Krispy Kreme: Celebrates 500th International Location

Winston-Salem / NC. (kkd) As the company builds on its growth momentum in existing and new international markets, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc., member of the South Korean Lotte Group, will celebrate its 500th international store in operation with the opening of a new franchise shop in Aguascalientes, Mexico. Since opening its first international location eleven years ago, the Company has strategically expanded its brand footprint into 20 international markets across Latin America, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and the United Kingdom. With recently announced development agreements for Moscow, India, and Singapore, Krispy Kreme continues to grow its international presence in key markets around the world. Krispy Kreme Doughnuts first opened in Mexico in 2004, and the new Aguascalientes store is the 90th Krispy Kreme store in Mexico. The Mexico franchise is owned and operated by Taco Holding S.A. de C.V, a dynamic and successful group that was recently named Krispy Kreme´s 2012 International Franchisee of the Year. Several exciting promotional activities are planned for fans as part of the new store opening. The Krispy Kreme Original Glazed doughnut can be found worldwide in over 730 locations in 21 countries.