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Froyo Gives Back, 2021 Edition

Happy National Frozen Yogurt Month! It’s the time of year that we like to recognize frozen yogurt shops for giving back. We know that many of you have raised funds and donated to worthy causes, sponsored non-profit cause related events, hosted toy drives and blood drives, offered free or discounted froyo to law enforcement, teachers,… Read more »

Froyo in Argentina: History, Trends, and Shops

Argentina has the third largest economy in Latin America and a population of 44.94 million. The three largest cities by population are Buenos Aires (2.9 million), Cordoba (1.3 million), and Rosario (1.19 million). Freddo and Tentissimo were the first to offer froyo in Buenos Aires in 2010. Neither were froyo shops. In 2011, several froyo… Read more »

Froyo in Brazil: History, Trends, and Shops

As the largest economy in Latin America, Brazil was naturally a place where frozen yogurt shops opened early. Brazilians are known for their love of acai and health-consciousness; froyo seemed like it would be a natural fit for the population. The largest cities are Sao Paulo (12.33 million), Rio de Janiero (6.75 million), Brasilia (3.06… Read more »

April 2021 Froyo Shop Openings and Closings

With the warmer weather, there were even more new froyo shop openings this month, 30 openings, than last month, 21 openings. Llaollao led the way with 6 new stores in April. In terms of countries, Indonesia had the most with 6 new openings, followed by the US with four, Malaysia with three, and Ecuador with… Read more »

Ovvi POS Announces New Mobile Tablets under Ovvi Go Brand

This news was provided by Ovvi. STAFFORD, TX – May 6, 2021 – Ovvi, a leading developer of innovative technology for the restaurant, hospitality and retail industries, is proud to announce the next enhancement in their technology. Ovvi has released a new handheld, 100% cloud based mobile tablet under the Ovvi Go Brand.  Released April… Read more »

Mother’s Day Froyo Specials

Moms love froyo, whether you give her a gift card, froyo cake, in-person froyo date, or a froyo delivery. We’re tracking Mother’s Day froyo specials this year, to encourage you to treat your mom to froyo. TCBY, which turns 40 this year, continues their tradition of offering free froyo for moms on Mother’s Day this… Read more »

New Book, Yoghurt: A Global History & Giveaway

Want to learn more about the global history of yoghurt/yogurt? As members and followers of the International Frozen Yogurt Association, we suspect you do. We’d like to announce a new book, Yoghurt: A Global History by June Hersh. June is also the author of Recipes Remembered, a Celebration of Survival and The Kosher Carnivore. June… Read more »

Ovvi Expands to Serve Canadian Market, Opens New Office in Toronto

This news was provided by Ovvi. STAFFORD, TX – April 27th, 2021 – Ovvi, a leading developer of innovative technology for the restaurant, hospitality and retail industries, is proud to announce that due to its remarkable growth, the organization has opened a new office location in Toronto, Canada and will house Ovvi’s growing Canadian Sales… Read more »

Don’t Sacrifice Style for Sustainability: Use Colorful Eco Cups

Happy Earth Day 2021! Our association has always stressed the importance of eco-friendly froyo shop practices. Last year, we highlighted eight eco-friendly shops. The coronavirus pandemic forced many froyo shops to switch to a takeout and delivery only model. Use of reusable froyo containers had to be suspended, along with self-serve froyo and toppings. With… Read more »