Staccato's Soup, Stew & Chili Bars takes BC by storm!

VANCOUVER, BC (March 8, 1999) - Staccato's, an upscale fresh soup, stew and chili bar, opened its first store at Waterfront Centre in Vancouver, B.C, and has now completed deals to open 4 new units over the next 3 months. These units will be located at Eaton Centre/ Metrotown, International Village, Oakridge Shopping Centre and in Yaletown. According to David Chadwick, President and C.O.O. of Global Franchise Systems Inc., Staccato's has plans to open 6 additional units in British Columbia over the next 12 months, and enter the US market in the coming year.

Veterans of the fresh food industry, including Kevin Fortun of StockPot Soups in Redmond, WA developed the Staccato's concept. Tim Girvin Designs of Seattle, WA handled the store design. The Staccato's menu features a rotation of 25 different fresh soups, stews and chilis, served with fresh baked sourdough bread. This concept easily fits into minimal space in high traffic locations and offers consumers a fresh and convenient meal alternative.

Company headquarters are located at #214-1446 Johnston Road, White Rock, BC V4B 5E9. For franchise information or corporate inquiries, please call Global franchise Systems Inc. 1-888-333-8944 or via facsimile at 1-604-535-0192.