By Jennifer Hill Booker The threat of tariffs on imported goods has sent a ripple of uncertainty through the U.S. economy. With an on-again/ off-again trade war, it’s difficult to know what items will be subject to a tariff next week, much less next month. Restaurants are feeling this instability as keenly as any other business, and industry leaders are starting to talk … [Read more...] about Sweeping Tariffs Create Confusion for the Restaurant Industry
Sweeping Tariffs Create Confusion for the Restaurant Industry
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
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Authentic Flavors from Contigo®
As Cinco de Mayo approaches, it's the perfect opportunity to dive into the exclusive offerings within Performance Foodservice's exclusive brand portfolio, Contigo. The Contigo brand features a wide range of Hispanic ingredients that can elevate any festive menu. From flavorful proteins and fresh avocados to vibrant vegetables and authentic cheeses, we provide everything needed … [Read more...] about Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Authentic Flavors from Contigo®
