Steve Salis, Celebrated Entrepreneur, Debuts Catalogue: A Network of Magnetic Brands That Elevate The Everyday

Beloved consumer brands including Ted's Bulletin, Michelin Bib Gourmand Winners Federalist Pig and Honeymoon Chicken, Kramers, Sidekick Bakery, Ensemble Digital Kitchen, and more united under one hospitality banner.

WASHINGTON, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Steve Salis, Founder & CEO of Salis Holdings, has officially launched Catalogue – a house of consumer brands that share the philosophy of elevating the everyday. Born out of the desire to create an organic connection between businesses with a shared philosophy. Catalogue is a home base for each brand, defined by its own individual identity and cult-like following. By creating this network of brands, information and ideas will be seamlessly shared to better serve Catalogue's current and future guests.

"My goal in forming Catalogue was to better centralize where these premium yet accessible brands could live" says Steve Salis. "The idea emerged as an answer to the question: what do consumers really want? And the answer was simple – we all want better. Better products, better quality, better value, better experiences. As we head into this next phase of growth, I want to focus on our expanding house of consumer brands, through the spirit of discovery, acquisition or investments, forming new partnerships and leveraging best practices across our network.

THE MISSION
Salis and his team have spent years studying what makes certain brands stand out and what inspires guest loyalty. The answer became clear and the mission has remained consistent - Catalogue aspires to make The Everyday Exceptional, Catalogue is creating the future of the consumer experience by making premium, approachable. Through the spirit of discovery, Catalogue aims to not only intrigue guests with new products and services to better their every day, but also serve as a place where brands can come to grow, create and collaborate with other unique brands.

THE BRANDS
Catalogue is redefining the idea that premium can and should be accessible, with a focus on quality, design and value, these brands make the aspirational feel approachable by offering higher standards. With sights set on further network and brand expansion, Salis and his team have plans toto to further expand their roster, which includes:

• Ted's Bulletin: A 9-unit neighborhood eatery bringing new creativity to American classics, open daily for all-day breakfast, lunch & dinner.
• Federalist Pig: A three-time Michelin Bib Gourmand winner serving up a convergence of Kansas City, Carolina and Texas-inspired BBQ, selling out daily since 2016.
• Honeymoon Chicken: A Michelin Bib Gourmand winning premium chicken brand blending funky and fancy to bring you an elevated version of the classic fried chicken everyone loves. 
• Kramers: A 46-year-old cultural landmark, neighborhood gathering spot, iconic independent bookstore, versatile event space, award-winning restaurant and illustrious bar–all in one.
• Sidekick: A savory and sweet bakery & cafe serving up the best way to start your day with inventive breakfast sandwiches and treats.
• Ensemble Digital Kitchen: A hub serving menu favorites from all Catalogue restaurants in one convenient place, made in one kitchen and delivered directly to you.

THE COMMUNITY AND BEYOND
The Catalogue brand is committed to partnering with local organizations to make positive change in the communities that have always supported each brand and around the world.  Ongoing and upcoming community outreach includes:

• Mary's Center:  Catalogue has partnered with Mary's Center, a community health organization serving thousands of people of all ages, incomes and backgrounds in the DC metro area in a joint mission to aid in building better communities.
• Dine-In To Donate: On the first Tuesday of every month beginning on 6/7, Catalogue restaurants will participate in their Dine-In To Donate program by donating a percentage of sales made throughout the day to Mary's Center. Their goal for 2022 is to raise $20,000 for the organization.
• Holiday Food Drive: During the holiday season, Catalogue will host a brand-wide food drive across all store locations. For every holiday-themed package sold, convenient and nutritious meal kits will be provided to individuals in need.
• Youth Education Program: This summer, Catalogue will host a career panel for teens that will spotlight opportunities in the hospitality industry, highlights new paths for advancement and growth.
• Cooking Demos: Catalogue's very own Culinary Directors will host quarterly cooking demos from the Mary's Center Kitchens

Salis and the Catalogue team are looking forward to bringing their unique experiences and brands to life in new locations while continuing to serve communities where these brands have already become household names. With further growth plans, there is much to look forward to over the next several years at Catalogue.

For more information about Catalogue, visit http://catalogue.co, officially launching Thursday June 6, 2022.

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SOURCE Catalogue