive range of coffee makers,
www.severin.com

The new menu continues to embrace the true taste of French cuisine with almost all of the ingredients for the signature recipes ‘ready-made’ from France and cooked on the premises.

Pascal Tepper French Bakery is on the main TECOM drag and is open daily from 7am to 11pm for dine-in, take-away, catering and deliveries within the TECOM vicinity. Log onto www.pascaltepperfrenchbakery.com for the full menu or call 04 454 2408.
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For Business enquiries; please contact:
Atlas Hospitality L.L.C. – Hotels & Resorts • Management • Concept & Design
P.O.Box 52151, Dubai – U.A.E.; Tel: +971 4 6059172; Fax: + 971 4 605 9103;
www.atlashospitality.ae

About Atlas Hospitality LLC:
Atlas Hospitality was established in 2005 as a division of Dubai-based Atlas Group, a major holding company in the United Arab Emirates. Its focus is on niche hospitality asset development and management in the Middle East, Far East and Indian Ocean, as well as specific consulting for select hospitality projects, restaurant operations and back-of-house design. Atlas Hospitality’s own hospitality asset portfolio includes the Radisson Blu Hotel and Pascal Tepper French Bakery in Dubai Media City, the Regent Hotel Emirates Pearl Abu Dhabi and Certo, the Italian restaurant in Abu Dhabi. Atlas will expand its hospitality and F&B presence, with 20 new outlets over the next 36 months.
www.atlashospitality.ae

Interactive dining is now a reality with Severin’s range of German made quality electric cooking appliances that are reliable, durable and sit right on the table, from raclettes, to fondues and even BBQs that do their magic inside the house!

The Severin range of electric BBQs comes in a variety of sizes and finishes, including a contemporary natural stone surface. Available at Juma Al Majid outlets and Geant Ibn Battuta Mall.

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About Severin
For more than 60 years, Germany’s Severin has focussed its energies on the quality design, production and distribution of a comprehensive range of small domestic appliances and personal grooming products – always geared to lifestyle enablement at a sensible investment.

In the Middle East, from its Dubai-based office, Severin introduces a wide range of products to regional markets across breakfast, lunch, dinner, entertaining and grooming, including an extensive range of coffee makers,
www.severin.com

Media contact: Sarah Azad Mobile 0097150 980 3810 Email media@strategicsolutionsonline.com

The know-how at CHOCOLATERIE DE PUYRICARD stems from over 40 years’ experience and has elevated the company to a leading position in the French quality artisanal chocolate market in terms of volumes sold. Its offer consists in chocolate sweets sold in bulk or pre-packed, as well as including a wide range of French specialties (Calissons, chocolate-dipped candied orange peel, candies, marshmallow etc).

Concerned with retaining its craftsman’s spirit, CHOCOLATERIE DE PUYRICARD solely uses fresh products from the best sources, without ever using any chemicals or artificial flavouring and steering clear of deep-freezing. All raw materials used are selected rigorously, batch by batch, for their taste and their characteristics (health, traceability, aspect, carbon footprint etc), and they are preferably organic or made from reasoned farming: vanilla from Tahiti, hazelnuts from Piedmont, almonds from Provence, which all combine to sublimate high vintage cocoa blends.

Thanks to its optimal organisation and efficient time management, CHOCOLATERIE DE PUYRICARD is in a position to deliver mail-order to a host of countries, while fully complying with health standards and maintaining constant quality. Since its chocolate only has a 3-week shelf life, the Chocolate Maker has been practising JIT since its founding.

Nowadays, CHOCOLATERIE DE PUYRICARD has adopted new challenges, and export has become its priority. Given that its upscale products are a perfect match for the United Arab Emirates’ natural attraction for luxury products, Chocolaterie de Puyricard is looking to the Middle East with great expectations.

The Speciality Food Festival, to be held in Dubai from October 25^th to 27^th, 2011, will be a great opportunity for importers and distributors to come and chat with the chocolate maker’s team. There will also be a number of chocolate specialties to sample.

