Restaurants News
Pull up a chair to consume what’s new in the operation of restaurants, diners, taverns, pubs, nightclubs, banquet halls, snack bars, food carts and trucks and food service contractors. This news digest includes information about new chefs, openings, menu offerings, industry trends, restaurant design, technology, operation and management aimed at foodies and industry professionals alike.
Family Tragedy Leads to "Sweet" Business Venture; Husband Founds "MAE Fine Foods" to Keep Wife’s Spirit Alive
When entrepreneur Richard Elwell of Buckeye, Arizona lost his wife Melinda to brain cancer in 2016, he knew he needed to do something to keep her spirit alive. He reflected on all of the things Melinda loved in life: spending time with family and friends, giving back to the community, and chocolate. - August 10, 2017 - MAE Fine Foods LLC
Tropical Smoothie Café to Open a New Café in Bartram Park
The new café is set to open in September of 2017. - August 10, 2017 - Tropical Smoothie Cafe - Jax
LIQUID-U™ Launches New Online Wine/Spirits, Beer & Bartender Skills Academy
LIQUID-U™ to provide restaurants, beverage retailers, distributors and suppliers a new turn-key training resource to upgrade and safeguard their employees’ basic beverage knowledge - all without the cost of content or elearning platform creation. - August 09, 2017 - LIQUID-U
Eatery Pulse News Announces Milestone Restaurant Documentary
Eatery Pulse News Media, a fast-growing trade news outlet for restaurateurs in the Metro-Washington, D.C. market, has announced a new film unit, Ciné, and its documentary, “Restaurant Landscape in Flux.” to be released spring 2018. Additionally, Eatery Pulse TV released its most informative and stylish episode yet in “Elevating the Guest and Craft Beer Experience” at three.eaterypulse.tv. Restaurant trade news network plans filming documentary in late 2017. - August 09, 2017 - Eatery Pulse Media
Sophia's Delight™ Introduces Wellness-Inspired Grab & Go Savory Tartes to the NY/NJ Market
Sophia's Delight™ Better For You Single Serve Savory Tartes are redefining specialty bakery. Non-GMO gluten-free whole grain flours and nutrient-rich ingredients make these tartes a delicious, healthy on-the-go breakfast or lunch, or paired with a salad for a sit down meal. Better still, they are free from gluten, artificial preservatives, dyes, nuts, corn, soy and sugar, and crafted in a certified gluten-free facility that is dedicated nut-free and Kosher. - August 07, 2017 - Sophia's Delight
Family Agriculture Resource Management Services (F.A.R.M.S.) Partners with Atlanta Black Restaurant Week to Benefit Local and State Hunger Relief Entities
Atlanta Black Restaurant Week has graciously agreed to provide F.A.R.M.S. with a donation to contribute to our food bank programming with local and state hunger relief entities. - August 05, 2017 - Family Agriculture Resource Management Services (F.A.R.M.S.)
Co+opportunity Market & Deli Opens Culver City Location
After 43 years in business, Santa Monica's most loved community-owned market opens its second location in Culver City. - August 04, 2017 - Co+opportunity Market & Deli
Ford’s Garage Opens in Westchase
Ford’s Garage is motoring into northeastern Hillsborough county, with a new location opening in the Westchase community of Tampa, Florida, during the week of August 15th. The first Ford’s Garage opened in 2012 in Ft. Myers, Florida, and, after its success, expanded to Cape Coral,... - August 03, 2017 - Ford's Garage Westchase
Roma’s Pizza and Italian Restaurant Announces New Dine in Lunch Special
Roma’s “Three Step” lunch special is now available. - August 02, 2017 - Roma's Pizza & Italian Restaurant
AD1 Global Purchases Strategic 10-Acre Palm Bay Parcel
AD1 Global announced today that it has purchased an approximately 10-acre tract of land in the heart of Palm Bay, Florida, for hotel and commercial development. The project envisages two hotels and several retail shops and restaurants adjacent to the current Space Coast Harley-Davidson Dealership... - July 26, 2017 - AD1Global
Chick-fil-A® Partners with Small Fabrication Shop to Improve Efficiency
Stealth Industry Custom Fab works directly with Chick-fil-A® restaurant owners and managers to create better solutions for the kitchen, the office, and the dining room. - July 24, 2017 - Stealth Industry Custom Fab
Total Success the First Edition of Cabo Food Fest by Casa Dorada Los Cabos, Resort & Spa
