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Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Firehouse Subs® Accelerates Expansion in Mexico With Plans To Open 100 Restaurants
New Development agreement fuels the brand's growth, bringing made-to-order premium subs to more guests and creating hundreds of new jobs in Mexico MONTERREY, Nuevo León, Mexico, May 27, 2025 /CNW/ - Today, the Firehouse Subs® brand and Foodplay® are proud to announce entry into a development agreement to develop and grow iconic Firehouse Subs in Mexico, with plans to open 100 restaurants in Monterrey and other major cities in the next five years. Founded in Jacksonville, Florida, in 1994 by two former firefighter brothers, Firehouse Subs is renowned for its premium sandwiches, each layered with premium meats and cheeses sliced in-house and steamed together using a unique cooking method unlocking juicier flavors. Its made-to-order subs frequently rank highly in U.S. consumer surveys for food quality and taste in the sandwich category. The brand is equally known for its heartfelt service and unwavering commitment to public safety. "We believe Firehouse Subs has tremendous potential in Mexico's growing sandwich market," said Duncan Montero, LAC President of Restaurant Brands International (RBI), parent company of Firehouse Subs. "We're excited to bring Firehouse premium subs, heartfelt service, and community-centered mission to new guests throughout the country." Braulio Lopez, Chief Operating Officer, added: "We are honored to grow the iconic subs brand in Mexico and are fully committed to its success. This expansion is not only about bringing high-quality, bold, and delicious subs to the region, but also about creating hundreds of jobs and long-term career opportunities." Foodplay is set to open the first Firehouse Subs restaurant this year in Monterrey, Nuevo León, followed by additional openings in the metropolitan area. This expansion is expected to create hundreds of new jobs across the country. Guests can look forward to flavorful favorites like the Hook & Ladder®, Firehouse Italian™, and the Firehouse Beef & Cheddar Brisket™. Firehouse Subs has over 1,300 restaurants across the U.S., Canada, Switzerland, Mexico, Albania, and the United Arab Emirates, with plans to open its first restaurants in Brazil and Australia later this year. This new agreement marks another milestone in the brand's growth strategy in Latin America and around the world. About Firehouse Subs®Firehouse Subs® is a restaurant chain with a passion for hearty and flavorful food, heartfelt service, and public safety. Founded in Jacksonville, Florida in 1994 by two brothers and former firefighters, Firehouse Subs is a brand built on decades of fire and police service, hot and hearty subs piled high with the highest quality meats and cheeses and its commitment to saving lives through the establishment of the non-profit Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation®.Firehouse Subs is part of Restaurant Brands International Inc. ("RBI"), one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with nearly US$45 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 32,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries and territories. RBI owns four of the world's most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands – TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES®, and FIREHOUSE SUBS®. Enjoy more subs. Save more lives. To learn more, visit and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. About Foodplay®Foodplay® is a proudly Mexican brand with over 30 years of experience in the restaurant market, known for its product excellence and its constant expansion though diverse business operations began in 1990 with the administration of the KFC® franchise in Mexico. Since then, guided by innovation and an unwavering commitment with evolution, Foodplay® has consolidated their gastronomical portfolio by incorporating world renowned brands such as Tim Hortons® and Firehouse Subs®.Moreover, Foodplay® has successfully established their own brands Bolerama® and Helados Dreambox®. Securing their presence in the food market. Their value proposition lies on offering an exceptional customer service and prime products, focusing on providing absolute satisfaction to Mexican families. Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains certain forward-looking statements and information, which reflect management's current beliefs and expectations regarding future events, initiatives and operating performance and speak only as of the date hereof. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements about our expectations regarding the ability of the Firehouse Subs business in Mexico to open 100 restaurants in the next five years and to create hundreds of jobs and its plans to open restaurants in Mexico, Brazil and Australia later this year. The factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from RBI's expectations are detailed in filings of RBI with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and with the securities regulatory authorities in Canada, such as its annual and quarterly reports and current reports on Form 8-K and include the following risks: risk related to our ability to successfully implement its domestic and international growth strategy and risks related to its international operations; risks related to our ability to compete domestically and internationally in an intensely competitive industry; global economic or other business conditions that may affect the desire or ability of our customers to purchase our products; our relationship with, and the success of, our franchisees and risks related to our mostly franchised business model; and the effectiveness of our marketing and advertising programs and franchisee support of these programs. Other than as required under applicable laws, we do not assume a duty to update these forward-looking statements, whether because of new information, subsequent events or circumstances, change in expectations or otherwise View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Restaurant Brands International Inc. View original content to download multimedia:
Cision Canada
27-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Firehouse Subs® Accelerates Expansion in Mexico With Plans To Open 100 Restaurants
New Development agreement fuels the brand's growth, bringing made-to-order premium subs to more guests and creating hundreds of new jobs in Mexico MONTERREY, Nuevo León, Mexico, May 27, 2025 /CNW/ - Today, the Firehouse Subs® brand and Foodplay® are proud to announce entry into a development agreement to develop and grow iconic Firehouse Subs in Mexico, with plans to open 100 restaurants in Monterrey and other major cities in the next five years. Founded in Jacksonville, Florida, in 1994 by two former firefighter brothers, Firehouse Subs is renowned for its premium sandwiches, each layered with premium meats and cheeses sliced in-house and steamed together using a unique cooking method unlocking juicier flavors. Its made-to-order subs frequently rank highly in U.S. consumer surveys for food quality and taste in the sandwich category. The brand is equally known for its heartfelt service and unwavering commitment to public safety. "We believe Firehouse Subs has tremendous potential in Mexico's growing sandwich market," said Duncan Montero, LAC President of Restaurant Brands International (RBI), parent company of Firehouse Subs. "We're excited to bring Firehouse premium subs, heartfelt service, and community-centered mission to new guests throughout the country." Braulio Lopez, Chief Operating Officer, added: "We are honored to grow the iconic subs brand in Mexico and are fully committed to its success. This expansion is not only about bringing high-quality, bold, and delicious subs to the region, but also about creating hundreds of jobs and long-term career opportunities." Foodplay is set to open the first Firehouse Subs restaurant this year in Monterrey, Nuevo León, followed by additional openings in the metropolitan area. This expansion is expected to create hundreds of new jobs across the country. Guests can look forward to flavorful favorites like the Hook & Ladder®, Firehouse Italian™, and the Firehouse Beef & Cheddar Brisket™. Firehouse Subs has over 1,300 restaurants across the U.S., Canada, Switzerland, Mexico, Albania, and the United Arab Emirates, with plans to open its first restaurants in Brazil and Australia later this year. This new agreement marks another milestone in the brand's growth strategy in Latin America and around the world. About Firehouse Subs® Firehouse Subs® is a restaurant chain with a passion for hearty and flavorful food, heartfelt service, and public safety. Founded in Jacksonville, Florida in 1994 by two brothers and former firefighters, Firehouse Subs is a brand built on decades of fire and police service, hot and hearty subs piled high with the highest quality meats and cheeses and its commitment to saving lives through the establishment of the non-profit Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation®. Firehouse Subs is part of Restaurant Brands International Inc. ("RBI"), one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with nearly US$45 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 32,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries and territories. RBI owns four of the world's most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands – TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES®, and FIREHOUSE SUBS®. Enjoy more subs. Save more lives. To learn more, visit and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. About Foodplay ® Foodplay ® is a proudly Mexican brand with over 30 years of experience in the restaurant market, known for its product excellence and its constant expansion though diverse business units. Company operations began in 1990 with the administration of the KFC ® franchise in Mexico. Since then, guided by innovation and an unwavering commitment with evolution, Foodplay ® has consolidated their gastronomical portfolio by incorporating world renowned brands such as Tim Hortons ® and Firehouse Subs ®. Moreover, Foodplay ® has successfully established their own brands Bolerama ® and Helados Dreambox ®. Securing their presence in the food market. Their value proposition lies on offering an exceptional customer service and prime products, focusing on providing absolute satisfaction to Mexican families. Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains certain forward-looking statements and information, which reflect management's current beliefs and expectations regarding future events, initiatives and operating performance and speak only as of the date hereof. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements about our expectations regarding the ability of the Firehouse Subs business in Mexico to open 100 restaurants in the next five years and to create hundreds of jobs and its plans to open restaurants in Mexico, Brazil and Australia later this year. The factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from RBI's expectations are detailed in filings of RBI with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and with the securities regulatory authorities in Canada, such as its annual and quarterly reports and current reports on Form 8-K and include the following risks: risk related to our ability to successfully implement its domestic and international growth strategy and risks related to its international operations; risks related to our ability to compete domestically and internationally in an intensely competitive industry; global economic or other business conditions that may affect the desire or ability of our customers to purchase our products; our relationship with, and the success of, our franchisees and risks related to our mostly franchised business model; and the effectiveness of our marketing and advertising programs and franchisee support of these programs. Other than as required under applicable laws, we do not assume a duty to update these forward-looking statements, whether because of new information, subsequent events or circumstances, change in expectations or otherwise SOURCE Restaurant Brands International Inc.
The Irish Sun
14-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
Major airport favourite gets glow up with tasty food, premium drinks and the best plane spotting views
AVIATION lovers are set to love this busy spot for delicious food, buzzing atmosphere and the best plane spotting views. Less than an hour from 7 Hook & Ladder at Weston Airport has been revamped Credit: COLLECT 7 Diners can enjoy breakfast, brunch and lunch while watching planes land and take off Credit: COLLECT 7 The Hook & Ladder restaurant makes the perfect day out for all the family 7 The new look restaurant is bustling with visitors Credit: The newly revamped Birthday celebrations, friend groups and aviation enthusiasts chattered over food. The new look restaurant boasted a modern Great Gatsby look with cosy cushioned booths, chic lighting, marble flooring and a sleek bar. As soon as my eyes were drawn to a statement clock in the body of an aeroplane, I knew this was the spot for me. READ MORE ON TRAVEL This busy airport is a hive of activity with planes and helicopters hitting the runway as visitors indulge in tasty dishes. The award-winning Irish family-run eatery had a selection of mouth-watering options on the brunch menu from 13.95. From the Mother Clucker, a crispy buttermilk chicken breast, to the Biscoff French Toast, I was torn for choice. The Ampersand Eggs with beet hummus and mashed avocado did not disappoint. Most read in News Travel Breakfast options include Buttermilk Blueberry Pancakes, Homemade Granola and the Chicken & Waffle Stack. While the lunch menu boasts the Fireman's Chicken Curry, Ballycotton Smoked Salmon and the Weston Club Sandwich. Emotional scenes as Irish Lebanon peacekeepers arrive home in Dublin Airport Those with a sweet tooth will love the scrumptious section of home baked cakes from their in store bakery. Airport officials said there are great photo opportunities. They said: 'Dublin Weston Airport is an ideal location for 'Our new From flying clubs to air displays to A unique charity event, Run the Runway, was held at the airport last month where participants could run or walk 3k or 5k along the iconic runway. The National Flight Centre pilot academy, which has operated at Dublin Weston Airport since 1977, is now in the process of a full fleet renewal. This historic airport was established by Darby Kennedy in 1931. Over close to a century, Dublin Weston Airport has undergone many additions and enhancements, including a tarmac runway, new control tower, hangers, VOR and a terminal building. In 2021, the airport was bought by a consortium of aviation enthusiasts. A full modernisation of the airport security infrastructure has taken place with over €3m invested. For more information and make a booking visit 7 It's the perfect place for plane spotting Credit: COLLECT 7 The airport has numerous aircrafts landing and taking off Credit: COLLECT 7 A charity event was held at the airport last month Credit: Facebook
