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VIRTUAL DINING CONCEPTS® EXPANDS ITS RELATIONSHIP WITH IHOP®

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Virtual Dining Concepts (VDC) expands its collaboration with IHOP, adding two new brands and increasing digital storefronts to 1700 locations nationwide. The addition of NASCAR Refuel Tenders & Burgers and MLB Ballpark Bites Presented by Mastercard enhances the menu offerings, attracting new customers. The partnership has already led to placement in over 1000 IHOP restaurants, with plans for further expansion in 2024.
Virtual Dining Concepts (VDC) amplia la sua collaborazione con IHOP, aggiungendo due nuovi marchi e incrementando i punti vendita digitali a 1700 località in tutto il paese. L'introduzione di NASCAR Refuel Tenders & Burgers e MLB Ballpark Bites presentati da Mastercard arricchisce l'offerta del menu, attirando nuovi clienti. La partnership ha già portato all'inserimento nei menù di oltre 1000 ristoranti IHOP, con piani di ulteriore espansione nel 2024.
Virtual Dining Concepts (VDC) expande su colaboración con IHOP, añadiendo dos nuevas marcas e incrementando las tiendas digitales a 1700 ubicaciones a nivel nacional. La adición de NASCAR Refuel Tenders & Burgers y MLB Ballpark Bites presentado por Mastercard mejora la oferta del menú, atrayendo a nuevos clientes. La asociación ya ha resultado en la inclusión en más de 1000 restaurantes IHOP, con planes para continuar la expansión en 2024.
Virtual Dining Concepts(VDC)는 IHOP와의 협업을 확장하여 두 개의 새로운 브랜드를 추가하고 전국적으로 1700개의 디지털 매장을 확대합니다. NASCAR Refuel Tenders & Burgers와 Mastercard가 제시하는 MLB Ballpark Bites를 추가함으로써 메뉴 제공을 강화하고 새로운 고객을 유치합니다. 이 파트너십은 이미 1000개 이상의 IHOP 레스토랑에 제품을 배치하였으며, 2024년에 더 확장할 계획입니다.
Virtual Dining Concepts (VDC) élargit sa collaboration avec IHOP en ajoutant deux nouvelles marques et en augmentant les devantures numériques à 1700 emplacements à l'échelle nationale. L'ajout de NASCAR Refuel Tenders & Burgers et de MLB Ballpark Bites présenté par Mastercard enrichit l'offre de menu, attirant de nouveaux clients. Ce partenariat a déjà conduit à l’intégration dans plus de 1000 restaurants IHOP, avec des plans pour une expansion supplémentaire en 2024.
Virtual Dining Concepts (VDC) erweitert seine Zusammenarbeit mit IHOP durch die Hinzufügung von zwei neuen Marken und die Erhöhung der digitalen Storefronts auf 1700 Standorte landesweit. Die Einführung von NASCAR Refuel Tenders & Burgers und MLB Ballpark Bites präsentiert von Mastercard, bereichert das Menüangebot und zieht neue Kunden an. Die Partnerschaft hat bereits zur Platzierung in über 1000 IHOP-Restaurants geführt, mit Plänen für weitere Expansion im Jahr 2024.
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The collaboration adds two new brands and expands to 1700 digital storefronts, in locations across the country

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LOS ANGELES, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Virtual Dining Concepts (VDC), the platform for adding revenue to restaurants, is thrilled to expand its collaboration with IHOP, as a provider of virtual brands for the iconic restaurant chain. This expansion allows three of VDC's top brands to be available for delivery from IHOP restaurants nationwide, attracting new and existing guests.

The collaboration introduces two new brands, NASCAR Refuel Tenders & Burgers, developed in collaboration with the popular American auto racing company, NASCAR, and MLB Ballpark Bites Presented by Mastercard, created in partnership with Major League Baseball (MLB), and expands on the popular virtual brand, Pardon My Cheesesteak, one of VDC's most successful brands to date. Each virtual brand offers its own lineup of mouthwatering, freshly made menu items, from tasty Buffalo Chicken Cheesesteaks and loaded fries to modern takes on concession stand favorites found at NASCAR and MLB events. These virtual dining brands are now available for delivery from various IHOP locations across the country, with plans for additional locations through the remainder of 2024.

