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Jo To Go America, Inc. Hires New Graphic Designer
Jo To Go America, Inc. has added a new graphic designer to their marketing team. - August 20, 2008 - Taco Flamingo | Jo To Go Coffee
La Vie En Rose at Café Des Amis - After Show Party for Piaf Donmar New Production
Café des Amis had the pleasure of hosting the press night party for the Donmar’s new production “Piaf” by Pam Gems on Wednesday 13th of August. - August 16, 2008 - Cafe des Amis
The First Buddha-Bar Hotel and Legendary Buddha-Bar Coming to Prague in December 2008
The very first Buddha-Bar Hotel in the world and the legendary Buddha-Bar restaurant / bar / lounge will open its gates in Prague in December 2008. - August 16, 2008 - Buddha-Bar Hotel Prague
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
“Versai The Wine Bar” Toasts Spain in the Month of September
Travel the Wine World from Orange County’s Newest “Haute Spot.” Each Tuesday of September promises to be a kaleidoscope of sensational Spanish music and fabulous tappa's style appetizers, with an array of selected wines from Spain. Friends, music, plenty of food, wonderful wine -... - August 13, 2008 - versai the wine bar
Regina McRae, Founder and Owner of Grandma’s Secrets, Publishes First Wedding Cake Guide for the Ethnic Bride
After years of scouring the bookshelves for books relevant to the needs of African American brides, this owner of New York’s only dessert delivery company decided to write her own. The result is “Taking the Cake” the Ultimate Wedding Cake Guide for the Ethnic Bride. - August 13, 2008 - Regina McRae
Chopstix Chinese Restaurant to Offer Beijing Olympic Games Special
Chopstix, an Atlanta Chinese restaurant, is showing the Beijing Olympic Games and offering a special gourmet menu for the duration. - August 13, 2008 - Chopstix Chinese Restaurant
Checkers®/Rally’s® Turns Up the Heat with New Frank’s® RedHot® Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc. heats up its Double Value MenuSM with the introduction of its newest, fully loaded sandwich: Frank’s® RedHot® Buffalo Chicken Sandwich. - August 13, 2008 - Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc.
Euphoria Smoothies Opens in Downtown Toronto
New Northern Ontario Smoothie chain has big growth plans in Southern Ontario. - August 10, 2008 - Euphoria Smoothies
Michael Dean’s Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar Named One of the Top Restaurants in the Triangle
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that Michael Dean’s Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar has been named one of the most booked restaurants in the Triangle by OpenTable Diners’ Choice. Michael Dean’s received this recognition through... - August 08, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Cupcake Shop to Open in Historic Annapolis, MD
Historic Annapolis will soon join in the ranks of other major cities inundated with long lines of cupcake lovers waiting to sample their new favorite treats at Nostalgia Cupcakes, a specialty retail cupcake-bakery and coffee shop, will open its doors in this Fall at 188 Main Street in... - August 06, 2008 - Nostalgia Cupcakes
Savoy Named One of the Best Overall Restaurants by OpenTable.com
Chefs Peter Gibson and Marshall Smith have announced that Savoy, (www.restaurantsavoy.com) a contemporary continental restaurant located at 7713-39 Leadmine Road in north Raleigh, has been recognized as one of the best overall restaurants in Raleigh by OpenTable.com. Restaurants are voted on by... - August 01, 2008 - Savoy
Bumblefish Sushi & More Launches Production Facility in Kansas City
Bumblefish Sushi & More continues to expand in Kansas City. - July 31, 2008 - Bumblefish, Inc
Friendly Summer Prices at Café des Amis
Londoners are looking for ways to save extra pounds and Café des Amis is offering them the chance to treat themselves without ruining their holidays savings. - July 31, 2008 - Cafe des Amis
Happi House Restaurants Return to Franchising
Happi House Restaurants spokesperson, Kevyn Johnston, announced today that the company’s Board has approved a plan that would return the brand to franchising. Happi House, which opened its first location in 1976 in San Jose’s historic Japantown, is an Asian fast-casual concept that... - July 30, 2008 - Happi House Franchise Corporation, Inc.
Rocky Top’s Kevin Dehimer Joins Logistics Committee for the Triangle Heart Ball
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that Kevin Dehimer, catering manager for 1705 Catering and Events, Rocky Top Hospitality’s catering company and event facility, has been named to the logistics committee for the American Heart... - July 30, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Bridal Show at Galuppi's Restaurant, Pompano Beach, September 23 from 5:00 to 9:00 PM
On Tuesday, September 23, 2008 from 5:00 to 9:00 PM Galuppi's Restaurant will host a not to be missed bridal show at 1103 North Federal Highway in Pompano Beach on the scenic Pompano Beach golf course. A comprehensive assortment of vendors will be on hand to offer ideas and consultations for all... - July 28, 2008 - Galuppi's Restaurant, Patio Bar, & Banquets
Not Just Another 60's Night - Beatlemania Lives at Galuppi's Restaurant, Patio Bar, & Banquets
Saturday, August 9 from 8 PM to 12 AM Galuppi's Restaurant, Patio Bar, & Banquets located at 1103 North Federal Highway, Pompano Beach will host a live on site Beatles cover band offering a retrospective of the songs that revolutionized the music industry. No cover charge. - July 25, 2008 - Galuppi's Restaurant, Patio Bar, & Banquets
Revive and Storm Bring National Model Search to London
As part of their search for the Face of Revive, Storm and Revive Juice Bars continue their search for new faces with two dedicated scouting events this weekend in the London area. - July 25, 2008 - Revive Juice Bars Ltd.
