Happy Belly Food Group Announces Heal Wellness QSR Secures Second U.S. Real‑Estate Location in Lubbock, Texas

Happy Belly Food Group Inc. (CSE: HBFG) (OTCQB: HBFGF), a company focused on acquiring and scaling emerging restaurant brands, has announced that its Heal Wellness quick‑service restaurant (QSR) brand has secured its **second U.S. real‑estate location in Lubbock, Texas** as part of the brand’s continued expansion across North America. This new site builds on the company’s growth strategy and follows the first U.S. location announced in early November 2025, accelerating Heal’s footprint in the United States. Heal Wellness specializes in fresh smoothie bowls, açaí bowls, and smoothies that emphasize clean, better‑for‑you ingredients. The Lubbock location — slated to open in 2026 — will be developed by Happy Belly’s Texas‑based multi‑unit franchise partner under a 10‑unit development agreement. Management highlighted Texas’s strong population growth, warm climate, and vibrant health and wellness culture as ideal market conditions for year‑round demand for Heal’s offerings. Lubbock, home to Texas Tech University, is a growing regional hub with a substantial residential and student population. The company noted that Heal Wellness currently has 30 locations open and over 178 in development, contributing to Happy Belly’s broader portfolio of 666 contractually committed retail franchise locations across its brands. #HappyBellyFoodGroup #HealWellness #LubbockExpansion #QSRGrowth #SlimScan #GrowthStocks #CANSLIM