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.
A Thousand Tongues Titillated
Local Food Tour Goes From Unknown to Top Savannah Activity in Just 8 Months - December 05, 2012 - Savannah Taste Experience
QA Graphics Helps Maid-Rite Corporation Roll Out Digital Menu Boards
QA Graphics, Iowa-based interactive design firm, is pleased to announce that they have developed a digital menu board solution that Maid-Rite Corporation will implement at their new franchise locations. Established in 1926, Maid-Rite takes pride in being one of, if not the oldest franchise... - December 05, 2012 - QA Graphics
Daimer Unveils Carpet Cleaner for Food Service Industry Steam Cleaner Needs
Restaurants require powerful, professional portable steam cleaners to maintain carpets effectively. Carpet cleaners with superior pressure and temperature levels make cleaning easier than ever before. - November 24, 2012 - Daimer Industries, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ Set to Represent Patent Pending Mobley Napkin Holder Invention to Potential Licensees in Industry
An innovative new product designed to bring unprecedented functionality to a common table top accessory, the Mobley Napkin Holder, has been developed by Frank Mobley of Ashford, Alabama. The invention’s unique design lends an eye catching and useful feature to a standard napkin... - November 21, 2012 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
The Daily Planet Café Explores the Sweet Science of Chocolate on Nov. 29
Rocky Top Hospitality Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Discusses History and Science Behind One of America’s Tastiest Treats. - November 17, 2012 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Win Four Fabulous Nights in Carmel, California
Win a luxurious four-night stay for two in beautiful Carmel, California. Enjoy innovative meals and fine wines at Carmel’s landmark Cypress Inn and Carmel Valley’s award-winning Bernardus Lodge. Visit the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, walk white-sand beaches, stroll through vineyards,... - November 16, 2012 - Authentic Luxury Travel
Jaime Partners Announces Successful Completion of Top Chef Finalist’s New Searsucker Scottsdale Restaurant
Jaime Partners, the San Diego-based, highly regarded and experienced project management company, is announcing the successful completion of Top Chef finalist’s new Searsucker restaurant located in Scottsdale, Arizona. After successfully managing and completing the first Searsucker project in... - November 16, 2012 - Jaime Partners
Papouli’s Greek Grill Director of Leadership Recognized for Commitment to Restaurant
Papouli’s Greek Grill Director of Leadership Alex Moseley celebrates his five-year anniversary with company. - November 14, 2012 - Papouli's Greek Grill
Winter Sale: Low Prices and Free Shipping on All Entrance Mats
With guaranteed low prices and free shipping for all online orders, Eaglemat.com invites businesses to save on all entrance mats and other facility safety products this winter. - November 13, 2012 - Eagle Mat and Floor Products
Sofitel Luxury Hotel in Manila Presents the Magnifique Concepts Behind the New Spiral
Sofitel Manila, the only French luxury hotel in Manila, introduces the lavish interior and dining concepts for the New Spiral. - November 10, 2012 - Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila
The Daily Planet Café Hosts Science Café Event Nov. 15 to Discuss the New Dog on the Block
Rocky Top Hospitality’s Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Discusses Ecology, Behavior and Hybrid Genetics Of Coyotes - November 10, 2012 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Ziptip, Inc., Mobile Payments for Tips and Gratuities, Announces a New Way for Restaurant Waitstaff to Receive Tips
Ziptip, Inc., mobile payments for tips and gratuities, announces a new way for restaurant waitstaff to receive tips. Restaurant waitstaff simply display to customers an image, most commonly on a business card, to get tipped. Tippers scan the image using their phones and the free Ziptip apps (for... - November 09, 2012 - Ziptip, Inc.
