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.
Intelaplay Launches a Best-In-Class Online Travel Experience
Intelaplay launches www.intelaplay.com, an immersive and intuitive online travel website, providing a differentiated experience for travelers and advertisers alike. The online platform offers an educational, easy to use, yet richly contextual experience. Developed by Junction Creative Solutions,... - December 06, 2011 - Intelaplay
Dean Ogan of Rocky Top Hospitality Named to the Chef’s Academy North Carolina Advisory Board
Owner of Rocky Top Hospitality Appointed to Advisory Board of Local Culinary Institute. - December 04, 2011 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Blu.Wood.Studio Manufactures Custom Pieces for Sheraton Orlando
Multi-talented custom manufacturer, Blu.Wood.Studio of Orlando, FL has won the contract to build more than a dozen custom furniture pieces for the new Sheraton Lake Buena Vista Hotel in the Orlando. The job was originally headed to China. - November 28, 2011 - Blu Wood Studio
Restaurant Furniture Supply Company Fashion Seating Urges Businesses to Take Advantage of Selection on European Wooden Side Chairs
Fashion Seating, a commercial restaurant furniture company, recently revealed a large selection of European crafted wooden chairs and is urging business owners to take advantage of the products’ affordability and comfort. - November 26, 2011 - Fashion Seating
Finalists Announced for Toque 2011 Food App Awards
Finalists were announced for Toque 2011 Food App Awards. Judging will take place between now and early December to decide the winners in 15 categories, with an additional Best Overall app award. Awards will be announced at a Twitter event on December 8, 5:30 p.m. PST. - November 23, 2011 - Toque Magazine
Wine Train New Year’s Eve to Support Breast Cancer Patients
Black, White, and Pink Ball: Party to raise funds; Wine Train New Year’s Eve party will donate to Queen of the Valley Medical Center Foundation. - November 23, 2011 - Napa Valley Wine Train
Give the Gift of Wisconsin Dining with CityTins from Wisconsinmade.com
Wisconsinmade.com now offers CityTins, retro-style gift tins filled with discounts to local Wisconsin restaurants. - November 23, 2011 - Wisconsinmade.com
Allen + Associates Announces Launch of An American Story
Allen + Associates, a nationally recognized retained Executive Search firm, has launched An American Story, a quick-read literary series that pays homage to the American brands, companies, and inspirational individuals that mold the American marketplace. An American Story is a daily desktop read... - November 21, 2011 - Allen Associates Executive Search
South Jersey Residents Urged to #OccupyRestaurants by Startup BigSweetDeal
"Occupy Restaurants: because they have empty tables to fill, and need your help," claims BigSweetDeal. While launching their new #occupyrestaurants campaign, featuring 99 cents off your first purchase, for "the 99%." - November 19, 2011 - BigSweetDeal
Rang Mahal Indian Restaurant is Nominated for Chef of Chefs Award
One of the best Indian Restaurants in Thailand, the Rang Mahal, has been selected as a finalist for the Miele Guide, Asia’s first truly independent and authoritative restaurant guide, launched in 2008 in order to celebrate Asia’s best chefs and restaurants. - November 18, 2011 - Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok
Restaurant Furniture Supply Company Fashion Seating Reveals Large Selection of Indoor and Outdoor Products
Commercial furniture supply company Fashion Seating is spotlighting its selection of indoor and outdoor products and encouraging restaurant owners to upgrade their current supplies. - November 18, 2011 - Fashion Seating
The Twisted Fork Restaurant & Bakery Offers Free Desserts for Thanksgiving Holiday
Rocky Top Hospitality Restaurant to Offer Free Pumpkin Pie with Each Twisted Fork Dessert Purchased. - November 18, 2011 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Arizona's Arrowhead Grill Offers Variety for Thanksgiving 2011 Dinner
Arrowhead Grill and Valley chef Charles Wade Schwerd are serving Thanksgiving Day dinner this year with Thanksgiving recipes and non-traditional alternatives. Reservations are required for Thanksgiving dinner and are expected to go quickly. The cost is $49.99 per person for the prix fixe meal and... - November 17, 2011 - Arrowhead Grill
