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.
Restaurant-Yellow-Pages.com Announces Official Launch
Restaurant-Yellow-Pages.com announces the official launch of their U.S. based nationwide restaurant directory, listing over 600,000 restaurants throughout the United States. - March 11, 2009 - Restaurant Yellow Pages
Save Money at Cervantes of Spain in Cranford NJ with eCampusCash
Cervantes of Spain, in Cranford, NJ, now offers free discounts / coupons on eCampusCash.com straight to your cell phone or printer. These discounts include buy 1 get 1 free entree, $3.00 mojitos, and $10.00 large pitchers of sangria. - March 11, 2009 - Cervantes of Spain
Stephen Zwick Joins RipBang Studios as Principal
As Principal of Architecture and Interiors, Zwick will insure the quality of design and documentation across all projects. - March 10, 2009 - RipBang Studios
New Section Open Rodeo Palms Builder List Calvin Sowa
New section of Rodeo Palms now open. Rodeo Palms is a picturesque 600-acre new home community. Rodeo Palms is located in Manvel, about 20 miles south of downtown Houston along Texas 288 South. Brazoira county has opened a new entrance off of County Road 58. This offfers easy access to the the new... - March 09, 2009 - Calvin Sowa Emerald Homes
Consumers Can Get Free Offers from Restaurants from Eat Cheap Today
Consumers can sign up for free offers from local restaurants. - March 09, 2009 - Eat Cheap Today
Tony Gemignani's New Children's Book Goes National
Tony and the Pizza Champions is based on the true story of Tony Gemignani, Nine- Time world pizza champion, and his talented team's travels to Italy to compete in an international competition. Pizza lovers of all ages get an inside look into the acrobatic art of pizza tossing, and to see the many... - March 08, 2009 - World Pizza Champions
The Matador Cantina Announces Appointment of Executive Chef Dave Dennis
Located in Historic Downtown Fullerton, the cuisine will be a fusion of native and contemporary Mexican favorites with a hint of other cultural flavors. - March 07, 2009 - The Matador Cantina
With Proven Track Record, Enterprising Restaurant and Bar Owner Mario Marovic Sets Sights on Continued Growth
After learning the family business, the second generation bar owner continues dream of creating a chain of upscale lounges and chic dining destinations. - March 01, 2009 - Landmark Steakhouse
The Matador Cantina Brings Authentic Mexican Cuisine to North Orange County
The Matador Cantina is set to open its doors to the public in late March, 2009 in the heart of Historic Downtown Fullerton. The menu will feature a fresh fusion of native and contemporary Mexican-inspired cuisines. - March 01, 2009 - The Matador Cantina
Granite Shield – Mercy Jantz Formerly of Innovative Stone Joins Granite Shield
Service & quality of the highest standard - February 27, 2009 - Granite Shield
La Gondola Chicago Italian Restaurant Launches Facebook Fan Page
La Gondola’s Facebook fan page lets users of the popular social media network to get the latest updates about their favorite Chicago eatery including special offers, reviews, menu additions, new hours, events, awards, or add their own reviews and comments. - February 27, 2009 - La Gondola
Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch at the Wintergarden Restaurant
Available on Sunday 22 March 2009, The Wintergarden restaurant’s highly successful Champagne Brunch offers unlimited Taittinger Champagne, a sumptuous buffet lunch and live jazz for an all-inclusive price. - February 26, 2009 - Landmark London Hotel
From Earthy Origins to a Decadent Delivery, Truffles Are Growing on Gourmet Foodies and Farmers Alike
On March 5th through 8th, in Asheville, NC, the exquisite mushroom will bring together artists and chefs, farmers and sommeliers, musicians and dog-trainers for the First Annual National Truffle Fest (www.NationalTruffleFest.com). - February 25, 2009 - National Truffle Fest
Handi-Treads New Stair Nosings Provide Safe Footing and Reduce Slips & Falls
Handi-Ramp has expanded their Handi-Treads™ non-slip product line to include a non-skid stair nosing. The popularity of these non slip treads is driven by three factors: 1) They are very easy to install, 2) They work on virtually any surface including stairs, ramps, decks, walkways and bridges, and 3) They are much more effective and lower in cost than traditional non skid tape and non-slip paint products. - February 24, 2009 - Handi-Products, Inc.
