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.
Local Restaurateur, Dean Ogan to Speak at Women Business Owners Network Event
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), will be the keynote speaker at the upcoming Women Business Owners Network (WBON) event on Wednesday, Nov. 12 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at the Matthews House, located at 317 West Chatham Street, Cary. Ogan will discuss... - October 30, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
New Andersonville Chicago Catalog and Guide Site Says: Reclaim America's Independence, Shop, Eat and Play at Quality, Independent, Local Shops for the Holidays
New site launched with a proclamation: Blow off the big boxes and the sadly lit chains, Chicago holiday shoppers this means you. AndersonvilleChicago.com is a new site dedicated to promoting independent business and providing a fast, fun guide for 2008 Holidays. Why not support local, independent business plus have a great time in the neighborhood in Chicago to visit over the holidays? - October 28, 2008 - AndersonvilleChicago.com
Mt Pleasant’s Coco’s Café Introduces New Catering Service in Time for Holidays
With the holiday party season just around the corner, Coco’s Café is taking its brand of affordable French cuisine directly to private parties and special events. The new catering manager, Tim Schaefer, is bringing his years of experience to the restaurant’s latest culinary... - October 24, 2008 - Coco's Cafe
First Triple Crown Winner in Pizza History
Tony Gemignani from World Famous Pyzano's Pizzeria in Castro Valley, California accomplished what no other pizza maker has done before. Win first place in three categories at an International Pizza Competition earning him the Triple Crown. At the International Pizza Makers Challenge - 2 Mari Trofeo... - October 22, 2008 - World Pizza Champions
Dean Ogan Named to Chamber Board of Directors
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has been appointed to serve on the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Ogan will serve as a liaison between the Chamber and the community to sustain and further develop the region’s thriving economy... - October 22, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
World Vegan Day Celebrations - Festivals, Film, Pizza and a Magazine Launch on Nov 1st 2008
An international round up of the World Vegan Day celebrations, festivals, parties, menus and PR launches on November 1st. - October 21, 2008 - Foods for Life Nutrition Services UK
Apollo Industries Inaugurating Its Show Room at Drive-in Road, Ahmedabad
Apollo Industries an ISO 9001:2000 company is one of the leading manufacturer of Commercial Kitchen equipments, catering equipments, store area equipments, Wash Area Equipments, service equipments, cooking equipments, Food Waste Disposer, Refrigerator Equipments, Pre-Preparations Equipments, Hotel and Restaurant equipments company in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Their major business includes Kitchen Planning/ Layout, LPG System Designing, Designing for exhaust system and fresh air supply. - October 21, 2008 - Apollo Industries
ScaleUp Solutions Introduces Fixed-Price Web Design Services for Restaurants
ScaleUp Solutions announced today the introduction of a new suite of fixed-price web design and hosting solutions targeted specifically for restaurants. ScaleUp Solutions, headquartered in Kalamazoo, MI, provides a range of internet based solutions and services to enable business growth for small... - October 20, 2008 - ScaleUp Solutions
HappyHourCard.com Launches New Membership in Orange County
Membership Offers Exclusive Savings at Over 100 OC Hot Spots. - October 16, 2008 - Happy Hour Card
The Twisted Fork Named One of the Top Ten Restaurants for Lunch and Outdoor Dining
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that The Twisted Fork has been named one of the top ten restaurants in two Diners’ Choice lists on OpenTable.com. The Twisted Fork ranked in the top ten in the categories of Great for Lunch Restaurants and... - October 15, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Market Square at Unicorn Lake in Denton, Texas, Hires KW Commercial to Lease 190,000 of Retail and Office Space
KW Commercial, a division of Keller Williams Ralty, Inc. announced today that it has been hired as the leasing agent for Market Square at Unicorn Lake, an upscale 136-acre retail development in Denton, Texas. KW Commercial - Dallas Metro North will be responsible for leasing 190,000 SF of retail and office space for Shelton Development. Many businesses have already acquired locations within the development including Cinemark 14 Theaters, Homewood Suites by Hilton and Spring Creek Barbeque. - October 11, 2008 - KW Commercial - Dallas Metro North
