Vito’s BBQ branch

Vito’s BBQ, a local food concept, opens its first franchise branch in Makati City. Leading the ribbon-cutting ceremony at Greensun Building in Chino Roces Ave. is Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry chair Ma. Alegria Sibal Limjoco (left), who is also the vice chair of Philippine Franchise Association and vice chair of Francorp Philippines. With her are Vito’s BBQ owner and franchisor Mike Pelayo (second from left), and officers of franchisee 2 Diamonds Food Corp. Now open for franchising, Vito’s BBQ has three operating stores and plans to open four more outlets this month.