CARROLLTON, Texas, Nov. 27 /PRNewswire/ -- T.G.I. Friday's today announced it will make it more fun to give and receive this holiday season. With Friday's Gift Card Giveaway, guests who purchase Friday's Gift Cards at participating U.S. restaurants between November 27, 2009 and January 5, 2010 will be eligible to win a daily cash prize of $1000 or one of 100 free appetizers or desserts.

"When you're giving Friday's Gift Cards and getting a shot at winning $1000 or free food each time you buy them, everyone wins," said John Neitzel, president and chief operating officer of T.G.I. Friday's USA. "Friday's Gift Card purchasers will be saying 'Thank God It's the Holidays' because their holiday shopping will be easy and fun; plus, they'll be eligible for a $1000 bonus each time they buy."

Friday's Gift Card purchasers will receive instant win entry cards and can check their status at www.fridays.com/giftcardgiveaway. The $1,000 daily cash winner will be contacted and awarded the prize. Each customer who wins a free appetizer or dessert will be able to print a coupon, which is required for redemption.

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With more than 900 restaurants in 60 countries, including approximately 600 restaurants in the U.S., T.G.I. Friday's offers great food, innovative drinks and a unique experience filled with flair and a Thank God It's Friday's(TM) attitude. Friday's authentic, engaging atmosphere makes it the perfect place to escape, socialize and connect with people while getting a rejuvenating second wind. Members of Give Me More Stripes®, Friday's guest recognition program, receive free stuff and special perks year-round. As the original casual dining restaurant, T.G.I. Friday's has a rich heritage which includes being credited with popularizing Happy Hour, Long Island Iced Tea and Loaded Potato Skins. T.G.I. Friday's is also famous for its flair bartenders, approximately 8000 of whom compete annually for the title of the "World's Greatest T.G.I. Friday's Bartender."

Carlson Restaurants Worldwide Inc., the parent company of TGI Friday's Inc., is a privately held company owned by Minneapolis-based Carlson, a world leader in the hospitality and travel industries. As of November 2009, Carlson Restaurants Worldwide owns, operates, franchises or licenses more than 1,000 restaurants in 60 countries. For more information, visit http://www.fridays.com.

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SOURCE T.G.I. Friday's U.S.A.