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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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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