Chain: la Madeleine

la Madeleine Debuts New Spring Selections

Time to snap out of the winter blues and put the chilly season behind you with la Madeleine’s new delectable spring menu. This spring, escape to the French countryside with rustic, authentic flavors that say bonjour to warmer days. French-inspired mini croques, a fresh salade with a sweet twist and an irresistible citrus cake are the […]

La Madeleine Parkway Village Opens in Houston

La Madeleine Country French Café opened the doors to its 15th Houston-area café on March 7, with a new location in Parkway Village. Dallas-based la Madeleine specializes in preparing authentic country French cuisine including a variety of fresh-baked artisan breads, pastries and desserts, as well as signature salades, sandwiches, and soupes, including its famous caesar […]

John Cahill Named Chief Operating Officer of la Madeleine Country French Café

La Madeleine Country French Café has announced that John Cahill, a 10-year veteran at la Madeleine, has been named chief operating officer. In his new role, Cahill will manage strategic direction of the brand while overseeing the operations, culinary, marketing, and purchasing functions. “I look forward to leading the brand’s growth as we continue to […]

La Madeleine Intros Breakfast, Free Wi-Fi

Beginning today, la Madeleine Country French Cafés across the country will help guests say bonjour to a better morning by expanding its breakfast menu and beginning to introduce Wi-Fi access to cafés. Guests can ease into the day with the rich aroma of la Madeleine’s signature French roast coffee and the comforts of a quiet […]

La Madeleine Adds Smart Choices to Menu

La Madeleine Country French Cafés are adding new options to its popular, everyday Smart Choices menu. These delicious new alternatives are only available for a limited time, now through March 20. With the holiday revelry over, many of us are watching our dietary intake. La Madeleine’s smart choice offerings are both satisfying and delicious for […]

Finalists for 2011 Best Practices Announced

People Report and sister company Black Box Intelligence announce the finalists for the 2011 Best Practices awards, to be presented Nov. 3, at the annual “People, Profits, Planet” summit for its members.                  The following 12 companies are being recognized and are to be congratulated for their achievements in creating workplaces that are thriving and making […]

Group Formed to Manage Second Largest Bakery-Café

Recognized as the second largest bakery-café company worldwide, French-based Groupe Le Duff has announced the creation of Le Duff America to manage its North American café brands, which includes la Madeleine Country French Café, Bruegger’s Bagels, Timothy’s World Coffee, and Brioche Dorée.  The new organization will allow its North American brands to combine their expertise, […]

La Madeleine Opens U.S. Franchising

La Madeleine Country French Café began offering franchise opportunities in the U.S. to qualified franchisees and investors today. La Madeleine’s new franchise program is a bakery-café concept and investment opportunity within the fast-casual segment. The program also better positions the company for future growth through the expansion of franchised bakery-cafés in addition to its company-owned […]

La Madeleine Launches Fall Menu

As consumers wait for temperatures to begin to drop and the trees start to turn, la Madeleine Country French Café introduces some of its fall favorites, including the Savoury Sampler, which allows guests to customize a trio of menu choices. Consumers can choose any three: a petite salade, a cup of soupe, a half quiche, […]