FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1.- What does it take to become a Pasta Tutti Giorni Franchisee?

The Pasta Tutti Giorni franchising concept requires a strong personal commitment to the business. We require our franchisees to be owner/operators. Active involvement in a restaurant operation is a key to success. Approval is based on overall experience and financial qualifications.

2.- What is the profile of a Pasta Tutti Giorni Franchisee?

We believe that people are the key to our ongoing and continuing success as a brand . You must be a high-energy person and have a successful track record in business management at the level required to operate a Pasta Tutti Giorni franchise. Prior restaurant experience is a plus.

3.- What are the required demographics for a Pasta Tutti Giorni Franchise?

Site requirements include a populated area (business or residential) with a large number of people within a 5-mile radius and high traffic counts. Pre-entry site evaluation will examine the demographics for a prospective Pasta Tutti Giorni location. Our goal is finding the right operator. We will assist in site selection.

4.- What is involved in the application and approval process?

During the application and approval process, you will visit our corporate headquarters in Montreal , Quebec for interviews and an evaluation. Assuming there is a good fit, we will travel with you to at least one of our locations to help you understand the day in the life of a Pasta Tutti Giorni franchisee. Prior to the opening of your restaurant, qualified applicants will have to complete a training program at Pasta Tutti Giorni corporate headquarters.

5.- How long does it take to become a Pasta Tutti Giorni Franchisee?

Our Franchise selection process is quite thorough and is designed to ensure that both Pasta Tutti Giorni and the prospective franchisee have made an informed business decision before entering into a contract. Therefore, the process varies on the prospect's interest level.

6.- What is the initial royalty fee?

Pasta Tutti Giorni's royalty fee is 5.5% of gross revenues.

7.- What is the franchise fee?

Pasta Tutti Giorni's Franchise fee is $20,000 for franchised restaurants.

8.- What type of investment will I be required to make?

Minimum Investment is $250,000 - $350,000

9.- How much money will I be required to have?

Pasta Tutti Giorni requires that you be credit worthy for bank approval with liquidity of $75,000 - $100,000 for domestic single unit development. This number will be adjusted upward depending on the number of restaurants to be developed.

10.- Does Pasta Tutti Giorni offer financing for me?

No. However, we can refer you to third party financial institutions (who are quite receptive to the Pasta Tutti Giorni concept).

11.- How does Pasta Tutti Giorni support its franchisees?

Pasta Tutti Giorni's franchisees are family. Whether it is Strategic development, site selection or day to day operations. Pasta Tutti Giorni's support team are there to answer any and all questions throughout the life of your business.

12.- What type of training does Pasta Tutti Giorni offer?

Our 3 – 6 week training program is designed to educate our franchise partners in not only the day – to -day operations of a franchise, but also the financial growth of their business The importance of proper training and the maintenance of your skills are essential to your succcess. The team at Pasta Tutti Giorni will be there to provide continuous franchise support and training throughout the life of your business.

13.- Does Pasta Tutti Giorni help with site selection?