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Why this POS company believes it can dominate the market for Asian restaurants

 By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 16, 2026

Tech Check: Chowbus has won over thousands of Asian operators by offering tech that speaks their language, literally. It just raised $81 million to keep expanding.

Leadership

René Redzepi steps down from helm of Noma

By Lisa Jennings on Mar. 12, 2026

Amid the controversy over past abusive behavior in the fine-dining restaurant's kitchen, the co-founder and chef turned the reins to his team, saying, "This is your restaurant now."

Leadership

Resurfaced controversy about abuse at Noma sparks new dialogue about kitchen culture

By Lisa Jennings on Mar. 09, 2026

Famed chef René Redzepi's Los Angeles Noma residency begins this week and protests are planned. A detailed article in the New York Times is prompting former workers to speak out on social media.

Technology

Restaurants wonder what Square's mass layoffs will mean for them

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 05, 2026

Parent company Block just shrunk its workforce by 40%, saying it plans to do more with AI. That has created uncertainty, and some unease, for restaurants that use Square POS.

Operations

Jean-Georges Vongerichten restaurants in New York's Tin Building have shuttered

By Lisa Jennings on Mar. 04, 2026

The $200 million project on the Manhattan waterfront is to be converted into the Balloon Museum, ending an attempt to turn the Seaport into a dining destination.

Operations

James Beard Foundation honors 6 longtime restaurants with 2026 America's Classics Award

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 27, 2026

The locally owned restaurants represent different regions of the country and are recognized for their impact on their communities and dining culture.

Operations

At this Southern California car dealership, you can get a patty melt with your Porsche

By Lisa Jennings on Feb. 27, 2026

A car dealer is building a $5 million restaurant empire in its showrooms. Guests love the quirky aspect of finding a "hidden gem" where they least expect it.

Financing

Noble 33 execs facing ugly legal battle after firing general counsel for embezzlement

By Lisa Jennings on Feb. 23, 2026

An investor has charged the operators of high-end Toca Madera and other concepts with fraud and siphoning funds. But the restaurateurs fired back with charges of extortion.

Operations

Restaurateur Billy Dec prepares to open Sunda New Asian in Detroit

By Bret Thorn and Patricia Cobe on Feb. 10, 2026

Menu Talk: The advocate for Philippine culture and hospitality is also getting ready for the PBS debut of his documentary.

Financing

For Minnesota's restaurants, another economic nightmare

By Jonathan Maze and Lisa Jennings on Feb. 09, 2026

The full picture of the economic devastation of the Department of Homeland Security's Operation Metro Surge is just now coming into view. But efforts are building to help restaurants.

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