Paradies Lagardère Wins New Concessions at Two Key Airports
Paradies Lagardère, a leading North American airport restaurateur and retailer, is pleased to announce new food and beverage and retail contracts at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). These strategic expansions underscore the company's commitment to enhancing the travel experience with diverse dining and retail offerings and thoughtful experiences.
“We are truly humbled by the trust that our airport partners have placed in us, and we are honored to continue growing these relationships,” says Gregg Paradies, President and CEO. “These new opportunities allow us to do what we’re most passionate about, which is partnering with local artisans and entrepreneurs to create a genuine sense of place in each platform.”
Paradies Lagardère’s latest concepts at ATL are the result of a successful competitive bid in partnership with several local, minority-owned businesses, including SJAC ATL Airport, Local Green Atlanta, The Village Retail Group, AIE, The Peach Group and Runway Concessions. Highlights include The Village Retail Market, celebrating Atlanta’s Black entrepreneurs and creatives; Atlanta Influences Everything, offering local gifts in partnership with its creative consultancy namesake that blends civic, corporate and cultural understanding to celebrate Atlanta’s unique influence; and the Atlanta Beltline Marketplace, reflecting the city’s vibrant neighborhoods surrounding the popular pedestrian trail. Dining concepts span multiple concourses: ATL Farms Market and Corner Café in Concourse A bring fresh fare and delectable sandwiches and salads; Southern Farms Market and Antico Pizza Napoletana in Concourse B offer 24-hour service and award-winning Neapolitan pizza, respectively; and Local Green Atlanta, Half Moon Empanadas, CAVA and Starbucks in Concourse C provide an assortment of health-conscious, vegetarian, hand-held and grab-and-go dining options. These additions will deliver locally inspired, high-quality experiences while amplifying the voices and flavors of Atlanta’s diverse community.
At DFW, Paradies Lagardère’s newly awarded retail contracts showcase a strong commitment to local entrepreneurship and Texas pride. Lone Chimney Mercantile, a family-run business with deep Dallas roots, brings a curated selection of Texas-inspired Americana gifts and local artisan goods. Bluebonnet Exchange offers travelers a charming mix of travel essentials, tech accessories and locally made gifts from Whiski Designs, a Go Texan-certified brand known for its hand-drawn, Texas-themed creations.
“We’re proud to introduce a diverse mix of dining and retail concepts that reflect each city’s unique culture and community,” adds Paradies. “From supporting minority-owned businesses in Atlanta to celebrating the proud heritage of Texas in Dallas-Fort Worth, these new offerings turn everyday travel into something more meaningful for guests.”