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Pinot's Palette is an American national paint and sip franchise headquartered in
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. Founded in 2009, Pinot's Palette offers step-by-step group art lessons accompanied by wine or cocktails. As of January 2018, Pinot's Palette has over 140 stores in 31 states, plus one location in Toronto.


History

Pinot's Palette was founded in 2009 by business partners Craig Ceccanti, Charles Willis, and Beth Willis. Ceccanti says he got the idea for starting the business after he attended a painting class in Louisiana with his family. The first Pinot's Palette studio opened in Houston's Montrose neighborhood in 2009. The studio was originally named “Pinot and Picasso.” The name was changed to “Pinot’s Palette” in 2010. After opening two additional locations in the Houston area, the company began franchising. The first franchised Pinot's Palette studio opened in
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in 2010. Since then, the company has expanded nationwide. In June 2016, Pinot's Palette launched a rebranding effort, which introduced a new logo, and updated studio décor.McKinney, Jeffre
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In February 2023, Pinot's Palette was purchased by FranchiCzar, LLC, making it the fourth brand under their 4E Brands umbrella.


Operations and Financials

Pinot's Palette offers two- or three-hour group painting classes accompanied by wine or cocktails. Depending on state liquor laws, customers can either bring their own wine or alcoholic beverages or purchase them on-site. The company also offers corporate events and private parties. The company does not require franchisees to have backgrounds in wine or art.


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External links


pinotspalette.com
the company's official website Franchises Companies based in Houston Paint and sip companies