Pizza Rustica Introduces the Skinny Pizza
A lightweight pizza weighing in at only 390 calories - November 09, 2012 - Pizza Rustica
Restaurant Match: Matching Taste Buds with Best Restaurant Deals Singapore
Restaurant Match intends to bridge the gap between frugal gourmands and fine restaurant dining by offering best restaurant deals Singapore. The company aims to offer a win-win solution for diners who love to explore their palatal tendencies and restaurant owners who wish to establish a client base... - November 09, 2012 - Restaurant Match
Nonni's Corner Trattoria Awarded Best Marketing Effort 2012
Nonni's Corner Trattoria has been awarded the Best Marketing Effort of 2012 by the Grove City, Pa, Chamber of Commerce. - November 05, 2012 - Nonni's Corner Trattoria
Rockwell’s American Grill to Host Thanksgiving Buffet on Nov. 22
Local Cary Restaurant Cooks Up Classic Thanksgiving Comfort with Traditional Dishes, Southern Holiday Flair. - November 03, 2012 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Barney’s Beanery Turns Up the Election Heat with "Rock the Beer Vote"
Patrons of the Legendary Los Angeles Area RoadHouse Cast the Vote for Their Favorite Presidential Candidates by Hitting the Taps - November 01, 2012 - Barney's Beanery
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Announces Its First Location in Denver, Colorado
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, famously known for their award-winning hand-tossed, coal-fired brick oven pizzas and calzones, fresh salads and delicious desserts is announcing its latest expansion move into the state of Colorado. Located in scenic Denver Pavilions, the restaurant will offer its... - October 31, 2012 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria
The Daily Planet Café Hosts Science Trivia Night
Rocky Top Hospitality’s Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Evaluates Who Knows Science the Best with Its First Trivia Night. - October 31, 2012 - Rocky Top Hospitality
QUORiON Primed to Unveil New Restaurant POS System
QUORiON announces production of new restaurant POS system - the QTouch15. A complete POS system for enterprising restaurant owners, who are looking for flexibility, smooth workflow flows, and controlled costs plus revenue streams. - October 30, 2012 - QUORiON Data Systems
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Continues Its Expansion in Texas
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, famously known for their award-winning hand-tossed, coal-fired brick oven pizzas and calzones, fresh salads and delicious desserts is announcing its latest expansion move into the state of Texas. Located in Cinco Ranch, the restaurant will offer 3,600-square-feet of... - October 29, 2012 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria
Toque Magazine's 2nd Annual Food App Awards Announces 19-Member Judges’ Panel, Extended Entry Deadline to November 9
Food and drink app developers and owners now have until November 9, 2012 to enter Toque Magazine’s annual Food App Awards. A panel of 19 judges representing all facets of the food, digital, mobile design, research and marketing industries is in place to evaluate the finalists, including Chuck Martin of The Mobile Future Institute, Sara Bittorf of Boston Market, the editors of Food52 and Rick Boyce VP digital media sales monster.com. - October 27, 2012 - Toque Magazine
Displays2Go Steps Up Selection of Tiered Food Displays
Steel Trapezoid Collection added to wide selection of styles and shapes. Release timed for busy season of hospitality, catering, and home needs for casual or formal holiday entertaining. - October 26, 2012 - Displays2go
Farrell’s to Host the Coolest Presidential Election Ever
Cast a vote for the US President by ordering your favorite candidate’s sundae. Results will be released Monday, November 5th. Everyone that votes can come back to Farrell’s to receive a free sundae on Election Day. - October 26, 2012 - Farrell's Ice Cream Parlour
Grand Café Caters Fun-Tastic Family Bonding This Halloween
Grand Café invites the whole family to a wickedly wonderful way to celebrate this Halloween. - October 24, 2012 - Grandview Tower
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Announces Its First California Location
