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Graze Craze Charcuterie Board Concept Opens in Raleigh, North Carolina

Innovative, fast-growing brand brings grazing experience to North Carolina's capital city community

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Graze Craze®, a new concept in charcuterie boards for gatherings, office catering and special events, recently opened its first location in Raleigh at 1028 Oberlin Road in the Oberlin Court Shopping Center. Graze Craze is a member of the Starpoint Brands™ family of trusted companies, a division of United Franchise Group™ (UFG) representing the very best in their industries.

Graze Craze specializes in artfully designed, hand-crafted charcuterie boards and boxes featuring high-quality, fresh foods arranged perfectly for nibbling or for hearty graze-style meals. Choices include gourmet meats, cheeses, fresh fruits and vegetables, artisanal sweets and more, on a unique menu featuring several grazing options fit for any occasion and lifestyle.

North Carolina-native and first-time franchise owner Melissa Richter is excited to open her new Graze Craze location in the heart of a booming residential community where her storefront receives exposure to the busy suburbs and downtown-area. With a corporate background in the tech and pharmaceutical industries, Melissa is looking forward to having a business of her own that gives her the opportunity to create a product that she has personally loved for years.

“I have always enjoyed graze-style eating and snacking,” said Richter. “As a mother who previously worked in a fast-paced corporate career, I understand the need for convenient, quality food and our Graze Craze charcuterie boards offer just that.”

Richter developed an affinity for charcuterie boards during her travels and always enjoyed opting for a lighter snack that offered a variety of different ingredients, flavors and textures, allowing her to sample the local palate. Her favorite Graze Craze offerings include peppered salami and hot Soppressata, perfectly complemented by a spicy mustard that gives a flavorful kick.

At Graze Craze, each charcuterie board is beautifully curated by a Grazologist™ — a highly-trained charcuterie concierge — with several different size options from single boxes for the lone grazer, to large boards arranged to create a grazing table with enough fresh food to feed a large wedding party or birthday crowd. Whether satisfying a low-carb crew at a formal affair, serving veggie lovers at a casual gathering, or elevating an office meeting with a Sweet and Grazey picnic box, Graze Craze has something to offer everyone.

The Raleigh Graze Craze is open for pick-ups Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. and 10 a.m.–3 p.m. on Sunday, with the option for free local delivery any day of the week.

About Graze Craze
Graze Craze® is the leading franchise within the grazing style food category, offering an alternative experience to traditional dining options and catering for every occasion. At Graze Craze, in-store Grazologists™ curate hand-crafted, impeccably designed, sweet and savory charcuterie boards and picnic boxes made with the highest quality ingredients and arranged with perfection. Growing from a concept founded by a woman entrepreneur and US Air Force veteran, Graze Craze is now among the Starpoint Brands™ constellation of trusted companies representing the very best in their industries. To find out more about the Central Raleigh, NC Graze Craze go to www.grazecraze.com/central-raleigh-nc, call 919-249-7399 or visit 1028 Oberlin Road, Suite 226, Raleigh, NC 27605. To place an order or for more information about locations, menu, catering, and commercial accounts visit www.GrazeCraze.com. For information on franchising opportunities, visit www.GrazeCrazeFranchise.com.

About Starpoint Brands
A family of trusted brands representing the very best in their industries, including retail, food & beverage and professional services, Starpoint Brands™ is the mark of quality for customers. It brings together a constellation of brands within United Franchise Group™ (UFG), including Signarama®, Fully Promoted®, Transworld Business Advisors®, Venture X®, Office Evolution®, Network Lead Exchange™, and Big Flavor Brands™ The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill®, Graze Craze® and Cannoli Kitchen™. A brand under the Starpoint Brands division is one that business-to-consumer and business-to-business customers can be sure will provide the ultimate in service, reliability, and value.

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