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Restaurant Business takes home 4 Jesse H. Neal Awards

Restaurant Business on Thursday received four 2018 Jesse H. Neal Awards, recognizing the brand for its excellence among business-to-business media.

In addition to being named best website, RB received top honors for best single issue of a magazine and best art direction for a single issue of a magazine. Its spinoff publication, Fast, was awarded best art direction for a single article or cover.

“We are honored to be recognized for our excellence in journalism, design and the platforms we have created to provide information to our audiences,” says Sarah Lockyer, senior vice president of content for RB parent Winsight Media. Restaurant Business and FoodService Director are clearly industry-leading, and it’s a testament to the entire team.”

RB sister brand FoodService Director was also recognized at the awards ceremony, taking home an honor for best overall art direction.

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