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The Pelham House Playbook

The Pelham House Playbook

Since taking the reins of Pelham House Resort from his father, Managing Partner John McCarthy has tackled some of hospitality’s toughest challenges: retaining staff, maintaining consistency, and operating year-round on Cape Cod, where many businesses close for the winter. Today, Pelham House has grown into a hospitality ecosystem encompassing three hotels, five restaurants, a working farm—and a repurposed hotel that provides housing for some of its 400 employees. “I’ve always been a big believer in throwing mud up against the…

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Balmoral: Where Everyone Dines Like Royals

Balmoral: Where Everyone Dines Like Royals

On a visit to Balmoral Castle in Scotland, Colin Smith had a flash of inspiration. Surrounded by gold-rimmed Royal Albert china and gleaming crystal, he thought: Everyone should dine like this. And he set out to make it so. Over the next several years, Smith—an experienced, award-winning restaurateur—quietly amassed a collection of fine dinnerware: delicate teacups, ornate saucers, and heirloom-quality plates. In 2018, he opened Balmoral Restaurant in St. Charles, Illinois, a Scottish concept built as much on atmosphere as…

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Sushi Served Right—In a Japanese Garden in Maine

Sushi Served Right—In a Japanese Garden in Maine

There was a time when Rattanak “Ram” Tray wondered if working in restaurants could ever be a “real” career. “I’d been in restaurants since I was 14,” he recalls. “But I wasn’t sure I could build a future in them. So, I decided to go to college and study accounting. That’s when I realized I didn’t want to be stuck in a cubicle for the rest of my life.” Today, far from any cubicle, the chef-owner of Yosaku Restaurant in Portland, Maine…

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Family Legacy and Enduring Spirit at Luigi’s Italian Chophouse & Bar

Family Legacy and Enduring Spirit at Luigi’s Italian Chophouse & Bar

At Luigi’s Italian Chophouse & Bar in Fayetteville, North Carolina, three siblings carry on the dream their parents began more than 70 years ago. Through tragedy and triumph, the Parrous family has built an enduring restaurant legacy rooted in warmth, resilience, and genuine hospitality. “Our restaurant reflects decades of resilience, innovation, and a deep bond between our family, our business, and the community,” says co-owner Linda Higgins. “We honor our legacy by preserving our heritage, embracing innovation, and striving not…

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Grape Witches Make magic with Natural Wine

Grape Witches Make magic with Natural Wine

It all started over a few glasses of wine. Friends and industry pros Krysta Oben (a sommelier) and Nicole Campbell (a wine sales exec) were swapping stories about how confusing wine can feel for customers — all the jargon, the intimidating menus, and the lack of interesting options beyond the usual suspects. When someone overheard them talking about “natural wine” and joked that it sounded like “witchy stuff,” the name stuck. And with that, Grape Witches was born. Breaking Down…

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The Importance of Menu Cover Maintenance for Longevity

The Importance of Menu Cover Maintenance for Longevity

Menu covers are more than just protective barriers for your restaurant’s menus. They’re integral to the dining experience, setting the tone and reflecting the establishment’s brand. To keep them looking pristine and functioning well, regular menu cover maintenance is essential. Keep reading to explore why maintaining your menu covers is crucial and how you can prolong their life with elegance and efficiency. Types of Menu Covers and Their Materials Menu covers come in a wide range of materials, each offering…

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