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.
L.I.C Partnership Networking Event at Dutch Kills Centraal 1.22.14
Local Game-Changer Aims to Help Re-Define the Dutch Kills Area - January 19, 2014 - Dutch Kills Centraal
Michele Iuliano and Tony D'Aiuto of Luzzo's Group Birthday Bash
Wednesday, January 22nd 2014 from 7pm to 10pm. Cocktail attire. - January 17, 2014 - Luzzo's Group
Taco Bueno® Embarks on Company-Wide Remodel Program
71 restaurants to be remodeled by the middle of 2014. - January 15, 2014 - Taco Bueno Restaurants, L.P.
Pearlene Silva Garcia Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Pearlene Silva Garcia of Albuquerque, New Mexico has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the food industry. About Pearlene Silva Garcia Ms. Garcia has over 36 years experience in the restaurant industry. - January 14, 2014 - Strathmore Worldwide
Carolina Wing Company Presents Viva Las Vegas Night to Benefit Project: Wheels for Heroes Jan. 11
Local Restaurant Hosts Finale Event with Live Entertainment, a Las Vegas Vacation Raffle and More to Donate Action Trackchair to Operation: Coming Home Veteran - January 04, 2014 - Carolina Wing Company
The Alley Cat Lounge Welcomes The Kevin Hayden Band for a Historical Live Video & Audio Recording Event
On Friday, December 27, 2013, The Alley Cat Lounge at Five O’Clock Steakhouse will welcome Milwaukee’s own Kevin Hayden Band for a special live video and audio recording event. Alley Cat Lounge guests will enjoy complimentary “Wild 101” specialty cocktails served by “The Wild Turkey Girls.” - December 28, 2013 - Five O'Clock Steakhouse
Prepare for Delivery: Giant Rustic Pizza Arriving in Phoenix December 30
Local Pizza Restaurant to Open Second Valley Location in Arcadia. - December 26, 2013 - Giant Rustic Pizza
Triangle Dairy Queen Debuts New Website
Triangle Restaurant Chain Creates Customer-Focused Website Featuring a Cleaner Design and Streamlined Navigation - December 18, 2013 - Triangle Dairy Queen
Christmas and New Year’s Eve Galore at Casa Dorada Los Cabos
Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa will celebrate Christmas and welcome the New Year with elegant holiday dinners and a legendary New Years’ Eve bash. Festivities will begin with a Christmas Dinner on December 24th served at 12 Tribes Restaurant. Guests will enjoy live piano artistry and... - December 17, 2013 - Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa
"The Latin Road Home: Savoring the Foods of Ecuador, Spain, Cuba, Mexico and Peru" by Jose Garces Comes to Digital
Beautiful, best-selling cookbook receives innovative ebook transformation and distribution to all major retailers. - December 17, 2013 - Vook
Saber-Toothed Computing Selects Sterling as Preferred Payment Processor
Sterling Payment Technologies announced today that Saber-Toothed Computing, a Chicago-based technology consulting company, has selected Sterling as its preferred payment-processing provider. In addition to offering a full range of IT solutions for businesses, Saber-Toothed Computing is one of the... - December 17, 2013 - Sterling Payment Technologies
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Continues Its Expansion Into Highland Village, Texas
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, famously known for their award-winning hand-tossed, coal-fired brick oven pizzas and calzones, fresh salads and delicious desserts is announcing its latest expansion move into the state of Texas. Located at The Shops at Highland Village, the restaurant will offer patio... - December 15, 2013 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria
Rocky Top Hospitality Co-Hosts Downtown Raleigh’s Premier New Year’s Eve Party
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences’ Nature Research Center Partners with Rocky Top Hospitality to Host Gourmet New Year’s Eve Gala - December 13, 2013 - Rocky Top Hospitality
London Fish & Chips Opens Its Second Casual Dining Restaurant in TECOM
London Fish & Chips recently opened its second casual dining restaurant in TECOM. The restaurant offers the best of British-style sea food in the region. Having opened the first casual dining restaurant in Motor City earlier this year, the TECOM branch is an indication of the brands ambitious... - December 13, 2013 - London Fish and Chips
Southern Season’s Commitment to Local Community Rings True with the Addition of North Carolina Vendors
Landmark Gourmet Food and Gifts Store Brings Five New Local Vendors to Specialty Food Department Shelves - December 12, 2013 - Southern Season
Taco Bueno® Offers Nostalgic Menu Item on Throwback Thursdays
The Chili Pie will be offered in stores every Thursday through January. - December 11, 2013 - Taco Bueno Restaurants, L.P.
