Corporate Profile2019

Ant Ventures Worldwide

Expanding our Concepts & Branching out into the world

We venture with confidence and take on the responsibility of understanding what flavors, settings, and environments are appreciated by people in the markets where we operate

BEIRUTDUBAICAIROJEDDAHAMMANDOHAMUSCATLAGOSABU DHABIERBILDAMASCUS

11 CITIES55 OPERATIONS

the places we venture

Based in Lebanon, Ant Ventures is a rapidly-expanding holding that develops, nurtures and franchises hospitality brands along with food and beverage across the world.

The group’s growth lies in its commitment to the highest standards of quality, dedication, teamwork and operational efficiency

Our brands currently have 55 operations across 11 cities in the Middle East and Africa, with more and more countries and franchisees venturing with us everyday

missionTo develop, manage and grow innovative F&B concepts

To deliver and maintain a consistent and sustainable growth by understanding and satisfying the needs of social communities

visionTo reach consumers across the world, with our hospitality, food, and beverage through innovation and development driven by the undeniable commitment to the highest quality standards

values• Trust & ethics• Dedication, teamwork & development

• Customer focus

• Continuous improvement

• Equity

Since 1996, 23 years have given us the ability to streamline and operate efficiently in competitive markets, we have learnt to become flexible and adapt to specific market needs.

The operational efficiencies

venture for

The down-to-earth relationships

The leadership

A personal and transparent approach has led to excellent relationships with franchisees, suppliers and excellent stakeholders across the Middle East, Africa, and beyond.

The leadership team is recognized for their management and ability to deliver food consistency while implementing the industry’s highest food preparation and service quality standards.

11 cities45 operations

OUTLINE

01 Introduction | concept

02 All day commitment

03 Menu

04 Partners in success

05 Accomplishments

06From Lebanon to the world!

Introduction | Concept

Established in 1996, Casper & Gambini’s is an international restaurant-café chain serving fresh and healthy gourmet meals, along with signature award-winning coffee, all within a stylish urban chic environment embracing the daily trendy lifestyle.

Having become a modern benchmark for restaurant excellence throughout the Middle East, Casper & Gambini’s currently has 45 operations in 11 cities, and has developed its Franchise Partnership Program to facilitate the ever-increasing demand for the brand’s international expansion.

RESTAURANT CAFÉAs part of our all day commitment to our partners in taste, our offerings appeal to the needs of their daily lives.

An ‘All Day’ CommitmentSPECIALITY COFFEEAward wining coffee - One of our flagship signature products... Our specialty coffee is imported from the world's finest coffee fields.

CATERING & DELIVERYSpecialized in innovative, fresh, and scrumptious flavors all-day long. Our exquisite and highly-professional catering services are addressed to both corporate functions and private events.

Partners in success At Casper & Gambini’s, we seek partners with whom we share our experiences, and expand our successful brands. Our comprehensive Franchise Program ensures effective growth

Our proven Franchise System promotes success and sustainability

Our Franchise Team provides step by step support for every facet of the business

Accomplishments

Recipients of Boecker Awards for hygiene and quality standards

Cannes 09 Lion finalists for corporate design / image

Recognized as one of Lebanon’s top 25 fastest growing companies

Finalists at the Takreem Arab achievement awards

Appeared on the cover of Forbes Arabia with a multi-page feature

HORECA Lebanon – live cooking gold and silver medals

HORECA Jordan – live cooking and senior chef gold medals

Top Chef Arabia – 1st place award in Saudi Arabia

Mediterranean Barista Cup – 1st place

World Barista Championship – 4th place

Lebanese Coffee Champions – 7 years in a row

Golden Cup Award – holders of the award since 2001

Bab Idris is a casual and modern restaurant that serves authentic Lebanese cuisine using high-quality ingredients in a warm and trendy setting.

The concept invites diners on a Lebanese culinary journey rich with tradition and hospitality.

Bab Idris® focuses on achieving excellence in

all areas from the preparation of food to the presentation and quality of service.

Falafel

CUISINE

Bab Idris offers the most appreciated signature dishes of the Lebanese cuisine by embracing original techniques and recipes combined with modern systems & standards

FAST DINING MIDDLE EASTERN CUISINE

tarator is a modern fast-dining service concept aiming to bring great taste and quality food to Middle Eastern cuisine lovers at affordable prices and within an ideal setting best fitting today’s a busy lifestyle. With a diverse menu of Falafel, Shawarma, Grills, Specials and more, we strive to grow locally and internationally to offer the most soul-satisfying food creations

INGREDIENTS

The highest quality of ingredients, add traditional yet modernized recipes,create a casual yet fast-paced environment, insist on cleanliness,and with a sprinkle of ant ventures know-how, you will get a brandwith international appeal

ABOUT SILVERSPOONSilverspoon was incorporated in 2010 as a full-service catering and hospitality caterer, creating innovative culinary experiences throughout Lebanon.

During the past years, our catering services managed to maintain its Lebanese character, successfully adapting to international culinary trends and customers varying experiences.From the corporate catering services to special occasions and weddings, we are able to satisfy the most demanding customers. This combination of experience and know-how allows silverspoon to face the future with great confidence and success.

WHAT SETS US APART

we passionately enjoy serving fresh food and fine ingredients.Uniting the best in international and local talent, our team of dedicated and well-trained staff delivers services of the highest standard where our commitment to excellence will ensure our continuous development.We are committed to sustaining our excellent service levels, delivering innovation and creativity, and of course, generating an atmosphere of positivity and achievement throughout the business.

WE PRIDE OURSELVES ON OUR ATTENTIONTO DETAILS

Providing our customers with the finest quality catered food and beverage, elegantly presented, and prepared fresh with the utmost care and attention creating a memorable event that glorifies you as a host and entertains your guests.

