ATLANTA, GA – In a strategic move designed to fortify its position within the competitive family dining sector, Ascent Hospitality Management recently convened its first-ever all-brands conference, titled "Ascent Together." The summit, held in the company’s home base of Atlanta, brought together more than 500 franchisees, vendor partners, and corporate team members from across the […]

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – In a move that blends the artisanal worlds of craft spirits and specialty coffee, the world-renowned Australian distillery Four Pillars has officially unveiled its latest innovation: Melbourne Laneway Gin. This release marks the debut of the distillery’s highly anticipated "City Series," a collection designed to encapsulate the distinct olfactory and cultural identities […]

SYDNEY, Australia – [Date of Publication] – In a landmark announcement set to redefine luxury dining in Australia, internationally acclaimed chef Curtis Stone has been tapped to lead the culinary direction for two signature dining venues at the highly anticipated Waldorf Astoria Sydney. Slated for a grand opening in 2027, the iconic Melbourne-born, Los Angeles-based […]

PORT ELLEN, ISLAY — For centuries, the name Islay has been synonymous with the pungent reek of peat smoke and the golden hues of world-class single malt Scotch whisky. However, a new spirit is rising from the shores of the Queen of the Hebrides, challenging the traditional hegemony of the malt. The Islay Rum Distillery, […]

The Belgian spirits landscape witnessed a landmark moment recently as the historic Filliers Distillery hosted its first-ever Filliers Bartender Competition. In a display of technical mastery and narrative-driven mixology, Bart Capoen, representing the renowned Ghent-based bar Little Red Rooster, emerged as the inaugural champion. His winning creation, titled "Then & Still," served as a masterful […]

Auckland, Tāmaki Makaurau, New Zealand – June 30, 2026 – New Zealand’s vibrant and evolving culinary landscape has achieved a monumental milestone, officially entering the elite echelons of global gastronomy with the launch of its inaugural Michelin Guide. In a glittering ceremony held at the New Zealand International Convention Centre, the venerable 126-year-old dining guide, […]

WOOLER, NORTHUMBERLAND – In a milestone event for the burgeoning English whisky industry, the Ad Gefrin Distillery has officially announced the release date for its highly anticipated Cræft Series. Representing the first legal single malt whisky produced in Northumberland in over two centuries, the series marks a definitive turning point for the region’s artisanal heritage […]

CHICAGO, IL – In a city world-renowned for its architectural marvels, its storied sports history, and, perhaps most passionately, its legendary pizza, a new event is set to bridge the gap between fitness enthusiasts and foodies. Windy City Events Management has officially announced the inaugural Slice of Chicago race, a 5K run and cultural festival […]