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.
115 Midtowne Unveils New Menu
Tim Fletcher, general manager of 115 Midtowne, has announced that the upscale restaurant is now offering an updated menu. Chef Scott James’ menu is an elegant presentation of contemporary metropolitan food, with select international recipes ranging from Portuguese to Asian to Tuscan. The a la... - March 28, 2007 - 115 Midtowne
Alimentari - An Authentic Italian Delicatessen (and So Much More)
Ferlo's Alimentari opens in the Triangle area. - March 27, 2007 - Ferlo's Alimentari
Jack Astor’s Bar And Grill Announces Podcast Introducing Restaurant to Community
Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill located at 2300 Walnut St., has announced the release of a podcast that introduces the restaurant to the community. In the podcast, Mallon discusses the newly renovated atmosphere of the restaurant and shares his views on the... - March 23, 2007 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Amiya Serves Up Great Indian Fare
From the moment you step inside Amiya, the restaurant’s graceful atmosphere creates a sense of the modish and provides a welcoming environment in which to have a comfortable business lunch or romantic dinner. Soft lighting, private tables with beautiful lanterns hanging from high ceilings,... - March 22, 2007 - Amiya Restaurant
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill Voted One of Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining
Cary Restaurant Recognized in Cary Magazine’s Maggy Awards - March 13, 2007 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
The Cereal Bowl’s Milk Goes Green for St. Patrick’s Day
In celebration of St Patrick’s Day, green colored milk will be flowing from The Cereal Bowl‘s Milk Station’s. - March 13, 2007 - The Cereal Bowl
Introducing 'Good Eats New Hampshire' - a Guide to NH Restaurants and More
Welcome to “Good Eats New Hampshire”… a new website and Bi-Annual Guide dedicated to featuring the finest in Dining, Lodging and Entertainment throughout the state of New Hampshire. “Good Eats NH is the ultimate one-stop site to finding the best in dining, lodging and... - March 13, 2007 - Good Eats NH
Figaro’s Acquires Sargo’s Subs
Take-Home Pizza Chain to Offer Sandwiches in Stores, Grow Brand - March 10, 2007 - Figaro’s Pizza
Experienced Restaurant Execs Form Blank Check Company
Restaurant Acquisition Partners Seeks Emerging Casual, Quick Casual or QSR Concepts - February 27, 2007 - Restaurant Acquisition Partners, Inc.
Souza's Steps Out as a Socially Responsible Restaurant Reducing the Alcohol Footprint in Vermont
Souza's Brazilian Restaurant Re-Opens in Burlington, Vermont and Takes a Precedent Setting Move by Offering Free Cabs to Those Who Have Had Too Much To Drink. The Decision is Consistent With Vermont's No Tolerance Impaired Driving Laws. - February 27, 2007 - Souzas Brazilian Restaurant
Pizza Fusion Launches Next Location into Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Pizza Fusion (www.pizzafusion.com), an all-natural and organic pizza franchise announces the grand opening of their newest location in South Florida. - February 22, 2007 - Pizza Fusion
SchoolHouse Kitchen Now Available at Dean and Deluca
SchoolHouse Kitchen Gourmet Mustard and Bardshar Chutney now available at all 6 Dean and Deluca locations in NY, DC, Kansas, California, and North Carolina. - February 22, 2007 - SchoolHouseKitchen
Two Birds for Lubbock - Freebirds World Burrito to Open Second Location in Texas High Plains
Freebirds World Burrito open its second restaurant in Lubbock - its 17th location in Texas. - February 20, 2007 - Freebirds World Burrito
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill to Give Away Two Pairs of NASCAR Tickets
Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill located at 2300 Walnut Street in Cary, has announced that the restaurant will be giving away two pairs of tickets to the NASCAR Martinsville Spring Race during their high-definition showing of the Daytona 500 on Sunday, Feb. 18... - February 16, 2007 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Finally, A New Fresh Cup
Storefront by Storefront: Historic Westside Village Revitalization Takes Shape - February 14, 2007 - The Crazy Coffee Company, LLC
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill Announces New Managing Partner
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill, a restaurant located at 2300 Walnut Street in Cary, has announced that Jim Mallon has joined the firm as managing partner. In this position, Mallon will be responsible for handling management development and marketing efforts as well as overseeing the daily... - February 13, 2007 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
HiHiSoft Announces Easy Bill Print Feature to its Cafe & Hotel Order Solution Suite
HiHi Order System for cafes, bars, restaurants, and hotels should help you to supply your customers quality services with new enhanced features. - February 12, 2007 - HiHiSoft
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill Announces New Employee
Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill, located at 2300 Walnut Street in Cary, has announced that Erich Hauptman has joined the restaurant as promotions manager. In this position, Hauptman will be responsible for handling sales and marketing efforts as well as overseeing... - February 02, 2007 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
"Italian Restaurants" Most Searched Cuisine and Cheesecake Factory Most Popular Chain in 2006 DiningGuide Study
In MetroGuide's annual release of its top ten restaurant related searches, Italian, seafood, steak and Mexican were the four most popular searches in 2006 and 2005. This year, three Darden restaurants made the top ten: Olive Garden, Red Lobster and Bahama Breeze. - January 31, 2007 - MetroGuide.com, Inc.
