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.

HobnobCharleston Honors Caviar and Bananas with Excellence in Dining Award

Caviar and Bananas is being honored with Hobnobcharleston’s first Excellence in Dining Award. One of only six that will be awarded in the next 12 months. Along with the launch of Hobnobcharleston’s new Dining Page, Hobnobcharleston also created this special award to highlight local... - August 17, 2009 - HobNobCharleston.com

Blenz Wesbrook Opens with House Warming Party at UBC’s MBA House

Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd. proudly announces the grand opening of Blenz Wesbrook, in the lobby of MBA House in Wesbrook Place, the newest development of the UBC neighbourhood. - August 17, 2009 - Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd.

HobnobCharleston Launches It's New Dining Guide with Special Feature: HobnobCharleston Excellence in Dining Award

Hobnobcharleston launched a new and improved Dining Section to the very popular Community Portal on August 15, 2009. The new section includes Top Ten Lists, comment forum, dining events calendar, and the coveted HobnobCharleston Excellence in Dining Award. Hobnobcharleston recognizes that... - August 15, 2009 - HobNobCharleston.com

Bugaboo Creek Steak House Launches New Menu Offering Customization and Value

The exciting new menu at Bugaboo Creek offers delicious and affordable new dishes while retaining the restaurant's best-loved classics. Check out the website at www.bugaboocreek.com and find the location nearest you. - August 15, 2009 - Bugaboo Creek Steak House

Chef Adrianne's Vineyard Restaurant and Wine Bar to Serve as Exclusive Host Location for South Florida Debut of "Dark Dining" Phenomenon

Chef Adrianne Calvo, a trailblazing Miami, Florida-based culinary artist whose considerably accomplished career has been marked by her constant willingness to innovate, will introduce the international phenomenon of “Dark Dining” to the South Florida restaurant scene during 3 exclusive... - August 13, 2009 - Chef Adrianne Calvo

Orange County Restaurant Week Comes to Bloomingdale's Home Store at South Coast Plaza

Twelve of OC’s top Chefs demonstrate items featured during Orange County’s largest culinary event. - August 13, 2009 - OC Restaurant Association

North Carolina’s New ‘Green’ McDonald’s Uses QA Graphics’ Educational Touchscreen

The third green McDonald’s restaurant in the U.S. opened July 14th in Cary, North Carolina, and is using Quality Automation Graphics’ Energy Efficiency Education Dashboard (EEED) to educate the public on the restaurant’s economic and environmental benefits. This McDonald’s... - August 12, 2009 - QA Graphics

Boulder Internet Television Network Features Sushi Tora as Best Sushi Restaurant

Channel One Networks elects Sushi Tora to head the listing of Boulder sushi restaurants. - August 11, 2009 - Channel One Networks LLC

The Red Room Tapas Lounge Wins MetroBravo! Award

Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that The Red Room Tapas Lounge received a 2009 MetroBravo! Award presented by Metro Magazine. The Red Room received a standing ovation in the category of best tapas/small plates. The MetroBravo! Awards are voted... - August 05, 2009 - Rocky Top Hospitality

Joanna Krupa, America Olivo, Kaci Battaglia, Natalie Reid, Chris Willis at DJ Times DJ Expo Monday August 10th: The BIG Sessions at Club Worship

The anticipation is on for “The BIG Sessions” party in Atlantic City during dance music’s newest and biggest event week. DJ Times’ 2009 International DJ Expo, held from August 10-13 in Atlantic City, N.J. is the premiere dance music industry convergence of the year. The Big Sessions party at Club Worship, inside the House of Blues - Atlantic City on Monday evening, August 10th kick starts the DJ Times’ DJ Expo into high gear. - August 04, 2009 - Dancemusiclabel.com/Carrillo Music LLC