Healthy Kids Food Café Franchise is in High Demand
tumble & tea café has sparked Over 800 requests to franchise with its hot take on one of the leading trends of 2009: healthy food…especially for kids. - February 22, 2009 - tumble & tea cafe
Delaware North Companies Select RipBang Studios as Its Preferred Architectural Partner
RipBang Studios will develop new branded restaurant concepts for airports, sports venues, parks and resorts on behalf of Delaware North Companies, a global leader in hospitality and food service. - February 20, 2009 - RipBang Studios
Recession Proof Mandated Service Businesses Are Thriving
Some businesses are doing better than ever during this recession. This may include service businesses that are mandated by law such as cleaning exhaust hoods in commercial establishments or fire prevention. - February 18, 2009 - Mr. Fire Safety, LLC
Indian Restaurant in Los Angeles, Electric Karma Invites You to Spice Up Your Valentine’s Day
This Valentine’s Day, take a break from your average pizza/pasta/salad restaurant and escape into a world of fresh spices and fine Indian cuisine. This Indian Restaurant in Los Angeles, renowned for its great food and trendy aura, is offering a romantic and affordable dinner for two that... - February 14, 2009 - electric karma
Public Embraces Restaurant Reviewing Real People Doing Real Reviews: Local Knowledge Shared Online
Budding food critics are increasingly sharing their knowledge online through a new Australian-based national social networking website aimed at people’s personal dining experiences. - February 14, 2009 - Mytaste.com.au
Hundreds of Bake Sales to be Held Nationwide the Week Before Mother’s Day Supporting Women with Breast Cancer
The Bake for Hope project is hosting the first ever national-wide, 100% volunteer run, series of hundreds of bake sales to run across the country.This event will run the week before Mother's Day in honor of mothers and women everywhere and 100% of the proceeds will go to local Susan G. Komen for the Cure affiliates. Bake for Hope makes it easy for everyone to participate. Volunteers can sign up as bakers and organizers and businesses can host sales at their locations, and anyone can attend. - February 07, 2009 - Cause Good
New "Self-Service Oxygen Bars" Offer an Alternative to Pricey Gourmet Coffee Drinks
Move over coffee bars. There’s a better alternative than caffeine to that afternoon lag. Oxygen is a proven pick-me-up and mixed with aromatherapy it offers enhanced benefits. One company has introduced a new self serve oxygen bar called the Rejuvenation o2 Station™ and users report a... - February 06, 2009 - o2 Planet, LLC
Keep Up with the Vanderbilt’s? Try Keeping Up with the Ramble.
In anticipation of Asheville’s upcoming National Truffle Fest (www.NationalTruffleFest.com), Biltmore Farms breaks new ground by planting a truffle orchard donated by Garland Truffles in the Ramble – the company’s luxury residential community (www.RambleBiltmoreForest.com). - February 06, 2009 - National Truffle Fest
Discovering... Abruzzo & Apulia, Italy
A mission of the Italian Institute for Foreign Trade to Canada promoting the agri-food and wine sector. - February 05, 2009 - ICE (Italian Institute for Foreign Trade)
Russell Reid is a Winner at Atlantic City Casino
Russell Reid was called upon to remove a mix of grease, wastewater and sand from an Atlantic City casino. Being able to provide a variety of equipment as well as source disposal solutions resulted in substantial cost and time savings. - February 05, 2009 - Russell Reid / Mr. John
e-dmc: The Meeting Industry’s Economic Stimulus
e-dmc, a fee-free ground-breaking technology designed to assist meeting and event planners in all business/planning aspects to cut operating costs in order to shift spending towards other economically-stimulating activities such as entertainment, food & beverages. This kind of software has usually had high upfront cost and recurring fees, however, to help support the new “economic stimulus” initiative, they are offering this web-based software fee-free to meeting and event planners. - February 04, 2009 - e-destinACCESS.com
Tiki’s Grill & Bar Valentine’s Day Sweetheart Deal. Island Style with Island Cuisine.
