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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 St Louis Bread Company instead of Panera?
In 1997, Au Bon Pain changed the company name to Panera, from a word that has roots in the Latin word for "breadbasket" and is identical to the word for "breadbasket" in Spanish and Catalan. At the same time, the St. Louis Bread Company renovated its 20 bakery-cafés in the St. Louis area.
What happened to St Louis Bread Company?
Saint Louis Bread Company was renamed Panera to position it for national growth.
What type of bread does Panera have?
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 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.”
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.
Can you use Panera gift cards at St. Louis bread?
Cards are redeemable only for purchases of food or other products online at https://www.panerabread.com/ or at participating Panera Bread and Saint Louis Bread Co. Bakery-cafes in the United States.
When did St. Louis Bread Company become Panera?
In 1993, Au Bon Pain Co. purchased the St. Louis Bread Company. In 1997, Au Bon Pain changed the company name to Panera Bread, a made-up name combining the Italian words pane (bread) and era (time)—time of bread.
What does Panera mean in Italian?
So, they renamed the restaurant Panera, which means “bread basket” in Latin.
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...•
Are Panera Bread sandwiches fresh?
While the meat in the sandwiches might have been previously frozen, it's worth noting that the sandwiches are still always made fresh.