About 1,000 people attended the gourmet event that took place yesterday at El Rincón Culinario de Casa Dorada, Resort located on the famous beach "El Médano" in the heart of Cabo San Lucas. More than 20 bars and restaurants attended the culinary event, aiming to share the... - July 21, 2017 - Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa
A Chef, a Marketer and a Culture Creator Bring a 7 Course Pop-Up Dinner Series to Fort Lauderdale
Beginning in August chef Troy Sheller, Andrew Martineau and Evan Snow will launch Seven Tastings, a culinary journey that will transport foodies on the ultimate seven course fine dining experience by seven chefs all in an atmosphere where foodies can be foodies & chefs can be... - July 21, 2017 - UniteUs Group
MDO Partners Advises on New Venture for Grove Bay Hospitality Group and Top Chef Winner Jeremy Ford
Managing Partner Richard Montes de Oca Spearheads Asset Acquisition and Long-Term Commercial Lease for Stubborn Seed. - July 20, 2017 - MDO Partners
Weather Risk Mapping Promotes Resilience to Adverse Weather
Weather Risk Mapping, LLC announces the availability of its web-based platform to quantify, monitor and forecast operational weather risk for weather-sensitive businesses. - July 19, 2017 - Weather Risk Mapping, LLC
From Pit to Plate: CHD Expert Evaluates the U.S. BBQ Restaurant Landscape
CHD Expert evaluates trends within the barbecue restaurant landscape across the country. - July 19, 2017 - CHD Expert
Encore Real Estate Investment Services is Proud to Announce the Addition of Kaleb Rupp, Associate Advisor
His consistent work ethic and determination has led him to successfully represent clients in the acquisition and disposition of net leased assets. - July 18, 2017 - Encore Real Estate Investment Services
The Mad Hatter Restaurant in Minneapolis / St. Paul, MN - Now Serving Dinner on Friday & Saturday Nights
The Mad Hatter Restaurant in Anoka, MN - established in 1999, is not just serving tea anymore. The famous restaurant is now launching dinners Friday and Saturday nights, Daily Brunch, Private Parties and special events such as Annual Mother's Day Tea, Kentucky Derby Lawn Party, Annual Christmas Tea and Monthly Princess Tea Parties and more. - July 14, 2017 - The Mad Hatter
Columbia Based Owner Opens 2nd Casual Pint in Lexington South Carolina
Doug Harmon, owner of The Casual Pint in the Vista section of Columbia, will open his second location in Lexington this Friday. - July 12, 2017 - The Casual Pint
BDA Advises International Paper on Sale of Its China Foodservice Business to Huhtamaki
BDA Partners is pleased to announce that its client, International Paper, the world’s largest pulp and paper company, has agreed to sell its foodservice business in China to the Finland-based packaging specialist, Huhtamaki Oyj. The transaction is expected to complete in the coming months,... - July 12, 2017 - BDA Partners Ltd
New MyBurger App Partners with 464 and Shaka Shack Burgers in Los Angeles
MyBurger, the custom burger builder app, has partnered with 464 and Shaka Shack Burgers in Los Angeles as the first two flagship restaurants to adopt the made-to-order burger technology. To announce this new partnership, MyBurger launched an alternative fact-based campaign just in time for 4th of July: "Declare Your Independence from Boring Burgers!" - July 03, 2017 - Custom Food Creations, Inc
Alloy Marketing Introduce Dedicated Marketing Services for Restaurants
The new service is intended to address the marketing needs of those in the hospitality sector. - July 02, 2017 - Alloy Marketing Ltd
Tundra Restaurant Supply Announces the Winner of Its "Call it Cambro" Sweepstakes
Tundra Restaurant Supply (http://www.etundra.com) happily announces winner Rebecca Rich in its “Call it Cambro Sweepstakes.” Rich has won new food storage containers from Cambro. Contestants had more than two weeks to complete and submit the entry form for the “Call it... - July 01, 2017 - Tundra Restaurant Supply
CHD Expert Releases Year-Over-Year Restaurant Unit Report, Identifying Winners and Losers by Market Segment and Menu Type Since 2014
In terms of total operators, the US restaurant industry has grown by approximately 2% since 2014, however certain segments and menu types are pulling more weight than others. - June 29, 2017 - CHD Expert
SACRED Opens the 2nd Week of Milwaukee's Summerfest