A JOURNEY OF CATERING SERVICES:

PRIVATE FUNCTIONS

Private brunches, lunches & dinners- Gatherings and parties (pool, boat, house parties)

- Birthdays…

CORPORATE EVENTS

Annual dinners, conferences & seminars, orientations, coffee breaks….

Our brilliant Chefs will put their hearts and souls Into cooking delectable food

WELCOME TO PAN POT EATERY

The name was inspired by the simple things in life…it is a combination of everyday utensils to we use to create great food and it is a little bit of Fun with quirky edges.

Pan pot is an affordable trendy, casual eatery with a fast service for everyone to meet & eat

in a relaxing environment with friends & family

MENU

Our menu offers a fresh, unique and rich experience for everyone to enjoy from morning breakfast to evening dinner with a delicious variety of options; our salad bar for the health conscious visitors looking for healthy dishes, for those who enjoy satisfying their sweet tooth through the irresistible big dessert section and coffee lovers looking to unwind during the day with our selection of our specialty coffee.

AWARD-WINNING COFFEE… FROM THE BEGINNING

It all started more than 20 years ago with a cup of coffee at Casper & Gambini’s.In a short period of time the restaurant-café became one of the most well-known coffeehouses in the country by being the first to serve air roasted coffee and winning multiple awards and competitions.

In that spirit Caspresso was born, with the objective to always serve the best cup of espresso from the comfort of your home or office to enjoy the moment.

Caspresso offers authentic premium coffee that adds a special experience to your lifestyle. For Caspresso the secret is in the velvety & smooth crema.

A FULL FLAVOR EXPERIENCE PRODUCED IN EUROPE

The espresso capsules by Casper & Gambini’s are produced in Europe from the finest Arabica beans sourcedfrom Central and South America. The coffee beans are roasted to perfection to provide:• a unique aromatic flavor experience• a pleasant taste• an intense appealA full range of Nespresso compatible capsules

Smooth: intensity 7A round and pleasant espresso, made with the finest Arabica beans, roasted to perfection to give this cup a balanced body, aromatic flavor and long aftertaste.

Strong: intensity 10A strong espresso with an intense character. The finest Arabic beans from Central and South America, offer an aromatic and full-bodied cup of coffee.

Decaf: intensity 6A delightful decaffeinated espresso, made with the finest coffee beans from the Highlands of Colombia, carefully grown and roasted to perfection for a well-balanced cup of coffee.

Extra Strong: intensity 12A blend of the finest Arabica beans from Latin America and South-East Asia, with a touch of Robusta, creating an espresso of great intensity and delightful bitterness.

Caspresso Café provides the highest-quality coffees, sandwiches and desserts in an atmosphere that meets the needs of customers who are in a hurry as well as those who want a place to enjoy their beverages and food in a relaxing casual settingWhether you're looking to relax over a cup of coffee or grab a quick bite to go,

Caspresso Café by Casper & Gambini’s offers a comfortable environment for everyone

to come in and enjoy a selection of delicious sandwiches, salads and desserts with a freshly brewed award winning coffee, or our Signature Caspresso capsules.

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eatalian offers a modern Italian experience, from the generous cuisine prepared with the highest quality ingredients to the warm, trendy, and stimulating setting.

ADDING FLAVOR TO LIFE

eatalian represents outstanding originality with its unique concept infusing authentic Italian cuisine with casual flair and style.

FROM NAPOLI WITH LOVE

made from fresh Italian imports, the menu’s specialty is the Neapolitan style pizza that is wood-baked for 90 seconds at 800 degrees; as all pizzas are to be cooked according to the Verace Pizza Napoletana (VPN) guidelines.These guidelines ensure that our guests enjoy the same unique tasting pizza every time

A MEMORABLE OFFERING

From The Tree® offers original and seasonally flavored non-fat frozen yogurts, customized from a wide variety of dry and candied toppings as well as fresh seasonal fruits. The concept encourages customers’ participation in their dessert preparation and the catchy store design adds a special taste to our refreshing yogurts.

ONLY THE ORIGINAL

As the first Lebanese frozen yogurt and juice bar to set foot in Lebanon, we offer you the best and most original yogurts and desserts

THE JUICY TRUTH

Our menu includes healthy fruit, vegetable, and detox juices, as well as refreshing yogurt smoothies. Customers can also combine their choices of natural boosters. Our enjoyable and fat free desserts section is a must try!

Meet the Key People & Shareholders

Anthony MaaloufCEO & Chairman of Ant Holding SAL• Founder of Ant Ventures Holding• Board Member at the Lebanese Franchise Association (LFA)

Zahid GroupZahid Group is a leading regional privately held group with diverse activities including Heavy Machinery, Power, Water, Finance, Hospitality, and Logistics. The Group undertakes its activities either as a wholly owned subsidiary or in partnership with global leaders in their respective fields such as Caterpillar, Volvo truck, Mitsubishi Corporation, Total, & Lafarge.Zahid Group is represented by Mr. Zayd Zahid, Investment Manager.

David Boudargham• Partner at Ant Ventures Worldwide LLC• CEO of 100 & Eight100 & Eight is aspires to become one of the leading specialists in theprofitable planning, development, and management of Hotels. The company owns, manages and operates Hotel Cavalier and the 35 Rooms Hotel in Beirut, Lebanon

We aim to be nationally

responsive and globally

competitive

We’re 23 years young! Established as a small delivery business in Beirut,

we’ve already expanded across the region and we only just begun…

The way we see it, the whole planet is our limit.

franchise@antventures.com

+961 1 250 888