Murph’s Gaslight Celebrates 2nd Year in Palm Desert

Murph’s Gaslight in Palm Desert celebrates its 2 Year Anniversary. In honor of the occasion, $2 well drinks will be served all day as well as complimentary appetizers after 6pm. There will also be a variety of special offers and prizes made available throughout the day, but you’ll have... - August 01, 2009 - Murph's Gaslight

Search for Restaurants and Sponsors to Participate in Wine and Food Under the Stars

The National Orange Show Foundation invites restaurants and sponsors to participate in its annual fundraising events, Wine and Food Under the Stars held in San Bernardino, CA on October 8, 2009. - August 01, 2009 - National Orange Show Events Center

The New L.A. Cafe Reopens Its Doors to a Warm Welcome in Downtown Whitestown; New Owners Chef Reid Craig & Deano Vino Wilson Are Glad to be Open

L.A. Cafe has opened its doors once again at 4 South Main St. in beautiful downtown Whitestown. Original owner Larry Averitt and partners Reid Craig & Deano vino Wilson are now on board to bring local flavor to the town of Whitestown. The decor is the same, and the food is all new menu using all Indiana farm raised Black Angus beef, Pork, Free Range Chicken, Rabbit , and Maple Leaf Duck. Chef Reid Craig brings a fresh approach to to the menu and an energetic attitude to local product. - July 31, 2009 - L.A. Cafe'

One Man Against a 30 Inch Pizza at Randys Premier Pizza

One Man Against a 30 Inch Pizza at Randys Premier Pizza - July 30, 2009 - Randy's Pizza

Cuca Fresca Invites Mixologists to "Shake Their Way to Brazil" in a North American Mixology Contest

Cuca Fresca Exports, LLC, makers of a multi-award-winning portfolio of organic cachaças and ready to drink cocktails has just announced a North American mixology contest to find the best Cuca Fresca cocktail. The winner of this competition will be flown to Brazil for a private distillery... - July 29, 2009 - Cuca Fresca Exports, LLC

TrustedPlaces Takes Partnership with toptable a Step Further

TrustedPlaces announces partnership with toptable enabling users to access exclusive offers which are currently available through both toptable and TrustedPlaces. - July 29, 2009 - TrustedPlaces

The Red Room’s Executive Chef to Compete in Chef Challenge

Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that Anthony Perez, the executive chef at the Red Room, will be competing in the second annual Chef Challenge, presented by the American Heart Association. The event is designed to celebrate the culinary talents... - July 29, 2009 - Rocky Top Hospitality

Chatham Street Café & Catering Available for Private Events

Gayla Bonke, managing partner and chef at Chatham Street Café & Catering (www.chathamstreetcafe.com), located at 140 E. Chatham St. in Cary, N.C., has announced that the restaurant is available for private events, wedding receptions, holiday parties, showers, meetings, workshops and... - July 29, 2009 - Chatham Street Cafe & Catering

Need a Private Dining Room in Westwood? Restaurant Diners Get a Summer Time Discount

Responding to the growing appetite for discounts, The Melting Pot Restaurant in Westwood, NJ, has launched a 10% summer time discount for all special event and private party group reservations. Diners to benefit include those looking for a bachelorette party location in Westwood, bridal shower location in Westwood and a Sweet 16 party location in Westwood. Westwood Business owners looking for a private dining room are eligible for the discount as well. Visit: www.MeltingPotWestwood-Video.com - July 29, 2009 - Melting Pot Westwood

Motor 2 Matador Cruise to Benefit Children’s Hospital of Orange County

Owners and enthusiasts of Porsche, Lamborghini and Ferrari among others will motor to the popular Cantina in Historic Downtown Fullerton. - July 26, 2009 - The Matador Cantina

Realitalia - Lifestyle Solution Homes in Italy - Is Proud to Announce the Opening of a Beautifully Crafted Show Italian Apartment at Ville degli Olivi, Lajatico, Tuscany

