Quiznos Teams with HMSHost Corporation to Extend Quiznos Brand to New International Markets in India

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Mon Jan 12, 2009 1:44pm EST

Toasted Subs Pioneer Inks Five Year/50 Unit Agreement with HMSHost
DENVER--(Business Wire)--
Quiznos, a global leader in Quick Service Restaurants and pioneer of the toasted
sandwich, and HMSHost Corporation, a world leader in dining and shopping for
travel venues, have announced an agreement to develop three Quiznos restaurants
in India by 2010. This announcement is part of a master agreement between
Quiznos and HMSHost to develop up to an additional 50 Quiznos units over the
next five years in locations under review now. 

"We`re pleased to work with Quiznos to bring this unique made-to-order concept
with its fresh ingredients and famous baked bread to travel venues in India,"
said Vince Modica, Senior Vice President Concepts and Standards, HMSHost. He
added, "HMSHost operates 50 Quiznos restaurants in North America currently and
as a result, we know that a high-quality, freshly toasted product is what
travelers worldwide want to find in airport dining choices." 

"We are very excited about our long-standing relationship with HMSHost and are
eager to roll out this next phase in our development," said Rob Streett, Vice
President of Non Traditional Development for Quiznos. Streett continued, "This
agreement further supports Quiznos` plan to augment our store growth with
strategic operators that possess proven experience and a track record of
success. The HMSHost agreement also supports our ability to accelerate growth in
our international business by providing a strong platform to continue expansion
throughout the Asia Pacific Rim." 

In addition to the U.S., Quiznos operates restaurants in Canada, Central
America, the United Kingdom, Korea and the Middle East. 

About Quiznos

Celebrating its 27th anniversary, Denver-based Quiznos is a national chain
designed for today's busy consumers who are looking for a tasty, freshly
prepared alternative to traditional fast food restaurants. Using premium quality
ingredients, Quiznos restaurants offer creative, chef-inspired recipes for
sandwiches, soups and salads. With more than 5,000 franchise restaurants,
Quiznos is one of the fastest growing quick service restaurant chains. In
December 2007, the Quiznos management team was named the "Best New Class" by QSR
Magazine. In October 2007, Quiznos was recognized for leading the QSR industry
in wait time performance by the Mystery Shopping Providers Association's (MSPA)
2007 Wait Time Study. In May 2007, Zagat's consumer surveys listed Quiznos in
the top 5 for Top Food, Top Facilities, Top Service and Top Overall, ahead of
its direct competitors. In June 2006, Nation's Restaurant News ranked Quiznos in
its Top 100 Restaurant Chains as the #1 restaurant chain in growth in number of
units -- five years in a row. Entrepreneur magazine in January 2006 ranked
Quiznos in its annual Top Franchise 500 as the #2 Best Overall Franchise and QSR
magazine ranked the chain in its Top 50 Chains in August 2005 as #3 by change in
system-wide sales. For further information, please visit www.quiznos.com. 

About HMSHost

HMSHost is a world leader in creating shopping and dining for travel venues.
HMSHost operates in more than 100 airports around the globe, including the 20
busiest airports in North America. The Company has annual sales in excess of
$2.6 billion and employs more than 33,000 sales associates worldwide. A part of
Autogrill S.p.A., HMSHost and the rest of the Autogrill Group are recognized
leaders in travel restaurants and retail. With sales exceeding €4.8 billion,
Autogrill is present in 42 countries with more than 5,300 points of sale in more
than 1200 locations (including 216 airports and 704 motorways) where 68,000
employees serve over 890 million customers every year. Visit www.hmshost.com for
more information. 





Quiznos Media Contact:
Joe Hodas, 303-592-3849
Consumer Capital Partners
jhodas@consumercp.com
or
HMSHost Media Contact:
Susan Goyette, 240-694-4403
Senior Director, Corporate Communications and Public Relations
susan.goyette@hmshost.com



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