TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 464 North Belair Road restaurant in Evans, Ga., on March 17, 2012, to benefit the American Cancer Society. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the American Cancer Society. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help fund Relay for Life in Columbia County. Additionally, funding will be allocated towards the Hope Lodge, a service that provides cancer patients and their caregiver with free housing while undergoing cancer treatment.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 212 Wall Street restaurant in Camden, S.C., on March 10, 2012, to benefit Eastern Stars. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m.,, FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Eastern Stars. The mission of Eastern Stars is to provide scholarships to as many students as possible and help promote education. Proceeds from the breakfast will go towards this years scholarship fund.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 3101 West Market Street restaurant in Johnson City, Tenn., on March 10, 2012, to benefit Embreeville Church of Christ. From 8 - 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Embreeville Church of Christ. Proceeds from the breakfast will go towards the Embreeville Church of Christ Missionʼs Ministry. The church supports several foreign and local missions from an orphanage in Liberia and a medical mission in Haiti (Agapa Christian Mission) to a home for young ladies in Elizabethton (Elizabethton Childrenʼs Home) and a Bible translation mission in Papau New Guinea (Pioneer Bible Translators).

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at 212 Wall Street restaurant in Camden, S.C., on Feb. 25, 2012, to benefit Christian Motorcyclists Association – Run For The Son. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Christian Motorcyclists Association (CMA) – Run For The Son. Motorcyclists from all over the United States and Canada will participate in the twenty-fourth Annual Run for the Son, with the plan to spread the light of Jesus around the world. Proceeds from the breakfast will fund The Truth Riders Chapter of the CMA in Camden, for the ride for Christ.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 4115 Lexington Road restaurant in Athens, Ga., on Feb. 25, 2012, to benefit American Cancer Society. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the American Cancer Society. Proceeds from the breakfast will be allocated towards the American Cancer Societyʼs Relay for Life team in Athens-Clarke County.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 3011 High Point Road restaurant in Greensboro, N.C., on Feb. 25, 2012, to benefit The Color of Reason. From 8 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support The Color of Reason: Womenʼs Community Council. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to benefit the organization in efforts to promote professional development and community leadership workshops and seminars for women and young girls. The mission of Color of Reason is to promote opportunities for women and young girls to be uplifted, respected and recognized for their achievements in their communities.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 2715 Watson Boulevard restaurant in Warner Robins, Ga., on Feb. 25, 2012, to benefit American Cancer Society. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the American Cancer Society. Proceeds from the breakfast will be allocated towards the American Cancer Societyʼs Relay for Life team in Houston County.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 1361 West Wade Hampton Boulevard restaurant in Greer, S.C., on Feb. 18, 2012, to benefit Greer Boys Track Team. From 7:30 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Greer Boys Track Team. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used for new track supplies and competition travel expenses.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 3575 St. Matthews Road restaurant in Orangeburg, S.C., on Feb. 18, 2012, to benefit Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Joann Gary Loveless Scholarship Fund. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., Joan Gary Loveless Scholarship. The Joann Gary Loveless Scholarship Fund recognizes the many students who have had to overcome significant challenges to succeed in school and may be the first in the studentʼs family to complete high school or go on to college. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help fund the scholarship.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 442 Atlanta Highway N.W. restaurant in Winder, Ga., on Feb. 25, 2012, to benefit the American Cancer Society. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the American Cancer Society. Proceeds from the breakfast will be allocated towards the American Cancer Societyʼs Relay for Life in Barrow County, an event that helps fund cancer research and aid those in need of treatment.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 42 Highway 515 restaurant in Blairsville, Ga., on Feb. 25, 2012, to benefit American Cancer Society. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the American Cancer Society. Proceeds from the breakfast will be allocated towards the American Cancer Societyʼs Relay for Life team in Union County.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 7420 Board River Road restaurant in Irmo, S.C., on Feb. 25, 2012, to benefit The Pink Posse Philes. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Pink Posse Philes. Started in 2007, the Pink Posse Philes is a group of breast cancer survivors roped together with the common bond of giving encouragement and support to others with breast cancer. Proceeds from the breakfast will go to the Pink Posse Philes Package, a program at the South Carolina Oncology Center where the ladies bring packages with items cancer patients can enjoy while having treatment. The Pink Posse Philes also have plans to expand the program to Lexington Medical and Palmetto Health Children's Hospital with the money raised.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 800 Noah Avenue restaurant in Jasper, Ga., on Feb. 25, 2012, to benefit American Cancer Society. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the American Cancer Society. Proceeds from the breakfast will go towards the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life of Pickens County. All money raised through Relay For Life will go towards Cancer Research and ACS Programs and Services. The Relay in Pickens County was started in 1996, and has grown to 24 teams for this year.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 5 Spartan Avenue restaurant in Asheville, N.C., on Feb. 18, 2012, to benefit Arc of Buncombe County. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Arc of Buncombe County. The local branch of The Arc was started in 1957 by a group of volunteers concerned with the lack of programs for children with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. The Arc helps low to moderate-income individuals and their families realize their highest potential through advocacy, education, programming and family support. Proceeds from the breakfast will help fund a summer camp for these children to interact with piers that have the same needs.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 212 Wall Street restaurant in Camden, S.C., on Feb. 18, 2012, to benefit Cub Scouts Pack 303. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Cub Scouts Pack 303. With more than one hundred scouts making up pack 303 and divided into four groups, Tiger, Wolfs, Bears and Webloʼs, the pack continues to strive to achieve the quality unit award. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help the group of young men reach goals to crossover as a Boy Scout where they embark on a different journey in making them fine young men and outstanding citizens.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 478 South Herlong Avenue restaurant in Rock Hill, S.C., on Feb. 18, 2012, to benefit American Legion Post No. 34 Honor Guard. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the American Legion Post No. 34 Honor Guard. After eight years, Post No. 34 Honor Guard continues paying respect and honor to deceased loved ones who have fought for our country by shooting three volleys of seven rifles, blowing taps and presenting a folded American Flag to the family. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help the American Legion Post No. 34 Honor Guard buy new uniforms, ammunition and maintenance and gas for transportation.

TAYLORS, SC – Cafe Enterprises Inc. proudly announces the appointment of Lisa Sales as Controller of FATZ®, a contemporary casual restaurant concept, delivering warm, friendly service with housemade, quality ingredients to create a “home away from home” for guests across 49 communities in the Carolinas, Georgia, Tennessee and Virginia.

TAYLORS, SC – Partnering with more than 940 organizations through the Short Stacks For Big Change fundraiser program, FATZ® is proud to announce it has raised more than $1,000,000 in two years to benefit local communities across North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee and Virginia. FATZ® introduced the idea of Short Stacks for Big Change in 2009 with the specific purpose of making a difference and helping the local community grow where each of its 49 restaurants are located.

TAYLORS, SC – Valentineʼs Day is traditionally a womanʼs holiday, when the lady in the relationship is showered with roses and chocolate and anything pink, but with the FATZ® Valentineʼs Day dinner special, men take center stage. Couples can switch it up this year by treating “him” to a Valentineʼs Day heʼll never forget. With the choice of a starter, a juicy cut of Prime Rib served with a favorite signature side and starting at just $14.99, this tender cut will make tender moments.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 212 Wall Street restaurant in Camden, S.C., on Feb. 11, 2012, to benefit Kappa League of Camden High School. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Kappa League of Camden High School. The Kappa Leadership & Development League is a program designed to aid young men in high school and develop their leadership talents.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 478 South Herlong Avenue restaurant in Rock Hill, S.C., on Feb. 11, 2012, to benefit Finley Road Elementary School PTO. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Finley Road Elementary School PTO. Proceeds from the breakfast will go to the PTO. They will then decide where the money should be allocated throughout the school, whether it is providing supplies in the classroom or school improvement projects, like last years new playground equipment development.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 1145 Woodruff Road restaurant in Greenville, S.C., on Feb. 18, 2012, to benefit Greenville Evening Rotary Club. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Greenville Evening Rotary Club. Chartered in 2003, the Greenville Evening Rotary Club is the only evening club in the Greenville metro area. Proceeds from the breakfast will go to the many community organizations the Rotary Club helps, such as the Reedy River Duck Derby, Early Act First Knight and Habitat for Humanity.