Brian D. Monday Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Brian D. Monday of Weldon Spring, Missouri has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the restaurant field. About Brian D. Monday Mr. Monday has almost 10 years experience in the restaurant and hospitality... - December 04, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Yoshinoya Celebrates Grand Opening of a New Restaurant Near USC Campus with a Weeklong Bowlapalooza Monday, December 2 to Friday, December 6, 2013
Yoshinoya announced today that on Monday, December 2, 2013, it's returning to the 3021 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles location near the University of Southern California with a new store and an exciting week of festivities including daily promotions, prizes, and for those with an appetite for competition, a Sumo Beef Bowl® eating-contest between two world famous, authentic Sumo wrestlers. - December 02, 2013 - Yoshinoya America, Inc.
Marmalade Opening
New Breakfast Restaurant in Greer SC - December 02, 2013 - Marmalade
Thanksgiving Eve Bash at McFadden’s Addison
One of the biggest party nights of the year! - November 27, 2013 - McFadden's Addison
San Antonio Spurs Fans Get a Taste of the Country's Best Chili
The hottest food truck in San Antonio, The Institute of Chili, signs deal to serve their famous Texas chili at San Antonio Spurs home games. - November 27, 2013 - The Institute of Chili
The Daily Planet Café Hosts 8th Annual Memories for Marcus Fundraising Event
Rocky Top Hospitality Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Supports Children of WakeMed Foundation with Holiday Toy Drive and Fundraiser - November 27, 2013 - Rocky Top Hospitality
The Argenta Market Launches Buy Local Campaign, Providing New Services, and Hosting Its Holiday Open House December 14th
The Argenta Market, a full service food store emphasizing local Arkansas grown and made products, is keeping with its Arkansas theme for a holiday open house on Saturday, December 14th from 9:00am to 1:00pm at 521 Main Street. This Open House event will be filled with a variety of activities for... - November 26, 2013 - Argenta Market
Taco Bueno® to Give Away Free Tamales on Black Friday
Tamales are back for the season, bigger and better than ever! - November 25, 2013 - Taco Bueno Restaurants, L.P.
Visitors Enjoy New Twists to Traditional Thanksgiving Recipes at Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium
Tired of the "same ole" turkey dinner for Thanksgiving? Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium offers a new twist. - November 21, 2013 - Audubon Nature Institute
Minnesota Pizza Champion Randy Hueffmeier Invited to the Gluten Free Expo in Brescia Italy the Largest of Its Kind Anywhere in the World
Minnesota Pizza Champion Randy Hueffmeier of Oakdale, MN gets invite to the Gluten Free Expo in Brescia, Italy the Worlds Largest Expo dedicated solely to Gluten Free Foods and Products. While there Randy will participate in demonstrations, conferences, seminars and isles full of the latest and... - November 18, 2013 - Randy's Pizza
AmpleHarvest.org Announces Repeat of "Centerpieces for Pantries" Initiative
Nationwide hunger/food waste non-profit urges replacing holiday table floral centerpieces with edible arrangements to then be donated to a local food pantry the next day. - November 16, 2013 - AmpleHarvest.org
New Italian Cicheti Restaurant Concept Opening in Singapore
Chef Owner Yew Aun Lim and Entrepreneur Liling Ong Create Original Restaurant Brand Filled with Italian Spirit - November 10, 2013 - Cicheti Restaurant
Taco Bueno® to Support the Wounded Warrior Project® in Honor of Veterans Day
Veterans and active military to receive free crispy beef or chicken tacos on Monday, November 11. - November 07, 2013 - Taco Bueno Restaurants, L.P.
