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Jan. 7, 2013

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Simit + Smith aims to popularize Turkish bread

Growing chain introduced simit, a bagel-like bread, to New York City...More
Jan. 2, 2013

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Game meats flourish on restaurant menus

Meats such as elk, bison and venison are becoming increasingly popular at independent and chain restaurants...More
Dec. 17, 2012

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Fascinating fritters

Consumers discover the versatile Southern classic...More
Dec. 17, 2012

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Chefs play up texture

Nancy Kruse looks at the increase in crunchable items on menus...More
Dec. 17, 2012

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'Food Network Star' Justin Warner mixes high and low culture

Brooklyn, N.Y., chef blends upscale and ordinary in 'fine diving' items...More
Dec. 14, 2012

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Fried peanut butter and jelly sandwich

Pastry chef Zac Young fries a peanut butter and jelly sandwich at Treehouse Snack Bar at David Burke Kitchen in New York City...More
Dec. 13, 2012

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Positive review helps chef’s business boom

Gaurav Anand, owner of Moti Mahal Delux in New York City, says business is benefiting from a positive review in The New York Times...More
Dec. 10, 2012

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Restaurants promote indulgence, celebration for Mayan Apocalypse

Restaurants including T.G.I. Friday's are enticing customers to eat and drink with them like there's no tomorrow....More
Dec. 7, 2012

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Chawanmushi with local mushrooms

At Salt of the Earth restaurant in Pittsburgh, chef Kevin Sousa serves an umami-laden chawanmushi....More
Dec. 5, 2012

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Holiday party outlook good for restaurants

Restaurant operators are seeing an increase in bookings, money spent per person and other positive signs...More
Dec. 3, 2012

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The latest chefs on the move

Senior food editor Bret Thorn tracks the latest chefs on the move, including Clarence Van de Mark, Antonio Pisaniello and Jansen Chan...More
Nov. 29, 2012

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Chicken skin trends in restaurant dishes

Restaurants are using the crispy ingredient in a variety of dishes and cuisines...More
Nov. 28, 2012

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A lighter take on authentic Mexican cuisine

Chef and TV personality Joanna Weir made a cocktail that led to a restaurant...More
Nov. 21, 2012

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The Stand elevates comedy-club dining

The club pairs comedy with a menu developed by chef Seth Levine and creative cocktails...More
Nov. 21, 2012

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Meet Fine Dining Hall of Fame's class of 2012

This year’s inductees have weathered the downturn with different tactics. ...More
Nov. 21, 2012

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Fine Dining awards: Uchi

Tyson Cole puts a fresh spin on Japanese cuisine at Uchi in Austin, Texas...More
Nov. 21, 2012

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Fine Dining awards: McCrady's

McCrady’s is the oldest restaurant in Charleston, S.C., tracing its lineage back more than 200 years...More
Nov. 20, 2012

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Minibar reopens with more seats, new format

The concept from José Andrés now includes gold-leaf domed lighting and a disco-style restroom...More
Nov. 20, 2012

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Portola Coffee owners to launch tea bar concept

Seventh Tea Bar will use unique brewing methods to serve teas from around the world...More
Nov. 16, 2012

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How foodservice fared on local ballot measures

NRN takes a look at the results of relevant local initiatives from around the country...More
Nov. 12, 2012

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Dragon Ranch is bringing back moonshine

NRN speaks with president Arturo Gomez...More
Nov. 5, 2012

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America's Taco Shop plans national growth 1

Nation's Restaurant News speaks with co-founder Terry Bortin about the concept...More
Oct. 31, 2012

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Local ballot initiatives that could affect restaurants

NRN breaks down key measures...More
Oct. 25, 2012

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Fall vegetables flourish on restaurant chain menus

Kale and Brussel sprouts gain popularity this season...More
Oct. 22, 2012

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The latest chefs on the move

Senior food editor Bret Thorn tracks the latest chef moves...More

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