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NRA 2013: HearTV

Can't hear the game in that crowded sports bar? If the restaurant is enabled as a HearTV Zone, you ...

NRA 2013: VinEdge

Radiation Oncologist Tim Dziuk and his wife love wine--but hate pouring out stale wine left in opened bottles. As a ...

NRA 2013: Grillbot

Ethan Woods grew tired of cleaning his grill. He fashioned a handheld grill cleaner using a brush and power drill ...

NRA 2013: Lord Nut Levington

Sanjiv Patel grew tired of the boring snack aisle, and found a niche in nuts. He developed intense and unusual, but complementary, flavors that unfold in stages. Lord Nut Levington features flavors such as Thai Curry with Lemongrass and Bloody Mary with hints of celery.

NRA 2013: Port-A-Cool

Patio too hot for guests to sit outside? Forget wishing for cloud cover or moving inside when the Port-A-Cool can lower the ambient temperature by 30-degrees. The company showed off its new Cyclone at the National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago.

Noble hosted its 16th annual Color Party to kick off the National Restaurant Association Show. This year's color was orange, to help raise awareness of childhood hunger in America--and introduce friends and clients to Share our Strength's No Kid Hungry campaign.

Joy Robertson

Shows

Big Bite Chicago: Inside the NRA

NRA 2013: Gourmet Souffle'

Chef James Clary is famous for his souffle'. Now he's developed an instant souffle' mix, Gourmet Souffle', that will ...

Joy Robertson

Shows

Big Bite Chicago: Inside the NRA

NRA Chicago: Star of the Bar

Who's the Star of the Bar at NRA Chicago 2013? Watch master mixologists Steve Schneider of Employees Only New ...

Joy Robertson

Shows

Big Bite Chicago: Inside the NRA

NRA 2013: MOZO Shoes

Is it time for style in the kitchen? Sure, as long as you can bring comfort with it. The Food ...

Joy Robertson

Shows

Big Bite Chicago: Inside the NRA

NRA 2013: Cheers to the Smartender

Is the bartender busy? Not to worry! The Smartender’s got you covered. Smart Bar USA showed off its new ...

Joy Robertson

News & Opinion

The Liffey

One of the best things about travel is seeking out neighborhood shops and restaurants. It’s the most fun and interesting way to capture a taste of local cuisine. Then there’s the fun of ...

Joy Robertson

News & Opinion

Certified Angus Beef

Not all steaks are created equal. Or roasts. Or ribs. If the menu or label reads "Certified Angus Beef" you can rest assured that the meat is held to a higher standard--and traceable from gate ...

Joy Robertson

News & Opinion

Missouri Teen Chefs Hungry for National Title

It’s hard to imagine that beef spareribs and chocolate cake can changes lives--until you consider that the skill to cook them has the power to launch careers.

Joy Robertson

Trends

Emergen-C Cocktail

If you're feeling a bit under the weather, you might as well drink to your health--with an Emergen-C cocktail.

Joy Robertson

News & Opinion

Foodie Fashion for a Cause

If you can imagine setting food to music – like bold chocolate paired with bawdy big band – you’ll begin to appreciate what a night in Chicago might look like if you brought chefs, artists and ...

Joy Robertson

News & Opinion

Domino's Pizza Debuts New Look

For decades Domino’s Pizza customers may have eaten loads of pies, yet never set foot in the restaurant. Still, the chain known for its delivery claims that better than one in three customers stops ...

Joy Robertson

News & Opinion

Missouri Organic Iron Chef

If you think rural Midwestern farmers and their chef counterparts yield mostly down-home comfort food, think again. The Missouri Organic Association hosted an Iron Chef competition. I was fortunate to be asked to serve as ...