Dining St. Louis
Restaurant News
September, 2009
St. Louis Restaurant Guide to fine dining establishments with news about restaurant openings and special events. Restaurants are listed by area for your convenience.
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Dining St. Louis: Special Spotlight
Bissell Mansion Presents 'Addams Family Affair'
Through October 2009
You are invited to An Addams Family Affair to be held at the Bissell Mansion. Join Morticia and Gomez in their romantic escapades surrounded by murder and mayhem.
They have the fun task of finding the killer of their normal neighbor, Norman who was found skewered to his barbecue pit next door.
Morticia has invited a host of famous murderers to help them find Norman's killer. Help the Addams family clan along with Freddy, Jason, Norman Baits, Lizzy Borden and others as they sift through the evidence to find Norman's killer. It's just another typical family affair.
This haunting show is served with a 4-course meal to DIE for! Make your reservations now; It would be a CRIME to miss out on this much FUN! Call the Bissell Mansion at 314-533-9830 or 1-800-690-9838.
Restaurants Join Forces to Relieve Hunger and Reduce Food Waste in America
ST. LOUIS, MO, (SLFP.com), September 26, 2009 - The National Restaurant Association has announced a partnership with the Food Donation Connection (FDC), an organization that works to help foodservice companies reduce food waste and feed those in need.
The Association is a longtime supporter of anti-hunger initiatives and a champion of strengthening tax legislation that provides incentives for foodservice companies to donate food to hunger-relief organizations. Through a national partnership with FDC, the Association will work to galvanize the industry to donate surplus food while taking advantage of unrealized tax benefits of food donation.
"Our industry's nearly one million restaurants serve more than 130 million individuals each day, and by using innovative and effective food donation programs, they can serve even more," said Dawn Sweeney, President and CEO of the National Restaurant Association. "The Food Donation Connection has expertise in helping restaurants turn their surplus foods into meals for those in need, and we are excited to partner with this organization. Together, we can truly make a difference in eliminating hunger in America while at the same time facilitating the donation process for our members."
Founded by a former restaurant executive, Food Donation Connection serves as the liaison between the companies interested in donating food and the organizations that provide meals to those in need.
FDC has assisted foodservice companies with the development and implementation of programs designed to provide an alternative to discarding surplus food, while capitalizing on the economic benefits of those donations through tax savings. Since 1992, it has helped facilitate the donation of over 140 million pounds of wholesome, prepared food to non-profit, hunger-relief agencies.
Food Donation Connection, along with the food rescue programs they support, welcome the increased focus on food donations. "We appreciate this opportunity to join the National Restaurant Association in an effort to reduce food waste and address hunger in America," said Bill Reighard, President of FDC. "The hunger-relief agencies truly appreciate the free source of wholesome prepared food. These donations allow them to focus on their main mission of helping those in need instead of worrying about the cost and preparation of food. The agencies are excited that the Association has stepped up in a significant way to fight against hunger. We look forward to expanded participation by the restaurant industry."
The National Restaurant Association will work closely with FDC to help recruit new restaurants and expand the reach of its food donation services.
Food Donation Connection currently administers donation programs for Pizza Hut, KFC, Taco Bell, Long John Silver's, A&W, NPC International, Olive Garden, Red Lobster, LongHorn Steakhouse, The Capital Grille, Bahama Breeze, Seasons 52, The Cheesecake Factory, Grand Lux Café, Smokey Bones, Chipotle Mexican Grill, Aunte Anne's, Inc, Rock Bottom Breweries, Old Chicago, Chop House, Cracker Barrel and Walnut Brewery.
Archived St. Louis Fine Restaurant News:
 Red Kitchen & Bar Celebrates Official Grand Opening
Diners Seek 'Greener' Restaurants, Greater Value, Healthier Foods and Local Ingredients
Urban Eats Café to Support Development of New Renewable Energy Sources
U.S. Military Veteran Opens Jennings Store Under Little Caesars Veterans Program
Terrace View at City Garden to Create New Urban Dining Experience
Legendary Porter's Steakhouse in Collinsville Re-Opens with New Look and Dining Experience
Chef Trosch Joins Lumière Place from the World-Renowned Fontainebleau Resort
National Restaurant Association Calls on 111th Congress to Quickly Enact Food Safety Reforms
Restaurant Operators More Pessimistic About Sales Growth in Coming Months
Healthy Kids' Meals, Local Produce, Mini Desserts Among Hottest Menu Trends for 2009
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