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Yogorino Korea lauched, thanks to a Rapper

By Rajiv MenonKorea
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Irish frozen yogurt franchise Yogorino Korea has opened its first store in collaboration with a local partner.

Korean rapper Zico helped draw a crowd for the inauguration of the Yogorino store in Seogyo-dong, south-west of Seoul and home of Hongik University. Zico, named Fashion Icon of the Year, has been chosen as Yogorino’s ambassador. He is signing promotional items and customers may have a chance to meet him in one of the stores planned to roll out in Korea.

The new outlet covers two floors, including a spacious seating area. As well as frozen yogurt, Yogorino sells ice cream, coffee and cakes.

For South Korea, Yogorino has signed a master franchising deal with Italyo Korea, which has drawn up a 10-year development plan including about 100 stores, corner shops and shopping -centre kiosks, ready to be set in motion in the next few months.

Yogorino also has branches in Japan and the Philippines.

Questions & Answers

Q.

Who is the local partner Yogorino Korea is collaborating with?

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Yogorino has signed a master franchising deal for South Korea with Italyo Korea. This company is responsible for the brand's development plan in the region.

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What is the expansion plan for Yogorino in South Korea?

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Italyo Korea has created a 10-year development plan for Yogorino. This plan aims to open approximately 100 stores, corner shops, and shopping-centre kiosks across the country.

Q.

What other products does Yogorino sell besides frozen yogurt?

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In addition to frozen yogurt, Yogorino also sells ice cream, coffee, and cakes. The new two-floor outlet includes a spacious seating area for customers.

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How is rapper Zico involved with Yogorino?

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Rapper Zico, named Fashion Icon of the Year, is Yogorino's ambassador. He helped attract crowds at the store opening and will sign promotional items for customers.

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