Orlando Catering Company Bubbalou’s BBQ Provides Smoked Turkeys for the Holidays
Whether it’s a small, intimate gathering or a large group of family and friends, Orlando catering and BBQ restaurant Bubbalou’s BBQ has everything needed to plan a memorable Thanksgiving dinner this year. Let a smoked turkey be the main attraction at the dinner table or enlist the help... - November 16, 2011 - Bubbalou's BBQ Restaurant
RediHEAT Extends Warranty for Heated Pizza and Food Delivery Bags
RediHEAT, Inc, maker of durable and the most cost-effective heated food-delivery bags, now offers the industry's best warranty to support them. - November 16, 2011 - RediHEAT, Inc
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Coming to the Las Vegas Strip
In the world of pizza, Grimaldi’s is an institution that has garnered more awards than any other pizzeria in the country. Using only the freshest ingredients, Grimaldi’s serves traditional pizza (as it began in Naples, Italy) in an upscale yet casual, family oriented pizzeria. - November 13, 2011 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria
Status Solutions Features Differentiation at the International Hotel, Motel + Restaurant Show (IHMRS) 2011
Members of international hotel and lodging associations and IHMRS attendees will have the opportunity to learn how SARA and CATIE can help their facilities prevent loss of life, property, business and convenience, while at the same time offering an amenity and communication tool to their guests. - November 12, 2011 - Status Solutions
British Open Pub Announces Extended Happy Hour, New Ladies’ Night on Saturdays
Ladies’ Night and extended happy hours are coming to the British Open Pub, beginning in November. The British Open Pub, which was voted a Top 5 English Pub in Arizona in the Phoenix New Times “Best of Phoenix 2011” readers’ poll, is celebrating the fall season with a new... - November 11, 2011 - British Open Pub & Grill
Peroni’s Joint, Latest Offering from Metin Durmus, Delivers Specialty Comfort Food to Bridgeport
Grand Opening on November 15th at 2804 Fairfield Avenue. - November 10, 2011 - Peroni's Joint
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria at Quarry Village is Now Open
The restaurant group, headed by CEO Joey Ciolli, is in a major expansion mode for Texas and many other states. The company currently operates over 20 restaurants in Nevada, Arizona, Nevada, New York, and Florida. Grimaldi’s Pizzerias’ expansion plans for 2011 include Las Vegas, Clearwater Florida, and various other sites TBA. - November 09, 2011 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria
Boutique Marketing Agency Wins International Design Award for Olenjack’s Grille Website
Adapt Marketing & Design Receives W³ Silver Award from International Academy of the Visual Arts. - November 04, 2011 - Adapt Marketing & Design
Keeping Up with Trends: Updating Outdoor Nightclub Furniture with FashionSeating.com
Fashion Seating, a family based commercial restaurant furniture company, is encouraging both established and newly started restaurants, bars, and nightclubs to keep up-to-date with current hospitality trends by updating their restaurant furniture. - November 04, 2011 - Fashion Seating
San Diego Home Cooking Offers Half Off to All Military Personnel, Friends and Family on Veteran’s Day
San Diego Home Cooking, the restaurant group known for its comfort food with locations in Mission Valley, Escondido, Carmel Valley, La Mesa and Lakeside, announced today it will honor all active duty and retired military veterans with a 50% off special on Veteran’s Day, November 11, 2011. In... - November 02, 2011 - San Diego Home Cooking
The Kebab Shop Announces Fall Opening of Its 3rd Location in Encinitas, California
The causal cuisine with a European influence announces the opening of the third location in Encinitas, Calif. is set for October 2011. - October 30, 2011 - The Kebab Shop
Draft Carolina Burgers & Beers and Red Room Tapas Lounge Host Halloween Costume Contest on Oct. 29
Rocky Top Hospitality Restaurants Host Costume Contest Offering Cash Prizes and Restaurant Gift Cards. - October 29, 2011 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Rubio’s® Restaurants Adds Langostino Lobster to Growing Seafood Menu for a Limited Time Only
Iconic Restaurant Invites Guests to Treat Themselves to Seasonal Fan Favorites - October 27, 2011 - Rubio's
