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.
The Chopped Leaf New Store Openings to Increase Chain by Nearly 50% in Just 6 Months
The Chopped Leaf fast-casual franchise is revving up its unit growth with 7 new openings over the next 6 months. Five restaurants will open in Alberta, one in BC and one in Saskatchewan. The popular concept currently has 18 restaurants operating in British Columbia, Alberta and... - March 11, 2015 - Innovative Food Brands
America’s First Pizzeria, Lombardi’s Pizza, to Celebrate 110 Year Anniversary on Thursday, March 19, 2015
Lombardi’s Pizza is celebrating its 110th year anniversary, as part of the celebration they will be turning the clock back to 1905, when pies were a nickel. - March 08, 2015 - Lombardi's Pizza
Greenest St. Patrick's Day Bash at Mulligans Irish Pub in Tampa
Green beer flows along with Irish Music, Irish Food and Prizes this month at the St. Patrick’s Day Bash at award-winning Mulligans Irish Pub at the Pebble Creek Golf Club in Tampa all day Tuesday, March 17. Last year, over 1,000 Irish-at-heart showed up for Guinness, Corned Beef &... - March 08, 2015 - Ace Golf, Inc.
Celebrate Overlooking the Greens at Mulligans St. Pat's Bash
For an upscale, family-friendly St. Patrick’s Day, discover Mulligans Irish Pub, a hidden gem at Wentworth Golf Club in Northeast Pinellas. Green beer flows along with Irish Food and Live Music all day Tuesday, March 17th. Last year, over 1,000 enjoyed Guinness, Corned Beef & Cabbage,... - March 08, 2015 - Ace Crescent Oaks, Inc.
CHD Expert Evaluates and Compares the Independent and Chain Restaurant Segments, Breaking Each Down with an Overview Around Full Service and Limited Service Restaurants
Independent restaurants have a large presence in the American restaurant landscape, making up 66 percent of the total US market. - March 05, 2015 - CHD Expert
Southern Oaks Plantation Voted “Best All-Around Wedding Venue” in New Orleans; Launched New, Innovative Website
This is a banner year for Southern Oaks Plantation, a special events venue in New Orleans. On February 9, Borrowed & Blue published the results of its 2014 Best of B&B Awards, in which people globally voted on their favorite wedding venues in 8 different categories. This year, they selected... - March 04, 2015 - Southern Oaks Plantation
Vegan Feast on Tap for Festival Kick-Off
A three-course vegan feast created by Chef Jay Astafa will kick off the 2015 version of the New York City Vegetarian Food Festival on Friday evening, March 13, at the National Gourmet Institute in Manhattan. Astafa, who studied restaurant management at the International Culinary Center, is the... - March 04, 2015 - U.S. Veg Corp.
March Brings Another Month of Fun to Cape Harbour Marina
From a luau-themed Full Moon Party to watercolor painting, Fathoms and The French Press offer something for everyone. - March 04, 2015 - Hoffman Group LLC
Sarbari Returns to Its Roots as an Exhibitor at the New England Food Show in Boston
Restaurant software provider will exhibit in Booth # 3101 at the region’s largest b2b trade event for restaurants, retailers and foodservice operators. - March 03, 2015 - Sarbari
Richland Rum Awarded Gold in International Tasting Competitions in Hong Kong (CWSA) and Madrid (CWWSC)
The Hong Kong and Madrid Top Ratings follow Additional Prestigious International Accolades for the "Sprit of GeorgiaTM." Recently Awards include Los Angeles SIP Awards, The Fifty Best Award, The Craft Spirit Awards and The Beverage Testing Institute Tastings (BTI). - March 02, 2015 - Richland Rum
Zanduco Restaurant Equipment & Supplies Now Offering Sale Pricing on the Blodgett SHO Convection Oven
