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The late chef Michael Chiarello's estate files lawsuit to prevent alleged hostile takeover of assets by investors

 By Lisa Jennings on Jul. 17, 2025

The famed restaurateur died suddenly in 2023. Now his estate is in a messy battle with minority stakeholders who say they are acting to carry forward Chiarello's visions.

Leadership

José Andrés receives the U.S. Presidential Medal of Freedom

 By Peter Romeo on Jan. 06, 2025

The nation's top civilian honor was awarded to the chef in recognition of his efforts to feed individuals in crisis situations—and for introducing tapas to the American mainstream.

Operations

Steal this idea: Summer weekends off

By Lisa Jennings on Oct. 16, 2024

Canlis restaurant in Seattle tried it and loved it. The cost was a small price to pay for the staff and community goodwill it generated, owners say.

Leadership

The Alinea Group's new co-owner is named its first-ever CEO

By Lisa Jennings on Oct. 16, 2024

Former co-owner Nick Kokonas sold his stake to a group of investors led by tech entrepreneur Jason Weingarten. Now as CEO, Weingarten plans to lead the fine-dining restaurant and bar brands into uncharted territory.

Emerging Brands

A pioneer of NYC's fine-dining scene, Nick Valenti is at it again

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 12, 2024

The former CEO of Patina and Restaurant Associates is opening restaurants again, starting with an Italian place near Orlando.

Financing

NYC's Gotham Restaurant files for bankruptcy protection

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 25, 2024

The Chapter 11 filing indicates the once-acclaimed restaurant's financial problems go deeper than having lost $45,000 to online scammers.

Marketing

Texas is getting its own Michelin guide

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 16, 2024

Operators voice hopes the directory of standout dining options will bring an awareness of the variety and quality Texas restaurants offer today.

Leadership

Maybe restaurateurs need to worry about their own health more

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 20, 2024

Restaurant Rewind: Recent tragedies once again underscore how wearing the lifestyle can be. From time to time, the industry has awakened to that reality. Maybe this is one of those times.

Workforce

Another fine-dining star faces unionization, stoking fears of a Starbucks-like organizing blitz

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 03, 2024

Working Lunch: "We may be on the verge of having an organizing effort in the fine-dining segment."

Marketing

New York restaurants take aim at reservations pirates

By Peter Romeo on May 14, 2024

The state's restaurant association has joined forces with lawmakers in hopes of preventing third parties from scarfing up reservations and reselling them, with none of the proceeds going to the restaurants.

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