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This spring, a new restaurant called {S}table will open within Funwoody, the mixed-use development at Dunwoody Village on Dunwoody Village Parkway. Slated to open in early spring, the concept will serve Southern comfort favorites with a lighter touch, alongside regional spirits and an all-American wine list. The restaurant was developed by restaurateur David Abes, founder … [Read more...] about Southern Comfort Food Comes to Funwoody Development this Spring

Zunzi’s and Zunzibar announce Tony Edgerton as president, marking a continued focus on purposeful growth and brand evolution for the Savannah-born hospitality brand. Edgerton brings more than 20 years of hospitality experience and a track record of building experience-driven brands to the role. His career spans some of New York’s most iconic dining and hospitality … [Read more...] about Zunzibar Appoints Tony Edgerton President to Lead Next Phase of Brand Evolution

Executive Chef Axel Torres of Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta earned the Certified Executive Chef (CEC) designation from the American Culinary Federation (ACF), the highest and most rigorous certification awarded to culinary leaders in the United States. Recognized as the gold standard in professional chef credentialing, the CEC designation is achieved by only a small percentage … [Read more...] about Chef Axel Torres Earns Prestigious Certified Executive Chef Designation

Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead has announced the appointment of Chef Todd Richards as Executive Chef. Richards will oversee all culinary operations at the Forbes 4-star hotel, including the property’s on-site restaurant Brassica, signature tea service, in-room dining and banquets. Richards, a celebrated Atlanta-based chef, award-winning author and two-time James Beard Award … [Read more...] about Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead Names Todd Richards Executive Chef

Great news for restaurants! Consumer spending on restaurant fare has continued to edge upward, despite ongoing inflation, workforce challenges and the looming effects of tariffs. Projections from the National Restaurant Association indicate that food service industry sales will reach $1.5 trillion in 2025, which is encouraging news for operators. Yet, beneath this resilient … [Read more...] about What is the Financial Outlook for Restaurants in 2026?

Paradies Lagardère, a leading North American airport restaurateur and retailer, will introduce a slate of high-profile restaurant brands across major U.S. airports beginning spring 2026, including at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. The openings reflect the company’s goal to deliver memorable, sense-of-place dining experiences that highlight local partners, … [Read more...] about Paradies Lagardère Announces New Local Dining Options at Hartsfield-Jackson in 2026

Ikara, a fine dining Indian restaurant, will open inside the Twelve Midtown Hotel at Atlantic Station this winter, bringing an elevated expression of Indian dining to Atlanta. The restaurant’s menu will blend regional authenticity—offering dishes from the Bihar, Kashmir, Goa, Rajasthan, Kerala and Himachal regions of India—with modern technique. Chef Yugal Sharma, … [Read more...] about Ikara Indian Fine Dining Wows with Beautiful Design Plans

Brasserie Margot and Bar Margot have appointed Chef Christophe Truchet as Chef de Cuisine, overseeing the culinary program for both concepts. A native of France with a foundation in classical French cuisine and experience spanning Michelin-starred restaurants and luxury hotels around the world, Truchet brings a thoughtful, disciplined approach that aligns naturally with the … [Read more...] about Brasserie Margot and Bar Margot Name Christophe Truchet Chef de Cuisine