Realitalia creates the Intelligent Designed Lifestyle Solution Homes in Italy. This Show Home at Ville degli Olivi contains all those attentions to achieve Sustainainability, Easy Management and Joy of living, the essential aspects of each Realitalia Lifestyle Solution Homes in Italy. - July 25, 2009 - Realitalia

Impact Menu System Chooses Corn Digital's 26" Sunlight Readable Solution for Drive-Thru Digital Menu Board

A leading menu board system provider broadens its product lines with Corn Digital's 26" Sunlight Readable Digital Signage Solution to increase spontaneous purchases. - July 22, 2009 - Corn Digital

R&R Grill Brings Traditional American Flavors to Franklin Street

R&R Grill, a new restaurant featuring traditional American cuisine and a comfortable, lively atmosphere, opens Tuesday, July 21. Located at 137 East Franklin Street, the restaurant is just across the street from UNC Chapel Hill in the heart of downtown Chapel Hill. - July 22, 2009 - R&R Grill

Blenz – Solaris Opens in Makati, Philippines

Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd. proudly announces the grand opening of Blenz – Solaris, the third Blenz location in the Philippines. - July 18, 2009 - Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd.

Randys Pizza Challenge

Two of The Top Ten Competitive Eaters in The World Strolled into Randy’s Premier Pizza on Saturday Night To Take the Randys Pizza Challenge. - July 17, 2009 - Randy's Pizza

Enjoy Dinner in Royal Card Restaurants

Royal card offers your best Brooklyn restaurants with a relaxed, friendly and elegant atmosphere where guests can enjoy authentic food. Hungry? Want to have good time with family and friends, trying to decide where to go for that special menu or just a quick bite? Royal Card features famous New... - July 17, 2009 - Royal Card

TAGx to Oversee Oceanaire Closures in Cincinnati, Philadelphia, Seattle and Charlotte, as Well as Implement Remanufacturing Program

The Advantage Group Enterprise, Inc. (TAGx), announced today they will be overseeing Oceanaire’s four facility closures as well as an asset remanufacturing and disposition program. Oceanaire Inc., a high-end seafood restaurant chain, issued a press release last week stating that it has filed... - July 16, 2009 - The Advantage Group Enterprise, Inc

Golden Spoon Expands to the Philippines

First of 25 stores slated to open by end of Q3 2009 in the Manila area. - July 15, 2009 - Golden Spoon Franchising

MadParkNews.com as Guide for the Madison Square Park and Flatiron Neighborhoods of New York City

MadParkNews.com website launches with continually updated events, restaurants, real estate, shopping, and music in the Madison Square Park and Flatiron neighborhood of New York City. - July 07, 2009 - MadParkNews.com

Shilshole Bay Beach Club Reignites Summer Waterfront Bar and Grill

Thursday Nights at the Beach, an exclusive summertime waterfront bar and grill, will kick-off July 9, 2009. - July 05, 2009 - Apulent Events + Catering

The U.S. Government Isn’t the Only One Giving Away Money This Year

Golden Chick Hatches Summertime “Big Money Giveaway.” - July 02, 2009 - Golden Chick

Hollywood Tough Guy Proves Bad Economy is Good for Dummies

One Hollywood actor is dealing with the bad economy, by taking matters into his own hands (Literally) - June 30, 2009 - Robert McRay

Rocky Top Hospitality Offers July 4 Special

Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced a buy one get one free promotion for the weekend of July 4. The promotion is valid from Friday, July 3 to Sunday, July 5 and consists of a complimentary entrée with the purchase of an entrée at... - June 28, 2009 - Rocky Top Hospitality

SecureConnect® to Provide Internet Security and PCI Compliance Solutions for Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

Quick Service Restaurants are facing a major challenge: achieve PCI Compliance to protect credit card transactions or face hefty fines for not meeting the guidelines. Because PCI guidelines are constantly evolving, Popeyes needed to find a comprehensive solution to not only accommodate the corporate restaurants, but would have the flexibility to provide a solution to their franchisees. SecureConnect® was able to acquire Popeyes as a customer because of its unique service offering. - June 27, 2009 - BHI Advanced Internet, Inc.