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, famously known for their award-winning hand-tossed, coal-fired brick oven pizzas and calzones, fresh salads and delicious desserts is announcing its latest expansion move, into the state of California. Grimaldi’s first location in California will be located at 2121... - October 21, 2012 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria
Arizona's Arrowhead Grill Cooks Up Thanksgiving Dinner
Reservations are required for Thanksgiving dinner and are expected to go quickly. The prix fixe meal and the choices are varied and vibrant. Thanksgiving Day dinner will be served from noon until 7 p.m. on Nov. 22. - October 21, 2012 - Arrowhead Grill
Sofitel Manila Introduces the Rebirth of the New Spiral
Spiral, Sofitel Manila’s flagship restaurant, re-launches a brand new dining concept. - October 20, 2012 - Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila
Pizza Rustica Signs First Two Leases in the Middle East
Pizza Rustica to open first two locations under Master Agreement. - October 18, 2012 - Pizza Rustica
The Kitchen Heats Up with Chef Marco Torre as the Newest Culinary Addition at Park Hyatt Saigon
Newly appointed Executive Sous Chef, Marco Torre, leads the way to Italian indulgence at Opera and global dining for Events. - October 18, 2012 - Park Hyatt Saigon
The Daily Planet Café Discusses the Science Brewing Behind Coffee with Larry’s Beans on Oct. 25
Rocky Top Hospitality Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Talks Coffee and Sustainability with Local Coffee Roaster. - October 18, 2012 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Devils Backbone Brewing Company Takes National Title Small Brewpub and Small Brewpub Brewer of the Year at the 2012 Great American Beer Festival
Devils Backbone Brewing Company takes the national title at GABF and wins 8 medals overall. - October 17, 2012 - Devils Backbone Brewing Company
When Two Companies Combine Their Passions: It Creates a Dynamic Duo
What do you get when two award-winning companies combine their passions? Something extraordinary. At a time when some organizations are beginning to question should employees be required to go through food safety training just like management; This Is It BBQ and Seafood is ahead of the game with... - October 12, 2012 - Benson Mills Group, LLC
Be Among the First to Taste Francis Ford Coppola’s Inglenook Label at Arrowhead Grill
Exclusive Dinner Expertly Pairs Coppola’s New Inglenook Label with Gourmet Dishes, Oct. 22, at 6 p.m. - October 10, 2012 - Arrowhead Grill
Brrrberry is Giving Away Free Frozen Yogurt at the Morehead City Grand Opening
Brrrberry Frozen Yogurt invites Morehead City to the grand opening of their newest location in the Crystal Coast Plaza on October 13, 2012. The Frozen Yogurt Bar is giving away free frozen yogurt and The National Marrow Donor Program will be onsite to raise awareness and funds. - October 10, 2012 - Brrrberry Frozen Yogurt Bar
Texan to Visit 11,000th Starbucks and Donate to Charity
A Texas man named Winter will visit his 11,000th Starbucks store next week and donate $11,000 to charity. Winter has spent 15 years traveling across 34 countries on a mission to drink coffee from every company-owned Starbucks in the world. - October 09, 2012 - Starbucks Everywhere
Five Locally-Owned Restaurants Comprise New San Marco Dining District, a Co-Marketing Partnership to Celebrate Jacksonville's Premier Dining Destination
The San Marco Dining District features special offers and events on its Facebook page at facebook.com/SanMarcoDining - October 06, 2012 - The Neighborhoods of World Golf Village
Opera Tempts with Terrace Tapas and Peroni Beers at Park Hyatt Saigon
A new dining experience to share good Mediterranean cooking and plenty to drink with friends and family. - October 05, 2012 - Park Hyatt Saigon
Rock & Roll Celebrity Waiter Dinner to Serve Up Fun to Benefit the Heights Center
“Celebrity” waiters will serve up food, fun and "Rock and Roll" at the Heights Foundation’s Celebrity Waiter Dinner hosted by Yabo Restaurant on Monday, October 15 from 6:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. Local musicians will fill in as wait staff and compete for tips that inspire... - October 04, 2012 - Heights Foundation
Barbette Now Emphasizes a Healthier Menu on HealthyDiningFinder.com
Barbette, named “Best French Restaurant” by Mples St Paul Magazine, is now offering a number of dietitian-approved menu selections for its diners through the Healthy Dining Program and HealthyDiningFinder.com. Now guests who come for the music, events and ambiance at Barbette can be... - October 03, 2012 - Healthy Dining
Award "BIO Kouzina" for Creta Maris Beach Resort
Creta Maris Beach Resort supporting its new philosophy ''Green Cretan All Inclusive'' and in the context of ecological consciousness, got awarded from the BIO HELLAS Institute. - October 03, 2012 - Maris Hotels
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Now Open in Westfield Citrus Park
Grimaldi's Pizzeria, famous for their award-winning hand-tossed, coal-fired brick oven pizzas and calzones, fresh salads and delicious desserts, is now open at its newest location in Tampa, Fla. Located at 7990 Citrus Park Town Center at Westfield Citrus Park, the 4,000-square-foot restaurant... - September 30, 2012 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria
Taste the Art of the Blended Wine at Arrowhead Grill’s West-Side Wine Club
Delve into the rich history of wine blending by tasting blends, both red and white, from the world’s most famous wine regions, Greece, France, Italy, Sonoma and Napa. AG wine club to explore the tastes and triumphs of blended wines this Saturday, Sept 29, 2-4 p.m. - September 28, 2012 - Arrowhead Grill
Eggstyle Serving Up Breakfast in the Greater Tampa Bay Area
Tampa Florida based ecommerce specialist Assorted Design announced its working relationship with the Tampa Bay area based, breakfast specializing, Eggstyle restaurant group. The business relationship will include marketing services, search engine optimization, web content creation and management of... - September 28, 2012 - Assorted Design
Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill Inks First New Jersey Franchisee
Garjersey, LLC will open locations in northern and central New Jersey in early 2013. - September 26, 2012 - Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill
Bandana’s Bar-B-Q Opens Evansville, IN Site
St. Louis, MO-based Bandana’s Bar-B-Q opened its newest location at 6636 Logan Dr, Evansville, IN today. The 32 unit chain currently operates locations in Missouri, Illinois, Iowa and Indiana with plans to continue expansion within these states while looking at opportunities in Ohio, Nebraska... - September 24, 2012 - Bandana's Bar-B-Q
Indulge New York® Pre-Launch Cocktail Reception on September 27th is Being Hosted at the Hotel Gansevoort Meatpacking. Don't Miss This Exciting Event.
Indulge New York® announces its Pre-launch Cocktail Reception this Thursday evening at the Hotel Gansevoort in the Meatpacking District from 6:00 to 9:00 pm at the Rooftop Lounge. Members of the press, NYC Hotels, Chambers of Commerce and tourism venues will be in attendance. Many INY participating vendors and restaurants will join in this celebration. The official Indulge New York® will be November 1st. - September 22, 2012 - Indulge New York
Toque Magazine 2012 Food App Awards Accepting Entries Now for the Event Honoring the Best in Food, Wine, Spirits and Restaurant Apps
Toque Magazine announces its second Food App awards event dedicated to food applications designed for mobile devices. Entries are accepted at the website; first entry is free and $75 thereafter. Deadline for entries is November 2. Winners are announced December 7, 2012. Apps will be judged in 15 categories; a Best Overall will be awarded as well. - September 20, 2012 - Toque Magazine
The Eat Here and Pedroncelli Wine Dinner
The Chef teams at the Beach Bistro and Eat Here will present favorite selections from their menus. The tasting menu will include Chilled Applewood Smoked Shrimp, One Helluva Soup, Lamb Loin with Hudson Valley Fois Gras, Sweet Neck Farms Oyster Pan Roast and Confit of Duck Leg. For dessert, the Chocolate Budino. - September 20, 2012 - Eat Here
Quicki POS Launches on the Apple iPad with Its New Retail POS System
Quicki POS is a iPad POS system that is revolutionary in every way. It blows it’s competition away. It boasts of running with no wifi and only a 4g or 3g verizon.com Apple iPad. It allows for printing, cash box, Barcode scanner and a whole lot more with a price of just $749. This POS on the... - September 18, 2012 - Quicki POS