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Bogart’s American Grill Receives 2008 Maggy Awards
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that Bogart’s American Grill (www.bogartsamericangrill.com) has received two write-in Maggy Awards for Best Creative Sandwich and Best Ladies Lunch. The Third Annual Maggy Award competition gave the... - March 19, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
St. Patty's Day Bash
Lucky Dill Deli Celebrates Three Days of Irish. - March 16, 2008 - Lucky Dill Deli
The Twisted Fork Receives 2008 Maggy Awards
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that The Twisted Fork Grill, Market and Bar (www.thetwistedfork.com) has received two write-in Maggy Awards for Best Bakery in Western Wake and Best Dessert. The Third Annual Maggy Award competition gave the... - March 14, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
ACE Adventure Resort Celebrates 20 Years in Wonderland
After serving as President Harry Truman's private retreat, the owners of ACE Adventure Resort purchased the property 20 years ago and have transformed it into the state's largest adventure resort. - March 13, 2008 - ACE Adventure Resort
My Private Chef Offers Morning and Afternoon Tea Service
In March, the upscale Chicago-based My Private Chef is adding to its choices of gourmet dining services by offering Morning and Afternoon Tea Service. - March 13, 2008 - My Private Chef, Inc.
Oktoberfest Only the Beginning for This Group of Thirsty Travellers
The massive beer halls of Munich’s annual Oktoberfest are a life-long dream destination for many suds-seeking souls. And while they certainly don’t disappoint, they are only the beginning of a special journey for a group of fortunate folks. For them, a multi-country pub crawl awaits,... - March 12, 2008 - Thirsty Swagman Pty Ltd
Straw Hat Pizza Turnaround Team Makes a New Home at Happi House
Happi House Restaurants, Inc., announced today that it is embarking on a company revitalization plan, which includes hiring Joshua Richman as President, and Kevyn Johnston as Director of Marketing. Until recently, both men held the same positions at Straw Hat Pizza Cooperative Corporation, where... - March 12, 2008 - Happi House Franchise Corporation, Inc.
Savoy Opens in North Raleigh
Chefs Peter Gibson and Marshall Smith have announced the grand opening of Savoy (www.restaurantsavoy.com), a contemporary continental restaurant located at 7713-39 Leadmine Road in north Raleigh. Savoy features contemporary cuisine and a large wine list, designed as a multi-course experience... - March 11, 2008 - Savoy
Hi5 Sports Restaurant Receives 2008 Maggy Award
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that Hi5 Sports Restaurant has received a write-in Maggy Award for Best Burger. The Third Annual Maggy Award competition gave the community an opportunity to vote for the “Best Of” in over 80... - March 10, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
J.P. Licks Announces March Holiday Treats
A lil’ bit of the Leprechaun St. Patrick’s Day is March 17th and to commemorate the day, J.P. Licks is offering Mint Irish Lace ice cream which is a mint ice cream with chocolate flecks throughout and green in color of course. For the Leprechauns among us, J. P. Licks offers... - March 10, 2008 - JP Licks
Spicy, Sizzling, Casual and Friendly, Kansas City Public House Announces Its Grand Opening in Overland Park
Kansas City’s First-Ever Public House Location to Open for Business. - March 08, 2008 - The Public House
Rocky Top Hospitality Announces Brunch Cooking Class
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, has announced that the restaurant will host a Brunch 101 cooking class at Red Room Tapas Lounge, located at 510 S. Glenwood Ave from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 12. The class will teach attendees on how to plan a Sunday brunch party with friends... - March 05, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Get a taste of Spring with My Private Chef at Bloomingdale's Home & Furniture Store, Chicago
In special anticipation of Spring, Bloomingdales welcomes Chef Christopher Tong from My Private Chef to demonstrate the preparation of a savory Spring menu. The cooking demonstration will take place on Saturday, March 29, from 2-4 p.m. at the Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store at Medinah Temple, 600 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago. - March 03, 2008 - My Private Chef, Inc.