Chatham Street Café & Catering Introduces Live Music Fridays And Saturdays

Gayla Bonke, managing partner and chef at Chatham Street Café & Catering (www.chathamstreetcafe.com), located at 140 E. Chatham St. in Cary, N.C., has announced that the restaurant features live music every Friday beginning at 6:30 p.m. Upcoming acts include local artists such as Charlie... - June 27, 2009 - Chatham Street Cafe & Catering

Launch Date Set for New Mobile Coupon Superhero

In a world where patrons are "tuning out" advertising, and restaurants are struggling through a recession, along comes WOW Deal, the Mobile Coupon Superhero that is... so powerful, it's spreading like crazy, so compelling, patrons are signing up to get it, and so effective, restaurants will get addicted to it. - June 27, 2009 - WOW Deal

Rigatoni Tuscan Oven Was Voted Business of the Year 2009

The South Tampa Chamber of Commerce named Rigatoni Tuscan Oven Restaurant & Catering "Business of the Year" 2009. Sonia Barcena said,"Thank you South Tampa for all of your continued support." - June 27, 2009 - Rigatoni Tuscan Oven Restaurant & Catering

Indian Food in Los Angeles, Electric Karma, Now Delivering

What could be better than a fresh choice of foreign Indian dishes, besides of course having it brought to your door? Indian Food delivery in Hollywood, West Hollywood & Beverly Hills area. The food at Electric Karma is unparalleled, a well-spiced Indian curry is often accompanied by garnished... - June 19, 2009 - electric karma

Lennar Offers Huge Savings to Prospective Homebuyers

The Coastal Carolina Division of Lennar recently announced a new incentive program that offers buyers the opportunity to save thousands on the purchase of a new home. The program offers a price reduction of up to $20,000 on select Lennar homes at Wentworth Hall in Summerville and Tranquil Hill in... - June 19, 2009 - Lennar

Streetza - a Mobile Pizza Restaurant That Tweets - a Taste of Things to Come

Streetza, in Milwaukee, WI offers freshly made gourmet pizza from a mobile kitchen which actively communicates with customers using social media tools. - June 12, 2009 - Streetza

Pacific Resort Aitutaki Foots the Bill for the Other Best Job in the World

Pacific Resort Aitutaki’s new general manager, Michael Shah, says he has the best job in the world, in the world’s leading boutique island resort, in the world’s first recession free country, the Cook Islands. “I don’t know what all the fuss is about in... - June 10, 2009 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands

Granite Shield Has Received Kosher Certification

Granite with Granite Shield is the first branded granite on the planet to receive the Kosher certification. - June 04, 2009 - Granite Shield

Orlando’s Funky Monkey Wine Company to Participate in United Way 2009 Chef’s Gala at Epcot World Showplace

The award-winning Orlando restaurant and wine bar, Funky Monkey Wine Company to participate at Central Florida's premier fine dining and wine pairing event Saturday, May 30, 2009 from 6:45 - 10:00PM. - May 28, 2009 - Funky Monkey Wine Company

Eat at Rinaldi’s Deli and Help Feed the Homeless

When you use a Sub card and Purchase Nine Subs the 10th is Free. When you get your Free Sub they match it by Giving a Sub to St Geroge's Homeless Shelter. - May 26, 2009 - Rinaldi's Deli inc.

Padrino’s Cuban Bistro to Celebrate One Year in Their Orlando Location. Weekend Long Celebration to Mark the Milestone

Padrino's Cuban Bistro, located in The Village at Hunter's Creek, Orlando is celebrating their one year anniversary with a weekend long celebration for their customers. They will be running a special 2 for $50 promotion, which includes an appetizer, two drinks, two entrees, and a dessert. Come out for a great time. - May 22, 2009 - Padrino’s Cuban Bistro

Happi House Sees Huge Spike in QSR Catering Sales