Picholine Celebrates 15 Years of Fine Dining
Offers Guests a Complimentary $50 Gift Card. - July 24, 2008 - Picholine
Newly Transplanted Business, Sheila's Specialties, Sinks Its Roots in Friendly Atlanta
A lifetime Michigan resident and business owner is well received by the Metro Atlanta business community. - July 23, 2008 - Sheila's Specialties
New Online Tools Keep Customers Abreast of Dynamic Market Conditions
Tradex International, Inc. announced today the launch of two new online resources designed to better inform its customers of the latest news and pricing trends impacting costs. - July 23, 2008 - Tradex International, Inc.
Beijing Anxiously Awaits the Delectable Premiere of Canada's Culinary Champion's Namesake Restaurant, Makoto
Canada's top chef, Makoto Ono, embarks on his own Olympic journey this month with the premiere of his 9,000 square foot restaurant in the heart of Beijing, China. The restaurant, Makoto, will feature Chef Ono's unique interpretation of authentic Japanese cuisine utilizing classic French techniques. Makoto is raising the bar for fine cuisine and fine dining. - July 18, 2008 - Makoto
Savoy Wins 2008 MetroBravo Award
Chefs Peter Gibson and Marshall Smith have announced that Savoy, (www.restaurantsavoy.com) a contemporary continental restaurant located at 7713-39 Leadmine Road in north Raleigh, has won the 2008 best new restaurant MetroBravo Award presented by Metro Magazine. The MetroBravo Awards are voted on... - July 18, 2008 - Savoy
Checkers Drive-In Restaurants Announces Additions to Senior Management Team
Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc. announced the additions of Valerie McCartney as Director of Franchise Development, Western U.S., and Diane Phibbs as Director of Franchise Sales and Support. - July 16, 2008 - Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc.
Checkers®/Rally’s® Now Offers Multiple Building Options
Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc. has introduced alternative building formats to attract franchisees to markets that once seemed impenetrable. Known for its archetypal dual drive-thru building, the Company has recently developed non-traditional prototypes for end-cap and in-line units, making the Checkers and Rally’s brands more accessible than ever before. - July 11, 2008 - Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc.
The Red Room Tapas Lounge Wins Best of the Triangle 2008
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that The Red Room Tapas Lounge has been named the best place to salsa dance by Independent Weekly’s 2008 Best of the Triangle awards. The Best of the Triangle winners are selected by readers’ polls. - July 11, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
2008 Tri-City Art Battle
First Ever Tri-City Art Battle; Music, Food and Artist's; 20 Artist's will have 3 hours to set up and complete an original piece of work....then you get to vote on your favorite artist. - July 10, 2008 - Magic Bean Cafe
Dining With a Hint of Hemmingway at Granville, Ohio's Newest Restaurant
A new restaurant recently opened in Ohio differentiating itself by serving up fine food and wine in the spirit of Hemingway. The Short Story Brasserie, a restaurant in Granville, Ohio, is proud to provide central Ohio and its surrounding areas with the opportunity to explore cuisine in the same... - July 10, 2008 - The Short Story Brasserie
Kingdom Catering & Special Events Inc. Featured in New York Lifestyle Guide
Rodney Brown & Kingdom Catering Inc. premiers exclusive catering services to New Yorkers. - July 08, 2008 - Kingdom Catering & Special Events Inc.
