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Bogart’s American Grill Announces New Menu
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, has announced that Bogart’s American Grill has launched their new food, wine and martini menu. The food menu features new items, including a re-emphasis on the Rotisserie, as well as a weekly special inspired by fresh and local ingredients. - September 27, 2007 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Figaro's Welcomes Back Bill Chemero
Bill Chemero Returns to Figaro’s to Lead Franchise Development Team - September 26, 2007 - Figaro’s Pizza
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill Releases Podcast on New Menu
Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill, located at 2300 Walnut St., has announced the release of a podcast introducing the Big Summer Festival menu that features seven new entrees providing guests with an enhanced dining experience. In the podcast, Jeff Small, executive... - September 24, 2007 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Great News for Bay Area Barbecue Lovers
There’s great news for all barbecue lovers in the Tampa Bay Area this month because the Schofield Restaurant Group is bringing Shane’s Rib Shack to the Tampa Bay area. The first location recently opened in Lutz in Northpoint Village at Suncoast Crossings, which is located at the... - September 20, 2007 - Shane's Rib Shack
The Stinger Lounge Announces Nightly Specials
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, has announced that the Stinger Lounge, North Raleigh’s upscale non-smoking lounge located at 1705Prime Chophouse and Events, will feature food and drink specials nightly. Monday nights, the chefs provide complimentary appetizers from 5-10 p.m. - September 19, 2007 - Rocky Top Hospitality
1705Prime Chophouse Names Executive Chef
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, has announced that Todd Ohle, director of culinary for Rocky Top Hospitality, has been named executive chef of 1705Prime Chophouse and Events, a steakhouse and catering facility located at 1705 E. Millbrook Road. Ohle began his culinary career in upscale... - September 14, 2007 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill Voted “Best for Casual Family Dining”
Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill, has announced that the restaurant located, at 2300 Walnut St. in Cary, has been voted the “Best Restaurant For Casual Family Dining” in western Wake County by the residents of Cary, Apex, Morrisville, Holly Springs, and... - September 11, 2007 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Kitchen Kettle Village Harvests Bushels of Fun for 33rd Annual 7 Sweets & Sours Festival
Guests can experience a bounty of fun and flavors during the 33rd Annual 7 Sweets & Sours Festival Friday, September 21st and Saturday, September 22nd, 2007 at Kitchen Kettle Village. - September 08, 2007 - Kitchen Kettle Village
Expanding Panera Franchise to Cover Eastern North Carolina
Breadwinners at the Triangle, LLC. has an agreement with Panera Bread to open five additional bakery cafés in the coastal area of North Carolina. The franchise currently operates 13 locations in central North Carolina. - September 07, 2007 - BreadWinners at the Triangle
1705Prime Chophouse Participates in Dish It Up, Raleigh!
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality has announced that 1705Prime Chophouse and Events, a steakhouse and catering facility located at 1705 E. Millbrook Road, will participate in Dish it Up, Raleigh! on Sunday, Sept. 9 from 3-8 p.m. at Triangle Town Center. Dish it Up, Raleigh! is a... - September 06, 2007 - Rocky Top Hospitality
LivinGood’s Restaurant Launches “Living Good in Plattsburgh” Website
LivinGood’s Restaurant has launched a brand new website at www.LivinGoodsRestaurant.com. The new site features photos and descriptions of menu items, hours of operation, contact and location information as well as printable “Internet Only” coupons and promotions. Visitors can... - August 31, 2007 - LivinGood's Restaurant
1705Prime Chophouse Wins 2007 Best of Citysearch
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, has announced that 1705Prime Chophouse and Events, a steakhouse and catering facility located at 1705 E. Millbrook Road, has been voted the best steak in Raleigh by Citysearch. The Best of Citysearch poll combines the editors’ favorites with the... - August 30, 2007 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Product Expansion on the Horizon for Panera Bread
Panera Bread announces new additions to their fall menu lineup. The menu items will be available beginning August 30. - August 30, 2007 - BreadWinners at the Triangle
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill Voted “Best Patio or Outdoor Dining” in Western Wake County
Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill, located at 2300 Walnut St. in Cary, has announce that the restaurant, has been voted the “Best Patio or Outdoor Dining” in western Wake County by the residents of Cary, Apex, Morrisville, Holly Springs, and Fuquay-Varina... - August 27, 2007 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Ralph Stockemer Joins Coffee Exchange Of The Americas, Inc. Advisory Board
Coffee Exchange Of The Americas, Inc. (CEOTA), welcomes Baylor University Alumni member, and former NFL running back, Ralph Stockemer to its retail coffee advisory board. - August 26, 2007 - Coffee Exchange Of The Americas, Inc.
