The Carolina Panthers’ Secret Weapon: Waffle House
Players see proximity to the popular 24-hour restaurant chain of the South as a home-field advantage. Read More
North Carolina Headlines
McDonald’s is more than a job to Currie
Currie is proof that one can make a career at the fast food chain. Read More
First things first: How this exec turned a job at a Chinese restaurant into a top post at Wells Fargo
"I was a hostess, and you sort of wore all kinds of hats when you did that. You just pitched in. I learned a lot from that job." Read More
Ice cream stand evolves into restaurant, career
Hula Girl Ice Cream and Grill came from humble beginnings. Read More
Cary High students advance to national culinary competition
The young chefs will represent North Carolina in championships at Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim, California. Read More
Is Asheville's restaurant market saturated?
One in seven jobs in Buncombe County is supported by the tourism industry, with an estimated 25 percent of those jobs in the food-and-beverage sector. Read More
Raleigh's Irregardless Cafe reaches a rare milestone
Cafe recognized by Raleigh Mayor for 30 years of "significant community service and demonstrated excellence." Read More
2015 Taste of North Carolina & the Stars of the Industry Awards
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A Food Sisterhood Flourishes in North Carolina
The pork chop theory is as good an explanation as any for what’s happening in North Carolina, where women dominate the best professional kitchens. Read More
SBA, National Restaurant Association promote 'DineSmall' on Small Business Saturday
The U.S. Small Business Administration and the National Restaurant Association are partnering to promote dining out on Small Business Saturday, the Saturday between Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Read More
Unfamiliar fish appearing soon on restaurant menus
Diners may soon spot some unfamiliar fish on restaurant menus across North Carolina, such as sheepshead, scup, ribbonfish and grunts. That may be the result of Pate Dawson Southern Foods, a North Carolina-based food distributor, making a big push Read More
N.C. Hospitality Education Foundation awards more than $117,000 in scholarships and grants
The N.C. Hospitality Education, the charitable arm of the N.C. Restaurant & Lodging Association, announced Nov. 4 that it has awarded more than $117,000 in scholarships and grants. The funds will go to students seeking a degree in the hospitality industry Read More
Thanksgiving/Holiday Fund: Food, dignity and hope for people in need
For most Americans, Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks, sit down to a special meal with their family, reflect on what life has given them, and maybe give something back. Read More
Calabash restaurants survive changes, fires
Deep in Brunswick County, there’s a fryer that never dies. Dubbed “The Seafood Capital of the World,” the close-knit and well-fed community of Calabash is home to roughly 2,000 residents and 32 restaurants. Read More
For NC restaurant workers, a menu of opportunities
Despite recent protests organized by national labor unions, the majority of restaurant workers are proud of their jobs and the opportunities they have to advance in a growing sector of the economy. Read More
Onslow Co. restaurant gives back to local teachers
Teacher pay was hit hard in North Carolina after last year's budget passed, but one Onslow County restaurant owner is trying to help.The White Oak River Bistro is giving back to educators through something called Family Night. Read More
Heart of the House: Heather Waters, LongHorn Steakhouse Managing Partner
Today’s blog comes to you via video and features Greenville, North Carolina, LongHorn Steakhouse Managing Partner Heather Waters. Heather started as a hostess during college. Read More
