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Special Olympics North Carolina Partners with Panera Bread
Joe and Diane Bastian, co-owners of 13 Panera Bread locations, announce a partnership with Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC) as a honorary delegation statewide and event sponsor for the 2007 Summer Games in Raleigh June 1 3, 2007. More than 1,300 athletes from across the state will... - May 23, 2007 - BreadWinners at the Triangle
Booster Juice Partners with Poelman Contruction and Ware Malcomb Architects to Buildout Stores in Nor Cal; First Store Opens in Rocklin/Roseville Sat. June 2nd 2007
Booster Juice partners with Poelman Construction and Ware Malcomb to build out the first of four stores in Northern California. First store to open in Rocklin/Roseville June 2nd, 2007. - May 23, 2007 - Booster Juice
Panera Bread Offers Picnic Solution to Reduce Family Stress for Summer Outings
Joe and Diane Bastian, co-owners of BreadWinners at the Triangle, a franchisee owner of Panera Bread, announce a new approach for the “on-the-go” family. With summer fast approaching, Via Panera “picnic” boxes offer families an alternative to time consuming meal preparation... - May 15, 2007 - BreadWinners at the Triangle
Jo To Go Coffee® Unveils Licensing Package for Multi-Unit Franchisees
Jo To Go Coffee® now offers a licensing package geared to existing, complimentary businesses. The specialty coffee drive-thru unveiled the new program at the Multi-Unit Franchising and Development Conference and Expo in Colorado Springs this April. - May 12, 2007 - Taco Flamingo | Jo To Go Coffee
Supermac Creative Mac & Cheese
Swooping into the garment district like a comfort-food superhero, this hiply outfitted, brightly colored storefront serves up mac-and-cheese mixes from the homey (four cheese, with cheddar, asiago, mozzarella and Parmigiano-Reggiano) to the highbrow (lobster Thermidor, with lobster chunks, brie and mascarpone). There's even a low-fat variety among the dozen choices. All are served with or without breadcrumbs in two sizes, the mini mac and the mega mac. Mac-and-cheese nuggets and crispy linguine continue the noodle-y theme. - May 10, 2007 - Supermac
Jack Astor’s Bar And Grill Announces Podcast
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill, located at 2300 Walnut St., has announced the release of a podcast providing tips on hosting an event and providing an excellent experience for all guests. In the podcast, Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill, discusses the importance of... - May 09, 2007 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Bubbalou's BBQ Goes to the 'Head Of The Class' in Catering
It's graduation time and people are looking for ways to beat the stress associated with preparing food for graduation parties. Bubbalou's BBQ offers catering and party packs consisting of delectable barbeque meats and savory side items to enhance the festivities at any graduation celebration. - May 09, 2007 - Bubbalou's BBQ Restaurant
Take Me Out to the Ballgame - Penn Station East Coast Subs Opens in Cincinnati Red's Ballpark
Penn Station East Coast Subs inked a deal with the Cincinnati Reds hours before the first pitch was thrown Friday night at the Great American Ball Park. The latest in local restaurants and restaurant chains to operate within the stadium. - May 09, 2007 - Penn Station East Coast Subs
115 Midtowne Honored by Carolina Parent Magazine
Tim Fletcher, general manager of 115 Midtowne, a sophisticated North Hills restaurant, has announced that the dining establishment has been named by Carolina Parent magazine as the Best Place to Eat Out Without the Kids. Readers submitted nominations to the Raleigh-based magazine in its Family... - May 08, 2007 - 115 Midtowne
Moms Garner Coffee Honors from Jo To Go Coffee® on Mother’s Day
Jo To Go Coffee is celebrating Mother's Day by offering a complimentary specialty coffee drink to all Moms who drive thru any Jo To Go Coffee location on Sunday, May 13, 2007. - May 07, 2007 - Taco Flamingo | Jo To Go Coffee
7th Annual Xterra ACE Big Canyon Triathlon Set for Sunday, June 3, 2007
The 7th Annual XTERRA ACE Big Canyon Triathlon is slated for June 3, 2007. A 1.5 mile down-stream swim in the New River combined with a 7 mile trail run and 10 mile mountain bike segment make this one of the most popular events in the XTERRA race series. New for 2007....a relay division for three person teams. - May 02, 2007 - ACE Adventure Resort
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill Opens Newly Landscaped Patio
Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill located at 2300 Walnut St. in Cary, has announced that the restaurant has opened its newly landscaped patio. The restaurant’s full service patio provides an exceptional outdoor dining experience with a unique and entertaining... - May 01, 2007 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Scott James Joins Slow Food International
Scott James, executive chef of 115 Midtowne, a sophisticated restaurant featuring contemporary metropolitan food, has announced that he has joined Slow Food International, a non profit organization that protects the heritage of food, tradition and culture. Slow Food International counteracts fast... - April 30, 2007 - 115 Midtowne
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill Announces Podcast Addressing Customer Service
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill, located at 2300 Walnut St., has announced the release of a podcast addressing the importance of providing excellent customer service and creating an environment where customers are happy. In the podcast, Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar and... - April 27, 2007 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Independent Caterer Feeds Independent News
Independent staff catering company, Charlton House, has gained a catering contract with the leading international newspaper and communications group, Independent News & Media PLC. Under a five-year contract worth £600K in annual turnover, Charlton House now manages catering services at... - April 27, 2007 - Charlton House Catering Services
Blenz is Growing Again
Blenz, The Canadian Coffee Company introduces three new additions to the head office team. - April 25, 2007 - Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd.
West Virginia's ACE Adventure Center Announces 2007 Competitive Events
Three adventure races are slated to occur at ACE Adventure Center located in Oak Hill, West Virginia. The 7th annual XTERRA ACE Big Canyon Off-Road Triathlon will take place on Sunday, June 3rd. The popular New River Bike Fest, a West Virginia Mountain Bike Association point series event, will take place on Sunday, August 26th. The Mountain State Trail Run Series point event, the 6th Annual New River Gorge-ous Trail Run and Walk will take place on Saturday, October 27th. - April 22, 2007 - ACE Adventure Resort
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill Unveils New Menu
Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill located at 2300 Walnut St. in Cary, has announced that the restaurant has introduced a new menu that features 14 new entrees providing guests with an enhanced dining experience. The updated menu includes Goat Cheese Salad, a warm... - April 20, 2007 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Jo To Go Coffee® Exhibits at the International Franchise Expo
Jo To Go Coffee exhibited at the 16th annual International Franchise Expo. Representatives from the specialty coffee drive-thru networked with potential franchisees and are now in the process of setting up Jo To Go Coffee Discovery Days. - April 20, 2007 - Taco Flamingo | Jo To Go Coffee
115 Midtowne Voted One of the Best New Restaurants in the Triangle
115 Midtowne has been named one of the Best New Restaurants in the Triangle by the residents of Cary, Apex, Morrisville, Holly Springs and Fuquay-Varina in Cary Magazine’s Maggy Awards poll. This poll recognizes the most popular and exceptional local businesses as voted by the residents of... - April 19, 2007 - 115 Midtowne
When Sales Go Up Franchisees Open More Restaurants
Penn Station East Coast Subs announces 34 consecutive months of average restaurant sales increases. - April 19, 2007 - Penn Station East Coast Subs
Casual Beach Restaurant Habiba Village Awarded with the Silver Crystal
Habiba Village is ideally located in Nuweiba in South Sinai directly on the beach. It offers excellent seafood in a most authentic Sinai atmosphere. - April 18, 2007 - Habiba Village
Enjoy Scoozi!'s Outdoor Patio Dining Beginning May 1, 2007
Fresh Air and Fresh Ingredients - April 16, 2007 - Scoozi
Winning Recipe - Sociale Make & Take Gourmet Stands Apart in Boom Industry
There’s no denying the kitchen is getting crowded. The meal preparation industry, just a whisper only five years ago, suddenly seems as popular as American Idol. Well, that might be stretching things, but the industry’s stratospheric growth can’t be ignored. In 2002 there were... - April 14, 2007 - Sociale Make & Take Gourmet
Blenz Coffee Proudly Introduces Mr. Ron Downie as Director of Operations
Blenz The Canadian Coffee Co. Ltd. announced that Ron Downie will be taking the helm as Director of Operations, effective immediately. Mr. Downie Brings a wealth of experience including a decade working with some of the highest profile names in the food and beverage industry including Planet... - April 14, 2007 - Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd.
Walt Willey, Star Of "All My Children" Brings Stand-Up Comedy Act to Ottawa, IL to Benefit Easter Seals
Ottawa native Walt Willey, star of "All My Children", will return to the area to perform his stand-up comedy show Saturday and Sunday, April 21 and 22 at Old Town Commons in Ottawa. A Sunday matinee meet and greet fundraiser for Easter Seals is also slated for the weekend. Willey has... - April 13, 2007 - Old Town Commons
Savant Fine Dining Clearwater, “Last Dinner on the Titanic”
Savant Fine Dining, Clearwater and Tampa hosting second annual First Class Titanic dinner - April 12, 2007 - Savant Fine Dining
Panera Bread Introduces Salmon Salad to New Product Lineup
Joe and Diane Bastian, co-owners BreadWinners at the Triangle, a franchise of Panera Bread, announce today early success of their new Salmon Salad as part of its new product introduction to customers this year. Part of Panera Bread’s success with customers lies in its ever changing menu of... - April 12, 2007 - BreadWinners at the Triangle
Hot New Supper Club Caters to Diverse Crowd
Sopra (which means “above” in Italian), is a throw-back to the original supper clubs of the 1920s and 1930s. It features modern, global, seasonal cuisine, a sweeping martini and wine list, a private dining room, and a helpful and considerate staff. - April 11, 2007 - Sopra Upper Lounge
Big Business Deals Are Now Being Forged Over Café Tables
With the continuing rise in home-based executives, ever tightening expense accounts and the need to use multimedia in sharing concepts and ideas, trends are showing that cafés continue to be one of the hot spots for business activity. - April 10, 2007 - BreadWinners at the Triangle
La Bahia Announces New Dinner Hours & Music
The La Bahia Mexican Restaurant announced today it will be open for dinner service from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday at 224 North Mesquite, Downtown, Corpus Christi, Texas 78401, (361) 888-6555 beginning on April 13, 2007. In addition to its new dinner hours, La Bahia will... - April 09, 2007 - La Bahia Mexican Restaurant
Jo To Go Coffee® Introduces the Rapid Rewards Card
Jo To Go Coffee® has launched their Rapid Rewards program at all franchise locations. Rapid Rewards is a frequency program that rewards regular customers with bonus drinks and discounts. - April 08, 2007 - Taco Flamingo | Jo To Go Coffee
Blenz Coffee Perks Up Westbank British Columbia
Friday March 30 marked the opening of Blenz Coffee’s 49th location in BC. The newest Blenz Coffee location is in Westbank at #307 – 3550 Carrington Road, The Hub Centre. This location will serve as a community meeting place, offering Blenz fine selection of beverages and foods, as well... - April 07, 2007 - Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd.
LaGroceria and The Asgard Spearhead Trans Fat Removal in Cambridge Restaurants
Franco Mastromauro, owner of LaGroceria restaurant and Bill Goodwin, owner of The Asgard in Central Square, Cambridge, are co-chairs of a newly formed sub-committee of the Restaurant Association of Central Square that addresses the use of trans-fats. They are spearheading a campaign for the removal... - April 06, 2007 - LaGroceria Restaurant
115 Midtowne Recognized for Wine Selection
115 Midtowne has been named one of the Best Wine Selections in the Triangle area by the residents of Cary, Apex, Morrisville, Holly Springs and Fuquay-Varina in Cary Magazine’s annual Maggy Awards poll. This poll recognizes the most popular and exceptional local businesses as voted by the... - April 05, 2007 - 115 Midtowne
Fast Casual Mexican Restaurant and Tequila Bar Expanding
A Fast Casual Mexican eatery and Tequila bar concept now expanding - April 03, 2007 - c.o. Jones
Crescent Ridge Dairy Announces Home Delivery of Kosher Products
Crescent Ridge Dairy, one of the largest providers of home delivery service to the greater Boston area, has recently announced home delivery of Kosher products. - March 31, 2007 - Crescent Ridge Dairy
Students Try Their Luck at Village Deli’s Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament
Village Deli and Catering held a St. Patrick’s Day event so local students could celebrate the holiday in a safe, alcohol and drug free environment. - March 31, 2007 - Clarksville Cafe and Catering
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
OCS Acquires CRS to Provide a Complete Store Development Solution
OCS Group, the £600 million property services support group, has today announced the acquisition of City Retail Support Ltd (CRS). CRS, based in Staffordshire provides merchandising, project management, shopfittting and health and safety consultancy services to a wide range of major UK... - March 27, 2007 - OCS Group Ltd
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
Figaro’s Acquires Sargo’s Subs
Take-Home Pizza Chain to Offer Sandwiches in Stores, Grow Brand - March 10, 2007 - Figaro’s Pizza
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
Lynda’s Eat Well And Be Well is Definitely Still Open for Business
Lynda's Eat Well and Be Well has received many calls asking if the company is still in business. "We absolutely are still in business" stated Lynda Rice, owner and head chef of Lynda's Eat Well and Be Well. "Another company that produced frozen sugar free food called Eat Well Be Well... - February 25, 2007 - Lynda’s Eat Well And Be Well
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
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