Jo To Go Coffee Launches ‘On the Go Foods’
Jo To Go Coffee's new Executive Chef has created a fast, gourmet menu that is currently being tested at the company's Jo To Go Coffee cafe. The coffee franchise will eventually offer the On The Go Foods menu at drive-thru locations nationwide. - August 25, 2007 - Taco Flamingo | Jo To Go Coffee
Marzullo’s Turns 25 Years Old
Marzullo’s Restaurant and Café, one of Montclair’s premiere eateries, turns 25 years old this year. Opened September 1, 1982, this family-run business started out as a small Italian “Salumeria,” or Italian specialty store, featuring homemade mozzarella, overstuffed... - August 24, 2007 - Marzullo's Restaurant
Rocky Top Hospitality Announces Cooking Classes
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, has announced that the restaurant will host a Seafood 101 cooking class at Red Room Tapas Lounge, located at 510 S. Glenwood Ave. from 10:00 a.m.-noon on Saturday, Aug. 25. The class, which will be led by Michael Dean's executive chef, Marshall Smith, will... - August 20, 2007 - Rocky Top Hospitality
La Casa Dolce Café Showcases Italy’s Finest Wines at August Wine & Gelato Tasting
The last Thursday of every month, La Casa Dolce Café, located at 406 S. Howard Avenue on Tampa’s “Restaurant Row”, hosts a unique tasting opportunity as wines are paired with a specially matched selection of Italian desserts, including gelatos and sorbets. The cost to... - August 18, 2007 - La Casa Dolce Cafe
Rocky Top Hospitality Announces Grand Opening of 1705Prime Chophouse
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, has announced the grand opening of 1705Prime Chophouse and Events, a steakhouse and catering facility located at 1705 E. Millbrook Road. 1705Prime features a 300-bottle wine list, as well as USDA Prime beef dry-aged in house and cooked over 1,000 degrees... - August 17, 2007 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill Voted “Best Lunch” in Western Wake County
Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill, located at 2300 Walnut St. in Cary, has announced that the restaurant, has been voted the “Best Lunch” in western Wake County by the residents of Cary, Apex, Morrisville, Holly Springs, and Fuquay-Varina in The Cary... - August 16, 2007 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Casey Bastian Receives Women in Business Award from Triangle Business Journal
Triangle-based Panera Bread bakery-cafés announce today that Vice President of Operations Casey Bastian is a 2007 Women in Business Award winner. The award, presented by Triangle Business Journal, recognizes Bastian for her success and dynamic leadership. She received her award at the 10th... - August 12, 2007 - BreadWinners at the Triangle
Jo To Go Coffee Customers "Save the Brew"
One specialty coffee drink connoisseur will win $500 Jo To Go Dollars and share their favorite coffee concoction with Jo To Go Coffee® customers nationwide as winner of the “Save the Brew” contest. The coffee drive-thru is accepting entries until August 14, 2007. Customers can visit the Jo To Go Coffee Blogspot to help decide the winner August 21st - 31st, 2007. - August 09, 2007 - Taco Flamingo | Jo To Go Coffee
Santa Fe Cattle Company Inks Oklahoma Expansion
Santa Fe Cattle Company Growing again - August 09, 2007 - Santa Fe Cattle Company
1705Prime Chophouse Hosts Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, has announced that 1705Prime Chophouse and Events, a steakhouse and catering facility located at 1705 E. Millbrook Road, will host the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours event on Wednesday, Aug. 8 from 5:30-7 p.m. Business After Hours... - August 08, 2007 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill Unveils New Big Summer Eats 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 seven new entrees providing guests with an enhanced dining experience. The updated menu includes Wasabi Chicken Salad, a... - July 31, 2007 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Jo To Go Coffee® Adds Extreme Smoothie to Specialty Drink Menu
Jo To Go Coffee has added the Extreme Smoothie to their menu. The new smoothie is available in all Jo To Go Coffee real-fruit flavors and includes an infusion of Red Bull Energy Drink. - July 26, 2007 - Taco Flamingo | Jo To Go Coffee
Blenz Coffee and Hines Public Market Coffee Consulting Group Join Forces
Blenz Coffee retains Hines Public Market Coffee Consulting Group as principal consultants for coffee operations in British Columbia. - July 19, 2007 - Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd.
Daniel’s Restaurant & Catering Receives Four Maggy Awards
Daniel’s Restaurant & Catering, a family operated casual dining restaurant located on Highway 55 in Apex, has been recognized as a winner of four 2007 Cary Magazine Maggy Awards for Best Overall Restaurant, Best Italian Cuisine, Best Dessert List and Best Wine Cellar. The awards are voted... - July 19, 2007 - Daniels Restaurant & Catering
Santa Fe Holding Company, Inc. Begins Trading Under the New Symbol: SFHD
Santa Fe Holding Company, Inc. (Other OTC:SFHD.PK) is a restaurant holding company which currently owns and operates 17 Santa Fe Cattle Co. restaurants with 1 licensed store located in 7 states. Santa Fe Cattle Co. was founded in 1996 by Danny York and David Wachtel -- the same duo responsible for... - July 19, 2007 - Santa Fe Cattle Company
The Cereal Bowl™ Announces National Expansion
After two years of international media and thousands of franchise inquires, The Cereal Bowl™ is proud to announce the launch of its nationwide roll out with 16 stores now under development and several slated to open later this year. “We have spent the last year developing our concept... - July 18, 2007 - The Cereal Bowl
Eastland Lanes Junior Scholarship Tourney on August 25, 2007
Eastland Lanes will host it's first of four Junior Scholarship Tournaments for the 2007 - 2008 Season. - July 14, 2007 - Collins Bowling Center
Eastland Lanes Hires New Manager
Collins Bowling Centers Hires a New Manager - July 14, 2007 - Collins Bowling Center
Peacock Moon Cheesecakes Announces New Wholesale Account
Tom Best, owner of Peacock Moon Cheesecakes, has announced a new wholesale account, Coffee & Crepes. The cheesecake company will provide the restaurant with various flavored cheesecakes that will be regularly included on their menu. Coffee & Crepes freshly prepares crepes for breakfast,... - July 07, 2007 - Peacock Moon
West Coast Turns Up the Heat on Hot Wings
East Coast hot wings restaurants have always claimed the top ranks in the field. Many California residents have complained that there are no true hot wings on the West Coast. However, one Los Angeles resident was determined to change that perception and now he's taking his wings to compete in the home of hot wings. - July 04, 2007 - West Coast Hot Wings
Checkers® and Rally’s® Restaurants Staying Up Late
Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc., the nation's largest double drive-thru restaurant chain, extends its hours to midnight or later at most participating Checkers and Rally's restaurants nationwide. - June 21, 2007 - Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc.
Jo To Go Coffee® Celebrates Dad on Father’s Day
Jo To Go Coffee will be giving away free coffee to dads on June 17, 2007 at all franchise locations. - June 14, 2007 - Taco Flamingo | Jo To Go Coffee
Baltimore’s Best Tea House Opens Second Location
Teavolve Comes to Harbor East in Summer 2007 - June 13, 2007 - teavolve
The Cereal Bowl Announces Its New Corporate Headquarters in Miami, Florida
The Cereal Bowl's New Corporate Headquarters in Miami, Florida will also home to Cereal Bowl University, the company’s new training center. - June 13, 2007 - The Cereal Bowl
First Annual Kleinburg Jazz Festival
The 1st Annual Kleinburg Jazz Festival came to a close with everyone agreeing that it was a huge success. The three-day festival was launched at The Doctor's House on Friday, June 8th, with a big kick-off party that featured music by Juno award-winner Hilario Duran and his 8-piece Havana Remembered Band. - June 13, 2007 - The Doctor's House Restaurant & Banquet Events
Jack Astor’s Bar And Grill To Host Bartender Competition
Jim Mallon, managing partner of Jack Astor’s Bar and Grill located at 2300 Walnut St. in Cary, has announced that the restaurant will host a bartender competition on Wednesday, June 20 at 7 p.m. Participants in the competition will showcase their skills, dance steps and new drink inventions... - June 12, 2007 - Jack Astor's Bar and Grill
Figaro's Pizza Announces It Has Named Renowned Chef Dave Schy as Director of New Concepts and Product Development
Renowned Chef Dave Schy Heats Up Figaro’s Kitchen - June 11, 2007 - Figaro’s Pizza
Panera Bread Sponsors Two June Events
Panera is a Gold Level sponsor of Saturday’s Komen NC Triangle Race for the Cure and is a hole sponsor for the Executive Women’s Golf Tournament hosted by the Raleigh Chamber of Commerce. The Komen Foundation and Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Receive “Panera Warmth.” - June 10, 2007 - BreadWinners at the Triangle
Crussh Introduces the Supernatural - A Smoothie That's Out of This World
An amazing new smoothie - the Super Natural - has been launched by the UK's leading fresh juice bar. The drink is crammed full of exotic super fruits, renowned for their health properties. The Super Natural has to be one of the most healthy things available on the high street this summer. - June 09, 2007 - Crussh
Kitchen Kettle Village Adds More Jammin’ to Annual Berry Jam Festival
Kitchen Kettle Villages' 12th Annual Berry Jam Festival June 15 & 16, 2007 - June 07, 2007 - Kitchen Kettle Village
Blenz Coffee Master Barista, Layla Osberg Wins Millrock International Free Pour Latte Art Championship
Layala Osberg of Blenz Coffee pours her way to the top at the Millrock International Free Pour Latte Art Championship - June 07, 2007 - Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd.
Penn Station Franchise Recruiting with Several New Twists
Penn Station puts a new twist on franchise recruiting efforts with an emphasis on Nashville, TN. "As most franchisers, we have utilized print advertising forever but have added a unique communication supplement: Radio advertising on the leading news-talk station WLAC in Nashville,"... - June 06, 2007 - Penn Station East Coast Subs
Penn Station East Coast Subs Expands Nashville
Penn Station East Coast Subs has announced a new restaurant development initiative for the greater Nashville area. - June 06, 2007 - Penn Station East Coast Subs
Blenz Coffee's Layla Osberg Aims for Gold at The North American Latte Art Championships
Blenz Coffee's Layla Osberg advances to the finals at the North American Latte Art Championships. - June 03, 2007 - Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd.
Students at Park Hill High School Get Entrepreneurial Training with the Help of Jo To Go Coffee
Special Ed students work side by side with mainstream students at Kansas City’s Park Hill High School to create profitable ‘Red and Black Java Shack’ in school cafeteria with the help of the Kansas City Jo To Go Coffee franchisee. - June 02, 2007 - Taco Flamingo | Jo To Go Coffee