TAYLORS, SC – Cafe Enterprises Inc. proudly announces the appointment of Fred T. Grant, Jr. as Chief Financial Officer of FATZ®, a contemporary casual restaurant concept that acts as a home away from home for guests across 49 communities in the Carolinas, Georgia, Tennessee and Virginia.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 212 Wall Street restaurant in Camden, S.C., on Jan. 28, 2012, to benefit Student Ministries at Harvest Baptist Church. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Student Ministries at Harvest Baptist Church.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 212 Wall Street restaurant in Camden, S.C., on Feb. 4, 2012, to benefit NAACP. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the NAACP. Founded in 1909, the NAACP is the nation's oldest and largest civil rights organization.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 1615 Sandifer Boulevard restaurant in Seneca, S.C., on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012, to benefit West-Oak High School Band. From 8 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the West-Oak High School Band. Proceeds from the breakfast will be allocated towards funds for the band organization and a trip to Myrtle Beach.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 464 North Belair Road restaurant in Evans, Ga., on Feb. 4, 2012, to benefit Crossroads Fellowship. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Crossroads Fellowship. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help send students to Ministry Camp.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 6750 Pottery Road restaurant in Spartanburg, S.C., on Feb. 4, 2012, to benefit Mt. Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church. From 8 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Mt. Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help the Young Women's Association (YWA) and Brotherhood of Mt. Pilgrimʼs Missionary Baptist Church give lending hands back to the community through charity, such as providing a Thanksgiving feast to the local shelter and donating toiletries to shelters and nursing homes during Christmas.

TAYLORS, SC – As part of its ongoing re-branding efforts, FATZ® is introducing a kids meal program featuring VeggieTales®, the American series of children's series of talking vegetables whose stories convey moral lessons. The partnership coincides with the restaurantʼs dedication to staying on trend and responding to market needs.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 400 Pooler Parkway restaurant in Pooler, Ga., on Jan. 28, 2012, to benefit Club Savannah Volleyball. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support Club Savannah Volleyball.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 4586 Alexander Farm Road restaurant in Dublin, Va., on Feb. 4, 2012,, to benefit Pulaski County High School Womenʼs Basketball. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Pulaski County High School Womenʼs Basketball. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used for the Lady Cougar Boosters Club. The club will use the money to support the PCHS Women's Basketball team and help provide a variety of support for both the JV and Varsity teams with uniforms, equipment, shoes, travel gear, team meals, end of year gifts, awards and senior night festivities.

TAYLORS, S.C. – FATZ® acknowledges the continued charitable work of Operating Partner Warren Snell and his efforts to serve the Florence community. The South Carolina Association of School Resource and DARE officers recently honored Snell as the 2011 Volunteer Citizen of the year, for outstanding support, donation of time and resources and donations for the betterment of students and the School Resource Officer Program. As a Reserve Deputy Sherriff, Snell often works with law enforcement officers on various projects to enrich the community of Florence by holding fundraisers at FATZ®.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 5 Spartan Ave. restaurant in Asheville, N.C., on Jan. 28, 2012, to benefit In His Steps Dance Ministry. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the In His Steps Dance Ministry. Founded in 1998, In His Steps is an outreach ministry with the mission to offer affordable dance classes to the surrounding area that not only teach proper technique, but guide students down the path of Jesus Christ. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used for renting a theater for the annual Spring production to be held in May.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 212 Wall Street restaurant in Camden, S.C., on Jan. 21, 2012, to benefit Camden York Rite Group. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Camden York Rite Group.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 3011 High Point Road restaurant in Greensboro, N.C., on Jan. 21, 2012, to benefit Ordained Praise School of Dance. From 7:30 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Ordained Praise School of Dance. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help defray the expenses that the Company Dancers will entail as they represent the Ordained Praise School of Dance, providing an equal opportunity for all students, regardless of financial ability.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at 464 East Belair Road restaurant in Evans, Ga., on Jan. 28, 2012, to benefit Lakeside High School Baseball. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Lakeside High School Baseball team. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used for new uniforms, equipment and travel expenses. The team is looking forward to the 2012 season with hopes of bringing home a championship title.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 6750 Pottery Road restaurant in Spartanburg, S.C., on Jan. 28, 2012, to benefit Wildlife Action, Inc. From 8 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Wildlife Action, Inc. Founded in 1977, Wildlife Action was formed by a group of seven men who believed they could make a difference in conserving wildlife. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to fund a new resource building that will allow them to host groups of children year round.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 1361 West Wade Hampton Boulevard restaurant in Greer, S.C., on Jan. 21, 2012, to benefit Rotary Club of Greater Greer. From 7:30 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Rotary Club of Greater Greer. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help raise funds for Academic Scholarships for local high school students.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 1615 Sandifer Boulevard restaurant in Seneca, S.C., on Jan. 14, 2012, to benefit Tri-County Worship Center. From 7:30 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Tri-County Worship Center. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used as travel funds for middle school to college-aged students on two summer mission trips to Panama and Cambodia. This will be the twelfth year the Tri-County Worship Center has lent helping hands to third world countries.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 400 Pooler Parkway restaurant in Pooler, Ga., on Jan. 21, 2012, to benefit Lady Sharks Softball Team. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Lady Sharks Softball Team. Proceeds from the breakfast will go toward new equipment, uniforms and tournament fees for the Lady Sharks. The team started in the fall of 2011, and has high hopes to chomp their way through the rest of the season to a championship title.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 5 Spartan Avenue restaurant in Asheville, N.C., on Jan. 14, 2012, to benefit Erwin Varsity Cheerleading Squad. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Erwin Varsity Cheerleading Squad. The girls have won 10 state championships, the last nine in a row, and hope to bring home the 11th championship this year. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help send the team to the state championship and provide accommodations, food and uniform accessories.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 464 North Belair Road restaurant in Evans, Ga., on Jan. 14, 2012, to benefit Cystic Fibrosis. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support Cystic Fibrosis. Great Strides, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation's largest and most successful national fundraising event, held in May to help find a cure for the devastating genetic disease that affects tens of thousands of children and young adults in the United States. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help sponsor the walking team, “Team Awesome” for the Great Strides walk.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 1145 Woodruff Road restaurant in Greenville, S.C., on Jan. 7, 2012, to benefit Rosewill Loving Arms Covenant House. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Rosewill Loving Arms Covenant House. Rosewill Loving Armsʼ mission is to provide a safe haven and assist in transforming the lives of sexually abused and runaway females, 13 through 20 years of age in the state of South Carolina. Proceeds from the breakfast will help fund the construction of the building that will be used to house the ladies.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 1361 W. Wade Hampton Blvd restaurant in Greer, S.C., on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2012, to benefit the Girls & Boys Greer Middle College Basketball Teams. From 7:30 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Girls and Boys Middle College Basketball Teams. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to fund new equipment and uniforms for the high school varsity teams.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 100 Southport Road restaurant in Spartanburg, S.C. on Jan. 7, 2012, to benefit Life Changers Outreach Center. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Life Changers Outreach Center. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to relocate the church campus and build a new sanctuary for people throughout the Greer community.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 714 East US Highway 74 restaurant in Rockingham, N.C., on Saturday Jan. 7, 2012, to benefit Freedom Baptist Churches Youth Group. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the youth group. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help fund the third annual Youth Group Ski Trip to West Virginia.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 464 N Belair Road restaurant in Evans, Ga., on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011, to benefit Silently Serving. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Silently Serving organization. Silently Serving is a missionary in Honduras helping a school for children that have disabilities and hearing impairments. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used for school materials, student transportation and scholarships.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 1145 Woodruff Road restaurant in Greenville, S.C., on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011, to benefit k9.5 Rescue. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the k9.5 Rescue. K9.5 is a rescue that is committed to protecting animals and placing them in caring homes. Proceeds from the breakfast will go to the care of the animals in the rescue. This includes all medical care, the cost to get an animal from the shelter, food and anything else the animals may need.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 2494 Church St. restaurant in Conway, S.C., on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011, to benefit Knights of Columbus United in Charity. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Knights of Columbus United in Charity. The Knights was formed to offer financial aid to members and their families. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to benefit all associates of the Knights of Columbus United in Charity.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 1361 W. Wade Hampton Blvd. restaurant in Greer, S.C., on Saturday Dec. 17, 2011, to benefit the Palmetto Xpress Baseball Team. From 7:30 – 10 a.m. FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the baseball team.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 400 Pooler Pkwy restaurant in Pooler, Ga., on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011, to benefit St. Vincent de Paul Our Lady of Lourdes. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the society of St. Vincent de Paul Our Lady of Lourdes Conference. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is an international organization that started in the mid 1920ʼs serving the poor. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help those in need in the Chatham and South Effingham Counties.