Cash is King as Superior Promotes Fall Mini Show
Superior Anhausner Foods, an independent broad line food distributor in Los Angeles, CA, will open their 2nd Mini Food Show for 2008 on Wednesday, October 15th. - October 11, 2008 - Superior Anhausner Foods
Taste the Fall with New Vintages from Tobacco Road Cellars
For many, great wine is worth going to great heights. Such was the thought behind Tobacco Road Cellars (TRC), a boutique winery combining California Grapes with Tar Heel roots. Co-Founders Jason Earnest and Dusty Field, fueled by their passion for fine wine and penchant for California Grapes,... - October 10, 2008 - Tobacco Road Cellars
Introducing the Evolution of Logbooks
Say goodbye to the old paper-based logbook, or confusing shift communication email threads. Now there’s a new solution that will make shift management communication easier and more efficient – improving service and the bottom line. - October 10, 2008 - Rolling Wave Software
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill Hosts Speaking of Women’s Health Volunteer Appreciation Party
Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill (www.jackastors.com) located at 2300 Walnut St., has announced that the restaurant will host the Speaking of Women’s Health (www.swhraleigh.com) Volunteer Appreciation Party on Wednesday, Oct. 15. The party will honor volunteers... - October 10, 2008 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Boo! Bubbalou's BBQ is a Treat for Halloween Parties.
Find out how can treat your Halloween party guests instead of playing tricks on them by serving delicious barbecue from Bubbalou's Catering. - October 08, 2008 - Bubbalou's BBQ Restaurant
Raymond Vineyards Celebrates 35th Harvest
The 35th harvest at Raymond Vineyards is going strong in Napa Valley. Founded in 1971 by father and sons team Roy Sr., Roy Jr. and Walter Raymond, the first Raymond harvest took place in 1974. “We didn’t have a lot of equipment, the crush area was just a barn really, but it was an... - October 07, 2008 - Raymond Vineyards
Grease Trap Maintenance Product Featured in Restaurant Business Magazine... Bio-Flo Grease Trap Cleaner Awarded Better Business Bureau Seal of Reliability 4th Time
Grease Trap Maintenance Products by Envirolab Honored By Restaurant Business Magazine And The Better Business Bureau. Their Clients Eliminate Grease Trap Cleaning and Drain Odors, Drain Clogs, and Costly Grease Trap Service. Bio-Flo Grease Trap Treatment for Restaurant Grease Traps, Grease Interceptors, Lift Station Maintenance & Septic Tank Treatment. Used to Eliminate Grease Trap Waste in Restaurant Grease Traps. - October 05, 2008 - ENVIROLAB
The Red Room Partners with Go Red for Women
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that The Red Room Tapas Lounge will host a VIP premiere event for Go Red For Women, a campaign designed to help women fight heart disease on Thursday, Oct. 9 from 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. at 510 Glenwood South in... - October 05, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
New $25 Menu - Complete 5 Course Dinner
The Imperial Fez Moroccan Restaurant is now accommodating the economic crisis by making their menu affordable, starting at $25 per person for a complete 5 Course Dinner. They continue featuring a spectacular belly dancing show nightly. The new days of operation are now Tuesday to Saturday from 6p.m. - October 04, 2008 - Imperial Fez
Hit Hard by the Economic Downturn, Charities Look to Innovative Fundraising Models to Keep Their Doors Open
Recently, many of us woke up to learn that the U.S. government had seized Washington Mutual, a bank over a century old. Having the distinction of being the largest bank failure in US history, this comes days after other indications of an imploding economy became 24-hour news topics. The list of... - October 02, 2008 - Charity Group, LLC
Hi-5 Featured on the Biggest Loser’s Season Premiere
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that Hi-5 was featured on NBC’s hit reality show “The Biggest Loser”. Local contestants Ed and Heba (the orange team) were dining at Hi-5 in downtown Raleigh when personal trainer Bob Harper,... - October 02, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Chicago Pizza Maker Chosen on America's World Pizza Champions Team
Leo Spizzirri of Giordano’s Famous Stuffed Pizza in Chicago was chosen to be a member of the World Pizza Champions: America’s # 1 Pizza Team. Leo will represent the United States at the World Pizza Championships in Salsomaggiore, Italy in 2009. The 2009 World Pizza Champions Team is... - October 01, 2008 - World Pizza Champions
The Twisted Fork Hosts Eat Dinner! Fight Cancer!