Maria’s French Terrace Opening Fall of 2008 on Bequia Island of the Grenadines
A traditional French restaurant on Bequia serving fine selections of fresh seafood to Boeuf Bourguignon to Linguini and vegetarian dishes accompanied with an exquisite selection of wines. - July 07, 2008 - Maria's French Terrace
Indigo Joe’s Offense Dominating ’08 US Economy’s Defense
Despite Ailing Casual Dining Segment, Sales for National Sports Pub & Restaurant Franchise Chain – Indigo Joe’s – Remain Strong. - July 07, 2008 - Indigo Joe’s Sports Pub & Restaurant
Indigo Joe’s is "What a Neighborhood Restaurant Should be"
Houston’s Newest Sports Pub & Restaurant Opens Its Doors to Local Sports Fans and Families Alike. - July 07, 2008 - Indigo Joe’s Sports Pub & Restaurant
Michael Dean’s Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar Debuts Hard Luck Lunch Specials
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that Michael Dean’s Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar will now offer hard luck lunch specials. The daily specials cost $6 and are offered Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday – Pair any... - July 03, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Stage Deli of New York at the Forum Shops Closing Sunday, June 29
ARK Restaurants announced today the closing of their popular Stage Deli of New York restaurant, located in the Forum Shops. The final day of business is scheduled for June 29, 2008. - June 29, 2008 - ARK Las Vegas
MagicKitchen.com Goes Single with SingleEdition.com
MagicKitchen.com, a leading online marketer of Chef-Prepared Gourmet Meals working together with SingleEdition.com has developed a full menu of Gourmet Prep Meals available in single serving or two or more serving portions. “Today we are formally introducing a full menu for singles in... - June 27, 2008 - MagicKitchen.com
MagicKitchen.com Announces Expanded Fundraising Opportunities for Schools, Churches and Teams
MagicKitchen.com today announced a much expanded program for fundraising opportunities for Fall 2008. “This new program offers not only the ability to generate significant funds through personal meal purchases and meal gifts purchased for your friends and family, but also any purchases made... - June 26, 2008 - MagicKitchen.com
Triangle Heart Ball Selects Elizabeth Wallace of Rocky Top Hospitality
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that Elizabeth Wallace, director of corporate affairs, has been named logistics committee chair for the American Heart Association’s 2009 Triangle Heart Ball that will take place on Saturday, Feb. 28 at the... - June 26, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Happi House Restaurants Use Radio to Launch Text Message Marketing Promotion
Happi House Restaurants Marketing Director, Kevyn Johnston, announced the company’s commencement of a new Text Messaging advertising campaign, which furthers the chains effort to broaden its marketing towards the “Generation Y” group. The campaign, which is part of the... - June 25, 2008 - Happi House Franchise Corporation, Inc.
Candelari’s Pizzeria Introduces the Kid’s Take ‘n Make Pizza Kits: New Concept in Family Dining and Fun
The Take ‘n Make Pizza Kit is a new concept in the pizza industry. Its purpose is to create a fun, at-home activity for children and their families. - June 24, 2008 - Candelari's Pizzeria
Rocky Top Hospitality Unveils Dinner for Two Special
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), as announced that five Rocky Top restaurants will now offer a dinner for two special. The special includes a bottle of reserve wine, two salads, two entrees and a choice of appetizer or dessert for $39.95 a couple. At Red Room... - June 21, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
2008 Maine Lobster Chef of the Year Finalist, Chef Pete Murphy from the Historic Russell House in Boothbay Harbor, Maine
The competition co-sponsored by the Maine Lobster Promotion Council and Maine Food & Lifestyle Magazine include awards for “Best Overall,” “People’s Choice” and a “Maine Lobster Emerging Talent Award.” The winner will represent Maine at the Great American Seafood Cook-off taking place August 2-3rd in New Orleans. - June 19, 2008 - Compass Rose Events and Catering Companies
Café Des Amis Celebrates Music Day in Covent Garden
Music Day not only in exhibition road. Cafe des Amis celebrate fete de la musique in Covent Garden Saturday 21st with Dorinel Bastide. - June 19, 2008 - Cafe des Amis
Chef & the Farmer, North Carolina's Epicurean Oasis
Go to nowhere and turn left…you’ll discover an extraordinary, epicurean experience where Chef Vivian Howard practices culinary artistry in a place steeped in tradition. Vivian has returned to her southern roots to create Chef and the Farmer. - June 17, 2008 - Chef & the Farmer
Bogart’s American Bar and Grill Launches Hard Luck Lunch Specials
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that Bogart’s American Bar and Grill will now offer hard luck lunch specials. The daily specials cost $6 and are offered Mondays through Fridays. They are as follows: Monday – Choose any big... - June 15, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
El ARRAYÁN Welcomes New Chef Mariano Valdés
El ARRAYÁN Welcomes New Chef Mariano Valdés who will prepare bi-weekly specials and teach the summer cooking classes. - June 11, 2008 - El ARRAYÁN
El ARRAYÁN Offers Summer Cooking Classes with New Chef
Puerto Vallarta's favorite Mexican restaurant, El ARRAYÁN, is offering summer cooking classes with new chef. - June 11, 2008 - El ARRAYÁN
Two Golden Corral Franchisees Receive North Carolina Honors
Two prestigious North Carolina restaurant industry awards were given to franchisees of Raleigh-based Golden Corral Buffet and Grill chain. Billy Sewell was named North Carolina Restaurateur of the Year by the North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (NCRLA), and David Gronewoller was named... - June 11, 2008 - Platinum Corral
Enjoy Fresh Flavors with Chef Tong of My Private Chef at the Chicago Botanic Garden 2008 Garden Chef Series
Chef Christopher Tong of My Private Chef will appear again this year and join an outstanding roster of professional chefs as he presents a cooking demonstration featuring seasonal fresh ingredients during the Chicago Botanic Garden’s popular annual Garden Chef Series. - June 10, 2008 - My Private Chef, Inc.
Dominick's Cooking Corner Features Chef Christopher Tong of My Private Chef at Taste of Chicago 2008
Chef Christopher Tong, one of Chicagoland’s most accomplished chefs and a favorite at Taste of Chicago will appear again this year at the Dominick’s Cooking Corner. Chef Tong, owner of the upscale gourmet dining service My Private Chef, will present a delicious seafood entree. - June 10, 2008 - My Private Chef, Inc.