Edible Arrangements

The most exciting and unique franchise system that is taking its shape throughout the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Puerto Rico and United Arab Emirates along with other countries is known to be Edible Arrangements International. Emerged with a new concept of designing, Edible Arrangements stores are specialized in designing fresh fruit bouquets with a look of flowers making it attractive by pouring juicy strawberries, pineapple, grapes, oranges, cantaloupe and honeydew.

The story of Edible Arrangements International started with the launch of the concept in East Haven, CT in 1999. In 2001, after the beginning of franchising in Massachusetts some additional stores followed quickly in Connecticut, Georgia and New Jersey. At present, there are a total of 800 locations that are operating throughout the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, UK and the UAE and are still increasing. The bouquets are available in a varied style and size for different occasions such as happy birthday, thank you, congratulations and sympathy. Also it is perfectly matched for business events, client gifts and employee appreciation.

Edible Arrangements International has expanded internationally and is inviting qualified prospects for franchise consideration. Three fastest growing industries are included by the Edible Arrangements: they are fresh fruit, specialty foods and gift giving. Edible Arrangements ranked 22nd in Entrepreneur Magazines HOT 500 and on March of last year, it featured in BRANDWEEK. While Edible Arrangements signed its first store in the U.A.E in Feb 2007, it also featured on the Today Show at the same year same month. Launched in Connecticut in 1999, Edible Arrangements International continued to expand since then throughout the United States. The demand for creative gift-giving and unique bouquets for special occasions made to open about five stores a week and was present in 45 states and the District of Columbia. In Canada, the growth was limited in three provinces named Ontario, Quebec and British Columbia. Edible Arrangements went overseas to Nottingham, UK in the early 2006 along with two more stores signed on in Manchester, UK and Birmingham, West Midlands. This trend of gift-giving emphasized to lead a healthy lifestyle. In U.A.E. the growth of Edible Arrangements International has been steady and was identified by its ambitious real estate projects, world-class sporting events, and a lucrative tourism industry.

Edible Arrangements with its fresh ideas and products, was a perfect complement for the growth and prosperity as well as an appropriate way in cooling down the desert heat. Their first scheduled location was in Dubai in 2007. To meet the satisfactory demand of the consumers

Edible Arrangements International has a team dedicated towards research and design. Focusing to increase walk in traffic and develop awareness of the Edible Arrangements brand, one of its products, a Frutation, within the store is a great way. The customers enjoys a fresh treat like a Fruithy included with all natural fresh fruit smoothies, Frusala or dipped fruit from Frutation while picking or placing their Edible Arrangements orders. Ediblearrangements

Edible Arrangements Dubai ( UAE )

The Edible Arrangements concept was launched in the United States in 1999 and began franchising in 2001. Currently Edible Arrangements have over 700 stores already operating worldwide and more are planned to open in the near future. Currently there is a unique opportunity one can avail being a franchisee store owner of Edible Arrangement and be a part of the fastest growing business.Edible Arrangements has been ranked 4th out of America's 500 fastest growing private companies by INC magazine.Our bouquets are made from specially selected, premium, fresh fruit designed to look like flowers. They are perfect for any occasion from birthdays, thank you, congratulations and sympathy to business events, client gifts and employee appreciation. It's the perfect complement for any event, whether you're entertaining a large crowd or just one special person.

In 2006 Edible Arrangements® launched Frutation®, a new concept that has taken fresh fruit products to the next level. Frutation is an all natural fruit station with a product collection that targets consumers who want a fresh and delicious treat on the go. The menu includes a variety of items such as Fruithy® (fruit smoothie), FruiceTM (fresh juice), FruSaladTM (fruit salad), Frusala® (spiced fruit salad), FruSundaeTM (fruit sundae) and dipped fruit. The concept provides a unique and healthy option and is built upon the reputation of Edible Arrangements® which is known for its product quality, novelty and excellent service.

Edible Arrangements® and Frutation continue to expand internationally and invite qualified prospects to join our franchise system. As an Edible Arrangements® franchise owner, not only will you be a part of a business that involves three of America's fastest growing industries (fresh fruit, specialty foods and gift giving), but you will also have the advantage of accessing a custom designed business system. The Edible Arrangements® support team will assist you in all aspects of your business from site selection to comprehensive training in the corporate office and at your store location. You will have access to extensive manuals that detail how to run your business from operations to marketing and accounting. Edible Arrangements® technology is designed in-house including all proprietary software systems, software support, web development and E-campaign management for all Edible Arrangements® stores.

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Edible Arrangements Overview

Edible Arrangements® specializes in creating delicious fruit designs filled with fresh strawberries, pineapple, grapes, oranges, cantaloupe, honeydew, bananas and pears. Arrangements are guaranteed fresh and are available in a variety of styles and sizes. They are perfect for any occasion from happy birthday, thank you, congratulations and sympathy to business events, client gifts and employee appreciation. Each arrangement is made to order and can be customized with a jar of all natural fudge and a special occasion mylar balloon. All ingredients are natural, no preservatives or sweeteners are used.
The Edible Arrangements® concept was launched in East Haven, CT in 1999. The company began franchising in 2001 in Massachusetts with additional stores quickly following in Connecticut, Georgia and New Jersey. Edible Arrangements® is currently growing internationally, with stores throughout United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, United Kingdom and U.A.E.

In 2006 Edible Arrangements® launched Frutation®, a new concept that will take fresh fruit products to the next level. Frutation® is an all natural fruit station with a product collection that targets consumers who want a fresh and delicious treat on the go. The menu includes a variety of items such as Fruithy (smoothies), fresh juices, fruit salads, spiced fruit salads, fruit sundaes and dipped fruit. The concept provides a unique and healthy option and is built upon the reputation of Edible Arrangements® which is known for product quality, novelty and excellent service.

Edible Arrangements® continues to expand nationwide and invites qualified prospects to join our franchise system. As an Edible Arrangements® franchise owner, not only will you participate in a business that involves three of America's fastest growing industries (fresh fruit, specialty foods and gift giving), but you will also have the advantage of accessing a custom designed business system. The Edible Arrangements® support team will assist you in all aspects of your business from site selection to comprehensive training in the corporate office and at your store location. You will have access to extensive manuals that detail how to run your business from operations to marketing and accounting. Edible Arrangements® technology is designed in-house including all proprietary software systems, software support, web development and e-campaign management for Edible Arrangements® stores.