Blimpie Franchise News

America's Largest Family-Owned Lunchmeat Company Now Offering National Restaurant Chain Signature Meats in Popular Sub-Kit Product
LANSING, Ill., Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Land O'Frost, the nation's largest family-owned packaged lunch meat company, has announced a national partnership with Blimpie, to offer the restaurant chain's signature meats in its popular Sub Sandwich Kits for consumers across the country.
In these tough economic times, more and more consumers are choosing to recreate a restaurant sandwich at home. By teaming up with a reputable restaurant brand like Blimpie, Land O'Frost is now able to offer consumers an opportunity to make and enjoy their favorite restaurant sandwich at home.
Beginning in March, Land O'Frost will offer the four signature meats of Blimpie's most famous sandwich, Blimpie Best®, in its Sub Sandwich Kit product...

April 21, 2011 // Franchising.com // Long Island, N.Y. - Patrick Conlin, Blimpie Area Developer for Long Island, NY, announced two more Blimpie® franchised restaurants scheduled to open in the next 60 days.

"Blimpie franchisee Vishnu Patel is co-branding within an existing Häagen-Daz® in the Tanger Outlet Centers® in Deer Park, NY," said Conlin. "And, Nasim Patel and Javid Dal will open a new Blimpie franchised restaurant in Carle Place, NY, in a former Quiznos® location."

These two new Blimpie franchised restaurants are in addition to three stores recently opened, one in Deer Park on Deer Park Ave., one in West Babylon, and another in the Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove, NY. "Blimpie is a popular sub sandwich chain on Long Island...

February 01, 2011 // Franchising.com // Entrepreneur(R) magazine ranks Blimpie(R) #221 among its Franchise 500(R) in the January 2011 issue, which is a move up for America's Sub Shop(R) from #438 in 2010.

"We are very pleased with our growth this year both in franchise development and consumer sales, as evidenced by our higher franchise ranking for 2011," said Jillian K. Henry, director of franchise development & product licensing for Kahala. "Blimpie was also ranked #173 among America's Top Global Franchises."

The first Blimpie restaurant opened in 1964 in Hoboken, NJ., with a simple idea: stack freshly sliced meats and cheeses custom prepared on fresh-baked breads right in front of the customer. Blimpie continues that idea, still freshly slicing meats and cheeses and offering quality and fresh ingredients...

January 18, 2011 // Franchising.com // Patrick Conlin, Blimpie(R) area developer, announced that multi-unit franchisee, Naseem Cheema, has opened his third Blimpie franchise restaurant on Long Island, in Deer Park, in Suffolk County, NY. The high-traffic location is in a major industrial park shopping center near a booming outlet mall.

"Naseem came to the United States in 1994 from Pakistan and opened his first Blimpie restaurant in 1996 in Hauppauge, in Suffolk County, NY," said Conlin. "Naseem opened his second Blimpie restaurant in Westbury, in Nassau County, NY in 1999."

"I earned a law degree in Pakistan, but my brother who was here encouraged me to move to the United States and start a business," said Cheema...

Pro Football Running Back, Chris "Beanie" Wells is "The Lighter Stuff" Spokesperson July 20, 2010 // Franchising.com // Blimpie®, the sub shop franchise known for slicing it fresh, recently introduced a new menu line encouraging healthy, active lifestyles called The Lighter Stuff. Featuring six new items, The Lighter Stuff menu is now available at participating Blimpie franchise locations nationwide.

To mark this healthy step, Blimpie franchisees have teamed up with pro football running back Chris "Beanie" Wells to share the news about The Lighter Stuff offerings. Beanie Wells, a strong and very fit athlete, is the epitome of health, and the ideal choice for the official spokesperson for Blimpie's health-conscious campaign...

Franchisees Realize Cost-Saving Benefits of New DesignSCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Blimpie®, America's Sub Shop®, unveils a new restaurant design that melds the past with the future by incorporating classic, contemporary Americana design concepts.

The restyled Blimpie has a functional, friendly Mid Century Modern inspired atmosphere dedicated to delivering delicious, quality food. This redesign features a natural-looking décor and architectural elements, including warm lighting and iconic photography displayed on the walls. The vision was developed by Blimpie's design partner 602 Design with Mid Century Modern design cues taken from Charles and Ray Eames works.

Established in 1964, it's more than fitting that the new Blimpie look is reminiscent of this well-recognized period in architectural history...

Seven classic sub sandwiches all less than 400 calories from America's Sub Shop January 07, 2010 // Franchising.com // Are you already feeling low over that lofty New Year's resolution to lose weight and gain self-esteem?

Time to check into your neighborhood BLIMPIE sub sandwich restaurant franchise for a cure: seven classic six-inch subs all less than 400 calories.

From our signature Club (307 calories), our popular Turkey (317 calories), our customer favorite Chicken Teriyaki (363 calories), and to our hearty 10-ounce Roast Beef (333 calories), you'll find healthy sub sandwich choices to satisfying your 2010 cravings.

After 45 years in the sub-sandwich franchise business, no other sandwich franchise delivers a healthier, more memorable, and affordable dining experience...

Party platters, ideal catering solution from top sub-sandwich franchise system January 05, 2010 // Franchising.com // 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...

Blimpie Enters into Agreement for Middle East Expansion SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Serving Americans the highest quality, deli-sliced subs for more than 45 years, Blimpie announces plans for its first location in Kuwait. In partnership with International Famous Franchises Co. (IFF), Blimpie's parent company, Kahala, has announced it has entered into a licensee agreement aimed at opening 18 stores in Kuwait by 2014.

The first location in Kuwait is slated to open in the spring of 2010 and is expected to enjoy tremendous success as a trend towards fast, healthier food options is on the rise amongst Kuwaitis. Blimpie offers a number of sandwiches and salads that are low in calories, made to order quickly while offering the freshest ingredients...

October 22, 2009 // Franchising.com // SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Michelle Keen, the daughter of BLIMPIE franchise owners, Arthur and Kay Keen, in Boise, ID, is the winner of the annual $5,000 Randy G. Pirotin Educational Scholarship.

The scholarship is named after longtime BLIMPIE Area Developer, Randy Pirotin, who in the summer of 2008 lost a courageous battle with cancer. Area Developers and BLIMPIE created the educational scholarship to honor his name, and to reward BLIMPIE employees, immediate family members of Area Developers and franchisees who share the same enthusiasm, dedication and hard work that Pirotin exemplified.

"Randy was a great friend and an inspiration to all our Area Developers and his Georgia franchisees," said Patrick Conlin, BLIMPIE Area Developer for Long Island, New York...

October 14, 2009 // Franchising.com // SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Blimpie franchisees are offering a new dinner-time tiered menu. Making dinner an easier and more affordable meal is another benefit of the Blimpie franchise opportunity.

Starting Oct. 5, 2009, Blimpie franchise owners nationwide began featuring new dinner time specials with subs priced at three affordable prices. $4 6" subs after 4 pm – Turkey Bacon Cheddar on Pretzel Bread, Ham and Swiss on Pretzel Bread, and Buffalo Chicken Pepperoni on Ciabatta $5 12" subs all day – The Club, Tuna, Veggie & Cheese, BLT, Ham & Swiss, Meatball Parmigiana, and Ham, Salami & Provolone $6 12" subs after 4 pm – Philly Cheese Steak and Chicken Cheddar Bacon Ranch "Blimpie franchise owners across the country are helping customers save money and enjoy great food all day long," said Patrick Conlin, Blimpie area developer for Long Island, New York...

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Blimpie® America's Sub Shop™ is making dinner an easier and more affordable meal with a new dinner-time tiered menu.

