After a July fire tore through two historic buildings in downtown Madison, real estate developer, restaurateur and historic preservationist Preston Snyder is leading a recovery effort to revitalize the community. On Sunday, July 13, the blaze gutted Snyder’s downtown restaurant, Betty Gene’s, named after his late mother, along with the offices of his two companies, MAD … [Read more...] about From Ashes to Action: MAD Hospitality Founder Leads Comeback After Devastating Fire
From Ashes to Action: MAD Hospitality Founder Leads Comeback After Devastating Fire
Mellow Mushroom to Reopen Decatur Location as Flagship This Fall
Mellow Mushroom announced that its Decatur location, which is currently closed for renovations, will reopen this fall as a flagship store, with a new exterior and interior design. New features will include murals from local artist Ben Janik, refreshed bar and patio areas and a new dedicated to-go window. Mellow Mushroom, which was founded in Atlanta, has been … [Read more...] about Mellow Mushroom to Reopen Decatur Location as Flagship This Fall
Flexi-Drinking: Drinking with Intention
Cocktails, made with spirits, a mixer and generally topped with a garnish, have been the bedrock of American bar service revenue since the early 1800’s. They became very fashionable in the 1950’s, when the concept of ‘cocktail hour,’ during which people were encouraged to have drinks before dinner, gained popularity. Cocktail hour gave way to the very popular and profitable … [Read more...] about Flexi-Drinking: Drinking with Intention
Tacos & Tequilas Mexican Grill Will Reopen Ponce Location in Early 2026
Tacos & Tequilas Mexican Grill on Ponce De Leon Ave in Atlanta, a member of the La Bonanza Hospitality Group, will reopen in late 2025 or early 2026 following extensive renovations. The restaurant is currently closed on a temporary basis, following a kitchen hood fire that occurred in the early morning hours of June 1. La Bonanza has shared that the restaurant’s … [Read more...] about Tacos & Tequilas Mexican Grill Will Reopen Ponce Location in Early 2026
Chef Shaun Doty to Lead the Kitchen at Barnsley Resort’s New Restaurant Jules
Barnsley Resort in Adairsville has announced the appointment of Shaun Doty as Executive Chef for its new Southern-inspired restaurant, Jules. The restaurant will debut in late summer with a menu that draws inspiration from Southern traditions, Japanese cooking styles and European refinement. The dinner-only establishment represents the 3000-acre resort’s greatest culinary … [Read more...] about Chef Shaun Doty to Lead the Kitchen at Barnsley Resort’s New Restaurant Jules
