Beloved frozen treat franchise recognized in the ‘Sweet Tooth’ category with fans encouraged to cast their vote Dec. 8-12
Philadelphia, PA (RestaurantNews.com) Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard has been selected as a finalist in the Franchise Times Zor Awards, earning a spot in the Sweet Tooth category, which highlights the top treat franchises to buy. The annual awards recognize standout brands across 10 categories based on profitability, industry research and fan-driven online voting.
From Monday, Dec. 8 through Friday, Dec. 12, fans and franchise supporters can help Rita’s secure the top spot by voting at the official link. The Zor Awards combine data-driven analysis with fan enthusiasm, making voter engagement a central component of the final results.
“This recognition says a lot about the strength of Rita’s franchise system and the passion our fans bring to the brand every day,” said Lawrence Brown, chief development officer. “We’re honored to be named a finalist and we’d love to see our guests, franchisees and communities rally behind us.”
- WHAT: Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard named finalist in Franchise Times Zor Awards (Sweet Tooth category)
- WHEN: Voting open Monday, Dec. 8 – Friday, Dec. 12, 2025
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“This nomination underscores the momentum behind Rita’s as we continue to elevate our brand and expand nationwide,” said Carmela Hughley, senior vice president of marketing insights and innovation. “It’s a meaningful recognition and a testament to the work our teams are doing to help us grow and create even more fans.”
For more information, visit RitasIce.com. Prospective franchisees and property owners interested in opportunities in their area can visit OwnARitasFranchise.com and fill out a short contact form.
About Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard opened its doors in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, in 1984, and has been dedicated to spreading “Ice, Custard, Happiness!” ever since. Now, Rita’s is the largest Italian Ice concept in the world with over 575 shops. Guests around the world visit Rita’s to celebrate their everyday moments with freshly made cool treats in a fun-filled atmosphere. Known for its famous Italian Ice, made daily featuring real fruit, and signature Frozen Custard, Rita’s serves a taste of happiness with each delicious treat. As the brand continues to grow, Rita’s is actively seeking passionate franchise owners who want to bring its beloved treats to more communities. For more information on franchise opportunities, visit OwnARitasFranchise.com or call 1-800-677-7482.
Contact:
Betsy DeMik
Champion
972-930-9933
bdemik@championmgt.com
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