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Vitality Bowls Celebrates Superfood Success in 2016

by | Dec 22, 2016 | Blog

BY FRANCHISING.COM – Superfood Cafe Chain Reflects on Year of Remarkable Accomplishments and Healthy Growth.

Fueled by strength derived from superfoods, Vitality Bowls continues to revolutionize healthy food across the country.

In the past 12 months, America’s fast-casual superfood café chain has signed 27 new agreements in markets across the country, opened 11 new restaurant locations in three new states, added a sixth corporate location, unveiled six new brand initiatives and launched a new consumer-facing website.

The brand, which was founded in 2011 and began franchising in 2014, has been well received by entrepreneurs across the country. In its two years of franchising, the brand has seen exceptional growth with more than 40 cafés currently open and in development.

The brand expects to continue growing with that same momentum in 2017, with plans to open an additional 24 locations and secure 50 additional territories.

“2016 has been a milestone year for us,” said Tara Gilad, co-founder of Vitality Bowls. “As we celebrated Vitality Bowls’ five-year anniversary this year, we had so many successes to be thankful for – but even more to look forward to. 2017 will be our year to utilize the momentum we’ve built to continue redefining the fast casual healthy food restaurant sector.”

In addition to the array of nutrient-packed options already listed on Vitality Bowls’ food allergy-friendly menu, the brand is now offering guests the following at select locations:

  • Superfood coffee bar
  • Organic kombucha and organic cold brew coffee
  • New all-natural, grass fed, humanely raised meats for salads and panini
  • New salad menus (Spinach Salad: Spinach, Goat Cheese, Quinoa, Strawberries, Almonds, House-Made Balsamic Vinaigrette and Kale Salad: Kale, Cucumbers, Goat Cheese, Quinoa, Celery, House-Made Dijon Vinaigrette).
  • Additional superfoods, including hemp seeds and dates
  • Delivery partner services

Moving into 2017, Vitality Bowls plans to lead several new initiatives in addition to franchise development. Other brand objectives for the next year include partnering with additional schools for fundraisers and conducting more research around the sourcing of new superfoods.

“The success achieved in the past year has allowed us to further refine and perfect not only our brand, but also our franchise opportunity,” added Gilad. “We’re eager to continue building a healthy, strong foundation for our brand to build on and can’t wait to see all of the incredible opportunities and franchise partners in 2017.”

As Vitality Bowls expands, the brand is awarding franchise opportunities to qualified individuals who share the company’s vision, who will follow the proven business model and who are driven to succeed. Tailored to owners and operators that place value in the nation’s nutritious food movement, the franchise model provides structure and scalability. Many of the current franchisees began as loyal customers who wanted to be a part of the future of healthy food chains. Franchisees can open up to three stores in a protected territory.

Complete with thorough training, site selection support and marketing programs, the Vitality Bowls’ business model has been cultivated to attract individuals or teams with an ambition to succeed as well as strong values and solid community connections.

To learn more about Vitality Bowls franchise opportunities, visit https://franchise.vitalitybowls.com/ and for more information about the brand, visit the company website at http://vitalitybowls.com.

Vitality Bowls Enjoys Milestone Year in 2016

by | Dec 22, 2016 | Blog

BY QSR MAGAZINE – Fueled by strength derived from superfoods, Vitality Bowls continues to revolutionize healthy food across the country.

In the past 12 months, Vitality Bowls has signed 27 new agreements in markets across the country, opened 11 new restaurant locations in three new states, added a sixth corporate location, unveiled six new brand initiatives, and launched a new consumer-facing website.

The brand, which was founded in 2011 and began franchising in 2014, has been well received by entrepreneurs across the country. In its two years of franchising, the brand has seen exceptional growth with more than 65 cafés currently open and in development

The brand expects to continue growing with that same momentum in 2017, with plans to open an additional 24 locations and secure 50 additional territories.

“2016 has been a milestone year for us,” says Tara Gilad, co-founder of Vitality Bowls. “As we celebrated Vitality Bowls’ five-year anniversary this year, we had so many successes to be thankful for—but even more to look forward to. 2017 will be our year to utilize the momentum we’ve built to continue redefining the fast casual healthy food restaurant sector.”

In addition to the array of nutrient-packed options already listed on Vitality Bowls’ food allergy-friendly menu, the brand is now offering guests the following at select locations:

  • Superfood coffee bar
  • Organic kombucha and organic cold brew coffee
  • New all-natural, grass fed, humanely raised meats for salads and panini
  • New salad menus (Spinach Salad: Spinach, Goat Cheese, Quinoa, Strawberries, Almonds, House-Made Balsamic Vinaigrette and Kale Salad: Kale, Cucumbers, Goat Cheese, Quinoa, Celery, House-Made Dijon Vinaigrette).
  • Additional superfoods, including hemp seeds and dates
  • Delivery partner services

Moving into 2017, Vitality Bowls plans to lead several new initiatives in addition to franchise development. Other brand objectives for the next year include partnering with additional schools for fundraisers and conducting more research around the sourcing of new superfoods.

“The success achieved in the past year has allowed us to further refine and perfect not only our brand, but also our franchise opportunity,” says Gilad. “We’re eager to continue building a healthy, strong foundation for our brand to build on and can’t wait to see all of the incredible opportunities and franchise partners in 2017.”

As Vitality Bowls expands, the brand is awarding franchise opportunities to qualified individuals who share the company’s vision, who will follow the proven business model and who are driven to succeed. Tailored to owners and operators that place value in the nation’s nutritious food movement, the franchise model provides structure and scalability. Many of the current franchisees began as loyal customers who wanted to be a part of the future of healthy food chains. Franchisees can open up to three stores in a protected territory.

