Dubaians mourning the closure of hallowed nightspot Cyclones can rejoice again: Hooters is on its way to the sandlands!
A Kuwaiti investor plans to bring the classy and tasteful American entertainment concept to the UAE:
"I am trying to secure a location to open one restaurant this year and a year from now I will have two to three potential locations," Jamal Al Shaheen, a Kuwaiti investor, who has the franchise rights for Hooters in Dubai, told Dow Jones Newswires on Tuesday.
Many stores, such as Marks & Spencer, offer customised uniforms for UAE staff. For M&S, this is a black abaya with a discreet company logo trim on the cuffs. It will be interesting to see what Hooters' shariah-compliant costumes turn out to be. "Singlets and skimpy shorts" with a Hooters-branded hijab?
And perhaps UAE banks will follow the lead of their Lebanese counterparts, and offer bank loans for boob jobs. Given they'll now be a legitimate business investment for those wanting a career as a Dubai Hooters Girl.
Franchise Agreement Signed for Introducing Popular Restaurant Concept in Israel
Hooters of America, Inc. is pleased to announce that it has entered into an exclusive franchise agreement with llana and Ofer Ahiraz to open the first Hooters Restaurant this year in Israel, with many additional locations to follow.
"We are extremely excited to introduce the Hooters concept into Israel," stated Ofer Ahiraz, Hooters franchisee. "The vibrant, fun loving Israeli community suits the fun, American, casual dining theme that Hooters Restaurants are known for. I am positive that the Israeli's quest for great food and atmosphere will end at Hooters."
There are over 430 Hooters Restaurants in the US and 23 other countries including China, Australia, Switzerland and Brazil. In the next 2 years, the soon to be World famous chain will bring its hot wings and fun atmosphere to Columbia, Dubai, Guam, New Zealand, and India as well.
"International expansion is a major focus for our company and we are very happy to add Israel to our family," stated John Weber, Executive Vice President of Franchise Operations for Hooters of America, Inc. "We plan to open 17 international restaurants this year including a second location in Australia, a fourth in China and our first in Montreal, Canada."
The Hooters brand has become a popular culture icon. In addition to the restaurants, Hooters has launched a Credit Card, Energy Drink, Magazine, Calendar, grocery store food product line and even a Casino Hotel in Las Vegas.
The first Hooters location opened its doors about 23 years ago, and today there are over 430 locations. It didn't take long for the concept to catch on in the United States followed by successful international expansion. Hooters is well known for its brand of food and fun, featuring a casual beach-theme atmosphere, a menu that features seafood, sandwiches and Hooters' signature spicy chicken wings, and service provided by the All-American cheerleaders, the Hooters Girls. For more information visit www.hooters.com.
Any chance Hooters is already in negociations to open up a restaurant also in Cairo? Let's see.... Posts: 30135 | From: The owner of this website killed ES....... | Registered: Feb 2004
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