Kelly Mintzer

Philadelphia

Contributing Writer at What Now Media group

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Wiseguy Pizza Taking Off at DCA

1 week ago | whatnow.com | Kelly Mintzer

A popular DMV chain is preparing to grab a slice of the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport pie. Wiseguy Pizza, one of the top concepts from Thompson Hospitality Group, is opening a location in the transportation mecca, reports the Washington Business Journal. The pizzeria will be setting up in concourse C of 2401 Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport Access Road.
Caribou Coffee Coming to Fort Worth

1 week ago | whatnow.com | Kelly Mintzer

One of the most universal truths of the hospitality industry is that you can never have too many coffee shops. A popular chain is setting out to drive that point home by opening a new location in Fort Worth. Caribou Coffee has filed paperwork to begin construction on a new location in the region. The cafe will be setting up shop at the south east corner of Basswood Boulevard and Old Santa Fe Trail.
Ice Cream Jubilee Bringing Frozen Joy to Harbor Point

1 week ago | whatnow.com | Kelly Mintzer

Nothing says summertime quite like a dish or cone of ice cream. Fortunately for Harbor Point, one of the DMV’s top chains is preparing to scoop out delicious refreshment. Ice Cream Jubilee, a nine time winner of “best ice cream in DC” is coming to the region, reports the Baltimore Business Journal. The scoop shop will be moving into the Allied | Harbor Point apartment building at 1041 Wills Street. Ice Cream Jubilee will have a dedicated 640-square-foot space to serve its award-winning sweet treats.
Popular Philly-Area Hospitality Group Moves into Franchising

1 week ago | whatnow.com | Kelly Mintzer

Philly dining royalty is about to expand its reach. Five Star Restaurant Group, the hospitality group helmed by local savantes Philip and Kate Ferro, is planning to begin franchising its concepts, report the Philadelphia Business Journal. This next stage of Five Star’s evolution is still in the very early phases. The Ferros have not zeroed in on any specific locations, territories, or franchisees.
Clyde’s to Feed Dulles Flyers

1 week ago | whatnow.com | Kelly Mintzer

Airport dining has seen an exponential leap; no longer the stuff of desperation meals on the go, travelers can now look forward to dining at quality concepts with superior food. Dulles International Airport is continuing the evolution of airport eats by welcoming Clyde’s, a DMV-area favorite bar and restaurant, reports the Washington Business Journal.
Flavor Hive Buzzing Into Alexandria

1 week ago | whatnow.com | Kelly Mintzer

One of the top names in walking tacos is strolling its way to a new DMV location. Flavor Hive, a buzzy food truck that’s earned considerable attention and acclaim, has applied for a special use permit for an Alexandria storefront, reports Patch. The concept will be setting up camp at 3314 Richmond Highway. According to the Administrative Special Use Permit Application filed with the Department of Planning and Zoning, the restaurant will have an outdoor dining space with 5 tables with 4 chairs each.
Celebrated Asian-Ethiopian Fusion Restaurant Ekiben Plots Fourth Location

1 week ago | whatnow.com | Kelly Mintzer

A beloved Baltimore restaurant is stepping out of its comfort zone and into a new frontier. Ekiben, the lauded Asian fusion restaurant, is opening its fourth location-and its first outside of Baltimore-in Frederick in the coming days, reports the Baltimore Business Journal. The James Beard semifinalist is bringing considerable acclaim with it to its new home at 500 North Market Street.
Buns on the Go Preparing New Place to Stay

1 week ago | whatnow.com | Kelly Mintzer

An exciting summer is in store for Orwigsburg foodies who appreciate great service and an exciting menu. Buns on the Go, one of the Lehigh Valley’s most beloved and diverse food trucks, is opening its first brick and mortar location later this year, reports WFMZ. The husband and wife team of Anthony and Neveen Vassallo are setting up shop at 1070 Centre Turnpike in West Brunswick Township.
Layne’s Chicken Fingers Hatching into Fort Worth

1 week ago | whatnow.com | Kelly Mintzer

There has never been a more exciting (or delicious) time to be a chicken fan; fast-casual poultry is the moment. While the incredible variety of fingers, sandwiches, and tenders is a boon to customers, it does pose a challenge to proprietors-how does one differentiate their cuisine in such a crowded market?
Auntie Anne’s Setting up Shop at DFW Airport

1 week ago | whatnow.com | Kelly Mintzer

A twisted and delicious chain is preparing to bring Dallas travelers the carbo burst necessary to make it through a long journey. Auntie Anne’s, the enduringly popular pretzel concept, is beginning work on a new location in the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport this summer. Flyers passing through the transportation hub will be able to swing by 2625 International Parkway, Terminal E Gate 31 to grab a fresh, hot pretzel.