Mississauga, ON-based restaurant equipment specialists, Zanduco Restaurant Equipment & Supplies are now inviting clients to review their sale pricing on the Blodgett SHO-E Convection Oven. This leading-class product features flexible thermostat control and a two-speed 1/3 horsepower motor for... - March 01, 2015 - Zanduco Restaurant Equipment & Supplies
Talia's Steakhouse & Bar, a Manhattan Kosher Restaurant, Announces to Offer Prepaid Glatt Kosher for Passover Seders, Chol Hamoed & Yom Tov Meals During Jewish Holiday
If you are looking for a relaxing and stress-free way to celebrate Passover with your loved ones without spending the whole day in the kitchen, consider what has become a tradition for Passover at the popular New York City Glatt Kosher restaurant, Talia's Steakhouse & Bar, located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, NYC. - February 28, 2015 - Talia’s Steakhouse & Bar House
Restaurateurs in the Metro-DC Area to Access Value-Based Marketing and Menu Support Services March 2015
My crfm consultancy (mycrfm.net) is readying the launch of a marketing+menu+food membership program that brings affordable advisory and referral services to restaurateurs in the DC area. It is through a collaboration with heavy-hitting vendors already operating in the DC-area that My crfm is able to bring the consulting program to restaurateurs. The streamlined monthly service, available at mycrfm.net, connects restaurateurs with weekly menu and marketing advice, as well a referral network. - February 27, 2015 - My crfm consulting
240° West Receives Diners' Choice Award
Best of Lake Geneva restaurant list from OpenTable.com includes 240° West. - February 27, 2015 - The Abbey Resort
Manny’s Franchise Branching Further Into North Carolina
Manny's Franchise operating Manny's Neighborhood Grilles and Mediterranean Cafes has news of three additional franchise units centered on concepts of the Café. Michael Stavrinakis, President of Manny’s Franchise has entered a contract with Eric Valera and Dennis Hoffer of Greenville, N. - February 20, 2015 - Manny’s Neighborhood Grille and Café
Coalfire Forecasts Slowdown in Card Data Security & Compliance
Webinar will address PCI 3.0 compliance requirements that are creating assessment hurdles for merchants. - February 10, 2015 - Omega ATC
The Langham, Boston Honored for Environmental Leadership with Oyster Shell Recycling
Downtown Boston Hotel has been a leader in recycling oyster shell working with a local non-profit the Mass Oyster Project who is working to restore oysters. - February 09, 2015 - Mass Oyster Project
Zanduco Restaurant Equipment & Supplies Now Offering Affordable Pricing on Their Latest Restaurant Bar Supplies
Oakville, Ontario based kitchen equipment specialists, Zanduco Restaurant Equipment & Supplies are now offering the market’s most affordable pricing on restaurant bar supplies. For a short time only, the company will be reducing the cost of equipment such as the BL-020B Bar Blender 2Hp... - February 06, 2015 - Zanduco Restaurant Equipment & Supplies
Evoke New-Age Steakhouse Adds Modern Flare to Timeless Flavors
Evoke restaurant, new to Uptown Charlotte, introduces a contemporary twist on worldwide favorites, focusing on prime and dry-aged steaks, house-made pastas and innovative, raw seafood crudos, utilizing the highest quality products sourced locally, regionally and abroad. Led by a dynamic culinary... - February 06, 2015 - Evoke
Sonora Restaurant Taps TFI Envision, Inc.
TFI Envision, Inc. was tapped to develop a Costco Gift Card Package for the hugely popular Sonora Restaurant in Port Chester, NY. - February 05, 2015 - TFI Envision, Inc.
