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How Philippe Massoud paved the way for Lebanese fine dining in the U.S.

 By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 04, 2024

NYC’s ilili opened 15 years ago, inspired by a family’s culinary and hospitality legacy and the drive for an elevated restaurant experience.

Food

Outback Steakhouse innovates the menu by giving equal play to food and drink

 By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 07, 2023

Becky Boyd, Director of Menu Innovation & Strategy for parent company Bloomin’ Brands, talks about how she and her team are firing up R&D activity.

Operations

How Table 301's restaurants hit all the right notes in Greenville, S.C.

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 30, 2023

Founder Carl Sobocinski is joined by Chef Diego Campos to share how six unique concepts combined with heartfelt hospitality keep guests coming back.

Food

Local Kitchens' partnerships help existing restaurants grow and new ones start up

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 16, 2023

Co-founder Andrew Munday collaborates with chefs and small independents to offer unique dining experiences under one roof.

Food

The 'customer is chef' at Pepper Lunch, a growing fast casual with Japanese roots

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 09, 2023

CEO Troy Hooper describes how the concept differentiates itself in the Asian space through its authentic menu, service style and design.

Food

How Beatrix nails the all-day restaurant format with its chef-driven menu

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 02, 2023

With corporate chef Andrew Ashmore at the helm, the Lettuce Entertain You concept pulls in crowds for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Food

How Yia Vang became the leading voice for Hmong cuisine and culture

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 26, 2023

The chef-owner of Hmong Union Kitchen in Minneapolis tells the story about this food movement through his cooking, podcasts, TV shows and more.

Food

How Alon Shaya is bringing a family's culinary memories to life through 'Rescued Recipes'

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 19, 2023

The Israeli chef and restaurateur is partnering with the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum for a series of fundraising dinners across the country.

Food

Noodles know no boundaries with Nick Graff leading R&D at Noodles & Company

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 12, 2023

The executive chef and VP of culinary has accelerated innovation and taken the menu where it hasn’t ventured before.

Food

How Firebirds Wood Fired Grill stays ahead of the culinary curve with its polished casual menu

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 05, 2023

VP of Food & Beverage Steve Sturm is constantly evolving the menu, with several new initiatives coming just this year.

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