Milwaukee’s Summerfest opens its 50th anniversary 4th of July celebration at 12 Noon at the Briggs & Stratton Big Backyard with Milwaukee’s own, SACRED. SACRED is a progressive modern rock band consisting of Vincent Black on Vocals (Formerly of Everybody, Chandelier), managing... - June 28, 2017 - SACRED
Celebrity Chef Ralph Pagano Injured in Explosion at Restaurant in Bimini
Celebrity Chef Ralph Pagano, owner of numerous South Florida restaurants including Naked Taco, Naked Crab and Naked Lunch and host of the Lifetime TV network cooking show “All Mixed Up” was severely burned in an explosion at his new restaurant in Bimini, Bahamas on Thursday, June 22,... - June 27, 2017 - Lytal, Reiter, Smith, Ivey & Fronrath
“Restaurant Opening Tips,” a New Article by Tom Anthony Restaurant Group, Teaches People How to Open a Restaurant Easily
The article introduces to readers simple yet effective tips on how to open a restaurant that allow them to start their business effortlessly. - June 25, 2017 - Tom Anthony Restaurant Group
Electra Meccanica Delivers First Solo Vehicle
Electra Meccanica Vehicles Corporation delivered the first 2017 SOLO all-electric vehicle to proud new owners Leona and Matthew Green of New Westminster, British Columbia. The Greens plan to use their innovative and unique new SOLO for both daily commuting and for their successful local restaurant... - June 22, 2017 - Electra Meccanica Vehicles Corporation
Boss Orders "Hit" 25 Years in the Making - All New Show
The all new 25th Anniversary Capone's dinner show will take you back to the golden age of the Chicago Mobster. A mix of vaudeville, old-fashioned Hollywood movie musicals and interactive theatre will transport you to a prohibition era speakeasy filled with laughs and good fun for "the family." - June 20, 2017 - Capone's Dinner & Show
Grand Opening at Tropical Smoothie Café’s First Lake City Location
First 50 people in line at the June 23 grand opening will get free smoothies for a year. - June 17, 2017 - Tropical Smoothie Cafe - Jax
Calivirgin Olive Oil Sweeps Specialty Foods Association SOFI Olive Oil Category
From high atop New York City, the Specialty Food Association announced the winners of the prestigious 2017 SOFI™ (specialty outstanding food innovation) Awards. Coldani Olive Ranch with their Calivirgin brand of olive oils were in high spirits as they took Gold, Silver and Bronze with their jalapeno oil, blood orange oil, and premium extra virgin arbequina oil respectively. - June 15, 2017 - Coldani Olive Ranch
Tropical Smoothie Café Offers Free Smoothies on National Flip Flop Day
Customers who come to the café wearing flip flops will get a free smoothie. - June 11, 2017 - Tropical Smoothie Cafe - Jax
Roma’s Italian Restaurant Celebrates Its New Location with a New Pasta Dish
Roma’s Italian Restaurant celebrates its new location with a deeply satisfying spaghetti dish - June 09, 2017 - Roma's Pizza & Italian Restaurant
Tundra Restaurant Supply Announces Its "Call It Cambro"
Enter now for your chance to win food storage containers from Cambro - June 08, 2017 - Tundra Restaurant Supply
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Barbara D'Amato | Trilogy Brands Group - Featured as One of LA's Power Players by Angeleno Magazine - June 06, 2017 - Trilogy Brands Group
La Suite Resort, on the Island of Procida, is Opening on June 21st, with New Services & New Team
La Suite Resort & Spa is getting ready for an amazing new season, and would like to welcome you back as our guest. La Suite Resort and Spa will re-open on June 21, 2017 with new hotel infrastructure and services. La Suite Resort will have a guest manager who will take care of all guests'... - June 06, 2017 - LaSuite Boutique Hotel
Arlington Native Launches Video News Show Focusing on Restaurant Industry’s Best in DC, Benefiting Local Vocation, Careers
A native in Arlington, Va. who has spent 15 years in food-industry-related businesses has launched a trade news show and magazine for the benefit of restaurateurs in the Washington, D.C. area. Rick Zambrano, Eatery Pulse News Media editor and producer, released Eatery Pulse TV’s initial... - June 02, 2017 - Eatery Pulse Media
SandenVendo America Announces New Refrigeration System, KuraBan, for Food Service Industry
KuraBan is a new refrigeration system for the food-service industry that maintains freshness, quality, and flavor three to ten times longer than conventional refrigeration. - May 31, 2017 - SandenVendo America, Inc.
