Jan 6th, 2009 · The brewer has stopped giving free samples in hospitality centers at its SeaWorld theme parks in Orlando, Fla., San Antonio and San Diego and its Busch Gardens parks in Tampa, Fla., and Williamsburg, Va. The company says the samples had a narrow appeal. The brewer plans to build more restaurants and other family-friendly venues.
Jan 5th, 2009 · London IT executive Andy Hayler has dined at every three-star restaurant in the French food guide. His travels have taken him all across the world to 60-plus elite restaurants. He speaks with us about his favorite meals, how he can afford this pricy hobby and his blog.
Jan 1st, 2009 · Of all the New Year's celebrations, the tastiest might have taken place outside a restaurant in McDonough, Ga. The town attracted thousands of people New Year's Eve. Instead of watching a giant crystal ball like in Times Square, they watched a giant chicken nugget drop into a vat of dipping sauce. While the 800-pound nugget may have looked good enough to eat, it was made of plaster.
Dec 17th, 2008 · The D.C. City Council has passed emergency legislation that would allow bars and restaurants to serve alcohol around the clock until 5 a.m. in the days leading up to the inauguration. The city's mayor says he'll sign the bill.
Dec 1st, 2008 · During a time when many Americans are tightening our belts, we may have to loosen them a bit for the holidays, especially when it's time to have guests over. But as cookbook author Nigella Lawson says, "You entertain to see your friends. You're not opening a restaurant."
Nov 27th, 2008 · Teams of gunmen stormed luxury hotels, a popular restaurant, hospitals and a crowded train station late Wednesday in coordinated attacks across India's financial capital, Mumbai. More than 100 people were killed. Police also say the attackers took Westerners hostage. NPR's Philip Reeves talks with Steve Inskeep about the attacks.
Nov 26th, 2008 · Terrorists have been holding Western hostages at two luxury hotels in India's financial capital, Mumbai. At 11 p.m. local time there was a series of coordinated terrorist attacks on the hotels as well as a popular restaurant, a hospital and a train station. At least 78 people are dead and 200 others injured.
Nov 26th, 2008 · Gunmen have opened fire at seven sites in the Indian city of Mumbai. The coordinated terrorist attacks seemed aimed, at least in part, at Westerners. At least 78 people have died so far. Among the targets were two luxury hotels and a restaurant frequented by travelers.