Introducing Pronto, Fast-Casual Concept by Serrano’s Mexican Restaurants

Serrano’s Mexican Restaurants has opened, Pronto, their new fast-casual Mexican food concept! Ric Serrano, CEO of Serrano’s Mexican Restaurant, “With our customizable menu options, our customers have an array of meal options to choose from that are served up fast just the way they like it.”

The fourth generation of family leaders is leading the team at Pronto. Sarah Serrano Licht, who has been working in the family business for many years, has been named general manager of Pronto. “We are thrilled to finally be able to open our doors and reveal this new concept,” Serrano Licht said.

The goal is to provide the same Sonoran-style cuisine Serrano’s fans have come to love at a lower price point and with quicker turnaround time than our full-service restaurants.

The name Pronto is significant to the family, as it was the name of a food business that Stephanie Serrano operated near St. Louis before she passed away from breast cancer in 2019. Stephanie was one of eight sibling owners of Serrano’s Mexican Restaurants.

Industry-Leading Global Manufacturer Bestway Meets with Chandler Chamber and the Chandler Economic Development Team to Talk Future Expansion

The Chandler Chamber and the City of Chandler’s Economic Development Team recently met with Bestway Global CEO William Zhu and Bestway USA Chairman and CSO Pat Fumagalli to discuss the potential of future expansion of its operations in one of Arizona’s fastest growing cities.

The global recreational company moved its U.S. headquarters to Chandler in late 2021. Bestway (bestwayusa.com) is a leading design and manufacturing company of innovative indoor and outdoor recreational items such as inflatable outdoor mega water parks, stand-up paddleboards, kids’ bouncers, air mattresses, pools, floats and more.

As the Chamber and economic development team shared the city’s capabilities, Zhu was impressed by the city’s infrastructure plans; the top companies who call Chandler home and expressed interest in exploring future expansion of Bestway’s operations. The additional expansion could give the company key logistical capabilities to bring even more products to market in the U.S. “The City of Chandler has been more than welcoming of Bestway USA and we’re thrilled to continue the conversation about our future here,” says Fumagalli. With more than 1,100 products available in 110 countries worldwide, Bestway has been committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly practices over its 30-year history. The company has received top recognition for its sustainability efforts with a goal of deriving 10 percent of its energy from solar power by 2025. Named one of the Top Companies to Work for in Arizona for three consecutive years, Bestway as an employer is dedicated to building an unmatched culture that gives back to the community.

Tryst Café is celebrating 4 years in Chandler! Congratulations!

Tryst Café focus on organic, natural cuisine, from the kitchen to the bar, striving to source its ingredients locally. They even offer extensive options for gluten free and vegan diets!