Paris Baguette Marks 250th Café with Grand Opening in Frederick, Maryland

August 20, 2025 // FranchisePR.com // MOONACHIE, N.J. – Paris Baguette, the neighborhood bakery café known for its fresh pastries, cakes, breads, and brewed beverages, has reached an exciting milestone—celebrating the opening of its 250th U.S. café in Frederick, Maryland.

“This milestone reflects the shared passion and dedication of our entire Paris Baguette family—from our franchise owners and café teams to our loyal guests,” said Darren Tipton, CEO of Paris Baguette North America. “Each new café is another step toward our mission of reviving the neighborhood bakery café experience. The 250th location demonstrates both the strength of our franchise model and the growing demand from entrepreneurs who want to bring Paris Baguette to their communities.”

The new Frederick café is led by first-time franchise owners Waseem Mohamad, Prant Kumar, and Prince Kumar. Waseem brings years of hands-on experience as a general contractor building Paris Baguette cafés across the country. Now, with his partners’ operational expertise and business acumen, the team is putting their knowledge into practice as owners. Their leadership, combined with Paris Baguette’s proven systems and strong support, is setting the stage for a thriving business and a welcoming new gathering place in Frederick.

For Waseem, the opening carries personal meaning. With family ties to the area and a history as Paris Baguette customers, the group has a unique understanding of the Frederick community. They’re committed to creating local jobs, strengthening community connections, and delivering on the brand’s promise to “Make Every Day Delicious.”

With ambitious expansion goals, Paris Baguette continues to attract franchisees from diverse professional backgrounds—including builders, restaurateurs, corporate executives, and family-owned operators—who want to combine business ownership with community impact.

SOURCE: Paris Baguette