Your Next Big Adventure Awaits on MyLittleAdventure.com
MyLittleAdventure.com is the online ticketing platform that shows over 150,000 unique, cool and hidden things to do and see in the world on one easy-to-use platform. Pulling in over 150,000 exciting attractions and adventures from over 175 countries in 14 languages, this revolutionary travel... - May 29, 2017 - OpenLedger
ENGAGEcx Named a "Cool Vendor" by Gartner
Vendors, like ENGAGEcx, selected for the “Cool Vendors” report are innovative, impactful and intriguing. - May 26, 2017 - ENGAGEcx
Tropical Smoothie Café Received Community Partner Award from Jacksonville School for Autism
Students from JSA work at the cafés as part of the nonprofit organization’s vocational training program. - May 24, 2017 - Tropical Smoothie Cafe - Jax
Alejandro Aguilar Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Alejandro Aguilar of Brandon, Mississippi has been recognized as a Professional Of The Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the restaurant field. About Alejandro Aguilar Mr. Aguilar has over 30 years experience in the... - May 23, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Margaritaville Restaurants Cleveland Announces Open Date and Job Fair
MV Cleveland to hold Job Fair May 22-24, 2017. - May 19, 2017 - Margaritaville Restaurants Cleveland
Queensway AB's Innovation eMenuTouch Transforms All Hospitality Venues Into Smart Venues
eMenuTouch enables smart guest services on wireless and internet enabled devices to place orders and pay in remote and real time. Filter Allergens from all listed menus, display ingredients and Nutrition Facts in less than 10 seconds. Image tapping displays ingredients, Wine descriptions, notes and lifestyle preferences kosher, halal and vegetarian. - May 17, 2017 - Queensway Group AB
Palio's Haslet Gives Away Free Lunch and Other Offers
Palio's Haslet is under new management and wants to show the community the level of service and quality of food they can expect to see. - May 16, 2017 - Palio's
Cathay Pacific Chinese Restaurant Earns Talk Award for Achieving Outstanding Customer Satisfaction Ratings
Boston-area Chinese restaurant has an excellent history of customer satisfaction, earning it five consecutive Talk Awards for its efforts. - May 12, 2017 - The Talk Awards
Famous Prime Beach Restaurant Has Introduced an Exciting Oriental Fusion to Complement Their Exquisite Menu, as It Continues to Lead the Way in Luxury Dining in Los Cabos
El Rincón Culinario is now adding another delicious variety to it´s repertory. Now with an oriental fusion, Casa Dorada offers a full scope of asian delicatessen like shabu-shabu, Gyoza and new original dishes by chef Frank Aguirre. The recent Asian Fusion opening is bound to make Casa Dorada guests even happier during their Cabo San Lucas vacations, adding to the already impressive set of amenities. - May 11, 2017 - Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa
First Hyatt Place Hotel in Round Rock, TX Announces General Manager and Director of Sales
Hyatt Place Austin/Round Rock is set to open June, 2017. The new 138 room hotel will offer business and leisure travelers an open, intuitive design, casual atmosphere, and practical amenities, such as free Wi-Fi, 24-hour food offerings and the 24-hour fitness center. The Hyatt Place Austin/Round... - May 09, 2017 - Winegardner & Hammons Hotel Group, LLC
Free Bellini Cocktails Highlight Grand Opening of Roma’s New Restaurant
Italian food lovers celebrate! Known for its old-school dedication to classic, hand crafted Italian cuisine, Roma’s (family owned since 2003) moves into new, larger space at 7033 Greenville Avenue (just north of Park) on May 9. Chef Jimmy offers old favorites, like Hand Tossed Pizza, but... - May 03, 2017 - Roma's Pizza & Italian Restaurant
Largest Online Pre-Printed Label Company Now "Sticking" with Food Industry
InStockLabels.com which is the largest online pre-printing label manufacturer in the United States, now working with the food industry. Thousands of pre-printed safety and rotation stickers already created for same day ship to restaurants across the globe. - May 03, 2017 - InStockLabels.com