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that The Twisted Fork hosted Eat Dinner! Fight Cancer!, an event to benefit Moffitt Cancer Center which is located in Tampa, Fla. - September 28, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill Raises $2,900 for The V Foundation
Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill (www.jackastors.com) located at 2300 Walnut St. in Cary, has announced that the restaurant raised $2,900 at their bartender competition on June 4. All proceeds will benefit The V Foundation for Cancer Research. Attendees purchased... - September 27, 2008 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Landmark Financial Corporation Boasts Equipment Financing Still Strong
Although traditional banks are shying away from industrial equipment financing, Landmark Financial Corporation is still able to provide equipment financing for new small and large companies. Because Landmark is not a bank, they are not limited by traditional lending practices. - September 26, 2008 - Landmark Financial Corporation
Granite Shield – Maguire Flooring in Calgary Canada Joins Granite Shield
Service & quality of the highest standard - September 26, 2008 - Granite Shield
McCormick & Schmick’s Opening at Scottsdale’s Gainey Village
A respected name in seafood restaurants is casting a line in Scottsdale, AZ. Scottsdale residents and visitors can have a taste of more than 30 different varieties of fresh seafood when McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant opens its doors within The Shops at Gainey Village on Monday, Oct. 13, at 4 p.m. This will be the second McCormick & Schmick's in Arizona. - September 25, 2008 - McCormick&SchmicksAZ
Hi-5 Wins Four MetroBravo Awards
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that Hi-5 won four MetroBravo Awards presented by Metro Magazine. Hi-5 received MetroBravo Awards in the categories of sports bars and beer, a standing ovation in the category of late night dining and an... - September 25, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Indigo Joe's Becomes Tailgate Party Headquarters
National Sports Pub & Restaurant Franchise Chain Rolls Out New Party Platter Menu in Time for Football Season. - September 23, 2008 - Indigo Joe’s Sports Pub & Restaurant
Merlot Inc. Celebrates the 10 Year Anniversary of BarryMore's Prime Steaks & Chops Location in Jupiter Florida
BarryMore's Prime Steaks & Chops in Jupiter, Florida will hold an anniversary celebration on Tuesday, September 30, 2008. In honor of the special occassion, BarryMore's is offering a special $10 Surf and Turf Dinner. - September 21, 2008 - Merlot Inc
Chopstix Chinese Restaurant Celebrates Twenty-Four Years of Serving Atlanta
Chopstix, Atlanta’s original gourmet Chinese restaurant, is celebrating its twenty-fourth anniversary this September. - September 20, 2008 - Chopstix Chinese Restaurant
Dean Ogan Receives 2008 Mover and Shaker Award
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has received a 2008 Mover and Shaker award presented by Business Leader magazine. The Movers and Shakers awards honor up-and-coming business leaders in the Triangle community. Ogan will be honored along with the other 2008... - September 18, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Swig Bartini & Bistro Parent Company to Trade on OTC
XRX International Entertainment Holding Group, Inc., is a Florida holding company that delivers entertainment content through its wholly-owned subsidiaries. On October 4, 2001, XRX opened it’s flagship venue operating under the name, “Swig Bartini & Bistro,” a 6,500 square foot martini bar, restaurant, and live music venue, in Weston, Florida, one of South Florida’s most affluent communities. - September 18, 2008 - XRX INTERNATIONAL ENTERTAINMENT HOLDING GROUP, INC
Happi House Restaurants Urge Voter Registration
Happi House Teriyaki Restaurants has implemented a voter registration and awareness program through their restaurants, website, eClub, and advertising in an effort to encourage participation in this year's Presidential election. - September 12, 2008 - Happi House Franchise Corporation, Inc.
