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Big Bite Chicago: Inside the NRA
NRA 2013: Gibby Dog
In 2006, Canadian Bruce Gibson and his family opened a concession trailer specializing in fresh cut fries. To set themselves ...
Joy Robertson
News & Opinion
Transition Relief Welcomed by Restaurant Industry
The U.S. Department of Treasury has announced that employers will be given an additional year before mandatory reporting requirements under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) begin.
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Big Bite Chicago: Inside the NRA
NRA 2013: Belles Organics
North Georgia's Belles Organics makes the only certified organic ready-to-drink cocktail on the market. Themed around real life southern ...
Joy Robertson
News & Opinion
Are We Eating Out More? NRA Says Yes!
The National Restaurant Association says that customer traffic levels are up--with its Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) hitting a 14-month high in May.
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Big Bite Chicago: Inside the NRA
NRA 2013: Specialty Food Association
The Specialty Food Association is a not-for-profit trade association that represents over 3,000 manufacturers. Several members exhibited in the ...
Joy Robertson
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Big Bite Chicago: Inside the NRA
NRA 2013: Ubons
Ubons Barbecue, the barbeque of Yazoo, Mississippi has a new product in its arsenal: Ubons BBQ Bloody Mary Mix. For ...
Joy Robertson
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Big Bite Chicago: Inside the NRA
NRA 2013: Tanka Bar
Buffalo and cranberry may not be your typical go-to flavor duo, but the Lakota Indians who developed the combination sure ...
Joy Robertson
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Big Bite Chicago: Inside the NRA
NRA 2013: VinEdge
Radiation Oncologist Tim Dziuk and his wife love wine--but hate pouring out stale wine left in opened bottles. As a ...
Joy Robertson
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Big Bite Chicago: Inside the NRA
NRA 2013: Grillbot
Ethan Woods grew tired of cleaning his grill. He fashioned a handheld grill cleaner using a brush and power drill ...
Joy Robertson
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Big Bite Chicago: Inside the NRA
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.
Joy Robertson
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Big Bite Chicago: Inside the NRA
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.
Joy Robertson
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Big Bite Chicago: Inside the NRA
NRA 2013: Noble Color Party
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
News & Opinion
Orange Party for Hunger Awareness
A splash of color was seen in the food, the dress, and the decor at the Noble-hosted Orange Color Party, which helped to kick off the National Restaurant Association show for invitees--with a little extra ...
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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
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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
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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
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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
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
News & Opinion
Restaurant Operators Uncertain About the Economy
The National Restaurant Association’s Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) rose in November, 2012. However, November marked the second consecutive month in which the RPI stood below 100, which signifies contraction in the index of key ...
FoodChannel Editor
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Chicago Food Show Tradition to Continue
The National Restaurant Association (NRA) has announced that its annual Show will remain in Chicago through 2021. The NRA signed a new five-year agreement to keep the restaurant and hospitality industry’s largest trade show ...
FoodChannel Editor
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Restaurant Operators Optimistic
The National Restaurant Association has reported a "positive outlook" for the industry, based on its Performance Index (RPI). April represented the sixth consecutive month that the RPI stood above 100, which the group says signifies ...
FoodChannel Editor
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Jennifer Martucci with SmartCellar
Electronics at your table are all the rage these days. When we first discovered how popular it was becoming, we tracked down one of the companies at the National Restaurant Association show.
Christen Nehmer
News & Opinion
Jodi Berg with Vitamix
Juicers are big these days, as people watch their diets and incorporate more nutrients into their lives. Those who live gluten-free, for example, find products such as the VitaMix helpful.
Christen Nehmer
News & Opinion
Carlos Hart with Elkan Wine
What caught our attention? Wine . . .in a can!
Christen Nehmer
News & Opinion
Highlights from the National Restaurant Association Show
The 93rd National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show and 5th annual International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event has reported growth in both attendee and exhibitor numbers. This year’s event attracted 61,000+ registrants from all ...
FoodChannel Editor
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Margarita Color Party Right on Trend
Margarita was the color of choice and the theme for a party that helped to kick off activities surrounding the National Restaurant Association's annual conference for the food industry. See why it's right ...
FoodChannel Editor
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Noble Color Party in Review
Want to see the fun of the Margarita Color Party? Just let the slide show play or click on the button at the bottom right to enlarge it to full screen. This is an event ...
FoodChannel Editor
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2012 Trends for Restaurant Operators
What are the current trends for restaurant operators? As part of The National Restaurant Association’s 2012 Restaurant Industry Forecast, some trends were identified that might interest both the restaurant owners and their customers ...
FoodChannel Editor
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Yelp Versus the Restaurateur
A debate was showcased at the 2011 National Restaurant Association’s session: Are Online Reviews a Good or Bad Thing? Billed as a discussion about how restaurants’ online presence can either help, or hinder, their ...
Kay Logsdon
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Kevin Zraly
He's known as the "It" guy when it comes to wine. He knows wine, loves wine, and loves teaching what he knows. Kevin Zraly served as the Wine Director for Windows on the World ...
Christen Nehmer
News & Opinion
PRO Chat: Skip Sack
Burton M. “Skip” Sack was the National Restaurant Association’s Chairman for the 2004-2005 term and currently serves on its board.
