Business
8 July, 2024
Cafe brand marks 35th
HOG’S Breath Café is celebrating 35 years since it was established.
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It was a momentous year in 1989 – the Berlin Wall crumbled, the World Wide Web was born, Seinfeld made its debut, Nintendo unleashed the Game Boy, and Taylor Swift entered this world.
Hog’s Breath Café set up its flagship restaurant in Airlie Beach on July 4, 1989.
Hog’s now has 26 restaurants nationwide.
Hog’s Breath Cafe chief executive officer Steve Spurgin said with its quirky decor, mouthwatering slow-cooked prime rib, iconic curly fries, and good vibes, the original cafe in Airlie Beach quickly captured hearts.
“Soon after, a second venue sprang up in Mooloolaba, marking the beginning of a series of family-owned and operated establishments around Australia,” he said.
“While the world has seen unimaginable change over the past 35 years, Hog’s Breath Cafe has remained a steadfast purveyor of slow-cooked prime rib, curly fries, and good times – or what we fondly call ‘Hog’spitality’”.
He attributed the brand’s endurance across its 26 locations to the welcoming environment and sense of community cultivated in each restaurant.
“These restaurants have always been more than just a place to grab a bite to eat – they’re a hub for bringing people together and a go-to spot for celebrating special occasions and creating lasting memories.”
Mr Spurgin said as Hog’s Breath Cafe looked to the future, the company remained committed to the values that had sustained it for three and a half decades – continued innovation in the kitchen, an unwavering focus on customer satisfaction, and strengthening community ties.
To celebrate 35 years, Hog’s Breath Cafe invites patrons old and new to join in the festivities.
Special promotions, events, and exclusive offers will be available at all restaurants.