Cupid will make a direct hit for Valentine’s this year at Tiki’s Grill & Bar. Executive Chef Kapolanialaimaka S. Kealoha invites guests to sample the flavors of three local items from three Hawaiian Islands. Tiki’s will be offering Valentine lovers a special menu all weekend... - February 04, 2009 - Tiki's Grill & Bar
Vivonet Awarded Ready to Rocket Award for Third Consecutive Year
Vivonet recognized as one of 25 private B.C. companies best positioned to capitalize on technology trend resulting in growth that outpaces the technology industry. - January 31, 2009 - Halo (Vivonet)
Devane's Old Town Restaurant Celebrates Grand Opening
Located in the heart of La Quinta, Devane's Old Town Restaurant hosted its official grand opening to a packed house of local leaders and invited guests. - January 26, 2009 - Devane’s
Happy Hour is Back at Arnold Palmer's Restaurant
Arnie’s Pub, and it is once again serving up variety of drink specials including cocktails, beer and wine, as well as offering a 20% off the entire bar menu seven days a week. - January 26, 2009 - Arnold Palmer's Restaurant
Happi House Restaurants Fight Tough Economy with Introduction of New Snack Meals
Bay Area Asian fast casual chain enjoys sales growth in a bad economy; credited to the introduction of new lower-priced snack foods. - January 26, 2009 - Happi House Franchise Corporation, Inc.
ROXX Rocks NSF Whitebook
ROXX Bionix, Inc. ALL! Purpose Cleaner receives NSF Certification for use on food contact surfaces. - January 26, 2009 - ROXX Bionix, Inc
Devane's Italian Kitchen Launches New Menus
Value Dishes are Featured to Help in Today’s Tight Economy. - January 24, 2009 - Devane’s
World Dryer Corporation Introduces New Cover and Recessing Kit for Popular AirForce Hand Dryer
Leading electric hand dryer manufacturer World Dryer® Corporation has added new options to the popular and revolutionary Airforce™ model hand dryer. These new options offer more choices to customers, enabling installation and use of the Airforce™ in a number of new locations. - January 22, 2009 - World Dryer Corporation
EDA Soon Offers e-DMC: a Free Web-Based DMC Service for Meeting and Event Planners
E-DestinAccess (EDA) provides a solution to the growing economical and technological needs of meeting professionals and suppliers by launching in the first quarter of 2009, e-DMC, a Free Web-based DMC Service for Meeting and Event Planners. E-DMC is a SaaS (Software as a service) that directly... - January 22, 2009 - e-destinACCESS.com
Wine Guru Talks and Tastes Kent
Wine expert Joe Wadsack arrives at Richard Phillips at Chapel Down to discuss the beauty of wine, in the very place it is made. - January 22, 2009 - Richard Phillips at Chapel Down
World Dryer® Corporation Releases Highly Efficient, Hygienic Automatic Hand Dryer
World Dryer® Corporation introduces the High Speed AirForce at the June Construct 2008 show in Las Vegas, beginning a new era of automatic hand dryers. - January 21, 2009 - World Dryer Corporation
Richard Phillips Serves Up a Fresh Look Online
Celebrity TV chef, Richard Phillips, has launched a new website for his recently opened Kent restaurant 'Richard Phillips at Chapel Down.' - January 20, 2009 - Richard Phillips at Chapel Down
New Family Restaurant Concept Franchising Nationwide
tumble & tea café is the pioneering new family restaurant with a custom-designed indoor play space for kids. This family restaurant combines the comfortable lounge style seating & gourmet food adults seek with the ultimate play space kids love. - January 16, 2009 - tumble & tea cafe
New Pizza School Web Site Launched
The International School of Pizza's web site is officially open. No other pizza school in the World offers certifications in Classic Italian, Neapolitan, Roman, California, New York, Chicago, Sicilian styles of pizza. This state of the art school is supported by Italy's oldest school the Scuala... - January 14, 2009 - World Pizza Champions
