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Subway is an American restaurant franchise that primarily sells submarine sandwiches (subs) and salads. It is owned and operated by Doctor's Associates, Inc. (DAI). Subway is one of the fastest growing franchises in the world with 35,519 restaurants in 98 countries and territories as of October 25th, 2011.[1] It is the largest single-brand restaurant chain globally and is the second largest restaurant operator globally after Yum! Brands (35,000 locations).[ Subway's main operations office is in Milford, Connecticut; Doctor's Associates, owners of Subway, was founded by Fred De Luca and Peter Buck in 1966, when they opened the second Subway restaurant in New York.[6] The name comes from the fact that Buck holds a PhD. Despite Subway marketing itself as a health-conscious restaurant, neither Subway nor Doctor's Associates are affiliated with nor endorsed by any medical organizations or doctors.[2] Fred De Luca borrowed $1,000 from family friend Peter Buck to start his first sandwich shop on August 28, 1965.[7] Subway restaurant, Pittsfield Township, Michigan Subway restaurants have been consistently ranked in Entrepreneur magazine's Top 500 Franchises, and Subway was selected as the No.2 overall franchise in 2008. Additionally, it was ranked as the No.3 "Fastest Growing Franchise", and the No.1 "Global Franchise" as well.[8] In March 2011, Subway was ranked the most popular Fast-Food Restaurant in the United States of America in a poll of over 43 thousand social media users.[9] At end of 2010, Subway restaurant surpassed McDonald's restaurant with 33,749 restaurants across the globe and 32,737 restaurants respectively, but by revenue McDonald's was still ahead of Subway.[10] Subway's core product is the submarine sandwich or "Sub", a long roll akin to a soft baguette and filled with meat, cheese and veggies. In addition to these, the chain also serves wraps and salad as well as baked goods including cookies, donuts and muffins. Menu items vary between countries and markets, however Subway's worldwide signature products include:[11] Italian BMT Steak & Cheese Meatball Marinara Chicken Teriyaki Subway Club Chicken & Bacon Ranch The chain's biggest selling sandwich.[12] The chain's biggest selling sandwich.[12] In 2006, the first kosher Subway restaurant in the United States opened in a suburb of Cleveland, Ohio. Subway spokesman Jared Fogle was in attendance at the opening. "With slight modifications, such as no pork-based products, and the use of soy-based cheese product, the menu is virtually identical to that of any other Subway restaurant."[ Most Subway restaurants in Muslim countries offer a halal menu for its local consumers. Non local customers must purchase from an alternative menu. There are also at least two Subway restaurants in the United States that do the same, three in Canada, and over one hundred in the United Kingdom. Subway is planning to open more halal restaurants.[ Subway also offers items other than sandwiches; breakfast items include such baked goods as bagels, egg & sausage sandwiches, and as of July and August 2006, "personal pizzas" are available in select markets to their menu. The personal pizzas are made upon order (as with their sandwiches) and heated "in less than 90 seconds" (cooking for 85 seconds) as advertised on televised commercials. Breakfast and pizza items are only available in some stores. Most stores offer additional toppings upon request. In November 2009, Seattle's Best Coffee announced that they'd signed an agreement to serve freshly brewed coffee as part of Subway's breakfast offerings.[18] The 2009 Zagat Fast-Food Survey rated Subway as the best provider of "Healthy Options" in the Mega Chain category. Subway was also first in the "Best Service" and "Most Popular" categories, although it was second overall behind Wendy's.[19] [edit] Nutritional content In 2011, Subway introduced gluten-free bread and brownies at some locations in Texas.[20] The company also cut the salt content in its sandwiches by 15 percent.[21] In the UK and Ireland, the Subway chain has reduced salt content across its entire range by 33% and has committed to further reductions in line with government targets, the only fast food chain in the UK to do so.[22] Additionally, the chain's range of Low Fat Subs is endorsed by the charity Heart Research UK. [23] # # # From your child's party to your corporate trade show, Mr. Balloon Wizard creates events to remember! Have a theme for your event? Some things need to be pre-made, based on size and time. From Balloon Dresses to a full size motorcycle! End
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