Schlotzsky's and Auntie Anne's Partner This Fall to Create Savory Pretzel Dipper Sandwiches With Signature Sauces

ATLANTA, GA--(Marketwired - Sep 24, 2015) - Schlotzsky's^®, home of The Original^® oven-baked sandwich and famous Fresh-from-Scratch^® buns, has partnered with Auntie Anne's^®, the world's largest hand-rolled soft pretzel franchise, to create four limited-time only sandwiches on fresh-baked Soft Pretzel Rolls paired with signature sauces -- aptly named, Pretzel Dippers.

This first-time partnership with Auntie Anne's combines the best of both brands for hot, fall sandwiches crafted to perfection in four distinct offerings that are sure to appeal to everyone's senses. Pretzel Dippers, available at all Schlotzsky's restaurants from September 28 to December 27, feature Schlotzsky's fresh meats, cheeses and other ingredients atop Auntie Anne's pretzel buns, served alongside signature dipping sauces.

The four signature Pretzel Dippers include:

• The Beef Chief - Shaved Angus roast beef topped with a trio of melted Muenster, Provolone and Swiss Cheeses and rich, caramelized onions -- served oven-baked on a Soft Pretzel Roll with French Onion au jus dipping sauce.
• The Hogfather - Sweet Italian Sausage, Piquant Pepperoni, Cotto and Genoa Salami topped with melted Muenster, Swiss and Provolone cheeses -- served oven-baked on a Soft Pretzel Roll with Bold Marinara dipping sauce.
• The Big Cheese - Four Cheeses -- melted Muenster, Parmesan, Provolone and Swiss -- layered with crisp, smoked bacon strips and vine-ripe tomatoes -- served oven-baked on a Soft Pretzel Roll with Tomato-Basil dipping sauce.
• The Ham Dunk - Shaved Black Forest Ham topped with melted Muenster, Provolone and Swiss cheeses -- served oven-baked on a Soft Pretzel Roll with Brewhaus Cheese dipping sauce.

"We are excited to debut the signature Pretzel Dippers this month, and know both our guests and Auntie Anne's customers will be eager to try all four sandwiches and sauces, too," said Schlotzsky's President Kelly Roddy. "This limited-time offer is sure to deliver a savory treat perfect for everyone's next visit to their local Schlotzsky's restaurant."

For more information or to find the nearest Schlotzsky's location, visit www.Schlotzskys.com.

About Schlotzsky's
Since 1971, Schlotzsky's^® has been the home of The Original^® oven-baked sandwich. The menu has evolved with guests' tastes to include the highest quality hot delicious sandwiches on its legendary Fresh-from-Scratch^® oven-baked sourdough buns, gourmet pizzas, Artisan flatbreads, oven-baked pastas, freshly made-to-order salads, savory soups and delicious Cinnabon^® treats at co-branded locations. With more than 350 locations in 35 states, Schlotzsky's is the fast-casual choice for a quick and fresh dining experience. For more information, visit www.schlotzskys.com.

About FOCUS Brands Inc.
Atlanta-based FOCUS Brands Inc. is the franchisor and operator of over 4,000 ice cream shoppes, bakeries, restaurants and cafes in the United States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and 60 foreign countries under the brand names Carvel^®, Cinnabon^®, Schlotzsky's^®, Moe's Southwest Grill^®, Auntie Anne's^® and McAlister's Deli^®, as well as Seattle's Best Coffee^® on certain military bases and in certain international markets. Please visit www.focusbrands.com to learn more.