 About CHOCOLATERIE DE PUYRICARD:

The company manufactures and sells over 100 kinds of traditional chocolate sweets, bars, Calissons, candies, marshmallows and macaroons. It has 20 Master Chocolate Makers who supervise the production teams.

www.puyricard.fr

http://chocolaterie.puyricard.fr

Contacts:
For all Media enquiries; please contact:
Sarah Azad at Strategic Solutions
Mobile: +971 50 980 3810
Email: sarah@strategicsolutionsonline.com

For Business enquiries; please contact:
Atlas Hospitality L.L.C. – Hotels & Resorts • Management • Concept & Design
P.O.Box 52151, Dubai – U.A.E.; Tel: +971 4 6059172; Fax:+ 971 4 605 9103;
www.atlashospitality.ae

About Atlas Hospitality LLC:
Atlas Hospitality was established in 2005 as a division of Dubai-based Atlas Group, a major holding company in the United Arab Emirates.
Its focus is on niche hospitality asset development and management in the Middle East, Far East and Indian Ocean, as well as specific consulting for select hospitality projects, restaurant operations and back-of-house design.
Atlas Hospitality’s own hospitality asset portfolio includes the Radisson Blu Hotel and Pascal Tepper French Bakery in Dubai Media City, the Regent Hotel Emirates Pearl Abu Dhabi and Certo, the Italian restaurant in Abu Dhabi.
Atlas will expand its hospitality and F&B presence, with 20 new outlets over the next 36 months.
www.atlashospitality.ae

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, – Sunday, August 28th 2011 [ME NewsWire]

In line with its corporate management strategy of building bonds of understanding and enhancing work relations among its vast family of employees, World Security, the specialist turnkey security solutions provider of Dubai World, hosted Iftar receptions to mark the Holy Month of Ramadan and the arrival of Eid Al Fitr festival this week.

Three separate events were held on Saturday (August 27) at Jebel Ali Free zone, International City and DMCC in order to enable more than 1,500 employees to come together for the celebrations.

At the staff camp in Jebel Ali Free Zone more than 800 people, including Mahmood Amin, CEO, World Security and Group Security, senior management executives, security guards and other staff members attended the Iftar.

At the International City and DMCC events the CEO was represented by Ahmed Al Kaabi, Senior Manager, World Security, and Hamad Saif, Head of operation, World Security, respectively.

The Iftar gatherings provided an ideal opportunity for World Security’s management to engage with its people at all levels, strengthen work place relationship, and express appreciation for their commitment and hard work that have ensured the continued growth of the premier security solutions company.

Welcoming his colleagues Mahmood Amin, CEO, World Security and Group Security, said:

“Our people are our most precious asset and the Iftar receptions are our way of expressing our total support for them and to motivate them further. As the preferred security providers to some of the most important economic assets of Dubai and the UAE, World Security and its staff are on guard 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We take this opportunity to reiterate that we at World Security remain focussed on the security interests of our customers and will continue to provide our trademark cost-effective, high quality services. We also wish to convey Eid Al Fitr greetings to all our employees and stakeholders.”

World Security is the security arm of Dubai World and enjoys a strong presence in the UAE market. It is equipped to be an in-house security toolkit and works with businesses that need bespoke security solutions to ensure their assets are protected within the UAE, and abroad. With its workforce of 2,800 deployed in around 140 locations, the company designs security for some of the most ambitious development projects and industries. World Security has been awarded as the security company of the year by facilities management Middle East 2011.

Contacts

Hasaad Communications

Khoder Makki

Account Manager, Media

+971 50 5592268

Khoder.makki@hasaad.ae

Make a date this Friday and head down to Pascal Tepper French Bakery for a family brunch with a French twist, while kids get creative at the Le Petit Pascal baking atelier class.

The brunch features Pascal Tepper inspired favorites including baked goodies, sandwiches with the renowned Pascal Tepper freshly baked breads, pastries, croissants and more.

Experience Le Petit Pascal family brunch every Friday from 10am – 3pm for just AED 99 per person, call 04 454 2408 for reservations and details. Pascal Tepper French Bakery located on the main TECOM drag.

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Contacts:
For all Media enquiries; please contact:
Sarah Azad at Strategic Solutions
Mobile: +971 50 980 3810
Email: sarah@strategicsolutionsonline.com

For Business enquiries; please contact:
Atlas Hospitality L.L.C. – Hotels & Resorts • Management • Concept & Design
P.O.Box 52151, Dubai – U.A.E.; Tel: +971 4 6059172; Fax:+ 971 4 605 9103;
www.atlashospitality.ae

About Atlas Hospitality LLC:

Atlas Hospitality was established in 2005 as a division of Dubai-based Atlas Group, a major holding company in the United Arab Emirates.
Its focus is on niche hospitality asset development and management in the Middle East, Far East and Indian Ocean, as well as specific consulting for select hospitality projects, restaurant operations and back-of-house design.
Atlas Hospitality’s own hospitality asset portfolio includes the Radisson Blu Hotel and Pascal Tepper French Bakery in Dubai Media City, the Regent Hotel Emirates Pearl Abu Dhabi and Certo, the Italian restaurant in Abu Dhabi.
Atlas will expand its hospitality and F&B presence, with 20 new outlets over the next 36 months.
www.atlashospitality.ae