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 located at 2300 Walnut Street in Cary, has announced that the restaurant will host the Speaking of Women’s Health Volunteer Appreciation Party Wednesday, Jan. 24. The party will honor volunteers who assisted in the Speaking of... - January 22, 2007 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Figaro’s Pizza Expands to Middle East
Whether you’re in Pensacola, Fla., or Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates, “the best pizza you can have at home” will soon be only a phone call away. Sense Gourmet, a subsidiary of Abu-Dhabi-based Foodco Holding, recently signed an exclusive master franchising agreement... - January 17, 2007 - Figaro’s Pizza
New Year, New Concept... Business Expansion in Florida
Food Systems Unlimited, Inc http://www.foodsystemsunlimited.com, one of the nation’s fastest growing fast food companies, today announced inauguration of its first ever street In-Line Asian Chao Concept in Estero Florida. Asian Chao is the latest addition to Coconut Point, which is the center... - January 17, 2007 - Food Systems Unlimited, Inc.
The Cereal Bowl Introduces Strawberry Cheesecake Oatmeal
The Cereal Bowl introduces this exciting new combination of breakfast and dessert all in one bowl. - January 16, 2007 - The Cereal Bowl
Laughing Out Loud -- The Laugh-Friendly Company Honors Bonefish Grill with Inaugural Customer Service Award
What businesses have the best customer service? The founders of the laugh-friendly companyTM, ee publishing and productions, have created the Laugh-Friendly Awards (LFAs) to find out. What does it mean to be “laugh-friendly”? The creators of ee, sisters Elizabeth Sills and Elena... - January 13, 2007 - ee publishing and productions
Frieda’s Has the Winning Super Bowl Party Line-up
On Super Sunday salsa will be in the starting line-up alongside some spicy guacamole. Give the fans something fresh and fast with Frieda’s Salsas (available in both Hot and Mild versions) -- made with fresh tomatoes, fresh onions, fresh peppers and fresh cilantro. Frieda’s Guacamole combines those fresh ingredients with the great taste of avocado for added dipping pleasure, and is a real time-saver. - January 12, 2007 - Frieda's Specialty Produce Company
Yolato Opened Its First Manhattan Location
Yolato, the Yogurt Gelato company, opened its first NYC Location in the West Village. - January 11, 2007 - Yolato
IPA SBRB Study: Food Service Companies Cautiously Optimistic about Economy, But Most Still Looking for Revenue Increases
Costs for health care and taxes along with expenses for energy and fuel considered leading concerns. - January 10, 2007 - Small Business Research Board
Mediox is Bringing Personalized Content to Fast Food Customers Via Interactive Multimedia Food Service Tray
Mediox Inc. today announced the completion of the feasibility study and first phase of the design cycle for its interactive multimedia fast food tray. The company assembled the first prototype food tray featuring a touch screen display and wireless capabilities. According to Juniper Research,... - January 08, 2007 - Mediox Inc.
The Cereal Bowl Announces South Florida Expansion
The Cereal Bowl plans franchise offerings for January 2007 with several locations planned for Broward County - January 05, 2007 - The Cereal Bowl
White Castle® Celebrates 54th Castle in Indianapolis with Grand Opening January 12
New Lawrence, IN Location Opening Features Giveaways, Free Coffee and Coca-Cola - January 05, 2007 - White Castle Midwest
Mediox Announces Multimedia Food Tray – New Concept for Restaurant Media Entertainment - Bringing Games, Movie Previews, News, and Other Entertainment
The unique concept developed by Mediox Inc. allows restaurant operators to replace currently used paper tray covers with multimedia device. Placing interactive content in front of every client allows for enhanced customer experience, target marketing, and incremental revenue from... - December 27, 2006 - Mediox Inc.
Shared Harvest, Junior Achievement Receive White Castle Community Fund Dollars
Cincinnati Fast Food Restaurants Makes Positive Impact to Community - December 16, 2006 - White Castle Midwest
Look Who's Coming for Dessert Now. The American Culinary Federation Greater Atlanta Chapter and Barry Callebaut.
