Thirty years ago, a North Carolina native with a serious burrito obsession brought a taste of fresh, California-style Mexican fare to Atlanta, and he has spiced up the city’s food scene ever since. On May 20, Willy’s Mexicana Grill celebrated three decades in business, and to commemorate the occasion, all 27 restaurant locations invite guests to celebrate all summer with … [Read more...] about Willy’s Mexicana Grill Turns 30
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Taco Mac Announces Closure of Original Virginia-Highlands Location
Taco Mac announced the closure of its original location in Atlanta’s Virginia-Highlands neighborhood on May 12, after operating there since 1979. The closure comes as the company continues to focus on growth across the Southeast. Several weeks later, the company’s Midtown location on Peachtree St. also abruptly closed its doors. “We are incredibly proud of what began in … [Read more...] about Taco Mac Announces Closure of Original Virginia-Highlands Location
Two Popular Restaurants Open Second Locations OTP
Atlanta’s cult-favorite smash burger spot NFA Burger will officially open the doors to its second location on May 15, in Alpharetta’s Avalon development. Building on the popularity of its original 100-square foot location in a Dunwoody Chevron, NFA will stay true to its roots while making the most of its new space. Founder Billy Kramer plans to bring along the signature counter … [Read more...] about Two Popular Restaurants Open Second Locations OTP
2025 Rising Stars Announced – See Who Made the List
Each year, Restaurant Informer invites the hospitality community to nominate outstanding individuals they would like to recognize as Rising Stars. Nominations were submitted over a 30-day period this spring. This year delivered yet another outstanding group of nominations, with quite a few talented professionals that made the selection process very difficult. Rising Stars … [Read more...] about 2025 Rising Stars Announced – See Who Made the List
Gwinnett’s Berkmar High School to Compete for National Culinary Honors and Scholarships
At the 2025 National ProStart Invitational (NPSI), to be held May 2-4 in Baltimore, the culinary and management teams from Berkmar High School in Gwinnett County will join nearly 400 students on 92 other teams to test their skills in front of culinary and food-service business leaders and industry judges. The three-day event will feature an opening ceremony, two days of intense … [Read more...] about Gwinnett’s Berkmar High School to Compete for National Culinary Honors and Scholarships
MAD Hospitality Names Troy N. Thompson as Executive Chef
Chef Troy N. Thompson has been named executive chef for MAD Hospitality, the Madison, Ga.-based hospitality company. Chef Thompson is returning to Georgia, where his career first began, to oversee MAD Hospitality's collection of chef-driven concepts, including The Dining Room, Hart & Crown Tavern, Betty Gene's, The Sinclair, and Buggy Works. He will collaborate with … [Read more...] about MAD Hospitality Names Troy N. Thompson as Executive Chef
Asian-American Heritage Honored at Sweet Auburn Barbecue Event
On Wednesday, May 14, Sweet Auburn Barbecue will shut down N. Highland Ave. and fire things up for the first-ever Good Luck Smokeshow, a one-night tasting event honoring Asian American stories, flavors and firepower. Timed to coincide with AAPI Heritage Month, this outdoor celebration brings together acclaimed chefs from across the country to throw down in Atlanta with food, … [Read more...] about Asian-American Heritage Honored at Sweet Auburn Barbecue Event
Atlanta Dames Present Annual “Dinner and a Movie” Event
What better way to spend an evening than to enjoy dinner and a movie with friends? Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI) Atlanta Chapter provides an opportunity to do just that at its most popular annual event, Dinner and a Movie, to be held on Tuesday, April 15 at 6:30 p.m. Hosted at the scenic River Landing in Roswell, this year’s gathering features a curated … [Read more...] about Atlanta Dames Present Annual “Dinner and a Movie” Event