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Announces Its Fourth Florida Location
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria currently has 21 locations across the US, including Texas, Nevada, Arizona, and its flagship stores in New York City. The restaurants have received a warm reception in Florida where many are already familiar with Grimaldi’s legendary coal-fired pizza. - October 27, 2011 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria
Carlsbad Restaurant Renamed Flying Elephant Pub & Grill Under New Ownership
New Owners Remodel, Revamp and Re-Launch as the Premier Live Music and Entertainment Venue in North County San Diego - October 27, 2011 - The Flying Elephant
Grimaldi's Pizzeria Opens Its Eighth Texas Location
The restaurant group, headed by CEO Joey Ciolli, is in a major expansion mode for Texas and many other states. The company currently operates over 30 restaurants in Nevada, Arizona, Nevada, New York, and Florida. With recent its most recent opening in San Antonio, Grimaldi’s Pizzerias’ expansion plans for 2011 include Las Vegas, Clearwater Florida, and various other sites TBA. - October 26, 2011 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria
Davidson Realty and Taps Bar & Grill Present NovemberFest on Nov. 9th to Benefit Relay for Life and the American Cancer Society
A delicious beer tasting is on tap this Fall for Jacksonville and St. Augustine residents who want to try out a variety of tasty brews and support a good cause at the same time. World Golf Village-based Davidson Realty and Taps Bar & Grill on County Road 210 West have teamed up to present... - October 25, 2011 - The Neighborhoods of World Golf Village
Emmaculate Reflections Experienced Cleaning Service of South Florida
Emmaculate Reflections was started in 1984 as a restaurant kitchen cleaning service for restaurants in the South Florida area. Today it has expanded to include many of the major Eastern Seaboard cities. Customized cleanliness is the priority at Emmaculate Reflections. - October 24, 2011 - Emmaculate Reflections
Charlotte, NC’s Rick Siskey Announces Expansion of American Roadside Burgers
Rick Siskey Says Fast Casual Chain a Tribute to Classic Hamburger Stands - October 23, 2011 - Rick Siskey Charlotte, NC
Final Approach Restaurant Presents a New Dinner Theatre Experience at the Sheboygan County Memorial Airport; First Production 12/1 – 12/4
The Final Approach Restaurant at the Sheboygan County Memorial Airport, known for their amazing food and dining experience, has come together with J&G Productions, to bring to you a new dinner theatre experience. J&G Productions in Sheboygan, is led by Ralph Maffongelli, former Artistic... - October 20, 2011 - J&G Unlimited, LLC.
Sensory 3 Restaurant and Lounge Launches New Menu Featuring Old and New Dishes
Sensory 3 Restaurant and Lounge located in the Presque Isle Downs and Casino officially launched their new menu Oct. 12, 2011. The new menu celebrates Sensory 3’s classic La Bonne Vie steakhouse roots and introduces new eclectic specialties that are sure to spark the wildest of... - October 19, 2011 - MTR
Retail Capital Offers South African Restaurant Owners Financial Relief
Retail Capital, offers South African Restaurateurs a finance option that is able to serve their needs for flexible, convenient and instant access to capital that enables them to respond and adapt to changes within the marketplace as and when needed. - October 19, 2011 - Retail Capital
Biergarten Boca Raton Presents the Voodoo Tiki Tequila Waterita
Biergarten Boca Raton announced their specialty Voodoo Tiki Tequila Margarita, the Waterita, Watermelon Margarita to rave reviews at their Grand Opening celebration. The Waterita features fresh watermelon, small batch, craft Voodoo Tiki Platinum tequila, and homemade sour mix with fresh juices. The... - October 17, 2011 - Voodoo Tiki Tequila Corp.
Farrell’s Ice Cream Parlour Hiring 200 Staff October 18 – 20 for Their New Rancho Cucamonga
Farrell’s to hire all positions for their new Rancho Cucamonga location. - October 16, 2011 - Farrell's Ice Cream Parlour
Apple iPad is Now Dispensing Money
Apple iPad is Dispensing Money and Making Change, for example it can generate an additional $10,800 dollars in sales per month for a QSR restaurant like Popeye's. - October 14, 2011 - Revel Systems, Inc.
