In the age of self-promotion and hype generation, when resources like Canva, Wix and AI are readily available and everyone has direct access to media channels via social platforms, it’s easy enough for a chef or restauranteur to believe that they can do it all. The idea of saving money by bypassing professional services such as marketing, design, writing or public relations can … [Read more...] about Successful Restaurants Have a Publicist. Here’s Why
Successful Restaurants Have a Publicist. Here’s Why
Protein Pioneer Howard Halpern Passes Away
Howard Halpern, founder of Buckhead Beef and Halpern’s Steak and Seafood, died on November 20 at the age of 85. Mourned by the industry and the companies he founded, Halpern will be remembered for his contributions to the Georgia food service community. “While we mourn his loss, we also take this moment to celebrate Howard’s significant role in our history and the enduring … [Read more...] about Protein Pioneer Howard Halpern Passes Away
Chefs Share Secrets to Take the Stress Out of Holiday Hosting
Not everyone is a chef, and let’s face it: preparing meals for groups, especially during the holiday season, can make even the most organized of us into a ball of nerves. In fact, three out of four Americans say they’re stressed about holiday hosting, according to a poll conducted by OnePoll. To make it less stressful, Georgia chefs have shared some insider tips and … [Read more...] about Chefs Share Secrets to Take the Stress Out of Holiday Hosting
New Cummings Restaurant YAVA Kitchen and Brewhouse to Open in Early 2026
Cumming residents can soon dine at the brand new YAVA Kitchen and Brewhouse on Market Place Blvd., as the 8,000-square-foot space is set to debut in early 2026. The restaurant is the latest concept from Blue Orbit Restaurant Consulting, the Atlanta-based hospitality consulting group, known for guiding concepts such as Nine Mile Station, Skyline Park and Bottles and Bones, which … [Read more...] about New Cummings Restaurant YAVA Kitchen and Brewhouse to Open in Early 2026
Airport Restaurants: Where Hospitality Meets Logistics
At airport security, a chef sets down a ten-pound bag of locally-made sausage on the TSA conveyor belt. "I got it from a guy at the farmers market. I wanted to run a special," recalls Chef Duane Nutter, former executive chef of One Flew South at Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. "The first few times I did it, the agents were confused." This story … [Read more...] about Airport Restaurants: Where Hospitality Meets Logistics
