Owen O'Callaghan, Managing Director O'Callaghan Properties, joined
O'Briens Franchise Partner Leonard Lynch at the opening of his
10th store, O'Briens 100th store in Ireland, largest O'Briens
store worldwide, with 265 seats, at Mahon Point, Cork, on Tuesday,
1st February, 2005.
Cork brothers Leonard and Bill Lynch beat off stiff competition
from local, national and international fast food outlets to win
the contract for the 265 seater unit in Mahon Point, Cork.
" O'Briens new third generation store concept, extended quality
food offering including juice bar and hot food counter clinched
the deal for us", explained Franchise Partner Leonard
Lynch.
"
The biggest O'Briens worldwide will definately enhance the
centre's overall offering. It is really terrific to see Irish
brands
securing prime locations in premier shopping centres such as Mahon Point,
and exciting for O'Briens as we break the 100 store mark",
added Brody Sweeney, CEO and Founder O'Briens Irish Sandwich
Bars.
"
Leonard and Bill Lynch are one of our most successful Franchise
Partners. This year their store in Douglas Court Shopping
Centre beat over 265 stores, across 13 countries to claim the title, "Group
Store of the Year 2004", added Brody. "We would
like to wish them every success with Mahon Point".
The O'Briens new 3rd generation store concept includes soft furnishings,
and warm atmosphere, ensuring that visitors to the centre can
relax and enjoy a filling breakfast, leisurely lunch or a coffee
or smoothie on the go. O'Briens new extended range includes hot
roast baguettes, speciality soups, and Hot Wrappo's TM.
O'Briens new contemporary design is further enhanced by an exclusive
tile designed by renowned Irish Ceramic Artist Orla Kaminska.
O'Briens are located in 13 countries, with over 265 stores world-wide.
O'Briens were awarded Irish Retail Franchise of the Year 2004
by the Irish Franchise Association.
ENDS
For further information and photos:
Elaine Mellon
086 8123 704
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