The grazing concept aligned with Canedra Darby's love of meeting new people and celebrating everything with delicious food
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (June 18, 2024) – Duval County now has its own Graze Craze®! The booming charcuterie concept known for its handcrafted grazing boards, boxes and more opened its first Jacksonville store at 8102 Blanding Blvd., Suite 16, in the Crossroads Square Shopping Plaza.
Graze Craze stands out as the premier creator of graze-style charcuterie arrangements, each one meticulously handcrafted by a team of expert Grazologists™. These artisans skillfully design stunning food displays that blend a variety of flavors, colors and textures, creating a sensory delight and the ultimate dining experience. Each grazing spread features a harmonious collection of high-quality ingredients, including premium meats and cheeses, fresh fruits, crisp veggies and house-made sauces, dips, and jams.
Canedra Darby, a young black entrepreneur and the local franchise owner of the new charcuterie store, was born and raised in Jacksonville where the community nurtured her love for fellowship and passion for people. Fueled by her positive energy and optimism, Darby is excited to use the business acumen and leadership skills she developed during her 20-year tenure as a pharmacy manager to engage with locals in a new way. Her goal is to help everyone celebrate everything with beautiful charcuterie boards and boxes.
"My nickname is Sunshine. It describes me best because I always have a lot of energy and greet people with a big smile,” said Darby. “It is no secret that food brings people together. As the owner of Graze Craze, I am afforded the opportunity to merge two things I love most together – people and food.”
Graze Craze boards cater to every lifestyle, dietary preference and palate, offering a variety of sizes to suit any occasion. The menu incorporates a wide range of flavors, from the fan-favorite Gone Grazey board, a perfectly balanced mix of cured meats, premium cheeses, crackers, fresh produce, nuts and more, to the Vegegrazian, a medley of fresh fruits and vegetables for those embracing a plant-based lifestyle. And for those with a sweet tooth, the store crafts the Sweet & Grazey, a handcrafted delight featuring an abundance of delectable desserts like chocolates and baked goods paired with sweet dips to accent the irresistible flavors.
The store also offers a great alternative to the typical bagel-and-donut brunch lineup. The Brunch Boardis packed with breakfast meats, fresh fruits, eggs, pastries and more, providing an innovative gourmet twist on any morning routine.
The artisan-inspired charcuterie offerings at Graze Craze are available in different size options, from Char-Cutie-Cups and Picnic Boxes for nibbling to sharing-size boards with enough fresh food to feed a large party. The food displays are ideal for elevating work meetings, family gatherings, lavish events and more, and they also make for memorable corporate and personal gifts that are sure to impress.
“I am thrilled to be a part of Graze Craze because the charcuterie concept allows me to help people come to a table to share joy, exchange laughter and create lasting memories," Darby said.
She is excited to begin this new entrepreneurial chapter of her life with Graze Craze and looks forward to sharing the experience with her family, who will help her run the day-to-day operations. "Opening my Graze Craze is more than just a business venture," said Darby. "It is an opportunity to serve my community while changing my family’s narrative regarding generational wealth and building a financial legacy that will impact my children, grandchildren and generations to come."
Graze Craze Jacksonville is conveniently located near the I-295 Beltway in the Crossroads Square shopping plaza. The 1,600-square-foot store is open for pick-up, catering and local delivery Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and by appointment only on Sunday and Monday. For more information, call 904-518-6654.
About Graze Craze
Graze Craze® is the leading franchise within the grazing style food category, offering an alternative experience to traditional dining options and catering for every occasion. At Graze Craze, in-store Grazologists™ curate hand-crafted, impeccably designed, sweet and savory charcuterie boards and picnic boxes made with the highest quality ingredients and arranged with perfection. Graze Craze is an affiliated brand of United Franchise Group™, the global leader for entrepreneurs, within the United Franchise Group’s food division, Big Flavor Brands™. To learn more about Graze Craze Jacksonville, go to 8102 Blanding Blvd., Suite 16, Jacksonville, FL 32244.; visit www.grazecraze.com/jacksonville-fl-south; or call 904-518-6654. For more information about Graze Craze locations, menu, and commercial accounts, visit www.grazecraze.com. For information on franchising opportunities, visit www.grazecrazefranchise.com.
About Big Flavor Brands
Big Flavor Brands™ specializes in franchises dedicated to creative eating, offering a zesty menu of fast-growing, award-winning food brands with a proven track record of success. From fast-casual restaurants with authentic third-generation recipes like The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill®, to specialty concepts like the grazing innovator and charcuterie board caterer Graze Craze®, and the super-fast, fresh Italian experience of Cannoli Kitchen Pizza®, Big Flavor Brands dominate their niches with quality, value, and tasty fare for every occasion. Big Flavor Brands represents the food division of United Franchise Group™ which is comprised of innovative concepts pushing the boundaries with an unwavering commitment to quality, variety, and the pursuit of joyful eating.