NFL Star Visits Charleston for Super Bowl XLIX
The NFL star will be a guest at the 2015 Super Bowl party hosted by Manny’s Neighborhood Grille and Café, a number-one voted restaurant in the local area. - January 29, 2015 - Manny’s Neighborhood Grille and Café
Celebrate Football in Style at One of Arizona’s Best Seafood and Steakhouses, Arrowhead Grill
Arrowhead Grill invites football fans in Arizona for the Big Game to a West Valley dining experience unlike any other. Arrowhead Grill steakhouse, a darling of the local dining scene, offers a high-end bar dining experience, outdoor dining perfect for enjoying Arizona’s sunny winter weather,... - January 28, 2015 - Arrowhead Grill
Everbrite, LLC Names Don Marshall as Director of Indoor Product Sales
Everbrite, LLC, a longtime industry leader in the manufacturing of custom branded Point of Sale (POS) signs and displays, is proud to announce Don Marshall as Director of Indoor Product Sales. “I am very pleased to announce that Don Marshall has accepted the newly formed position of Director... - January 27, 2015 - Everbrite LLC
Zanduco Restaurant Equipment & Supplies Offering Sale Pricing on the Latest Commercial Kitchen Equipment
Oakville, Ontario-based restaurant supply company, Zanduco Restaurant Equipment & Supplies has recently introduced special sale pricing on their range of high quality commercial kitchen equipment. The company’s sale event includes products such as the Robot Coupe Combination Processor -... - January 24, 2015 - Zanduco Restaurant Equipment & Supplies
BirthdayFreebies.com Launches Birthday Radar App
Birthday Radar app for Android devices locates all of the birthday freebies within a ten mile radius of your current location. - January 19, 2015 - BirthdayFreebies.com
Innovation Direct™ at Helm of Marketing Initiative for Dining Lite Invention
An innovative new product designed to effectively address a common problem for those with compromised vision, the Dining Lite, has been developed by Jeannette Zaza of Gilford, New Hampshire. The invention’s unique design insures its users that they have sufficient lighting available when... - January 15, 2015 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Italian Restaurant in Morristown - La Campagna
For one of the best Italian restaurants in Morristown, New Jersey, La Campagna offers quality service with some of the best Italian traditional dishes. They are one of the most esteemed Italian restaurants in Morristown NJ, contributing to some of the best eateries in all of New Jersey and several local wine shops provide spirits for a BYOB experience. - January 14, 2015 - La Campagna
Celebrate New Years Eve with Live Music at Nicksons Eatery
Nicksons Eatery in Downtown La Grange, Illinois will be featuring a Three Course Menu on New Year’s Eve with Live Music. To start off the evening, guests will enjoy a Seared Prawn served over Quinoa Gumbo and Thai Pickled Cabbage. The Main Course will feature Butter Poached Lobster, Gigante... - December 28, 2014 - Nicksons Eatery
Crushed Red to Open Third Location
Hilliker Corporation helps local restaurant find newest home. - December 20, 2014 - Hilliker Corporation
Authentic Mexican Tastes at the New NOM Tequila Grill at Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach
The cuisine at NOM Tequila Grill might have its culinary roots in Mexico with French and Spanish influences, but the ingredients on the menu are farm fresh and locally sourced. - December 19, 2014 - Ventura County Lodging Association
Award-Winning Irish Author Comes Home to Boston
Penny McCann Pennington, author of acclaimed novel, "It Burns a Lovely Light" made a splash in Somerville's Infamous Irish Restaurant and Pub, The Burren. "You can't beat signing books to the sound of mandolin, guitar and some crisp Gaelic Harmonies," says Pennington. "Not... - December 17, 2014 - Penny McCann Pennington
The Mint Celebrates 5th Best Beer Selection in Western Washington
Local Alehouse Brings Prestige to the Plateau with Dining Award. - December 13, 2014 - The Historic Mint Restaurant & Alehouse
Randy's Pizza Challenge One Man Against a 30 Inch Pizza
One man against a 30" pizza World Class Competitive Eater Pat Bertoletti will attempt a world record. He will attempt to eat a 30" two topping pizza in 30 minutes or less, this has never been done before in Randy's Pizza Challenge or its believed in the world. The event will take place... - December 12, 2014 - Randy's Pizza
Innovation Direct™ Designated as Licensing Liaison Between Drive Thru Weather Protector Invention and Industry
An innovative and useful new product intended to effectively address a common problem encountered by those who work in the fast food industry, the Drive Thru Weather Protector, has been developed by Lois R. Mullins-Taylor of Blairsville, Georgia. The invention’s unique design helps provide... - December 12, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Robert Reardon III Joins Indevia Accounting
Indevia Accounting welcomes Robert Reardon III as its new Senior Account Executive. The San Diego based restaurant accounting firm provides outsourced accounting services to restaurants in the United States. Reardon joins the sales team following 15 years working with restaurants to improve profitability. He has also served in the US Navy. - December 09, 2014 - Indevia Accounting