TAYLORS, SC – “Santaʼs little helpers” are spreading lots of cheer this time of year with FATZ® holiday deals, from gift cards to mouthwatering meals. FATZ® gives gift cards year round, but during the holiday season they make the perfect stocking stuffer because they never go out of style, and they never expire. FATZ® lovers spend $30 on gift certificates and receive $5 back or spend $100 and get $20 back.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 464 N. Belair Road restaurant in Evans, Ga. on Dec. 10, 2011, to benefit the Harlem High School Band Boosters. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Harlem High School Band Boosters. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help fund the band and their travel expenses to participate in the halftime show of the Orange Bowl.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 3101 W. Market Street restaurant in Johnson City, Ten., on Dec. 10, 2011, to benefit Ashley Academy. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Ashley Academy. Proceeds from the breakfast will be allocated throughout the academy in order to support several causes from refurbishing a playground and enhancing student technology to new library books and need-based scholarships.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 6750 Pottery Road restaurant in Spartanburg, S.C., on Dec. 10, 2011, to benefit the Spartanburg Christian Academy Senior Class. From 8 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Spartanburg Christian Academy Senior Class. Proceeds from the breakfast will be allocated towards the senior class trip to New York City for mission work.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 5 Spartan Ave. restaurant in Asheville, N.C., on Dec. 3, 2011, to benefit Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help fuel the efforts of the Hominy Valley Crisis Ministry in purchasing food for those in need throughout Buncombe County.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 212 Wall Street restaurant in Camden, S.C., on Dec. 3, 2011, to benefit Get Hope Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Get Hope Wesley Chapel United Methodist church. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used for the reconstruction of the Wesley Chapel church building.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 1361 W. Wade Hampton Blvd. restaurant in Greer, S.C., on Dec. 3, 2011, to benefit G-Fab Greer High Step Team. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the GFab Greer High Step Team. This is the teamʼs second year at Greer High and their first opportunity to participate in a competition – scheduled for the evening of Saturday, Dec. 3, 2011, at Furman. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to fund G-Fab and their travel expenses to other competitions, as well as for new uniforms.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 3101 W. Market St., Suite 101 restaurant in Johnson City, Tn., on Dec. 3, 2011, to benefit the United Way of Washington County. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the United Way of Washington County. Proceeds from the breakfast will be allocated towards helping the 17 partner agencies of the United Way. To better serve the community for those at risk or at need throughout Washington County, The United Wayʼs services range from crisis needs and helping the homeless to after-school care for children and adult day services for the elderly.

TAYLORS, S.C. – To benefit the South Carolina Special Olympics, FATZ®, home of the World Famous Calabash Chicken®, will be hosting a Calabash and Cops Tip-A-Cop event on November 18 and 19, 2011, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., at the restaurant on 2494 Church Street in Conway. Law enforcement officers from the Conway Police Department will be seating and serving FATZ® guests in exchange for tips that will go directly to benefit Special Olympics.

TAYLORS, SC – FATZ® has partnered with Toys for Tots and the Jasper Marine Corps to host a toy drive on Dec. 3, 2011, from 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. The event offers an opportunity for the community to get involved and donate toys for Christmas to needy children in the area. By playing an active role in the development of one of our nationʼs most valuable resources – our children – the U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots Programʼs primary goal is to deliver a message of hope that will assist the children in becoming responsible, productive, patriotic citizens.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 212 Wall Street restaurant in Camden, S.C., on Nov. 19, 2011, to benefit X-Ample Youth Group. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the X-Ample Youth Group. The youth program is for students from eighth through twelfth grade at Highway Pentecostal Holiness. Proceeds from the breakfast will go towards the annual trip to Gatlinburg, Ten., for a youth conference where students will attend Christian workshops, concerts and services to help strengthen their relationship with Christ.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 5 Spartan Avenue restaurant in Asheville, N.C., on Nov. 19, 2011, to benefit Kiwanis Club of Asheville. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Kiwanis Club of Asheville. Established 92 years ago, The Kiwanis Club of Asheville dedicates time to changing the world one child and one community at a time. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used for many children charities ranging from the Neonatal Unit at Mission Hospital to a Christmas shopping spree for homeless children.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 6750 Pottery Road restaurant in Spartanburg, S.C., on Nov. 19, 2011, to benefit Jennifer Fortner Fund. From 8 -10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Jennifer Fortner Fund. In March of 2009, Jennifer was diagnosed with stage 4 Carcinoid Cancer, and her family and friends formed a group, "Jenn's Friends" to help support her. With the help of ʻJennʼs Friendsʼ many charity functions have been held and proceeds from the FATZ® breakfast will be used to help this mother of two take care of medical expenses.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 3575 St. Matthews Road restaurant in Orangeburg, S.C., on Nov. 19, 2011, to benefit Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Delta Eta Beta Chapter at South Carolina State University. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Delta Eta Beta Chapter. Founded in October 1932, the organization Chi Eta Phi Sorority is a professional association for registered professional nurses and student nurses representing many culture and diverse ethnic backgrounds. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to fund the mentoring program for freshman and sophomore nursing students at the university.

TAYLORS, SC – Partnering with many organizations through the Short Stacks For Big Change fundraiser program, FATZ® is proud to announce it has raised more than $1,000,000 to benefit local communities across North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee and Virginia. FATZ® introduced the idea of Short Stacks for Big Change in 2009 with the specific purpose of making a difference and helping the local community grow where each of its 49 restaurants are located.

TAYLORS, SC – Turkey, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie and family – those are what make Thanksgiving special. But, instead of slaving over a hot stove and deep cleaning the house for guests, FATZ® makes Thanksgiving stress-free by opening each of its 49 restaurants, on Thanksgiving Day from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. A contemporary casual restaurant concept, FATZ® acts as a home away from home for guests across the Carolinas, Georgia, Tennessee and Virginia, and provides a solution to the Thanksgiving dinner menu this year by giving thanks to itʼs customers and staying open for the holiday.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 3140 E. Andrew Johnson Hwy restaurant in Greeneville, Ten., on Nov. 12, 2011, to benefit the Marine Corps League. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Marine Corps League. Proceeds from the breakfast will go towards the Junior ROTC Scholarship Fund and Marine families in need.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 212 Wall Street restaurant in Camden, S.C., on Nov. 12, 2011, to benefit both Refuge Baptist Church and the Kindergarten Class at Camden Elementary. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money for both organizations. Proceeds from the Refuge Baptist Church breakfast will be used to buy presents for children in the community through ʻActs of Kindness.ʼ The Kindergarten class at Camden Elementary is raising money for Relay for Life and supplies for the class room.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 2715 Watson Boulevard restaurant in Warner Robins, Ga., on Nov. 12, 2011, to benefit Safe Kids of Houston County. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support Safe Kids of Houston County. Today Safe Kids USA is one of the 19 member countries of Safe Kids Worldwide, with more than 600 local coalitions and chapters in communities across the United States. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to continue educating injury prevention directly to children and their families.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 3101 W. Market Street restaurant in Johnson City, Ten., on Nov. 12, 2011, to benefit the Johnson City Power Board Volunteer Committee. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Johnson City Power Board Volunteer Committee. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to raise funds to provide local children in the Johnson City school system with Christmas gifts.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 100 Southport Road restaurant in Spartanburg, S.C., on Nov. 5, 2011, to benefit Greater St. James Temple Charity Ministry. From 7 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Greater St. James Temple Charity Ministry. The St. James Temple was established in 1942, and is opening a new ministry for women to come together for fellowship and share their wisdom and experiences. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to support the growth of the ministry.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 3575 St. Matthews Road restaurant in Orangeburg, S.C., on Nov. 5, 2011, to benefit Miracle Revival Church. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Miracle Revival Church.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 5 Spartan Ave. restaurant in Asheville, N.C., on Nov. 12, 2011, to benefit The Smoky Mountain Toy Run. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to help support the Eblen Charities and the Saint Nicholas Project. With the help of the Smoky Mountain Toy Run proceeds from the breakfast will be used to provide Christmas gifts, clothes, food and other items to the children and families that the Eblen Charities work with throughout the year.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® has joined forces with the Columbia County Sheriffʼs Office to help raise money for the 9th annual Day with a Deputy program at the 464 North Belair Road restaurant in Evans, Ga. The program provides local children with the chance to spend a day with a Deputy and shop for much needed necessities and holiday gifts.

TAYLORS, SC – Itʼs almost lunchtime and the sound of stomachs rumbling echo down the office hallway. The new FATZ® lunch menu, “Make Yourself At Home,” offers incredible value, healthy options and a variety of combos to satisfy those rumbling tummies. Located in Georgia, Tennessee, Virginia and the Carolinas, FATZ® makes it easier to pick favorite menu items by offering an extended lunch menu and a two-tiered combo of “Choose Any Two” or “Choose Any Three” for under $8.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 2494 Church Road restaurant in Conway, S.C., on Oct. 29, 2011, to benefit Wildlife Action. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Wildlife Action. Founded in 1977, Wildlife Action was formed by a group of seven men who believed they could make a difference in conserving wildlife. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to continue developing one of the southeast's fastest growing volunteer conservation organizations.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 464 North Belair Road restaurant in Evans, Ga., on Oct. 29, 2011, to benefit Columbia County Relief Fund. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Evans Lionʼs Club. The Lionʼs Club is an international organization that helps people wherever needed, from supplying books for needy children to transporting the elderly. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help the Evans Lionʼs Club raise funds for the Columbia County Relief Fund.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at 212 Wall Street restaurant in Camden, S.C., on Oct. 29, 2011, to benefit the Camden Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Youth Program. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the DST Youth Program. The DST Alumnae Chapter is a Public Service Sorority with the goal to be involved in their community and help create a better environment by giving back through service and financial support whenever possible.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 212 Wall Street restaurant in Camden, S.C., on Oct. 22, 2011, to benefit both the New Vision Church Building Fund and the Women on the Move Scholarship Fund. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money for both foundations.

TAYLORS, S.C. – To benefit the Humane Society of Greenwood, FATZ®, home of the World Famous Calabash Chicken®, will be hosting a Calabash and Cops Tip-A-Cop event on Oct. 15, 2011, from 11 a.m. – Close, at the restaurant on 1302 Montague Avenue in Greenwood, S.C. Law enforcement officers will be seating and serving FATZ® guests in exchange for tips that will directly support the Humane Society of Greenwood, a not-for-profit organization committed to the compassionate care and protection of animals.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 100 Southport Rd. restaurant in Spartanburg, S.C., on Oct. 22, 2011, to benefit Hands on Japan. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Pinewood Baptist Church. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to raise money for an upcoming mission trip to Japan.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 2494 Church Street restaurant in Conway, S.C., on Oct. 22, 2011, to benefit Sallie Sessions. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support Sallie Sessions. Sallie has been battling ovarian cancer for the past three years and proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help reduce the financial difficulty the family has incurred.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 5 Spartan Ave. restaurant in Asheville, N.C., on Oct. 22, 2011, to benefit the AB Tech Radiography Program. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the AB Tech Radiography Program. The mission of the AB Tech Radiography Program is to provide the clinical and didactic education necessary to develop competent entry-level radiographers for the healthcare industry located in Western North Carolina. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to raise money for an upcoming off-campus medical trip.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 400 Pooler Parkway restaurant in Pooler, Ga., on Oct. 15, 2011, to benefit Groves High School Cheerleading. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Groves High School Cheerleading. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help fund future tournaments and uniforms.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 118 Hill Top Way restaurant in Forest City, N.C., on Oct. 15, 2011, to benefit Rutherford County Habitat for Humanity. From 7 - 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to purchase materials for several upcoming Habitat for Humanity projects and their mission to eliminate substandard housing and to build safe, decent and affordable housing for low to moderate income families in Rutherford. In 2012, Rutherford County Habitat for Humanity plans to build 5 more houses in the Hope View Estates subdivision in Spindale.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 2494 Church St. restaurant in Conway, S.C., on Oct. 15, 2011, to benefit Conway Disabled Veterans Auxiliary, Chapter 57. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Conway Disabled Veterans Auxiliary, Chapter 57. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to benefit disabled veterans and their families.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 1361 W. Wade Hampton Blvd. restaurant in Greer, S.C., on Oct. 15, 2011, to benefit Dennis Krett. From 7 - 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support Dennis Krett. With Marathon Church supporting the breakfast, proceeds from the breakfast will be used to fund Dennis Krettʼs physical therapy rehabilitation program as he incurred multiple fractured bones and a spinal injury from a car accident in June.

TAYLORS, SC – As part of its ongoing re-branding efforts, FATZ® has updated its Kids Program. The revamping directly coincides with the restaurantʼs dedication to staying on trend and responding to market needs.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 464 North Belair Road restaurant in Evans, Ga., on Oct. 8, 2011, to benefit The Martinez – Evans Optimist Club. From 7 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support The Martinez – Evans Optimist Club. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help fund research to end childhood cancer.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 4586 Alexander Farm Road restaurant in Dublin, Va., on Oct. 8, 2011, to benefit the Dublin Volunteer Fire Department – Ladies Auxiliary. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Dublin Volunteer Fire Department – Ladies Auxiliary. The mission of the Ladies Auxiliary is to support the firefighters of the Dublin Volunteer Fire Department in their pursuit of life safety, incident stabilization and environmental/property preservation of the citizens they serve and their respective members.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 5 Spartan Ave. restaurant in Asheville, N.C., on Oct. 8, 2011 to benefit the Carolina Christian School Volleyball Team. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Carolina Christian School Volleyball Team. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to go to the National Association Of Christian Athletes (NACA) held Nov. 1 – 4, in Dayton, Tn., as the team continues to hold its perfect season record.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 3101 W. Market St. restaurant in Johnson City, Tn., on Oct. 1, 2011, to benefit Jonesborough Middle School. From 7 - 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Jonesborough Middle School. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to purchase new school supplies for students to use in their classrooms. This is the schoolʼs first time pairing with FATZ® as their new partner in education.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 212 Wall St. restaurant in Camden, S.C., on Oct. 1, to benefit Bethel Worship Center High Intensity Youth Group. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors tomembers of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Bethel Worship Center High Intensity Youth Group. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to raise a generation of accountable teenagers that will pursue significance in life and leave their individual mark on the world.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 464 N. Belair Rd. restaurant in Evans, Ga., on Oct. 1, 2011, to benefit Kane & Co. Dance Productions. From 8:30 - 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support Kane & Co. Dance Productions. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to support the local dance teamʼs competition costs, with hopes of making it to a championship. Funds will also go to designer purchases of costumes and entrance fees to shows.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 6750 Pottery Rd. restaurant in Spartanburg, S.C., on Oct. 1, 2011, to benefit the Landrum High Track and Field Team. From 8 - 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Landrum High Track and Field Team. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to purchase championship rings for the 2011 Class A Track and Field State Championship. After beating over 25 teams, the Cardinals are also celebrating their victory at the pancake breakfast.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 1361 W. Wade Hampton Blvd. restaurant in Greer, S.C., on Oct. 1, 2011, to benefit Upstate Express Girls Traveling Team. From 7 - 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Upstate Express Girls Traveling Team. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to fund the upcoming softball season.

TAYLORS, SC – For the first time in FATZ® history of 23 years, the restaurants are excited to host the wedding of locals Tonya Braddy and Steven Steinbach at the 2715 Watson Blvd location in Warner Robins, Ga. On Oct. 8, 2011, from 10 – 11 a.m., the couple will exchange vows at the restaurant where their love began.

TAYLORS, S.C. – FATZ®, the contemporary, casual restaurant chain located in the Carolinas, Georgia, Tennessee and Virginia, announces the grand opening of FATZ® Greensboro, joining the Regional Road location as the second restaurant in Greensboro. Marking the 49th FATZ® location, the new restaurant will open its doors mid-November and is located at 3011 High Point Road. FATZ® Greensboro will accommodate 202 people in the 6,000 square-foot building and will, of course, provide the same quality service and craveable food that FATZ® is famous for, from the World Famous Calabash Chicken® and Poppy Seed Rolls to the new Lite Side Menu containing 10 items under 550 calories.

TAYLORS, SC – The smell of great American food, being surrounded by friends and family and the sound of a TV commentator yelling, “Heʼs on the 20, the 10, the 5, TOUCHDOWN!” Itʼs the perfect tailgate scenario, and FATZ® makes it easier to have the ultimate tailgate experience with the top 10 tailgate tips for the 2011 football season. FATZ®, located in Georgia, Tennessee, Virginia and the Carolinas, offers a pig skin pig out with its 2011 Tailgate Menu, featuring the Babyback Ribs Party Tray, FATZ® Slider Sandwiches and the World Famous Calabash Chicken® Tray, to name a few.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 400 Pooler Parkway restaurant in Pooler, Ga., on Sept. 24, 2011, to benefit the Springfield Lodge #440 F&AM and the Masonic Lodge. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Springfield Lodge #440 F&AM and the Masonic Lodge. Proceeds from the breakfast will be divided between the Rainbow Girls and the Masonic Childrenʼs Home of Georgia.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 422 Atlanta Hwy restaurant in Winder, Ga., on Sept. 24, 2011, to benefit Friends of the Lynn Family. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes. With the Winder Barrow Saints supporting the breakfast, proceeds will be used to help the family raising the children who lost their mother after a tragic domestic dispute last month.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 212 Wall Street restaurant in Camden, S.C., on Sept. 24, 2011, to benefit Lugoff-Elgin High Schoolʼs Journalism Department. From 7:30 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Lugoff-Elgin High Journalism Department. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help the students of the yearbook team pay to attend local and regional scholastic journalism conferences where they can receive in-depth instruction from professionals and nationally recognized journalism teachers.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 1361 West Wade Hampton Blvd. restaurant in Greer, S.C., on Sept. 24, 2011, to benefit the Blue Ridge Corps of Cadets. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Blue Ridge Corps of Cadets. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help fund the new uniforms for the Cadets. With the last championship title in 2008, The Corps of Cadets want to come out in style this year.

FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the Waccamaw restaurant in Spartanburg, S.C., on Sept. 24, 2011, to benefit The Family of Elias Jackson. From 8 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes. With Hollywild Zoo supporting the breakfast, proceeds will be used to help the Jackson family payoff expenses after their 2 year old son, Elias, was tragically taken when a tree limb fell on him while playing in his own front yard.

FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 400 Pooler Parkway restaurant in Pooler, Ga., on Sept. 17, 2011, to benefit the Savannah Youth Bowling ALL Stars. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Savannah Youth Bowling ALL Stars. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help fund the teamʼs banquet party after “striking out” a wonderful season.

FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 464 N. Belair Rd. restaurant in Evans, Ga., on Sept. 17, 2011, to benefit Wrap-A-Vet. From 7 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Wrap-A-Vet. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help the VA Nursing Home of Georgia buy blankets for Veterans.

FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 1361 W. Wade Hampton Blvd. restaurant in Greer, S.C., on Sept. 17, 2011, to benefit the Blue Ridge High School Volleyball Team. From 7 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Blue Ridge High Volleyball Team. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help the team buy more equipment, uniforms and travel expenses for tournaments. Since their last championship in 1992, the lady tigers are on the prowl for another title.

FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 3101 W. Market Street, Suite 101 restaurant in Johnson City, Tenn., on Sept. 17, 2011, to benefit the City Youth Ballet. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the City Youth Ballet. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to support the many performances provided to the general public and schools throughout the community. Its mission is to provide dance entertainment and education to the Northeast Tennessee community by offering an extensive repertoire of classical and contemporary ballet performances.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 5 Spartan Ave. restaurant in Asheville, N.C., on Sept. 17, 2011, to benefit Hominy Valley PTA. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Hominy Valley PTA. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to fund the Hominy Valley Elementary School to ensure that every student receives a top-notch education.

FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 4951 Centre Pointe Drive restaurant in North Charleston, SC, on Sept. 10, 2011, to benefit Remnant Productions – “Mark 6:4” Play. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Remnant Productions – “Mark 6:4” Play. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to support the production costs of the play. The play, “Mark 6:4,” brings attention to some of the challenges facing our homeless veterans and calls all Americans to do their part to assist them. The performance will début on Veteranʼs Day, Nov. 11, 2011, with a second performance on Nov. 13, 2011.

FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 212 Wall Street restaurant in Camden, SC, on Sept. 10, 2011, to benefit the D.R. Congo, AFRICA, Memorial Basketball Court. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the D.R. Congo, AFRICA, Memorial Basketball Court. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to raise money for the Basketball Court at Shalom University in memory of David Stroup.

FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at 464 North Belair Road restaurant in Evans, GA, on Sept. 10, 2011, to benefit the Benoit Models Augusta Fashion Show. From 7:30 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Benoit Models Augusta Fashion Show. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help fund the participating designersʼ line of clothing in the December 2011 fashion show.

FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 5 Spartan Avenue restaurant in Asheville, NC, on Sept. 10, 2011, to benefit Carpenterʼs Heart. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Carpenterʼs Heart. Founded in April 2009, Carpenterʼs Heart is a growing group of Christians who want to make a difference in their local communities and in countries across the world. From building churches in Honduras and villages in Yojah to cutting firewood and caring for the elderly in nursing homes in local communities, Carpenterʼs Heart provides a spiritual connection as well as giving people a place to call home. Proceeds from the breakfast will go to the current project of building an orphanage in Honduras.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the East Dixon Boulevard restaurant in Shelby on August 27, to benefit the Cleveland County March of Dimes. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Cleveland County March of Dimes. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to raise awareness for the March of Dimes and Cleveland Countyʼs mission to improve the health of babies and on time delivery. The Cleveland County March for Babies raised nearly $25,000 and had 400 walkers in attendance in 2010. Their goal this year is to meet and exceed last yearʼs numbers and to become one step closer to having all babies born healthy.

TAYLORS, SC – Summer is slowly coming to an end and fall is right around the corner, and that means more excuses to get out of work early and enjoy the remainder of the summer grilling season. FATZ® is making it easier to understand the essentials for creating the perfect grilled entrée with the top 10 grilling tips of 2011. If summer rain showers prevent the ideal grilling situation, FATZ® offers an array of menus with a multitude of delicious grilling items, from Killer Shrimp and Ribs to Premium Bone-In Pork Chops.

TAYLORS, SC – As summer vacations wind down and school is right around the corner, FATZ® is giving its guests one last reason to celebrate with its Guest Appreciation Month. From Aug. 1 to Aug. 26, FATZ® says thanks to its loyal regulars by offering the opportunity to win exciting prizes like gas cards, FATZ® gift cards, college memorabilia, concert tickets and more, and a grand prize trip to North Carolinaʼs Crystal Coast – the favored Atlantic Beach destination for generations. There are three total grand prizes, each one consisting of a seven-night stay in a beachside home provided by Shorewood Real Estate. “Beach Place,” “Angelfish Cottage” and “Shore is Fun” each feature oceanside views and spacious accommodations for the whole family.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the West Wade Hampton Boulevard restaurant in Greer on August 13, 2011, to benefit Greer Community Ministries. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support Greer Community Ministry. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to benefit the four programs of Greer Community Ministries: Meals on Wheels, Senior Dining, Food Pantry and Clothing Closet. Greer Community Ministries is a faith-based organization that builds strong bonds of service and fellowship within the community. Their efforts to end hunger for the elderly, homebound and disadvantaged are essential in helping those in need get the life sustaining treatments they need.

TAYLORS, SC – In 2011, FATZ® Franklin has partnered with numerous organizations through its Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser program, raising $6,500 and counting to benefit the local community. Ranked best overall restaurant two years in a row in Macon County, Operating Partner Chris Watts and FATZ® employees lend helping hands and great food to bring neighbors together and enrich the community.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at North Belair Road restaurant in Evans, GA, on August 6, 2011, to benefit the First Baptist Church of Evans. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the First Baptist Church of Evans. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to assist in the fundraising efforts for “Singing for a Cause,” a Youth Choir Mission Trip to Canada in 2012. The First Baptist Church of Evans was founded on August 10, 1930, and was formed to create a Baptist church in a rural community. Over the years The First Baptist Church of Evans has served as a lighthouse in the Evans community, offering a hand to various activities.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the Spartan Avenue restaurant in Asheville on July 23, to benefit the Enka High School Color Guard. From 8 – 10 a.m. FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support Enka High School Color Guard. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help the team of 25 students travel to many competitions this coming school year, as well as to purchase new Carolina blue and white uniforms.

TAYLORS, SC – FATZ® is honored to host a pancake breakfast at the Rock Hill restaurant on July 30, 2011, from 7:30 – 10:00 a.m., to benefit the Rock Hill Lionʼs Club. FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the efforts of the Rock Hill Lionʼs Club. The Rock Hill Lionʼs Club is the youngest and largest social service organization in the world dedicated to helping others with blindness, deafness, drug abuse and to raise awareness on diabetes. Money raised from the breakfast will specifically help aid Rock Hillʼs goal to support the Sight First program, known for recycling eye glasses for over 70 years.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the North Belair Road restaurant in Evans on July 23. This breakfast is to benefit local high school students participating in BIZ U. BIZ U is a business immersion summer camp hosted by Junior Achievement and the Hull College of Business at Augusta State University.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® Spartan Avenue in Asheville is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the restaurant on July 30, 2011, to benefit The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation® supported by Ride for Kids®. From 8 – 10 a.m. FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation®. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help find the cause of and cure for childhood brain tumors. Each year 4,150 children are diagnosed with a pediatric brain tumor in the U.S., making this cause near and dear to many hearts.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the Hill Top Way restaurant in Forest City on July 30, to benefit Rutherford Regional Health Systemʼs Relay for Life Campaign. From 7-10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to support Rutherford Regional in the effort to raise money for Relay for Life. All proceeds from the breakfast will be donated to the American Cancer Society to further cancer research. Relay for Life brings together more than 2,000 people and offers everyone in the community an opportunity to participate in the fight against cancer. Last year Rutherford County raised more than $200,000 for the American Cancer Society during the Relay for Life campaign.

TAYLORS, S.C. – FATZ® would like to acknowledge the charitable work of Operating Partner Warren Snell and his continued efforts to serve the Florence community. Snell was recently honored by the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce as the 2011 Small Business Person of the Year, recognizing his never-ending mission to raise funds and awareness for local organizations. As a Reserve Deputy Sherriff, Snell often works with law enforcement officers on various projects to enrich the community of Florence by holding fundraisers at FATZ®. Most recently, Snell was named president of the Florence and Pee Dee Area Sports Council, where he will continue his community involvement through athletic tournaments, recreation team sports and school sports, including area universities. To say that Snell has established himself as a true leader in the Florence community is clearly an understatement.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the Woodruff Road restaurant in Greenville, SC, on July 9, 2011, to benefit the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). From 7:30 to 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the DAV. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to build better lives for Americaʼs disabled veterans and their families. Since inception in 1920, the DAV has offered benefits assistance for veterans, assisting in filing claims to the Veterans Affairs office for compensation, vocational rehabilitation, education and health services. They also offer services to active duty military, including pre-discharge transition assistance.

TAYLORS, S.C. – FATZ®, the contemporary, casual restaurant chain located in the Carolinas, Georgia, Tennessee and Virginia, announces the grand opening of FATZ® Johnson City, joining Bristol and Kingsport as the third location in the Tri-cities area. Marking the 48th FATZ® location, the new restaurant will open its doors June 20, 2011, at 11 a.m., and is located in the Shoppes on West Market at 3101 West Market Street, Suite 101. FATZ® Johnson City will accommodate 160 people in the 4,800 square-foot building and will, of course, serve the same quality service and craveable food that FATZ® is famous for throughout the Southeast, from the World Famous Calabash Chicken® and Poppy Seed Rolls to the new Lite Side Menu and tender Babyback Ribs ToGo.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the Interstate Boulevard restaurant in Anderson on June 18, 2011, to benefit The Miss Teen Anderson Pageant. From 7:30 – 10:00 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money in support of The Miss Teen Anderson Pageant and the South Carolina Miss America pageant, encouraging positive achievement by helping to nurture and build the scholastic achievement, creative accomplishment, healthy living and community involvement of our nationʼs youth.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the Wall Street restaurant in Camden on June 25, to benefit Camden Kershaw Youth Council NAACP. From 7:30 - 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the Camden Kershaw Youth Council NAACP. The organizationʼs mission is to inform youths of the endless opportunities for African Americans and other racial and ethnic minorities. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help fund young peopleʼs participation in local democracy by giving them a voice in the community.

TAYLORS, SC – FATZ® is pleased to host a dinner fundraiser at the Lincolnton restaurant on June 15, 2011, from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m., to raise money for the Lincolnton High School Band. All proceeds from the fundraiser will be used to support the music program at Lincolnton High School, including uniforms, instruments and the Wolvesʼ participation in statewide competitions.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the Wall Street restaurant in Camden on June 18, to benefit Childrenʼs Miracle Network. From 7:30- 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the efforts of Childrenʼs Miracle Network, which touches more lives than any other charity dedicated to children. Proceeds from the breakfast will go toward childrenʼs hospitals, as well as medical research and community awareness of childrenʼs health issues.

TAYLOR, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the South Regional Road restaurant in Greensboro, NC, on June 11, to benefit the Preparing Our Youth Foundation. From 8:30 – 10:30 am, FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the preparing Our Youth Foundation. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help fund the progression of young, underserved students through character building, entrepreneurial and leadership experiences.

TAYLORS, SC – To benefit the Georgia Special Olympics, FATZ®, home of the World Famous Calabash Chicken, FATZ® will be hosting a Calabash and Cops Tip-A Cop event June 4, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., and 4 – 8 p.m., at the Evans restaurant on 464 North Belair Road. Law enforcement officers will be seating and serving FATZ® guests in exchange for tips that will go directly to support the Special Olympics. Officers from Columbia Countyʼs Police Department will be participating in the event.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the Forest Drive restaurant in Columbia, SC, on May 21, 2011, to benefit Hidden Wounds. From 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support military veterans. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to help military veterans or active-duty military personnel suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and/or depression.

TAYLORS, S.C. – Cafe Enterprises, Inc. and FATZ® proudly announce the launch of a completely re-designed website to serve as a primary resource for guests to explore craveable menu offerings and sizzling specials. Boasting an increased focus on food, improved restaurant locator and expanded social functionality, the site also welcomes a new web address (www.FATZ.com).

