Are Panera and St Louis bread Co the same?
Today, Panera operates as both Panera Bread® or Saint Louis Bread Co St. Louis Bread Company in 48 states, the District of Columbia and Canada. To find a location in your area, click here. Panera Bread is privately held by JAB Holding Company.
Why is it called bread Co in St Louis?
Louis area. These shops were so successful that in 1999 Shaich decided to do something drastic: he sold off Au Bon Pain and devoted all his resources to The St. Louis Bread Company, which he renamed Panera Bread. He remains CEO of the company to this day.
Who owns Panera Bread?
JAB Holding CompanyPret Panera I G.P.Panera Bread/Parent organizations
What kind of bread does Panera use?
Panera at Home offers five whole grain sliced breads, all with 13-21 grams of whole grain per slice. Look for Multi-Grain, Baker's Grains, Baker's Oats, and both smooth and grainy 100% Whole Wheat varieties in the bread aisle wherever you buy groceries (available in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions).
What happened to St. Louis Bread Company?
Saint Louis Bread Company was renamed Panera to position it for national growth.
What happened to Panera?
Panera Bread CEO and founder Ron Shaich says the decision to sell the bakery cafe to German conglomerate JAB for $7.5 billion is “bittersweet.” “I wasn't really looking for this in any way,” Shaich told Fortune in an interview following the announcement. “To be honest, we have been hugely successful.”
Who owns Chick Fil A?
Brothers Dan and Bubba Cathy own and run fast-food chain Chick-fil-A, founded by their father S. Truett Cathy (d. 2014) in 1967 in Atlanta. Dan is chairman and CEO of the chain, which has 2,500 outlets--nearly all franchises--in the U.S.; younger brother Bubba is executive vice president.
Does Starbucks own Panera?
JAB Holding's $7.2 billion acquisition of bakery-cafe chain Panera Bread on Wednesday vaults the investment firm into the exact same lunch business that Starbucks is trying to penetrate. While Starbucks has been attempting to improve its fare for years, it has yet to establish itself as a legitimate dining spot.
What does Panera mean in Italian?
So, they renamed the restaurant Panera, which means “bread basket” in Latin.
Do you get more soup in a bread bowl?
If you're hungry, you should know that when you order your Panera soup in a bread bowl, you're only getting a cup of actual soup. For a little extra, says The Krazy Koupon Lady, order the bread bowl without soup and get a bowl of soup—which is a full 12 ounces of soup—and just pour it in yourself.
What is the healthiest bread at Panera?
Breads: The bread with the fewest calories is the whole grain miche with 130 per serving. Other good choices are the whole grain baguette or whole grain loaf with 140 calories (each option also has 3 grams of fiber per serving).
What is the best bread to eat with soup?
Best breads for soupFrench baguettes are versatile for creamy or brothy soups.Sourdough is a favorite to mop up hearty, earthy soups.Rye has a bold flavor that matches tomato and creamy soups.White bread is absorbent and buttery but doesn't offer many flavors.Multigrain goes well with hearty stews.More items...•
Cafe Sandwiches
classic sandwiches become legendary on great bread, served with mayonnaise, spicy mustard, lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, salt and pepper, pickles and your choice of side, or substitute a small fresh fruit cup for an additional $0.79 extras: avocados $0.6
Signature Sandwiches
crust and crumb inspire sandwich creativity, served with a pickle spear and your choice of side, or substitute a small fresh fruit cup for an additional $0.79
Hot Panini
grilling melds flavorful ingredients and fresh hearty bread, served with your choice of side, or substitute a small fresh fruit cup for an additional $0.79
Salads
bread's slow-rise texture and taste complement garden-fresh goodness, all salads served with your choice of side, all-natural chicken available on any salad for an additional $1.59, or steak filets or tuna salad for $1.29
Dinner Salads
available after 4pm with any crispani purchase, served with your choice of side, all-natural chicken available on any salad for an additional $0.99
Panera Kids
fresh, fun meal choices, sandwiches served on white whole grain bread with a squeezable organic yogurt and your choice of organic milk, chocolate milk or apple juice.
Freshly Baked Bagels
asiago cheese, blueberry, cinnamon crunch, Dutch apple and raisin, everything, featured chocolate, French toast, plain, sesame, whole grain
