-Casual dining leader continues franchise growth trajectory with new location at Bustling International Airport-
COSTA MESA, California., August 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — California Pizza Kitchen (CPK), the creator of California-style pizza, announced the opening of a new franchise location in Santiago International Airport in Chileexpanding CPK’s global footprint to Latin America. This new opening in Chile marks CPK’s 41st international restaurant with more locations planned to open Costa Rica AND India in the coming months. A new local franchise restaurant is also slated to open in October. The brand announced last November that exclusivity was now a growth strategy for CPK. In addition, CPK has 145 local company restaurants currently operating with a new company restaurant opening scheduled for October.
Representatives from CPK and Morpho Travel Experience during the ribbon cutting ceremony at the new CPK at Santiago International Airport.
CPK’s new CEO at Santiago International Airport welcomes customers for the opening.
It is located inside Santiago Airport International, CPK’s newest franchise aligns with the brand’s focus to grow its exclusive locations within airports and casinos, as well as small and large format restaurants, domestically and internationally. The restaurant will be owned and operated by specialty retailer Morpho Travel Experience, a subsidiary of Britt Group, specializing in food, beverage and travel stores in airports, hotels and resorts. Morpho Travel Experience currently operates eight food and beverage concepts, including locations in four international airports.
“We are excited to partner with Morpho Travel Experience and expand the CPK brand across Latin Americaa market known for its vibrant culture that resonates closely with CPK and its own California inspired atmosphere”, he said Giorgio Minardi, Executive Vice President of Global and Franchise Operations. “As we continue our global expansion, it is essential that we have partners who share our mission to bring quality ingredients and creativity to customers – no matter where they live. This latest opening gives international travelers passing through of Santiago busy airport, the opportunity to enjoy a piece of it California from thousands of miles away.”
CPK in Santiago The International Airport will be located within the new international terminal, T2, an area with heavy foot traffic that serves thousands of international travelers every day. With a modern design and a bright and open atmosphere, this newest CPK location will provide a relaxing California atmosphere for busy travelers. Like sunny Californiaguests will feel an abundance of warmth and golden light upon entering CPK Chilea sentiment that resonates in all CPK restaurants.
The new location will offer guests the same full-service and bar experience they’ve come to expect at all of the brand’s locations, including California pizza, pasta, inspired hand-tossed desserts and an elevated beverage program. Known for its unexpected flavor combinations, fresh ingredients and innovative menu, CPK offers a truly unique dining experience offering guests its distinctive California look, feel and taste. with Britt’s Group Morpho Travel Experience, CPK will expand its daily menu offerings to include locally sourced coffee and breakfast, such as Crispy Brioche French Toast and Beverly Hills Breakfast Sandwich. Grab-and-Go options will also be available for commuter customers.
CPK’s latest airport location builds on an already significant year for the incoming brand Canada for the first time Edmonton location last month and its new franchise location at India earlier this year. CPK will also be expanded to Costa Rica later this year.
“This partnership with California Pizza Kitchen provides us with the opportunity to continue our growth in the food and beverage sector at a very promising airport,” said adriana, CEO of Morpho Travel Experience. “We are excited to work closely with CPK to bring California-fresh ingredients and the brand’s unique cuisine and warm atmosphere for travelers from all over the world!”
CPK at Santiago International Airport opened on August 20 with working hours from 5 in the morning – 10 pm every day.
California Pizza Kitchen provides franchisees with flexibility with customizable menus, design layouts and multiple daily specials so each location can individually align with consumer needs and thrive within their market. These key differentiators, along with an average unit volume between 3 million dollars AND 5 million dollars, have positioned the brand as an attractive investment from experienced multi-unit franchisees. California Pizza Kitchen prioritizes meeting the needs of franchisees by providing them with the tools and resources they require, including expanding technology and mobile capabilities for each location, best-in-class training and development in all areas of the business.
To learn more about the franchise development opportunities and markets available with California Pizza Kitchen, visit www.cpk.com/franchise.
About California Pizza Kitchen
In 1985, California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) opened its first restaurant in Beverly Hills and introduced diners to the innovative California-style pizza. With a passion for combining fresh, seasonal ingredients with flavor inspirations from around the world, today CPK is a global brand serving creative California cuisine in nearly 200 restaurants in 10 countries and US territories. From signature, hand-tossed pizzas and premium entrees to better-for-you options, premium wines and handcrafted beverages, CPK adds an imaginative twist to create an unforgettable dining experience. For more information, visit cpk.com. Chat with us on Twitter at @calpizzakitchen, Instagram at @cpk and Facebook at facebook.com/californiapizzakitchen.
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