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Mama Fu's Asian House announces international expansion into United Arab Emirates

July 11, 2014

Mama Fu’s Asian House announced a deal today with franchise development partner GGICO Gourmet LLC to expand the brand into the United Arab Emirates, with the first location set to open in Q1 of 2015.

“We are excited to bring Mama Fu’s Asian House to the UAE,” said Hassan Oweida, CEO of GGICO Gourmet LLC, in a company press release. “Combining our extensive development and foodservice background with Mama Fu’s experience, unique brand, and flavorful menu will ensure that GGICO Gourmet delivers the best quality Asian food in the Gulf region.”

The agreement marks Mama Fu's first international development deal.

“Taking a brand international is big for any company, but we have experience doing it before with other concepts”, said Randy Murphy, president and CEO of Mama Fu’s.  “We couldn’t have partnered with a better operator in the Gulf Region than the team and company behind GGICO Gourmet – Mama Fu’s will truly be on a world stage in the United Arab Emirates.”