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the Waccamaw restaurant in Spartanburg on May 7, 2011, to benefit The Children Shelter of the Upstate. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support the childrenʼs shelter. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to cover the shelterʼs general operating expenses, including food, utility bills and special trips for the kids.

TAYLORS, S.C. – To benefit the South Carolina Special Olympics, FATZ®, home of the World Famous Calabash Chicken®, will be hosting a Calabash and Cops Tip-A-Cop event on May 5, 2011, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., and 5 – 10 p.m., and May 6, 2011, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., at the restaurant on 2007 W. Lucas Street in Florence. Law enforcement officers will be seating and serving FATZ® guests in exchange for tips that will go directly to support the Law Enforcement Torch Run and the 21,400 Special Olympics athletes in South Carolina. Officers from the South Carolina Highway Patrol, Florence County Sheriff’s Office, Darlington County Sheriff’s Office and City of Florence Police Department will be participating in the event.

TAYLORS, S.C. - FATZ® is honored to host a pancake breakfast at the Gaffney restaurant on April 9, 2011, to help Corinth Baptist Church raise funds for the Cleveland Park Accident Fund. From 8 – 10 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community to help raise money to aid victims and their families affected by the train accident at Cleveland Park that took the life of a 6-year-old boy and injured 15 others. All attendees are encouraged to bring a donation to help members of the community impacted by this tragic accident.

TAYLORS, S.C. – To benefit the South Carolina Special Olympics, FATZ®, home of the World Famous Calabash Chicken®, will be hosting a Calabash and Cops Tip-A-Cop event on April 29, 2011, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., and 5 – 8 p.m., at the restaurant on 4951 Centre Point Drive in North Charleston. Law enforcement officers will be seating and serving FATZ® guests in exchange for tips that will go directly to support the Law Enforcement Torch Run and the 21,400 Special Olympics athletes in South Carolina. Officers from Charleston law enforcement agencies including the Fraternal Order of Police Tri-County Lodge 3 will be participating in the event.

TAYLORS, S.C. – FATZ®, the contemporary, casual restaurant chain located in the Carolinas, Georgia, Tennessee and Virginia, announces plans to expand the company in the Tri-city area with FATZ® Johnson City. The new restaurant marks the 48th FATZ® and the fifth location in Tennessee, joining restaurants in Bristol, Greeneville, Elizabethton and Kingsport. FATZ® Johnson City will open this summer, located in the Shoppes on West Market at 3101 West Market Street, Suite 101. The new restaurant will accommodate 160 people in the 4,800 square foot building, serving the same craveable food and quality service that FATZ® is famous for throughout the Southeast.

TAYLORS, S.C. – To benefit the South Carolina Special Olympics, FATZ®, home of the World Famous Calabash Chicken®, will be hosting a Calabash and Cops Tip-A-Cop event on April 26 - 27, 2011, from 4 – 9 p.m., at the restaurant on 996 Pine Log Road in Aiken. Law enforcement officers will be seating and serving FATZ® guests in exchange for tips that will go directly to support the Law Enforcement Torch Run and the 21,400 Special Olympics athletes in South Carolina. Officers from the Aiken County Sheriffʼs Office, WSI-SRS Team and other law enforcement agencies will be participating in the event.

TAYLORS, S.C. – To benefit the South Carolina Special Olympics, FATZ®, home of the World Famous Calabash Chicken®, will be hosting a Calabash and Cops Tip-A-Cop event on April 14 - 15, 2011, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., and 5 – 8 p.m., at the restaurant on 5590 Forest Drive in Columbia. Law enforcement officers will be seating and serving FATZ® guests in exchange for tips that will go directly to support the Law Enforcement Torch Run and the 21,400 Special Olympics athletes in South Carolina. Officers from the Richland County Sheriff’s Department, Forest Acres Police Department and Columbia Police Department will be participating in the event.

TAYLORS, SC - FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the Pooler restaurant on April 9, 2011, to benefit South Effingham Middle School Boys and Girls Soccer Teams. From 7:45 – 10:30 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money for the middle school soccer teams, which will use the proceeds for new uniforms, equipment and the end-of-season awards ceremony.

FATZ® Easley will reopen its doors to members of the community on April 1, 2011, after temporarily closing for a major remodel of the exterior and interior of the restaurant, which is located at 5051 Calhoun Memorial Parkway in Easley, S.C. Renovations include a refreshed bar area, brand new patio and banquet room along with new table tops, lighting and updated color palette to offer guests a fresh, modern and welcoming atmosphere.

TAYLORS, SC – To benefit the South Carolina Special Olympics, FATZ®, home of the World Famous Calabash Chicken®, will be hosting a Calabash and Cops Tip-A-Cop event March 16 - 17, 2011, from 11 a.m. – 10 p.m., at the Lexington restaurant on 942 East Main Street. Law enforcement officers will be seating and serving FATZ® guests in exchange for tips that will go directly to support the Law Enforcement Torch Run and the18,000 Special Olympics athletes in South Carolina. Officers from the Town of Lexington Police Department and the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department will be participating in the event.

TAYLORS, SC – FATZ® Easley will be closed March 28 – 31, 2011, for a major remodel of the exterior and interior of the restaurant, including a refreshed bar area and brand new patio and banquet room. Located at 5051 Calhoun Memorial Parkway in Easley, FATZ® is revamping their restaurant and reopening on April 1, 2011, to offer guests a fresh, modern atmosphere, complete with new tabletops, lighting and updated color palette.

Cafe Enterprises Inc. proudly announces the appointment of Stephen Loftis as vice president of marketing of FATZ®, a contemporary casual restaurant concept that acts as a home away from home for guests across 47 communities in the Carolinas, Georgia, Tennessee and Virginia. During his first few months at Cafe Enterprises Inc., Loftis has spearheaded the relaunch of the FATZ®’ brand and name change from “Fatz Cafe” to “FATZ®” in late February 2011. In conjunction with the brand relaunch, Loftis has played a key role in developing the Lite Side menu in response to guest’s feedback and industry trends, which introduces healthier options of FATZ® favorites under 550 calories to help guest’s maintain their diet goals. He has also been responsible for creating a branding strategy for the company’s well received pancake breakfast fundraiser, which raised over $475,000 in 2010 for various organizations ranging from local schools to the United Way and strives to raise even more in 2011.

TAYLORS, SC – Cafe Enterprises Inc. proudly introduces FATZ®, a contemporary, casual restaurant concept formerly known as Fatz Cafe, with 47 restaurant in the Carolinas, Georgia, Tennessee and Virginia. The new brand and logo represent FATZ®’s message to evolve and stay current for its guests while continuing to provide quality, craveable food in an environment that feels like home.

TAYLORS, SC – Fatz Cafe is honored to host a pancake breakfast at the Pooler restaurant on Feb. 26, 2011, from 7:30 – 10:00 a.m., to raise money for The Alzheimer’s Association of the Coastal GA Region. The Alzheimer’s Association is dedicated to eliminating Alzheimer’s disease through advancing research, providing programs and services to those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and serving as an advocate while spreading awareness of brain health to reduce the risk of dementia. Money raised from the breakfast will benefit the Savannah Walk to End Alzheimer’s, an event that will take place on October 15, 2011, to help aid The Alzheimer’s Association’s goal to support individuals with Alzeimer’s and their families who often serve as their caregivers.

TAYLORS, SC – Fatz Cafe is honored to host a pancake breakfast at the Aiken, SC, restaurant on Jan. 29, 2011, from 8:00 – 10:00 a.m., to raise money for one of its own employees. Joanne Schander, a server who has worked at the Fatz Cafe – Aiken since its opening five years ago, has recently been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and will be out of work for months.

TAYLORS, SC – The Gaffney location of Fatz Cafe has partnered with many organizations through its Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser program, raising $42,331 in 2010 to benefit the local community. Groups big and small, ranging from local schools, church groups and non-profits, have participated in the Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser. The program goal is to lend a helping hand and great food to bring neighbors together and enrich the Gaffney community.