Starting Oct. 5, 2009, Blimpie locations nationwide will feature new dinner time specials with subs priced at three affordable prices. $4 6" subs after 4 pm – Turkey Bacon Cheddar on Pretzel Bread, Ham and Swiss on Pretzel Bread, and Buffalo Chicken Pepperoni on Ciabatta $5 12" subs all day – The Club, Tuna, Veggie & Cheese, BLT, Ham & Swiss, Meatball Parmigiana, and Ham, Salami & Provolone $6 12" subs after 4 pm – Philly Cheese Steak and Chicken Cheddar Bacon Ranch "As easy as it is to stop by Blimpie for lunch, it's now even easier to swing by after work and pick up a filling, made-to-order dinner for yourself or the family," said Kate Unger, vice president of marketing for Blimpie...

Consumer Focus II
Scottsdale, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Blimpie® America's Sub Shop™ is introducing new grilled subs and adding a twist to their selection of 12 freshly baked breads.

Starting May 18, 2009, Blimpie locations nationwide will feature three grilled subs, while being the first national sub shop to offer pretzel bread.

The introduction of Blimpie's new pretzel bread was inspired by a classic snack that is often enjoyed during some of America's favorite pastimes such as carnivals, ball games and festivals. So it seems only fitting that because the pretzel is steeped in American tradition that, Blimpie, America's Sub Shop, would be the first national sub shop to offer this unique bread in restaurants across the country...

Many college seniors would rather start their career at the top as a business owner than look up a steep corporate ladder. And in these recession times, that dream job may not be available.

Scottsdale, Arizona (PRWEB) April 17, 2009 -- The Blimpie Subs & Salads restaurant chain announced plans to aggressively seek college seniors to join their team as franchise owners.

"We see a tremendous opportunity to help college seniors and community college graduates start their careers on solid footing," said Pat Conlin, an area developer for Blimpie. "In today's economy and for today's 20-somethings, paying your dues for an entry-level position--that foot-in-the-door job--just isn't that appealing any more. Many have worked in the restaurant business, and we offer them a proven franchise opportunity to start their careers as their own boss...

Sandwiches Steeped in History Served up in Stores across the Country

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Blimpie sub shops are best known for serving up freshly sliced deli meats, cheeses, lettuce and tomatoes piled high on freshly baked breads at an affordable price. But on April 4, as Blimpie celebrates its 45th anniversary, many people still don't know the rich history behind this beloved American sub shop.

The story is an American dream: in 1964, three New Jersey friends who had known each other since high school were determined to go into business for themselves. Fueled by this entrepreneurial spirit and inspired by a hearty sandwich known as the submarine, Tony Conza, Peter DeCarlo and Angelo Baldassare opened the first Blimpie sub shop 45 years ago in Hoboken, NJ...

Ten Blimpie Menu Items Added to List of Better for You Dining Out OptionsScottsdale, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Making health conscious decisions about food just became easier and tastier now that Blimpie Subs and Salads has partnered with healthydiningfinder.com.

Since the start of the new year, 10 Blimpie menu items have been certified as nutritionally sound by Healthy Dining Finder's registered dietitians and nutrition professionals. The featured items include not only sandwiches, but salad, soup and chili options as well. Blimpie's page on Healthy Dining Finder leads in the sandwich category with a total of seven listed subs, which is more than the other well-known sub shops.

"At Blimpie, we offer sandwich lovers the chance to build subs with freshly sliced meats, a selection of cheeses, vegetables and condiments to fit all types of dietary needs and tastes," said Nola Krieg, Research & Development Chef of Kahala, parent company to Blimpie...

Rich History Honored with a Thank You to the Community

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In 1964, when the first BLIMPIE opened in Hoboken, N.J., the submarine sandwich phenomenon of today was something former owners Tony, Peter and Angelo only dreamed of. Named for the blimp-like appearance of the bread, it was the founders' intention to serve up sandwiches piled with meats sliced right before your eyes on freshly baked bread topped off with a bevy of condiments and dressings to satisfy any customer's taste.

On the shop's first day, the three friends sold more than $295 worth of sandwiches at prices ranging from 35 cents to 95 cents each. The immediate success of the restaurant was obvious on that opening day and continued steadily through the shop's first year...