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August 21, 2014
Spiaggia, Reimagined
Three decades after opening its doors on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, where Oak Street meets the lake, award-winning chef Tony Mantuano's legendary fine dining restaurant, Spiaggia, completed its first major refresh.
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Restaurant Chain Development News
A number of chains continue to grow via franchising, with notable announcements coming from Coconuts Fish Café, Farrell’s Ice Cream Parlour and Lo-Lo’s Chicken and Waffles.
Panda Express Unveils New Innovation Kitchen
Chinese-American QSR leader Panda Express, with more than 1,700 units, opened a new concept store in Pasadena, Calif. in July called Panda Express Innovation Kitchen.
Free Webcast: Project Management 101
In this hour-long webcast a panel of restaurant development professionals will share their experiences and expertise about successfully managing projects from concept to completion.
Q&A: Dan Stevens, Multi-Unit Houlihan’s Franchisee
Multi-unit Houlihan’s franchisee owner Dan Stevens, owner of Stevens Management and Consulting, has mixed his passions for the hotel and restaurant industries by bringing Houlihan’s to a hotel setting.
Restaurant Development Professionals on the Move
Companies making personnel news this month include Aria Group Architects, Blue Leaf Hospitality, Newk’s and Project Pie, among others.
Peet’s Coffee & Tea Crafts a Fresh Look at San Francisco Flagship
Peet’s Coffee & Tea is one of those brands that nurture strong emotional connections with their fans — in the case of Peet’s, called Peetnicks. It’s quirky, quality-focused, eclectic and has always had decidedly nonchain sensibilities. Its new design honors those characteristics.
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