Complete with thorough training, site selection support and marketing programs, the Vitality Bowls’ business model has been cultivated to attract individuals or teams with an ambition to succeed as well as strong values and solid community connections.

Vitality Bowls on way to First Coast

by | Dec 11, 2016 | Blog

BY THE FLORIDA TIMES-UNION – California-based superfood purveyor Vitality Bowls, specializing in Açaí Bowls, smoothies, fresh juices, soups, salads, and panini, is headed to Jacksonville. It is finalizing plans with local franchise operators and a formal announcement is expected soon.

Regaining a Healthy Composure with Vitality Bowls

Regaining a Healthy Composure with Vitality Bowls

by | Dec 4, 2016 | Blog

BY FORKCETIOUS –  Last month, my boyfriend and I took a midday date to Vitality Bowls in Midtown. It’s this new superfood restaurant that offers smoothies, smoothie bowls, paninis, and juices. I’d noticed a few of the people I follow on Instagram were sharing photos of the smoothie bowls they were making and so I was interested to see a restaurant that almost entirely specializes in smoothie bowls, acai bowls to be precise.

We were greeted by Ravi, the owner of the Atlanta location. He let us try three bowls — the Energy bowl, the Warrior bowl, and the namesake Vitality bowl.

Most of the bowls use the acai berry, which is rich in antioxidants and has a plethora of benefits.

Since Vitality Bowls is in Atlanta, I’ll only get a chance to go by there on the weekends, but thank goodness there are plenty of recipes to help me make smoothie bowls in the interim.

So to my friends that are struggling with their weight and a consistent workout schedule, invest more into your diet. Stop by Vitality Bowls on your lunch break or during the weekend and talk to Ravi. He’ll sit down and explain to you the benefits that come in the berries and ingredients of each bowl and juice.

Good luck on your healthcare journey and enjoy!

Entrepreneur, 19, opens first cafe in Castle Rock

Entrepreneur, 19, opens first cafe in Castle Rock

by | Nov 29, 2016 | Blog

BY CASTLE ROCK NEWS-PRESS – He’s 19 years old. He owns his own franchise location — and he’s looking to own more.

Zak Solis of Sedalia has stepped into the food industry by opening a Vitality Bowls franchise location in Castle Rock. In June that was still a dream, but with the financial help of his parents it opened in full swing Nov. 17.

“I was excited,” Zak said.

Vitality Bowls, a superfood café, strives to provide a quick and healthy dining option. The café specializes in making acai bowls, but the menu also offers a coffee bar, smoothies, juices, soups, salads and paninis.

Vitality Bowl’s dishes don’t incorporate ingredient such fillers as ice, frozen yogurt, added sugar or artificial preservatives.

A couple unexpected things happened for Zak’s opening day.

First, his mother Ninfa Cabello said, doors opened two hours ahead of schedule. Starting time was set for 10 a.m., but people were at the door by 8 a.m.

Zak, a calm and go-with-the-flow character, let them in.

Second, Nov. 17 brought Castle Rock’s first snowfall, but luckily it didn’t keep people away. Before 9 a.m. the Solis’ had given out the 50 free bowls they’d reserved for the first customers.

Jeanette Schwecke of Castle Rock and her husband Tim took their four children to Vitality Bowl’s grand opening for lunch. Tim was unexpectedly called away to a meeting, but Jeanette enjoyed the menu’s “nutty bowl” while the children ate paninis.

“It’s really, really good,” Jeanette said. “It has a lot of good flavor.”

The nutty bowl is a blend of acai, almond milk, apple juice, peanut butter, bananas, strawberries and flax seed. It’s topped with granola, almonds, honey and banana slices.

Jeanette’s only complaint was how cold the bowl was, which surprised her, she said. On a wintery day, she thought she might have preferred a soup meal. Still, Jeanette said, she will be back.

“Definitely myself and my husband,” she said.

They might not always bring their children — the acai bowls are pricy for feeding four children, she said. The bowls range from $6 to $13.

“But we get it,” she said. “Those ingredients are all really pricy. High quality.”

Jeanette said she’s also excited for a new smoothie shop in Castle Rock, an option she said the town is lacking.

Zak believes the café fits with what the town’s demographics want — healthy and clean food on the go.

His Vitality Bowl is the second location in the state and the first in Castle Rock. The other location is in Denver’s Cherry Creek neighborhood.

Zak always had his own way of thinking, Cabello said.

He first began cooking for himself at age 9.

“My parents taught me how to cook eggs so I didn’t have to wake them up in the morning,” he joked.

In reality, Zak said, he simply has a passion for food.

By 16, he concocted plans to run a food truck. He spent his free time dreaming up menu ideas and propositioning his parents for the financial help to open one.

“My whole thing was like, ‘Can you finish your homework first?’ ” Cabello said with a laugh.

The food truck didn’t pan out, but in the meantime, Zak cooked in a variety of kitchens.

He started working for McDonald’s at 14, and then graduated to the Bear Dance golf course’s bar and grill.

That led to a pizzeria in Sedalia before he tried his hand at fine dining in a Castle Rock Italian restaurant.

“He just has a passion for it,” Cabello said. “He doesn’t see it as a chore.”

All his work experiences, Zak said, are an effort to reach culinary school and open his own restaurant.

Those dreams are still alive, but before school or his own restaurant, Zak said he wants to gain more work experience in the industry.

He’s appreciative that the franchise owners are flexible with him because of his age. And, he’s looking to expand with the company.

Zak and his father, Sael, have discussed where their next Vitality Bowls location should be.

Right now, Parker and Highlands Ranch are in the running.

He hopes to open one of them in the next year and eventually a third location.

“Everything,” Zak said, “is good right now.”