Milan native Riccardo Ullio has made a name for himself in Atlanta’s restaurant scene, but he didn’t start out intending to be a chef. He had his eye set on engineering, with an undergrad degree from Georgia Tech in Civil Engineering and a master’s in Environmental Engineering. To support himself in school, he worked in restaurants — and the bug bit him. He opened … [Read more...] about Riccardo Ullio: From Engineer to Chef
Davio’s Honored by Buckhead Business Association
The Buckhead Business Association (BBA) has named Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse, located in Phipps Plaza, as Buckhead Business of the Year. The award was presented at the Buckhead Business Association’s recent Annual Luncheon. Davio’s was among five finalists chosen by the BBA, each of which were honored for filling a niche in the market, showcasing excellent … [Read more...] about Davio’s Honored by Buckhead Business Association
Buffalo’s Café Acquired by Franchise Development Subsidiary
Fog Cutter Capital Group Inc’s franchise development subsidiary has acquired Buffalo’s Café. The 26-unit casual dining chain has locations in Georgia, Texas, Florida, North Carolina and Indiana, as well as five restaurants in Kuwait and one in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Buffalo’s Café is a 100% franchise organization similar to Fog Cutter’s other restaurant subsidiary, … [Read more...] about Buffalo’s Café Acquired by Franchise Development Subsidiary
Little Alley Steak Opens Late February 2012
Roswell restaurateurs Hicham Azhari and Fikret Kovac plan to open Little Alley Steak, their newest dining destination in historic Roswell, in late February. Little Alley Steak will be an all-American butcher-inspired neighborhood steakhouse. Executive Chef Bob McDonough will oversee the kitchen. Azhari and Kovac also own two other Roswell eateries, INC. Street Food and Salt … [Read more...] about Little Alley Steak Opens Late February 2012
Shepherd Center is Beneficiary of JCT. Bar Fundraiser
JCT. Bar recently hosted a fundraiser with Betty and Billy Hulse, the makers of Cobbie’s Sauce, to benefit the Shepherd Center. JCT. Bar sold orders of pork sliders with Cobbie’s Sauce, with the proceeds going to the private non-profit hospital that specializes in medical treatment, research and rehabilitation for people with spinal cord and brain injuries. The Hulses … [Read more...] about Shepherd Center is Beneficiary of JCT. Bar Fundraiser
