Oldest Hooters Opens in the Czech Republic
By Hooters Of America Inc., PRNEWednesday, June 2, 2010
Supporting FOD, Fond ohrozenych deti
ATLANTA, June 3, 2010 - On June 4th Hooters will open the first location in the Czech Republic,
the 29th country where you can now find Hooters nearly world famous wings!
The facade of the building the restaurant resides in was built in 1763,
making the Hooters of Prague one of the most unique Hooters locations around
the world. The restaurant also features 16 hi-definition TV's, a full bar and
a gothic basement which dates back to 1381. The Hooters of Prague is
conveniently located near the Karlovo namesti, at Vodickova 5/12, Prague
120 00, Czech Republic.
The VIP store opening celebration will be held on June 3rd supporting
FOD, Fond ohrozenych deti (The Fund for Children in Need). Hooters will be
presenting a gift of CZK 50,000 at the grand opening. FOD has been operating
in the Czech Republic since 1990 and works to assist children who have been
orphaned, abused or neglected. Much of their work involves assisting in the
placement of children in foster homes and running several homes that provide
shelter for needy families.
"We are excited to become the newest member in the Hooters family with
the opening of our first restaurant in Prague," stated J. Steven Parker, CEO,
Na Zdravi Ventures. "We expect the introduction of Hooters restaurants into
the Czech Republic to be well received by both the Prague community and the
many tourists that visit this wonderful city. We look at this as the first
step of a long-term journey to spread the theme of "Hooters Makes You Happy"
throughout the Czech Republic."
The very first Hooters opened in Clearwater, FL on October 4, 1983. The
neighborhood restaurant is a blend of unique concepts, lively classic
sports-themed bar, and casual dining restaurant. Hooters is known for its
great atmosphere, open kitchen, rocking tunes, non-stop sports action on
television, and the only place you'll find the world famous Hooters Girls.
This concept has grown exponentially not only in the States but worldwide.
This combination makes Hooters the place for everyone who enjoys great food,
cold drinks and good fun.
The company slogan "Hooters makes You Happy" has never been more true
with current menu items that include world-famous chicken wings tossed in the
customer's choice Hooters Wing Sauces, juicy "more than a mouthful" burgers,
fresh salads, sandwiches, appetizers and piping hot fries all served in
generous portions complimented by cold beer or one of Hooters signature
cocktails. Just when you think it couldn't get any better, all these things
are served to you by the Hooters Girls, a major attraction in and of
themselves. It is not uncommon for customers to forget momentarily about the
food placed before them as they watch the Hooters Girls having fun and
stirring up the lively Hooters atmosphere.
Hooters of America, Inc. is the franchisor and operator of 459 Hooters
restaurants in 42 states and 29 foreign countries. The first Hooters opened
in 1983 in Clearwater, Florida. 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 nearly world famous chicken wings, and
service provided by the All-American cheerleaders, the Hooters Girls. For
more information about Hooters visit www.hooters.com.
About Na Zdravi Ventures, a.s.
Na Zdravi Ventures, a.s. is a Czech company that holds the exclusive
franchise rights to operate Hooters restaurants in the Czech Republic and
Slovak Republic. The company, the brainchild of six U.S. and two Czech
partners, was formed in 2008 and will open its initial restaurant in Prague
in 2010. For more information about Na Zdravi Ventures, please visit
www.nazdraviventures.com.
Alexis Aleshire, Public Relations Manager, Hooters of America, Inc., +1-770-799-2256, aaleshire at hooters.com; Daniel R. Valdez, Investor Relations, Na Zdravi Ventures, +1-214-679-8891, dan.valdez at nazdraviventures.com
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