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Michael Solomonov’s chain has started franchising and expanding beyond Philadelphia

The Miami-based chain makes super-smooth treats with the help of science

Renamed for a one-eyed pug, Louisiana-based former Just Chillin finds spot in dessert space

Graeter’s still uses the same French pot process to make its ice cream, just as its founder did in 1870.

The company has received investments from heavyweights like Callaway and Enlightened Hospitality and recently launched a franchising program to grow domestically and internationally.