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Images Gallery: Panera Hosts Grand Re-Opening

Last week Panera Bread invited to the public to see the refurbished cafe and bakery and taste new menu items.

Last week, managers of at 34 Cambridge Street, invited customers to check out the cafe's new look.

Panera was showing off its , which includes a more spacious seating area and a comfortable place to eat, work or hang out.  The new layout also creates a more efficient space for customers waiting in line, improving the “speed of service” during lunch and dinner rush hours.

As part of celebrating the grand re-opening, the bakery-cafe introduced new seasonal menu items for the customers to sample, including the Peppermint Hot Chocolate Steak Balsamico Panini, and Sonoma Chicken Stew. They also featured the returning customer favorite, the Mint Crinkle Cookie. General Manager Gerard St. Fleur was at the grand re-opening to discuss new menu items and answer any Panera questions.

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