February is Specialty Coffee Month
J.P. Licks Puts Fair Trade Organic Nicaragua Coffee in the Spotlight. - February 28, 2008 - JP Licks
President of GC Partners, Inc. Named Chairman of Board for State Restaurant Association
GC Partners, Inc., a Winston-Salem-based multi-unit Golden Corral Franchisee and restaurant development company of Golden Corral restaurants in North Carolina, South Carolina and Florida, has announced that the company’s president, David E. Gronewoller, has been named Chairman of the North... - February 27, 2008 - GC Partners, Inc.
Billy Sewell of Platinum Corral Named Restaurateur of the Year
Platinum Corral, LLC (www.platinumcorral.com), a 22-unit Golden Corral franchise operator, has announced that owner Billy Sewell has been named Restaurateur of the Year by the North Carolina Restaurant And Lodging Association (NCRLA). Sewell owns Golden Corral franchises in Asheboro, Concord,... - February 27, 2008 - Platinum Corral
1705Prime Steakhouse Receives 2008 Maggy Awards
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality (www.rockytophospitality.com), has announced that 1705Prime Steakhouse (www.1705prime.com) has received three write-in Maggy Awards for Best Neighborhood Bar, Best Steak House and Best Selection of Wine. The Third Annual Maggy Award competition gave the... - February 26, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
JARM Amusements Aim to Become the U.K.’s Greenest Funfair Operators
Following the success of their recent Fairtrade initiative, JARM Amusements have published details of their plans to become the U.K.'s greenest funfair operators - February 24, 2008 - Jason AR Moody Amusements
Capital City Grocery Announces Shopping Service
Sue Weems, vice president of Capital City Grocery (www.capitalcitygrocery.com), has announced that the grocer now offers a shopping service for its customers, enabling them to place their orders ahead of time and pick up the items at their convenience. The service is free of charge. To place an... - February 22, 2008 - Capital City Grocery
CEO Chef Cooks-Up Business in a Sluggish Economy
CEO Chef, Inc. does its part toward re-igniting the spirit and passions of corporate America by announcing today its “Referral Rebate Program.” - February 22, 2008 - CEO Chef, Inc.
Cabernet Sauvignon Drinkers Support Obama, McCain Claims Pinot Noir
Wine Bat blind tasting reveals wine drinking inclinations of Obama, Clinton and McCain supporters. - February 22, 2008 - Wine Bat
Obama Wins Big with Wine Crowd
According to a straw poll conducted by Wine Bat, an Austin-based wine-event company, Senator Barack Obama is the favorite presidential candidate among wine drinkers. Eighty-one wine drinkers (53 female; 28 male) were polled during blind wine tastings held on Monday, February 11 and Monday, February... - February 22, 2008 - Wine Bat
West Virginia Adventure Resort Announces 2008 Calendar of Events
West Virginia's largest adventure resort will host three competitive events in 2008. The season kicks off on Sunday, June 3 with the 8th annual XTERRA ACE Big Canyon Off-Road Triathlon. On August 24th, the West Virginia Mountain Bike Association (WVMBA) New River Bike Fest will be held at the multi-purpose facility and the competitive event season ends on Saturday, October 25th with the Mountain State Trail Run series, 7th Annual New River Gorge-ous Trail Run and Walk. - February 21, 2008 - ACE Adventure Resort
Rocky Top Hospitality Announces Spanish Cooking Class at Red Room
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, has announced that the restaurant will host a Spanish Wines and Cooking class at Red Room Tapas Lounge, located at 510 S. Glenwood Ave., from noon–2 p.m. on Saturday, March 15. The class is the restaurant’s second class on tapas, and will focus... - February 20, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Jimmy G’s “Super Chef” Eric Fisher to Appear Live on WQED’s Steel City Chefs, Saturday, February 23, 2008
Jimmy G’s Restaurant & Catering’s Super Chef, Eric Fisher, will be appearing live on WQED’s new cooking program, “Steel City Chefs” on Saturday, February 23, 2008. Chef Eric will be preparing his famous Taipei Tuna Noodle Salad. In celebration of Chef Eric’s... - February 19, 2008 - Jimmy G's Restaurant & Catering
The Twisted Fork Grill, Market & Bar Announces New Manager
