Dec 1, 2008 - Ernie Edwards honoured at RANS AGM

With membership up and a full slate of accomplishments through the many committees, the Restaurant Association of Nova Scotia (RANS) re-elected Costa Elles, (OPA, Seven, Mosaic) and most of his team. 

Dec 1, 2008 - Ontario Pizza Huts in East Coast hands

Franchise Management Inc. owners Greg Walton and Dwight Fraser purchased 28 Pizza Hut locations from Kitchener, ON-based Twincorp Inc. on June 26. The dollar amount of the deal was undisclosed.

Nov 14, 2008 - Taste of Nova Scotia Prestige Award winners

The 2008 Taste of Nova Scotia Prestige Awards were announced earlier this month.
Hosted by Michael Howell, chef and owner of Tempest restaurant in Wolfville and executive chef of Port Gastropub in Port Williams, the awards were handed out at a sold out gala dinner at Halifax’s Prince George Hotel on November 6.

Nov 14, 2008 - Nova Scotia inspection results posted online

HALIFAX—Following in  the footsteps of the provinces of Alberta and Ontario, the Restaurant Association of Nova Scotia (RANS) has approved the online posting of restaurant inspection results in an effort to establish and promote greater transparency in the foodservice industry and provide people with accurate and up-to-date information about restaurant food safety standards.

Nov 14, 2008 - Savour Food & Wine Festival returns in February

Several of Halifax’s top-notch restaurants are gearing up for the Savour Food & Wine Festival. Beginning February 1 and ending March 1, Savour is a chance for foodies to learn new and innovative cooking techniques while exploring the range of flavours that Nova Scotia’s culinary industry has to offer.