TAYLORS, SC- Fatz Cafe partnered with many organizations through its Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser program, raising $477, 748 in 2010 to benefit local communities in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee and Virginia. Groups big and small, ranging from local schools, churches and non-profits, have participated in the Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser program. The program goal is to lend a helping hand and great food to bring neighbors together and enrich communities across the Southeast.

TAYLORS, SC – To benefit the South Carolina Special Olympics, Fatz Cafe, home of the world famous Calabash Chicken, will be hosting a Calabash and Cops Tip-A-Cop event on Dec. 30, 2010, from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 – 8:00 p.m., and Dec. 31, 2010, from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m., at the Florence restaurant on 2007 West Lucas Street. The roles are reversed as guests of Fatz Cafe give cops orders as law enforcement officers seat and serve customers in exchange for tips that will go directly to support the 18,000 Special Olympics athletes in South Carolina. Officers from the Florence County Sheriff’s Office, Darlington County Sheriff’s Office, South Carolina Highway Patrol and City of Florence Police Department will be participating in the event.

TAYLORS, SC – As a finalist for the 2010 Restaurant Neighbor Award, Fatz Cafe has been recognized for its community outreach and philanthropic efforts through its pancake breakfast program. Operating Partner Bruce Dressler started the pancake breakfast initiative in September of 2008, which has raised more than $85,000 to support various organizations in his local Irmo community. To celebrate the award and Dressler’s efforts, Fatz Cafe will be providing a free pancake breakfast at the Irmo restaurant on Oct. 23, 2010, from 7:30 – 10:30 a.m. Fatz Cafe will turn into a hotspot for hotcakes, encouraging guests to donate money through server tips to benefit Hope for BraveHEARTS, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping fund research for congenital heart defects.

TAYLORS, SC – Fatz Cafe has joined forces with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital for Halloween to scare out cancer and other catastrophic diseases for the entire month of October. Children of St. Jude’s have decorated participating Fatz Cafe locations in South Carolina and Georgia in a Halloween theme, giving guests the option to add to the décor and help their fundraising efforts one pumpkin at a time.

TAYLORS, SC, September 7, 2010 – The first Fatz Cafe opened 22 years ago in a converted peach shed in Spartanburg, SC, and now, 47 restaurants later, Fatz Cafe is celebrating its birthday by bringing back some favorite dishes from years past and introducing five brand new creations. With appetizers starting from $3.99 and entrees starting at $6.99, every member of the family can join the party from Sept. 9 – Nov. 11, 2010, with 17 different meal options and, of course, birthday cake Fatz style with The “Oh My Gosh” Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich.

TAYLORS, S.C. (June 2, 2010) -Fatz Cafe has recently raised more than $142,000 by serving pancake breakfasts in partnership with local charities throughout the Southeast.

Taylors, S.C. - Cafe Enterprises, Inc. is pleased to announce the winners of the Fatz Cafe Mother's Day Love Notes Sweepstakes. The sweepstakes offered contestants a chance to with one of four Grand Prizes consisting of a $100.00 Fatz Cafe Gift Card.

Taylors, S.C. - Warren Snell, Operating Partner for Fatz Cafe of Florence received a letter of commendation, Mar. 31, from Lt. Wayne Howard of the Florence County Sheriff's Office.

PRESS RELEASE: GREENVILLE, SC (March 4, 2010) - Fatz Cafe operating partner, Bruce Dressler, was recently named as Restaurant Manager of the Year by the South Carolina Hospitality Association. Created more than 50 years ago, the Restaurant Manger of the Year award is one of several Stars of the Industry awards which recognize the accomplishments of individuals in South Carolina's hospitality industry.

Taylors, S.C. - Last year, Fatz Cafe opened its doors for the first time on Thanksgiving Day. Due to an overwhelming positive response they will do it again-at all 47 locations. Guests can enjoy all of their Fatz favorites or a special holiday meal at an unbeatable price. For only $10.99, guests will enjoy juicy turkey with home-cooked sides including cornbread stuffing, gravy, sweet potato casserole, green beans, cranberry sauce, a slice of traditional pumpkin pie and a non-alcoholic beverage.

Taylors, S.C. - Fatz Cafe, the 47-unit Southeastern family-friendly restaurant chain known for its World Famous Calabash Chicken®, announced a new value-packed menu this week to complement their traditional favorites of great food with southern flair. For the past year, Fatz has been testing and sampling the new items to gauge guests' input. In addition to new better priced menu choices, all rib and beef entrees now include a side and choice of soup or salad, adding even more value to an already popular menu.

TAYLORS, SC – Fatz Cafe is pleased to announce that, thanks to Operating Partner Bruce Dressler, the Irmo, SC, restaurant has been named a finalist for the National Restaurant Association’s 2010 Restaurant Neighbor Award. Fatz Cafe is recognized by the National Restaurant Association through the Restaurant Neighbor Award program, honoring companies each year that have gone above and beyond in giving back to their communities.

Taylors, S.C. - In response to significant guest demand, Party of Two will be available again at all Fatz Cafe restaurants, Cafe Enterprises, parent company of Fatz Cafe, announced today. Starting Monday, August 31st, the popular Southeastern restaurant chain offers you and your guest an appetizer to share and two of your Fatz Favorites Entrees for just $20. The special menu has 8 delicious entrée selections like Tender Beef Medallions, juicy Char-grilled Chops, delicious Citrus Catch, and Chicken Parmesan, an old world favorite with a Fatz touch.

Taylors, S.C. - If you're looking for a lunch spot that offers everything from crispy chicken tenders to piping hot soup and refreshing salads, your local Fatz Cafe may be your next weekday lunch stop. Starting Monday, July 20, the 47-unit Southeastern restaurant chain and home of World Famous Calabash Chicken® will offer guests a new variety of great-tasting items in the right portions and at the right price.

Taylors, S.C. - Fatz Cafe, the 47-unit Southeastern restaurant chain and home of World Famous Calabash Chicken®, was ranked on the Restaurants & Institutions magazine's 2009 "Top 400" list as one of the leading restaurant chains in the country. The annual "Top 400" list recognizes Fatz Cafe for increasing total year-over-year revenues (2007-2008), which resulted in the company jumping from #266 on the "Top 400" list to its newest position at #245.

Taylors, S.C. - This Saturday, July 11, 2009 from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM, Fatz Cafe's Bass Angler Daryl Fontana and the Fatz Cafe boat will be at Fatz Cafe of Athens located at 4115 Lexington Road. To celebrate Daryl's visit, the restaurant and the Zoom Bait Company will be giving away free gifts. Bond Marine will have boats on display and Chevrolet will showcase the brand new Camaro. Mr. Clown from Up 'n Away Balloons will be there at Noon with free balloons for the kids, and Operating Partner Gary Tate will be offering Fatz's World Famous Calabash Chicken for folks to sample.

Taylors, S.C. – If you are looking for an affordable way to bring everyone together for good times and some tasty down-home cooking, your local Fatz Cafe invites you to join them on Sundays and try their new “Down-Home, Done Right Sunday Specials”. Starting Sunday, May 31, the popular Southeastern restaurant chain and home of World Famous Calabash Chicken® offers guests the chance to enjoy a delicious meal that includes a featured choice of meat, three vegetables, and a non-alcoholic drink for only $10.99.

Taylors, S.C. – On Monday, May 25th, Fatz Cafe, the popular Southeastern restaurant chain and home of World Famous Calabash Chicken®, kicked off the Summer Season with the introduction of its “All Fired Up” menu. Seven new deliciously grilled to perfection entrees starting at just $9.99.

Taylors, S.C. - Cafe Enterprises, Inc. announced today that Fatz Cafe has become the title sponsor for amateur angler S. Daryl Fontana, Jr. in the sport of bass fishing. "We were looking to expand our sports sponsorships. It was by chance that we met Daryl and learned of his journey to become a professional bass angler and saw an opportunity to do something different unlike any other corporate sponsorship," said Margo Mize, Fatz Cafe Director of Marketing.