The Twisted Fork Grill, Market & Bar (www.thetwistedfork.com), located at Triangle Town Center in Raleigh, has announced that Joshua Stack has been named manager for the restaurant. In this position, Stack will manage the front and back of the restaurant, lead servers, manage guests, oversee... - February 15, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Elizabeth Wallace Named to Leadership Committee of Swing Fore a Cure
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, (www.rockytophospitality.com) has announced that Elizabeth Wallace, director of corporate affairs, has been named to the leadership committee of the American Cancer Society’s Triangle Swing Fore a Cure. Rocky Top’s 1705Prime Steakhouse is a... - February 12, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Capital City Grocery Inks Deal with Rocky Top Hospitality’s Dessert First All-Occasion Bakery
Mason Weems, general manager of Capital City Grocery (www.capitalcitygrocery.com), has announced that the store now offers bakery items from Rocky Top Hospitality’s Dessert First All-Occasion Bakery, located just inside their Twisted Fork Grill, Market & Bar at Triangle Town Center in... - February 11, 2008 - Capital City Grocery
Tradex International, Inc. Gains National Recognition for Diversity
Tradex International, Inc., one of the largest suppliers of disposable gloves worldwide, has been named to DiversityBusiness.com's Div500 list of Top Diversity Owned Businesses in America. - February 11, 2008 - Tradex International, Inc.
Daily Grind Coffee House Expands Into Miami-Dade County
Daily Grind Coffee House, one of the country's fastest growing coffee house franchises, announces expansion into Miami-Dade County. - February 09, 2008 - The Daily Grind
Celebrate Black History Month at the Independence Visitor Center
Hosting and supporting an array of events, the Independence Visitor Center will be providing information on various opportunities to celebrate Black History Month all throughout the month of February. - February 09, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Jack Astor’s Bar & Grill Sponsors International Affairs Council Event
Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar & Grill (www.jackastors.com) located at 2300 Walnut Street in Cary, has announced that the restaurant will be donating refreshments for the International Affairs Council’s WorldQuest Competition. The WorldQuest Competition for... - February 08, 2008 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Rocky Top Hospitality Announces Steakhouse Cooking Class
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, has announced that the restaurant will host a steakhouse classics cooking class at Red Room Tapas Lounge, located at 510 S. Glenwood Ave from noon – 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 23. The class, which will be led by 1705Prime’s executive chef, Todd... - February 07, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Tradex International, Inc. Named 2008 NEO Success Award Winner
Tradex International, Inc., one of the largest suppliers of disposable gloves worldwide, has been named a 2008 NEO Success Award Winner as one of the fastest growing companies in Northeast Ohio. - February 07, 2008 - Tradex International, Inc.
A Sweet Cake for Your Sweetheart - J.P. Licks Announces Valentine Ice Cream Cakes
J.P. Licks, the homemade ice cream and coffee café with seven scoop shops in and around the Boston area, offers ice cream cakes for all occasions. - February 06, 2008 - JP Licks
Capital City Grocery Hosts Valentine’s Day Cooking Class
Sue Weems, vice president of Capital City Grocery (www.capitalcitygrocery.com), has announced that the store will host a Valentine’s Day cooking class on Thursday, Feb. 7 from 6-8 p.m., led by personal chef Pamela Clark of Thyme Savor, who will teach creative ideas for cooking products... - February 05, 2008 - Capital City Grocery
1705Prime Chophouse and Events Announces Live Jazz Night
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, (www.rockytophospitality.com) has announced that 1705Prime Chophouse and Events will feature live jazz music every Friday night from 7-10 p.m. Local favorites 3rd Degree will perform. 1705Prime, a steakhouse and catering facility located at 1705 E. - February 04, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Figaro’s Pizza Opens in Abu Dhabi
Sense Gourmet partners with Figaro's to open in Middle East - February 04, 2008 - Figaro’s Pizza
Ciao Bella Says "Konichiwa" to Japan
