Sweet Treats from Bristol: A Fudge Partnership with Hard Rock
Welcome to the charming city of Bristol, Virginia, where the sweet scent of homemade fudge fills the air! You might think of the sunny beaches of Davie, Florida, when you hear about Hard Rock International, but did you know there’s a delicious connection to Bristol? Buckle up, folks, because this story is one you won’t want to miss!
Making Sweet Moves
Meet Karen Hester, the proud owner of Cranberry Lane and Southern Churn, two delightful shops nestled in downtown Bristol. Karen has struck a sweet deal with Hard Rock International, shipping her mouthwatering fudge to their locations all over the country. Imagine this: you could be enjoying a piece of Karen’s fudge in a Hard Rock cafe hundreds of miles away from Bristol!
“We’ve appreciated how they have supported our business,” Karen shared with a twinkle in her eye. Thanks to this sweet partnership, her adorable enterprise has blossomed from just one kettle of fudge to a full-fledged fudge-making operation with two kettles. Talk about a success story!
Fudge Frenzy
Now, let me tell you about the hustle and bustle over at Cranberry Lane. “It’s a great impact on my small business,” Karen explains, and she isn’t kidding! With the surge in orders, including an astonishing request for 500 packages of fudge, it’s safe to say her fudge-making team has been quite busy. “That’s a lot of fudge!” she laughs, and who can blame her?
In fact, the success has allowed Karen to hire a dedicated chef to help whip up all that delectable fudge and add some extra hands for packaging. Who would have thought that a small operation could expand like this? Well, with a little bit of support and a whole lot of deliciousness, anything is possible!
Creating Community
Hester’s fudge isn’t just sold at stores; it can also be found in the exciting Rock Shop at the Hard Rock Casino! “When we get support like that for someone, it’s huge,” she said. This kind of backing can really be a game-changer for small businesses striving to make an impact in their communities.
Hard Rock’s Commitment
Allie Evangelista, the president of Hard Rock, made it clear that the company is dedicated to helping smaller businesses thrive. “We want people to come visit Hard Rock Bristol, experience our region, not just what Hard Rock has to offer all over the world,” she stated passionately. And she means it!
Allie also mentioned that Hard Rock is on the lookout for more partners in the area. Whether it’s dry cleaning, landscaping, or food and beverage offerings, they want to keep it local, ensuring visitors get the full Bristol experience. “We’re boosting other organizations and businesses,” Allie pointed out, highlighting the initiative even before Hard Rock opened its doors.
Here’s to a Sweeter Future!
As we wrap up this sweet tale, it’s clear that the partnership between Karen Hester’s fudge and Hard Rock is just the beginning. Karen hopes this delectable relationship will continue for years to come. And who wouldn’t want to see more of that scrumptious fudge on more plates around the country?
So, next time you find yourself at a Hard Rock location, keep an eye out for that Bristol-made fudge! You just might be taking a tasty piece of our beloved city home with you.
In the world of business, it’s the small endeavors that can lead to the biggest rewards. And in this case, a dash of fudge is turning out to be the key ingredient!