Dean’s Seafood Grill & Bar to Host Thanksgiving Dinner Nov. 28
Rocky Top Hospitality’s Cary Restaurant Serves Up Southern Hospitality with Classic Thanksgiving Buffet - November 07, 2013 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Ed Bolian Enjoys Blue Donkey Iced Coffee on "Cannonball Run" Speed Record
Blue Donkey Iced Coffee, an Atlanta business known for their all natural iced coffee drink, provided bottles and sponsored Ed Bolian of Lamborghini Atlanta on his U.S. coast-to-coast speed record. Ed drove across the entire United States in an impressive 28 hours and 50 minutes. Bolian and two friends got into a Mercedes-Benz CL55 and with an average speed of 98 mph, launched themselves from midtown Manhattan to Redondo Beach, California. - November 05, 2013 - Blue Donkey Coffee, Inc.
Al Dente, Regional Italian Cuisine in Washington D.C., Offers New Lunch Tasting Menu and Brunch
A regional Italian restaurant in the Wesley Heights section of Washington D.C. is now offering a Lunch Tasting and Brunch menu. Learn more about Chef Roberto and sample his creations at Al Dente. He was named Esquire Magazine’s Chef of the Year in 2012. - November 01, 2013 - Al Dente
Tampa Based Musictini, the Ultra Cool Lounge Bar, Launched a Crowdfunding Campaign to Raise $100,000.00
Musictini.com, is raising $100,000.00 to help take the company and concept public. - October 31, 2013 - Musictini
XOWi and Ordr.in Partner to Launch Food Ordering on Wearable Voice Technology
XOWi Inc., a McLean, VA based Wearable and Ubiquitous Technology company today announced a partnership with Ordr.in, the world's only restaurant ecommerce ordering platform for restaurants and publishers, to power the XOWi Voice Badge's food ordering capabilities. By integrating with Ordr.in, XOWi... - October 29, 2013 - XOWi
Concord Chocolate Factory to Add 40 Jobs
Rachel Dunn Chocolates, located in Concord, CA is using a unique approach to finding the best talent for their holiday job search. Interested applicants can apply by submitting a brief YouTube video talking about why they would be great for this sweet opportunity. Learn more at www.RachelDunnChocolates.com (Select Talent Search from the title menu.) - October 29, 2013 - Rachel Dunn Chocolates
Halloween at Mcfadden's Addison - Four Full Night's of Freaky Festivities Coming for You!
Ghosts, ghouls, zombies, vampires, booze, cash, prizes, and so much fun! Here's your opportunity to celebrate Halloween with superheroes, villains, and your favorite Hollywood stars! - October 24, 2013 - McFadden's Addison
Hot Bambú Charcoal – Sustainable Grilling
Maya Bamboo, makers of Hot Bambú charcoal, bring a sustainable choice in the grilling market with a charcoal that has no chemicals, fillers, or trees. The world’s consumption of grilling charcoal, made from wood, leads to clear-cutting, loss of natural resources, and soil erosion in... - October 22, 2013 - Maya Bamboo
Oye Crepes Announces New, Healthier Fast Food Effort
Peacock Spice Company announced the launch of their new, healthier fast food chain, Oye Crepes. The restaurant will feature fresh custom sweet and savory crepes, waffles, paninis, rice bowls and drinks. “Crepes are a perennial favorite anytime food in Europe, where they can be bought hot off... - October 20, 2013 - Oye Crepes
The Daily Planet Café Hosts Halloween-Themed Dinner Oct. 30
Rocky Top Hospitality’s Downtown Raleigh Restaurant to Host a Zombie, Vampire and Witch Dinner for Halloween Enthusiasts. - October 19, 2013 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Carolina Wing Company Celebrates Halloween with Spooky Specials and Live Entertainment
Community Invited to Family-Friendly Event Featuring Live Entertainment, Free Meals for Trick-or-Treaters, Food and Drink Specials and More - October 19, 2013 - Carolina Wing Company
Kengho Lewis Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Kengho Lewis of Fredericksburg, Virginia has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of food management. About Kengho Lewis Ms. Lewis is the Manager of McDonald’s fast food restaurant in... - October 17, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
U.S. Pizza Team Gains New Members in Culinary and Acrobatics for the World Pizza Championships in Parma, Italy
Several first-time USPT competitors gain a spot on the team and an all-expense-paid trip to Italy. - October 17, 2013 - PMQ Pizza Magazine
Stash Tea Introduces New Holiday Teas
Stash Tea has added two unique new blends to its popular line of Holiday teas. Maple Apple Cider and Christmas in Paris are the new additions – artfully blended and created with pure, natural ingredients for delicious, festive blends that celebrate the season. Maple Apple Cider: This herbal... - October 16, 2013 - Stash Tea
Stash Tea Offers a Bed & Breakfast Free Night Stay Promotion
For a relaxing getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Stash Tea has partnered with hundreds of Bed & Breakfast Inns throughout the United States and Canada to offer a free night stay certificate (with the purchase of one consecutive night) at participating Inns. Enjoy your... - October 16, 2013 - Stash Tea
Taco Bueno Celebrates Grand Opening of Prosper, TX Restaurant
In celebration of Taco Bueno’s new location opening in Prosper, Texas, the restaurant will be giving away free Tex-Mex platters for a year to the first 50 customers in line on Tuesday, October 15. Located at 4385 East University, the restaurant will officially open at 9:00 AM following a... - October 12, 2013 - Taco Bueno
Rocky Top Hospitality Celebrates Twisted Fork 10 Year Anniversary with Reinvented Menu and Dining Concept
Local Restaurant Company Reopens Longstanding North Raleigh Restaurant, Celebrates a Decade of Deliciousness with a New Focus on Fresh and Fun. - October 12, 2013 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Snowdonia, Astoria's Newest Craft Beer Bar and Gastropub, Has Its Grand Opening Saturday October 12th
Snowdonia, the newest gastropub and craft beer bar to come to Queens calls South Astoria its home, and already has the neighborhood gushing. Its Grand opening is Saturday, October 12th, 2013, with happy hour and late-night specials peppering the already-outstanding menu. - October 09, 2013 - Snowdonia Gastropub
Dean’s Seafood Grill & Bar Wins Two 2013 Diamond Awards from Cary Living Magazine
Rocky Top Hospitality’s Cary Restaurant Receives Honors for Best Place for a Date Night, Best Wait Staff - October 06, 2013 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Twisted Martini Bar & Grill of Clearwater, FL Announces Grand Opening Celebration Throughout the Month of October
Twisted Martini Bar & Grill of Clearwater, FL celebrates its grand opening every weekend in October 2013, with live bands, DJs and valet parking. Twisted Martini Grill has a simple yet sophisticated menu set in an upscale atmosphere. The patio bar has a touch of the beach inside. Twisted Martini Grill hosts a dance club showcasing DJs and live bands. www.twistedmartinigrill.com - October 05, 2013 - Twisted Martini Bar & Grill
Grimaldi's Pizzeria Raises $70,000 for No Kid Hungry® Campaign to End Childhood Hunger in the U.S.
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, thanks its employees and patrons for rallying around Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry® campaign this September, and helping them to raise $70,000 to help connect every child in America to the food they need, every day. The restaurant offered guests the option... - October 04, 2013 - Grimaldi's Pizzeria