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 »
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Press Room →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 »
Happening at Menchie’s This May: New Flavors, Custom Cakes for Mother’s Day & Graduation
A STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL IN YOUR CUP Just in time for National Strawberry Month (May), Menchie’s has introduced a new plant-based sorbet, Vegan Strawberry Sorbet. Made with real strawberries, the new flavor is gluten-free, dairy-free, and is made with no high fructose corn syrup, artificial colors, or artificial flavors. Be sure to their new Vegan Strawberry… 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 »
How Using Motimate, the Award-Winning Training App, Helped Funky Frozen Yogurt (and a Special Offer for IFYA Members)
The following article is the contribution of Marieke Bjørgung, former founder and owner of Yogurt Heaven. Marieke was a pioneer who brought the first yogurt chain to Norway back in 2009 and is now passionate about helping small, medium, and large chains worldwide to improve efficiency and maximize employee engagement at Motimate – A Kahoot!… Read more »
March 2021 Froyo Shop Openings and Closings
With the warmer weather, many seasonal froyo shops reopened this month and there were quite a few new froyo shop openings as well. Mexico led the way with four new froyo shops, followed by Malaysia and Australia with 3 each. Llaollao had three openings this month with more planned for next month. All Yogurtland locations… Read more »
