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Bret Thorn

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Bret Thorn

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Leadership

CEO Chris Simms favors 'approachable innovation' to steer the menu at Lazy Dog Restaurants

Menu Talk: The casual-dining chain stays ahead of the curve by balancing comfort food favorites with trendsetting food and drinks.

Food

How to eat sushi

A visit to the newest Sushi by Bou is a reminder of proper etiquette.

Operations

Spike Gjerde highlights the terroir of the Chesapeake Bay region

Menu Talk: The chef of Woodberry Kitchen and La Jetée in Baltimore has more restaurants in the works.

Food

May the fourth and other fan-based holidays are opportunities for restaurants to celebrate

Food Writer’s Diary: Operators can tap into culture touchstones to engage their customers

Food

Denver’s East Colfax refuses to be tamed — thank goodness

Food Writer's Diary: A look at the dynamic food, drink, and vibe of this legendary street in central Denver.

Restaurant Leadership Conference Coverage

How the different generations approach restaurants

Panelists from Gen Z have more apps on their phones and all generations resent the prevalence of tipping in limited service.

Topics

Suresh Sundas and Dante Datta innovate with Indian food & drink in D.C.'s H Street neighborhood

Menu Talk: The chef and beverage director of Daru and Tapori cover the gamut of South Asian culinary culture.

Food

CAVA and Chili’s throw parties for influencers as they roll out new items

Recent menu launches by Chili's and CAVA came with swanky parties for New York City influencers

Food

Applebee’s O-M-Cheeseburger sparks a trend

Burgers served in skillets of bubbling cheese sauce are proliferating on menus in a trend ignited by the casual-dining chain.

Operations

B.J. Lieberman finds work-life balance in Columbus, Ohio

Menu Talk: The chef and restaurateur operates Metsi’s and Ginger Rabbit.

Food

Why Lion's Choice won't compromise on its signature sandwich despite higher beef costs

Menu Talk: CEO Fred Burmer shares the secrets behind the St.Louis-based quick-service concept’s famous roast beef.

Food

Nicholas Poulmentis plans distinctive Greek cuisine at his upcoming New York City restaurant

Menu Talk: Kythira NP will be named for his home island, but feature food from across the country.

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