Toque Launches 2011 Food App Awards, Announces Judges
First-ever Food App Awards honors the best apps in food, wine, beer, spirits and restaurant categories. Winners announced December 8, 5:30 p.m. PST at Twitter event #foodappawards. Meet the judges and enter apps by October 28, 2011. - October 13, 2011 - Toque Magazine
Baker St Pub & Grill Celebrates Oktoberfest with Seasonal Brews, German-Inspired Dishes
The Bavarian Bacon and Ham Pretzel Sandwich and the hearty German sausage sampler are back by popular demand at Baker St. Pub & Grill now through October 31, 2011. Accompanied by home-style kettle chips, this Oktoberfest-inspired favorite features grilled Black Forest Ham, strips of crispy... - October 13, 2011 - Baker St. Pub & Grill
City Oyster Adds Voodoo Tiki Tequila to Spirits Selections
Delray Beach hot spot City Oyster has added the line of Voodoo Tiki craft tequila to their extensive spirits collection. City Oyster is a modern American seafood restaurant that offers the freshest seafood served within steps of the action on Delray’s popular Atlantic Avenue. The seafood at... - October 11, 2011 - Voodoo Tiki Tequila Corp.
Farm to Table Food Distributor GourmetGuru.com Partners with Columbia Gorge Organic to Launch Smoothes, Juices and More in the Northeast
Organic and all natural food distributor, Gourmet Guru will debut a symbiotic relationship with Columbia Gorge Organic in October 2011 to launch the company's cult-favorite smoothies, juices, and functional beverages to the Northeast. - October 11, 2011 - Gourmet Guru - Locally Grown Food
Voodoo Tiki Tequila Now Available in Havana
Voodoo Tiki Tequila is now available in Havana Restaurant, the Vancouver neighborhood cultural hotspot featuring Latin Cuisine and entertainment. Inspired by the faded glory of Old Havana in Cuba, Havana opened its doors September 1996 in one of Vancouver’s most diverse neighborhoods. Havana... - October 10, 2011 - Voodoo Tiki Tequila Corp.
Shakey's® Bares Its Soul in Time for dineLA Restaurant Week
Singing Spokespuds, The Mojo® Supremes, Introduce Shakey’s Newest Pizza Combination. - October 09, 2011 - Big Imagination Group
Two Parrots Pub & Grill Receives Shipment of Voodoo Tiki Tequila
Granville Strip neighborhood pub, Two Parrots Pub & Grill has received their first shipment of small batch, handcrafted Voodoo Tiki Tequila. The single barrel, award winning tequila bottled in artesan Mexican bubble glass and featuring a three dimensional Tiki Idol inside every bottle, is now... - October 08, 2011 - Voodoo Tiki Tequila Corp.
North Jersey Gets Ready to Spoon
Old Tappan locals anxious to line up for the opening of North Jersey's first "Spoon Me" Frozen Yogurt and Smoothie franchise. - October 08, 2011 - Spoon Me
Black Hat Cattle Co Receives the Jefferson County Public Health’s "Leader in Food Safety" Award
Dave Rodriguez, owner of Black Hat Cattle Co, located in Kittredge, Colorado received the Leader in Food Safety Award from the Jefferson County Public Health Department. This award is given annually to four leading establishments in Jefferson County that have a commitment to proper food handling... - October 07, 2011 - Black Hat Cattle Co
D'lites Ice Cream Shops Launches National Rollout
Famous for its low calorie, low fat soft serve ice cream shops D'lites is now launching a national rollout. - October 07, 2011 - D'lites Ice Cream Shops, Inc.
Announcing the Release of Link Intelligence by Antera Software
Announcing Ocular Character Recognition (OCR) Software designed for automatically extracting data from Restaurant Comment Cards and processing reports based on this data. A Restaurant Manager can toss a stack of comment cards into a desktop scanner or multifunctional devise and the rest of the process is automated. - October 06, 2011 - Antera Software
ChefUniforms.com Announces Contest to Win Cash for the Holidays
ChefUniforms.com is holding a contest, in which professional chefs and culinary students will compete to win some extra cash for the holidays. Voting will take place on the company’s website from October 25th to November 28th, and winners will be announced on November 29th. One contestant with the most votes will be the grand prize winner. For more information about the contest and for complete rules and regulations, please visit www.chefuniforms.com/contest. - October 05, 2011 - Chef Uniforms.com