QSR Magazine’s Culinary School Challenge 2009
The Challenge: Create a no- or low-sodium condiment suitable for bulk foodservice applications. The condiment’s sodium content must meet the Food and Drug Administration’s definition of one of the following categories: Sodium-free (Less than 5 mg per reference amount and per labeled... - January 08, 2009 - QSR Magazine
Posh Indoor Play Space Café Sparks Over 800 Requests to Franchise by First Month
tumble & tea cafe is a posh wifi cafe with an indoor play space for kids. It's the concept attracting interest worldwide, for the first time parents can be adults while their kids don't give up being a kid. - January 08, 2009 - tumble & tea cafe
Concept Branding Group Adds Steve Ravinski to Hospitality Consulting Team; Expands Throughout New England
Leading small business brand and operational consulting firm continues to add resources for restaurant operators, suppliers and organizations. - January 07, 2009 - Concept Branding Group
America’s First Annual Truffle Fest Will be a North Carolina Affair
Tickets now on sale for the March 5-8, 2009 culinary event to be held in Asheville, North Carolina at www.NationalTruffleFest.com. - January 06, 2009 - National Truffle Fest
Indian Restaurant in Los Angeles, Electric Karma, Serving Up Traditional Indian & Vegan Dishes
electric karma is a unique Indian restaurant, unlike any other in Los Angeles. The specialty about it is the room without the roof (Skyroom), where you can forget about everyday life for a couple of hours and just lounge on pillows like the Maharajas and enjoy the exquisite cuisine of this Los Angeles Indian restaurant. - January 04, 2009 - electric karma
Francis Catering Equipment Collaborate with Aston Villa FC
Francis Catering Equipment, a leading UK designer and supplier to the food service industry, today announced a collaboration with Aston Villa Football Club. Working in conjunction with Peter Reed, Executive Head Chef of Aston Villa Football Club, Francis Catering Equipment has designed,... - December 24, 2008 - Francis Catering Equipment
L.A.'s Glamorous Celebrate Christmas at Electric Karma
electric karma is a unique Indian restaurant, unlike any other in Los Angeles. The specialty about it is the room without the roof (Skyroom), where you can forget about everyday life for a couple of hours and just lounge on pillows like the Maharajas and enjoy the exquisite cuisine of this Los Angeles Indian restaurant. - December 23, 2008 - electric karma
Feast of the Seven Fishes at Mio Pomodoro
Chef Clark Gilbert of Mio Pomodoro at the Jenkintown Train Station will be offering the traditional Southern Italian Christmas Eve dinner “The Feast of the Seven Fishes” during Christmas Week December 21-27 including Christmas Eve. The restaurant is closed Christmas Day. - December 19, 2008 - Mio Pomodoro
Master-Bilt Focuses on Energy-Saving Equipment and Technology
At the North American Food Equipment Manufacturers Show, February 5-7, 2009, Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL, Booth #3239. - December 12, 2008 - Master-Bilt
Today's Restaurant News Gets Facelift
Today's Restaurant News, the trade newspaper for the restaurant industry in Florida and Texas has announced that after twelve years the publication will debut it's redesigned look in the January 2009 edition. "We have made changes to the publication which make it more modern looking and... - December 12, 2008 - Today's Restaurant News, Inc.
Savoy Hosts Lunch and Learn Program
Chefs Peter Gibson and Marshall Smith have announced that Savoy, (www.restaurantsavoy.com) a contemporary continental restaurant located at 7713-39 Lead Mine Road in north Raleigh, hosted a sold out lunch and learn program on Wednesday, Dec. 3 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. The event is a Holiday... - December 07, 2008 - Savoy