Ciao Bella Gelato, the most highly awarded frozen specialty dessert company, has been adored by America’s most discerning palates for 25 years. The hand-crafted, all natural flavors that garnered more than fourteen NASFT awards will now be tantalizing the taste buds of the Japanese... - February 03, 2008 - Ciao Bella Gelato
Panera Bread Sponsors Third Annual Hoops for Hope Event
Panera Bread is once again a sponsor of the Hoops for Hope charity to benefit breast cancer research. The event is hosted by Kay Yow, North Carolina State women’s basketball head coach, and will be held February 10 at Reynolds Coliseum in Raleigh, N.C. - February 03, 2008 - BreadWinners at the Triangle
J.P. Licks at Night - Ice Cream Master Now Offers Ice Cream Delivery Through Night Owl
Although seven stores in and around the Boston area provide ample opportunity for a decadent ice cream break, J.P. Licks has recently teamed up with Night Owl to deliver ice cream to their customers. - February 01, 2008 - JP Licks
Lobster Trap Chef Takes First Place at Charleston Oyster Festival
A barefoot chef from Asheville, North Carolina won the Oyster Shucking Competition in Charleston, South Carolina. Tres Hundertmark, owner of The Lobster Trap, shucked an average of one raw oyster every 2.6 seconds. - February 01, 2008 - The Lobster Trap
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill Voted Best Outdoor Dining
Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill (www.jackastors.com) located at 2300 Walnut Street in Cary, has announced that the restaurant has been voted the Best Outdoor Dining in western Wake County by Cary Magazine’s Third Annual Maggy Awards poll. This marks the second... - January 31, 2008 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Rocky Top Hospitality Partners with American Cancer Society’s Swing Fore a Cure
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, (www.rockytophospitality.com) has announced that 1705Prime Chophouse and Events has partnered with the American Cancer Society’s Triangle Swing Fore a Cure as a platinum sponsor of the event. The Triangle Swing Fore a Cure is an annual golf... - January 30, 2008 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Miss Ukraine to Host Chert Poberi Café First Special Night
Miss Ukraine 2007, Lika Roman will be the guest of honor for the opening night of Chert Poberi Special Event Nights(Ch.P.Nights), www.ChertPoberi.com with the support of Beauty in You non-for-profit organization. The opening promises to be a momentous occasion for the Russian speaking community in... - January 29, 2008 - Chert Poberi
Capital City Grocery Offers Free Wi-Fi Services
Ed Weems, president of Capital City Grocery (www.capitalcitygrocery.com), has announced that the store is now offering customers free Wi-Fi services throughout its downtown Raleigh location, including the indoor and outdoor seating areas. The new Wi-Fi services provide customers with high-speed... - January 28, 2008 - Capital City Grocery
My Private Chef Will Continue Series of Healthy Cooking Demonstrations at Gilda's Club, Chicago
The meals are designed to inspire people living with cancer to eat well, serve beautiful food and stay healthy. Chef Tong's cooking demonstration will take place on Tuesday, February 26 at 6pm. Gilda's Club, 537 N. Wells Street, Chicago. Free to anyone touched with cancer. For reservations call 312.464.9900. - January 27, 2008 - My Private Chef, Inc.
Le Parigo Restaurant Earns Top Recognition from National Magazine
Le Parigo proudly announces their nomination as one of the “Best Meals in the South” by Southern Living’s Best of Edition. The travel editors of Southern Living visited more than 1,000 restaurants in 2007, and they deemed Le Parigo as one of the best. They based this accreditation... - January 27, 2008 - Le Parigo
MeetingExpresso.com Taking Business Soirees to the Coffee Shop – New Business Opportunity Redefining the Coffee House Experience
Ambitious entrepreneurs who would like to get in on a groundbreaking business opportunity have a new concept to explore. The patent-pending MeetingExpresso.com is adding an extra jolt of caffeine to the traditional coffee house environment with amenities that cater to unique needs of remote business workers. - January 26, 2008 - Meeting ExpressO
Super Bowl Sunday Biggest Pizza Day of the Year
Local pizza places gear up for "Black Sunday" - the busiest day of the year, Super Bowl Sunday. - January 25, 2008 - Eureka Pizza