November/December 2009

On November 15, the restaurant industry gathered at the third annual Georgia Restaurant Association Crystal of Excellence Awards Gala to recognize and pay tribute to the leaders who have made outstanding contributions to Georgia’s restaurant industry. This year’s GRACE Awards featured keynote speaker Virginia Willis.

The GRACE Awards, crystal works of art created by renowned local artist Hans-Godo Frabel, stand for excellence in the following five categories: Restaurateur of the Year, Industry Partner of the Year, Distinguished Service Award, Innovator Award and Lifetime Achievement Award. These awards show appreciation for our stars, the people devoted to our industry. On behalf of the Georgia Restaurant Association, congratulations to both the winners and the finalists.

Karen Bremer Wins GRACE Lifetime Achievement Award

Restaurateur of the Year: Hank Clark, Marlow ‘s Tavern

Distinguished Service Award: Patrick Cuccaro, Affairs to Remember Caterers

Innovator Award: Holly Elmore, Green Food service Alliance

Industry Partner of the Year: Jason Howell, Royal Cup Coffee

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3. Grace 2009 Lifetime Achievement Award
4. 3rd Annual GRACE Awards
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This entry was posted on Sunday, November 22nd, 2009 at 12:44 pm and is filed under Profiles.