Celebrity Athletes Derek Jeter and Alex A-Rod Rodriguez Dine at Orange County's Landmark Steakhouse
The South Orange County dining destination, which features a new dining room, lounge and patio has been a popular restaurant of choice for locals and celebrities alike since opening in 2005. - September 11, 2008 - Landmark Steakhouse
Cast of MTV’s The Hills Kick Up Their Heels at Corona del Mar’s Landmark
The popular dining destination is favored among Hollywood stars and celebrity pro athletes. - September 10, 2008 - Landmark Steakhouse
Food & Beverage Managers: Introducing ‘Master It!’ Customizable Computer Training Modules for Servers & Bartenders
Innovative Marketing Solutions, LLC (IMS) today introduced the ‘Master It!” system of customizable server and bartender training modules to support live staff training. Each module converts a wine list, drink list, food menu or spirits list into a computer guided review. The system automatically scores the user and verifies completion with a printable certificate. Master It! runs online or off-line and requires no back end support. - September 09, 2008 - Innovative Marketing Solutions, LLC
Happi House Restaurants Test Market Three New Gourmet Salads
Happi House Restaurants Director of Marketing, Kevyn Johnston, announced today that the company is test marketing three new Asian style entrée salads to appeal to younger and more health-conscious demographics. - September 09, 2008 - Happi House Franchise Corporation, Inc.
Bogart’s American Bar and Grill Wins Three MetroBravo Awards
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that Bogart’s American Bar and Grill won three MetroBravo Awards presented by Metro Magazine. Bogart’s received a MetroBravo Award for its cosmopolitan and two honorable mentions for its cocktail menu... - August 30, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Food & Wine Anniversary Sweepstakes
From Vacations to Cookbooks, Food & Wine Magazine Celebrates Its 30th Anniversary with a 30-Day Epicurean Giveaway. - August 29, 2008 - American Express Publishing
Press Release: Executive Chef Sabre Kennedy Brings Culinary Artistry to Corona del Mar's Landmark
Kennedy brings his unique island-style cooking techniques offering a fresh spin to the restaurant's contemporary California cuisine. - August 27, 2008 - Landmark Steakhouse
Family-Friendly Restaurant – Indigo Joe’s – Takes a Gamble on Vegas
National Sports Pub & Restaurant Chain Opens Their First Nevada Location in Las Vegas - August 25, 2008 - Indigo Joe’s Sports Pub & Restaurant
Landmark Restaurant and Lounge Announces New Operations Manager Brian Shaw
With over twenty years in the business, Shaw brings solid experience and a proven track record to the position. Shaw will oversee daily restaurant and lounge operations. - August 24, 2008 - Landmark Steakhouse
Corona del Mar Restaurant and Lounge Premieres New Upscale Look and Refined Dining Experience
The menu by Executive Chef Sabre Kennedy will highlight the best of contemporary California cuisine with his special touch of Island fusion. - August 24, 2008 - Landmark Steakhouse
Rocky Top’s Suzanne Mauget Joins Logistics Committee for the Triangle Heart Ball
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that Suzanne Mauget, general manager for Bogart’s American Grill, has been named to the logistics committee for the American Heart Association’s 2009 Triangle Heart Ball that will take place on... - August 24, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Corona Del Mar's Landmark Steakhouse Set to Reopen to New Upscale Look and Menu
The doors are set to re-open following a complete renovation of the restaurant’s spacious and decidedly intimate dining rooms, lounge and outdoor patio. - August 22, 2008 - Landmark Steakhouse
The Mash House Makes Its Remodeling Debut
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that The Mash House is unveiling its newly remodeled kitchen and interior on Friday July 25 for dinner. The restaurant’s remodeling was focused on modernizing the kitchen, in which new equipment will allow... - August 20, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Joe Dumars Fieldhouse to Host Grand Opening Celebration for New Outdoor Area
Full-Service Bar and Grill, 20,000-Pound Fireplace Among Its Many Features. - August 16, 2008 - Joe Dumars Fieldhouse
Johnny Berry Wins Best Bartender in the Triangle Contest
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that Johnny Berry, bartender at Bogart’s American Grill, has been named the 2008 Best Bartender in the Triangle by Triangle.com. The bartenders in this competition were nominated and voted on by the... - August 14, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality