Buckhead Village recently welcomed the addition of PLANTA Queen, the second location in Atlanta for the restaurant. Founded by CEO Steven Salm and Executive Chef David Lee in 2016 to expand the accessibility and acceptability of plant-based dining, PLANTA has locations throughout the U.S. PLANTA offers an elevated plant-based dining experience with a focus on … [Read more...] about PLANTA Queen Opens Second Location in Atlanta
PLANTA Queen Opens Second Location in Atlanta
Roswell Junction: New Food Hall Coming to Roswell
Roswell Junction, a Food Hall concept featuring a mix of amenities and experiences will soon be coming to Roswell. Slated for completion in June, Roswell Junction is located on the site of the former Atlanta Street Baptist Church. By incorporating Roswell Junction's design into the historic facility's campus, the venue gives a new purpose to a local landmark. The food hall … [Read more...] about Roswell Junction: New Food Hall Coming to Roswell
Robby Kukler Receives GRACE Lifetime Achievement Award
Since they opened their first concept, South City Kitchen, in 1993, Fifth Group Restaurants has put many beloved and respected restaurants on Atlanta's culinary map and launched numerous chefs and front-of-house employees on a successful career path of their own. For co-founder Robby Kukler, creating and operating Fifth Group has fulfilled a lifelong dream. "Since I was … [Read more...] about Robby Kukler Receives GRACE Lifetime Achievement Award
Big Table Restaurants Names Donald Gale as Director of Culinary
Big Table Restaurants, the company that owns Atlanta-area restaurants HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern (Brookhaven, Dunwoody, Atlantic Station, Halcyon in Alpharetta and Vinings), Cattle Shed Wine & Steak Bar in Alpharetta and Big Table Events & Catering, has selected Donald Gale as its new director of culinary. “With more than three decades of experience, Donnie has … [Read more...] about Big Table Restaurants Names Donald Gale as Director of Culinary
AI for HR
How artificial intelligence is changing the way restaurants hire and manage employees By Daniel McCoy The restaurant industry is known for its fast-paced environment, high turnover rates and being open to embracing new ideas. In recent years, the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in human resources (HR) has brought about significant changes, streamlined processes, … [Read more...] about AI for HR
2023 GRACE Awards Winners
On Nov. 30, the Georgia Restaurant Association (GRA) held its annual Georgia Restaurant Association Crystal of Excellence (GRACE) Awards Gala at the Georgia Aquarium. The event honors those who have made outstanding contributions to Georgia’s restaurant industry and saw winners in the following categories: … [Read more...] about 2023 GRACE Awards Winners
Q&A with Michel Arnette: A 20-Year Culinary Journey in Brookhaven
By Haley Harward In the bubble of Brookhaven, the dining scene bears the indelible mark of Michel Arnette, a seasoned veteran in the restaurant industry and owner of Word of Mouth Restaurants. With a career dating back to the age of 15, when he first donned an apron as a Shoney’s busboy in his hometown of Montgomery, Ala., Arnette’s journey in the restaurant industry is one … [Read more...] about Q&A with Michel Arnette: A 20-Year Culinary Journey in Brookhaven
Kevin Gillespie to Bring Back Hired Guns Dinner Series in 2024
Chef and owner Kevin Gillespie and the Gunshow team are gearing up for the return of the popular Hired Guns dinner series in 2024. … [Read more...] about Kevin Gillespie to Bring Back Hired Guns Dinner Series in 2024