Square One Ranked Among World’s 20 Best Hotel Restaurants
Park Hyatt Saigon’s Square One was voted number 20 among the “101 Best Hotel Restaurants Around the World,” a prestigious list published every year by The Daily Meal, a renowned US-based food and drink website. Lately, hotels have raised the bar with their dining outlets,... - December 05, 2014 - Park Hyatt Saigon
Dirty Ceilings Can Lead to Failing Health Department Inspection Says OSA Janitorial
Brad Pierce, owner of OSA Janitorial, offers advice on cleaning of this overlooked area of your food preparation area. - December 05, 2014 - OSA Janitorial Service
Fast Casual Pizza Finds Its Perfect Partner
Stone-Hearth Pizza From a Conveyor Oven in Under Three Minutes. - November 27, 2014 - PizzaOvens.com
The Pizza Press Set to Open Second Location This December
The fast casual, build-your-own pizza restaurant will open its doors in Old Towne Orange with a Great Pizza Giveaway. - November 21, 2014 - Pizza Press
Better Than Streaming Music - JukeVision Team Seeks Crowdfunding for Video Jukebox
JukeVision, an unorthodox jukebox that will revolutionize how music is experienced in public places. Scott Nelson and team are looking to raise $28,000. - November 19, 2014 - JukeVision
St. Florian's Brewery Launches Barrel-Aged Program
Series to begin with Barrel-Aged Browns - November 18, 2014 - St. Florian's Brewery LLC
The Latest Singapore Wednesday Night Party: CIRCULATE. Drinks Are Fizzy, Music is Groovy, Crowd is Buzzing
CIRCULATE is the new Wednesday night out at Le Comptoir in the vibrant Boat Quay area. On a weekly base CIRCULATE will bring you the best international quality house music by a resident DJ and weekly circulating guest DJ’s either national or international. Every Wednesday the bar comes alive... - November 18, 2014 - Hertog Entertainment Pte Ltd.
Charlene’s Home Cooking Sponsors Thanksgiving Dinner for 12 Families from Spartanburg County District 6 Schools
Charlene’s Home Cooking understands the value of sharing a good meal with family. Unfortunately some families will struggle this Thanksgiving, so the Charlene’s Home Cooking family want to share the joy of food and fellowship with 12 area deserving families. Officials from 4... - November 17, 2014 - Charlene's Home Cooking
Saratoga Restaurant Equipment Sales Thanks Long-Term Employees
On Wed., Nov. 5th, Saratoga Restaurant Equipment Sales President Dave Hummel brought together his staff to celebrate and thank several employees who have shown dedication by consistently exceeding his expectations. Hummel presented plaques and certificates of appreciation to five long-term... - November 15, 2014 - Saratoga Restaurant Equipment Sales
Innovation Direct™ to Present Speed Glove Invention to Potential Licensees in the Industry
An innovative new product designed to serve as a valuable accessory in food service settings, the Speed Glove, has been developed by Danny Offutt of Madisonville, Kentucky. The invention’s unique design enables those handling food to be able to put on protective gloves in unprecedentedly easy... - November 13, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Demanding Unpaid Minimum Wages, Alleged Former Stripper of Popular Long Island City Club Scandals Files Federal Lawsuit
An alleged former exotic dancer of LIC club Scandals has filed a federal lawsuit seeking minimum wages and misappropriated tips. The alleged former stripper asks the Court to tap her lawyers, Michael J. Redenburg and Matthew Osman (pro-hac vice motion forthcoming) as counsel to represent a class of former and current dancers. - November 05, 2014 - Michael J. Redenburg, Esq. PC
Magnolia South Restaurant is Now Open in Midtown/West Nashville
Magnolia South, now open in Nashville, provides intimate fine dining in an historic setting. The restaurant showcases Executive Chef Sean Barger’s Southern cuisine with French influences prepared mostly with the best locally sourced ingredients. Located at 1808 Hayes Street, the fine dining... - November 05, 2014 - Magnolia South Nashville
Destenaire Discusses Skydeck Chicago with Randy Stancik
Destenaire Writer Sallie Oto Talks to Randy Stancik, GM of Skydeck Chicago - November 04, 2014 - Destenaire
Innovation Direct™ at Helm of Promotional Efforts for Paper Slice Pro Invention
An innovative and highly functional new product designed to facilitate a common and essential food preparation task, the Paper Slice Pro, has been developed by Shigeki Kamio of Naples, Florida. The invention's unique design greatly simplifies the task of slicing a number of vegetables, including... - November 02, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Safety in Mission, Texas? It’s Safer Than Most Large Metropolitan Cities
Safety in Mission, Texas is a concern that many visitors have in mind. Well, safer than Honolulu, The Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Mission, Texas as the 13th safest city in America! - October 30, 2014 - The Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce