Sun Capital Partners Inc. has sold Bruegger’s Enterprises Inc. to Le Duff America Inc., the North American subsidiary of Groupe Le Duff SA.
In North America, Le Duff operates La Madeleine, Ristorante del Arte, Brioche Doree, Fournil de Pierre, Au Pain Dore and Ferme des Loges.
Details of the sale were not disclosed.
“Our new team of bakery-cafe brands will offer tremendous variety and flexibility, as well as food and beverage choices across various segments that are in high demand by travelers,” says Chris Cheek, vice president of franchise development for Bruegger’s. “Several of these brands have a proven track record and are well-respected in airports in the U.S. and internationally.”
Bruegger’s was founded in 1983 in Burlington, Vt. In 2003, it was acquired by Sun Capital of Boca Raton, Fla.; its menu offerings grew to include breads, wraps and other lunchtime menu options. According to the company’s website, it has about 295 bakeries in 26 states, the District of Columbia and Canada.