The fifth edition of the Great American Dessert Expo, the only trade show dedicated exclusively to the multi-billion dollar dessert industry will take place June 1-3, 2007 at the Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta, GA. Dessert Expo is delighted to announce the participation of the ACF and Barry Callebaut at this years’ show. - December 07, 2006 - The Great American Dessert Expo
JJ's Blues 24th Anniversary and a Slice of New York's Grand Opening Celebration - December 9-10
JJ’s Blues and A Slice of New York come together to kick-off a weekend of music and fun. JJ’s Blues is celebrating their 24th Anniversary all weekend, while also honoring Paulette Michel-Jacobson, prior manager for JJ's Blues and Blues Festival. Music will begin at 2pm on... - December 06, 2006 - A Slice of New York
The Doctor's House Chosen by Bombardier
The Doctor’s House Chosen by Bombardier Regional Aircraft Customer Support and Parts Logistics for Their Employees’ Christmas Party. - December 06, 2006 - The Doctor's House Restaurant & Banquet Events
Team White Castle Coffee Brigade Takes to the Streets
White Castle® Kicks Off Team White Castle Coffee Brigade. Nothing Like a Hot Cup of Coffee on a Cold Cincinnati Morning. - December 05, 2006 - White Castle Midwest
Bring Bubbalou's BBQ Home for the Holidays
With the busy holiday season approaching, more and more people are looking for alternative ways to ease the stress associated with holiday entertaining. Bubbalou's BBQ offers the perfect holiday meal alternative with delectable barbeque meats and savory side items. - December 05, 2006 - Bubbalou's BBQ Restaurant
Extreme Makeover: Home Edition – Raleigh, North Carolina Crew Receives Meal Courtesy of Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill
Local Cary Restaurant Providing Meal for 200 Volunteers of National Television Show - December 04, 2006 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Lady Chatterley's Love of Fine Dining
Mintons Tea Room in Nottingham launches the Lady Chatterley's Meal to celebrate local author D. H. Lawrence. - December 02, 2006 - Mintons Tea Room
Daniel’s Restaurant & Catering Wins First Place Award from Carolina Parent Magazine
Local Restaurant Named Best Pizza Winner - November 28, 2006 - Daniels Restaurant & Catering
115 Midtowne Announces Thanksgiving Dinner
North Hills Restaurant Offers Festive Alternatives - November 21, 2006 - 115 Midtowne
Ardington Hotel Adds Elegance and Style to the Town with its New In-House Restaurant
Indigo, Worthing’s Only AA Rosette Restaurant, Now Open - November 11, 2006 - The Ardington Hotel
“Blondie” Comic Strip’s Dagwood Realizes Dream, Opens First Sandwich Shop in Palm Harbor on Nov. 9
Tampa Bay Consumers Are First in World to Experience Signature Sandwiches at Dagwood’s Sandwich Shoppes™ - November 09, 2006 - Dagwood’s Sandwich Shoppes
Fresh Seafood .Net Provides Seafood Information
Fresh Seafood .Net is a new resource for seafood lovers, restaurant owners, wholesalers, fishermen and suppliers. The site features information on buying, preparing, cooking and serving lobsters, crabs, shrimp, prawn, oysters, clams, scallops, mussels, calamari, fish and other fresh and frozen... - November 09, 2006 - Daybreak Web Designs
The Doctor's House to Become New Jazz Hot Spot
As The Doctor's House in picturesque Kleinburg continues to provide its guests regular jazz events in its fine dining restaurant, the calibre of its performers continues to grow. This month, you can enjoy the award-winning jazz pianist Hilario Duran for what promises to be an exciting evening. - November 05, 2006 - The Doctor's House Restaurant & Banquet Events
Asian Restaurants Ranked by its "Asian Ratio"
Online webiste, AsianRatio.com.au, ranks Asian restaurants based its "Asian Ratio" - November 04, 2006 - AsianRatio.com.au
115 Midtowne Teams With North Carolina Pork Council Chefs Advisory Board For Fundraiser
Event Will Aid Southeast Chapter of American Cancer Society - November 01, 2006 - 115 Midtowne
Ramblers Invade Greasley Tearoom
Mintons Tea Room staff were run off their feet today as a group of 26 Nottinghamshire rambers all ordered simultaneously. - October 28, 2006 - Mintons Tea Room
Cigarette Bins and Smoking Laws
Smoking bans will hit England in Summer 2007, but are you ready? - October 24, 2006 - Assigns Ltd
Maxwell & Dunne’s Steakhouse Teams Up with Stew Leonard’s Wines for Monthly Wine Dinners
Maxwell and Dunne’s Steakhouse announced today that they now will be offering monthly wine dinners in association with Stew Leonard’s Wines of Farmingdale. Their first joint wine dinner will take place on Tuesday October 17 at 7pm at Maxwell and Dunne’s Steakhouse located at 1600... - October 15, 2006 - Maxwell and Dunne's Steakhouse