The Grand Floridian Cafe now has a confirmed closing date. Hours posted to the Walt Disney World website show the restaurant going dark beginning July 20, 2026, locking in the start of the lengthy refurbishment we first reported back in March. The closure runs through the end of October, with a reopening expected in November. […]
Over the last several years, there has been a significant increase in class action lawsuits filed against New York hospitality employers claiming they failed to pay their employees Uniform Maintenance Pay required by the New York Hospitality Wage Order (the Wage Order). Failure to properly pay required Uniform Maintenance Pay can expose employers to wage-and-hour class action claims and…
The Tales of the Cocktail Foundation, celebrating its 24th year, will reveal this year's winners on July 23 during its annual gathering in New Orleans.
Practical solutions matter. The operators finding success right now are not necessarily the ones making sweeping changes. Instead, they are the operators learning how to maximize the ingredients, labor, and systems they already have in place.
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The Houston event will feature food, drinks, live music, cookbook signings, and appearances from some of the country's most acclaimed culinary talent.
Masa and fresh seafood take center stage on Holbox's menu.
Hidden inside Nekajui Peninsula Papagayo, its menu explores Costa Rica one region at a time — from Guanacaste's tamarind and chiles to Tarrazú's coffee and cacao.
Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has retained its one MICHELIN Star in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide Florida, making it three consecutive years the restaurant has held the honor. The 2026 announcement arrived via a digital release on May 28, 2026, and this year was the first time the Florida guide […]
Make sure your next beer comes with a complimentary pizza.
For nearly four decades, Herb Karlitz has built a career around that idea. Through carefully designed culinary experiences, Karlitz and his team have helped chefs, restaurateurs, brands and nonprofits work together in ways that benefit both the industry and the communities it serves.
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Though the mainstream media has largely moved on from reporting about U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“ICE”) activities as of late, ICE most certainly has not moved on from seeking to hold employers accountable for Form I-9 compliance.
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Ice cream shops across the country are adding new flavors to this nostalgic treat.
Presented by the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation, the annual awards will narrow the field to four finalists in June before winners are crowned in New Orleans this July.
Researchers say pizza chains still have one major advantage over frozen pies: hot food delivered fast.
For decades, the industry treated kids’ menus as an afterthought—typically a black-and-white sheet with crayons and a handful of predictable menu items. That approach no longer aligns with modern expectations. Today’s children are digital natives, accustomed to interactive, immersive experiences...
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NADC Burger, co-founded by Neen Williams and chef Phillip Frankland Lee, opens its Las Vegas location, bringing gourmet Wagyu burgers to the Strip.
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A pay-what-you-can restaurant movement is going global this summer.
Discover The Wise Ox, a butcher and sandwich shop by TRUST Restaurant Group, opening in Las Vegas this winter with premium meats and sustainable practices.
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Chef Ernie Brown is appointed area director of culinary operations at Saint John's Resort and The Inn at Stonecliffe, elevating dining experiences.
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Customers can customize the drink with lemonade, coconut milk, or water, along with their preferred caffeine level.
Discover Aurelia at Castle Hill's reopening with new Chef Quentin Diez and Forbes Five-Star acclaim, featuring refined New England cuisine.
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A 2025 IFIC survey found 35% of consumers increased protein intake last year, a demand now driving protein drinks at coffee chains nationwide.
Designed by New York–based Susan Alexandra, each of the styles corresponds to a specific McCafé refresher or crafted soda debuting May 6.
Terranea Resort appoints Jason Benavente as chef de cuisine at bashi, set to elevate its Asian-inspired culinary offerings.
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Join Butcher & Thief for a special Mother's Day brunch debuting on May 10, featuring elevated classics and unique dishes in Las Vegas.
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Discover Discourse Coffee's new location in Chicago's Fulton Market. Explore inventive beverages and a unique café experience.
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Outdoor dining in New York City is returning to the streets for another season as the city’s Dining Out NYC roadway program officially reopened this month, allowing restaurants across the five boroughs to once again expand their footprint into curbside lanes and outdoor spaces.
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One of the biggest mistakes restaurant owners make is overspeding by purchasing fully built, traditional booth seating without exploring alternative solutions. Standard restaurant furniture can range anywhere from...
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Split between crafted sodas and caffeinated refreshers, the drinks introduce mix-ins like blue raspberry syrup, dragon fruit, and strawberry popping boba.
After years of crisis, one Minneapolis restaurant reimagined its business model to prioritize access, equity, and community — and is finding unexpected success.