Bread & Butter Hits 130-Store Milestone with Strategic Opening in Balete, Aklan

By Mark Reyes

BALETE, AKLAN — Bread & Butter continues its aggressive expansion across Western Visayas, officially inaugurating its 130th store in the rising municipality of Balete on February 27. Located near the Balete Public Market, this new branch places the brand at the heart of an upcoming hub for agriculture, craft, and tourism—just 20 minutes from the capital, Kalibo.

The grand opening was led by Dr. Cynthia C. Dela Cruz, Chairman of Prime Bread & Butter Bakeshop, alongside Municipal Mayor Precilla Calizo and Vice Mayor Patric Lachica. The ceremony, blessed by Fr. Mark Amacio, signals a strong partnership between the brand and the local community.

For potential investors, the Balete opening serves as a blueprint for success. By tapping into a town primed for tourism and economic growth, Bread & Butter demonstrates its ability to identify high-potential locations that drive consistent foot traffic.

Residents can now enjoy the brand’s famous pasalubong and celebration cakes, bringing premium quality to a rapidly developing market.

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With 130 stores and counting, Bread & Butter offers a resilient business model backed by decades of operational excellence.

As the brand scales further into Western Visayas and beyond, the company invites visionary entrepreneurs to join its growing franchise family.
Whether you are looking to diversify your portfolio or start your first business, Bread & Butter provides the training, supply chain, and brand recognition needed to thrive in the competitive bakeshop industry.

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