New York, NY – The culinary world knows him as Emeril Lagasse, a titan of television cooking whose boisterous personality and innovative Creole-inspired dishes have captivated audiences for decades. But behind the dazzling smile and the signature exclamation, "Bam!", lies a surprising origin story – one that reveals the phrase wasn’t a calculated branding move, […]

The hospitality industry, often described as the heartbeat of the American community, continues to face a complex landscape of rising operational costs, labor shortages, and evolving consumer expectations. In response to these persistent challenges, Shift4, a global leader in commerce technology, has announced the launch of its third "Shift4 Rescue Mission" contest. This initiative, a […]

The landscape of Chicago’s world-renowned culinary scene is currently undergoing a seismic shift. In a move that has drawn both sighs of relief and continued apprehension from the hospitality sector, the Chicago City Council recently passed a pivotal ordinance regarding the phase-out of the sub-minimum wage for tipped workers. While the ultimate trajectory points toward […]