"We are thrilled to join forces with IHOP, as this presents an incredible opportunity to expand VDC's presence and serve our brands to new guests across the country," said VDC Co-Founder, Robbie Earl. "This embodies our commitment to delivering exceptional food and experiences across the country with top restaurant chains."

Demonstrating the powerful impact of this relationship, VDC and IHOP have successfully secured placement of the three brands in more than 1,000 IHOP restaurants nationwide. As of Q1 2024, Pardon My Cheesesteak is being served at over 900 IHOP locations, while NASCAR Refuel Tender & Burgers are currently served in over 400 locations, with an additional 130 locations slated for the near future. Looking ahead, VDC and IHOP are committed to further innovation.

"Our off-premise channels continue to deliver incremental sales and profits to our franchisees and the IHOP brand. Our work with VDC and the three brands we're implementing will be a growth driver for our restaurants, specifically as we look at non-peak hours during lunch, dinner and late night," said Jay Johns, President of IHOP. "These new brands are relevant for today's consumer and perfect for our existing equipment and capabilities in our restaurants nationwide."

Pardon My Cheesesteak, NASCAR Refuel Tenders & Burgers and MLB Ballpark Bites Presented by Mastercard are now available for delivery in select cities nationwide, with additional locations slated for the near future. Fans and guests can place their orders online at joinvdc.com/brands. For more information, follow Pardon My Cheesesteak on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook; NASCAR Refuel Tenders & Burgers on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook and MLB Ballpark Bites Presented by Mastercard on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

ABOUT VIRTUAL DINING CONCEPTS
Virtual Dining Concepts is the creator of virtual restaurant brands poised to expand the revenue of independent kitchens. The delivery-only infrastructure, exclusive online platform (with third-party delivery interface), and marketing strategy services guide existing restaurant operators from set-up to inception. Virtual Dining Concepts offers celebrity and non-celebrity-backed brands with menus deriving from diverse cuisines. Menus are available for order online through their individual websites, proprietary apps, and most major third-party delivery services. For more information, please visit www.joinvdc.com

ABOUT INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES, LLC
For more than 65 years, IHOP has been a leader, innovator and expert in all things breakfast, lunch and dinner. The chain offers 65 different signature, fresh, made-to-order breakfast options, a wide selection of popular lunch and dinner items, including Ultimate Steakburgers, Hand Crafted Melts, Burritos & Bowls and more. IHOP restaurants offer guests an affordable, everyday dining experience with warm and friendly service. As of September 30, 2023, there are 1,794 IHOP restaurants around the world, including restaurants in all 50 states, two U.S. territories and 13 countries outside the United States. IHOP restaurants are franchised by affiliates of Pasadena, Calif.-based Dine Brands Global, Inc. (NYSE: DIN).

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What is the latest collaboration news involving Virtual Dining Concepts (VDC) and IHOP?

Virtual Dining Concepts (VDC) has expanded its collaboration with IHOP, introducing two new brands and increasing digital storefronts to 1700 locations nationwide.

Which new brands have been added to the collaboration between VDC and IHOP?

NASCAR Refuel Tenders & Burgers and MLB Ballpark Bites Presented by Mastercard are the new brands added to the collaboration between VDC and IHOP.

How many IHOP locations currently serve Pardon My Cheesesteak?

As of Q1 2024, Pardon My Cheesesteak is being served at over 900 IHOP locations.

Who mentioned that the off-premise channels are delivering incremental sales and profits to IHOP franchisees?

Jay Johns, President of IHOP, mentioned that off-premise channels are delivering incremental sales and profits to IHOP franchisees.

Where can fans and guests place orders for the new virtual dining brands?

Fans and guests can place orders online at joinvdc.com/brands for the new virtual dining brands.

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dineequity was created from a foundation established by ihop - an american icon to our guests and a franchising company focused on providing strategic, visionary leadership for our franchisees, unparalleled opportunities for our team members, and enhancing value for our shareholders. by bringing applebee's together with ihop in november 2007, we made a bold, new commitment to our brand-revitalization abilities and to the power of franchising. dineequity has successfully made our two businesses more powerful and more successful than either brand could have been apart. our dedicated focus combined with a core expertise in brand revitalization and franchising know-how is the basis for the winning formula that has defined the financial success of our business. as reported by nation's restaurant news, applebee's and ihop are the category leaders in casual and family dining. with more than 3,600 applebee's and ihop restaurants in 18 countries, a 99%-franchised system of more than 350 franc