‘Next Gen’ Panera Bread Coming + Amazon Fresh On Track To Open: CT Business News

The weekly business in review runs Sunday in the Patch morning newsletter, and it features stories from all across Connecticut. Here are the latest business developments across the state.

Panera Bread Readies 'Next-Generation' Drive-Thru In Connecticut

Construction is nearly complete on a new bakery in Connecticut that will be only the second of its kind in the U.S. The Panera bakery, café and restaurant getting set to open, and it will incorporate next-generation designs and technology debuted in Missouri last November.>>>Read More.

Amazon Fresh On Track To Open Its 1st Connecticut Location

The town’s top official said the retail leviathan's secrecy shenanigans are nothing new to her.>>>Read More.

Get The Shopping List Ready: Aldi Opens Newest Connecticut Location On June 23

A year after final approval from the planning and zoning commission, the no-frills discount German family-owned grocer is set to open.>>>Read More.

Portly Pig Opening Second Location: Report

The popular barbecue restaurant, which currently only exists inside Parkville Market, will open another eatery, according to a report.>>>Read More.

Bank Branch Opens New Location In CT: Here’s Where

The branch continues the bank’s "statewide expansion plans announced in 2019.">>>Read More.

Major Connecticut Company Moving, 500 Jobs To Relocate

With many employees working at home since pandemic, the company is moving from one town to another in Connecticut.>>>Read More.

New Family-Friendly Italian Restaurant Opens Near Major Attraction

Mama Bella Cucina & Pizzeria has opened in a space near the popular tourist attraction.>>>Read more.

New Italian Restaurant To Open

Cugine's Italian will feature well-plated Italian cuisine and a robust wine and cocktail list, all in a dark, moody and warm setting.>>>Read More.

Haven Hot Chicken Opening New Connecticut Location

The popular restaurant is opening a second location in Connecticut.>>>Read More.

Weed-Preneur Lights Up Joint Venture

Leading medical cannabis entrepreneur plans to expand into recreational cannabis.>>>Read More.

Other top business stories from across Connecticut:

• Shopping Center Sells For Nearly $60 Million: Report
• LobsterCraft Opens New Restaurant In Downtown
• New Custom Golf Club Fitting Shop Opens
• CT Kohl's Locations Face Potential New Ownership
• The 203 Opens First Bricks-And-Mortar Store
• Chopt Creative Salad Company Set To Expand
• Shops At Farmington Valley Will Celebrate Pride With Art, Parade
• Nod Hill Brewery To Debut New Weir Farm Beer
• Mexican Restaurant Celebrates Grand Opening

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