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Time Out
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Goombay Festival
Founded in 1977, the Goombay Festival returns to Coconut Grove from Friday, June 6th through Sunday, June 8th, celebrating the neighborhood's Bahamian roots with a weekend of music, culture and family-friendly programming. This year's headliners include powerhouse vocalist Keke Wyatt and Miami rapper Ball Greezy, with performances by DJ TJ, Papa Smurf, Mama D and more. The Local Love Stage showcases homegrown talent on June 7th and 8th, and a mix of vendors will line Grand Avenue throughout the weekend, selling everything from spicy conch salad to Southern-style BBQ and more. Be sure to stick around long enough to take in the sounds of Junkanoo, a centuries-old Bahamian tradition featuring rhythmic drumming, elaborate costumes and lively street processions. Grand Avenue from SW 37th Avenue to Elizabeth Street; Free
Eater
7 hours ago
- Business
- Eater
A Whopping 20 New Seattle Restaurant Openings You Should Know About
Here's a list of notable openings we've clocked in the Seattle area in the last month. If we missed something, please email us: seattle@ . CAPITOL HILL — Capitol Hill Seattle Blog reports that the former Regent Bakery and Cafe space on 14th and Pine Street is now a Japanese hot pot joint called Raku Shabu Shabu, which is still in its soft opening phase. SOUTH LAKE UNION — We've been hyping up La Loba for a little while now — this new Spanish restaurant from Vegas-based chef Oscar Amador inside the 1 Hotel has more style than most hotel restaurants and has a menu laden with all sorts of fun stuff, like wood-fired dishes, tableside tartar, and extravagant seafood platters. PIONEER SQUARE — Speaking of swanky hotels, Populus just opened with a pair of food and drink 'concepts,' as they say in the biz: Firn, which is Pioneer Square's first rooftop bar, plus a below-roof restaurant called Salt Harvest. CAPITOL HILL — And speaking of rooftop bars, Capitol Hill has a new one called Cantina Del Sol, which is the first of several bars and restaurants that the Pike Street Hospitality Group plans to put inside the former Mercado Luna building at the corner of Pine Street and Summit Avenue. MADRONA — You don't get a lot of new barbecue restaurants in Seattle, but caterer Richard's Too Good BBQ just opened a brick-and-mortar location on 34th Avenue. It's serving classic barbecue dishes and Southern-style sides like corn bread and collard greens. As a bonus, the whole menu is gluten-free. CHINATOWN–INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT — A new restaurant called International Lobster Rolls is 'serving fresh specialty lobster rolls inspired by Southeast Asian, Korean, Hong Kong, Vietnamese flavors and more,' according to its Instagram. It also has sides like garlic fries and lobster bisque. CAPITOL HILL — Maybe the next new hot Vietnamese coffee shop just opened on Pine. Called Phe, it specializes in phin-brewed coffee (topped with things like honeycomb toffee) and matcha. Expect a crowd during this soft-opening phase — according to Phe's Instagram, it's been so popular it ran out of matcha last week. KENMORE — Industry vets Cody and Andrea Westerfield have turned their pop-up De La Soil into a permanent restaurant inside Copperworks Distilling's Kenmore location. It's serving seasonal fare mostly sourced mostly from one farm, the nearby Tuk Muk. There's also a kids menu. GREENWOOD — What might be Seattle's only drive-thru pizzeria just opened — BoBu serves a simple menu of square pizza slices, sandwiches, and pretzels out of a shack on Northwest 85th Street and Eighth Avenue. FREMONT — Livbud, the vegetarian-friendly all-day cafe on Stone Way, has been converted by owner Heavy Restaurant Group into a new spot called Hushy's. It's serving freshly baked focaccia sandwiches, plus salads, sides, drinks, and (in the near future) soft serve. CENTRAL DISTRICT — Temple Pastries owner Christina Wood has gotten into pizza, opening a new restaurant in the Temple space called Sacro Bosco. It specializes in Roman-style rectangular pizza and will also be serving aperitivo, Italian wine and cocktails, and some desserts including tiramisu and olive oil cake. For now, it's dine-in only. BALLARD — Long-running Thai restaurant Thai Siam reopened after owner Vhanthip 'Nancy' Bhokayasupatt managed to get enough money to buy the building, keeping a neighborhood institution in place. FIRST HILL — After starting out in the kitchen of a Tacoma Holiday Inn, a budding chain called Secret Burger Kitchen has opened a Seattle location at the sleepy south end of Broadway. It serves smashburgers, fries, and more smashburgers, with a whole section of the menu devoted to spicy, chile-laden burgers and fries. DOWNTOWN — Taz Matcha Cafe & Bar is now open on Stewart Street near Fourth Avenue. Well, at least the cafe part is. It's serving 'ceremonial-grade' matcha along with pastries and small bites until 2 p.m., and the evening bar part of the business will open soon. MADRONA — Another interesting cafe — this one drawing on Filipino and Korean influences — has opened on 34th Street. Called Yoka Tea, it has matcha, boba tea, and some croffles. WHITE CENTER — Popular food truck Whateke has taken over the former Que Chevere space, which is now Whateke Sports Bar. It'll be serving the Mexican food Whateke is known for and some new items like ceviche. There will also be space for all-ages family dining, reports White Center Now. AURORA — Top Dead Center, a motorcycle-inspired cafe, just opened on Aurora near 77th Street. It's serving coffee (both Vietnamese phin-brewed stuff and espresso) and a selection of Spanish- and Portuguese-inspired food, like tinned fish, egg tarts, and sandwiches. PIONEER SQUARE — Famed local ice cream chain Molly Moon's has opened its 10th scoop shop, this one in a picturesque former boat launch down by Pioneer Square, part of a long-running effort to revive the downtown waterfront. CHINATOWN–INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT — A new poke restaurant called Pokerrito Ya just opened on King Street. It's billing itself as 'Japanese–Hawaiian fusion' and serving poke in bowls as well as in burritos. CAPITOL HILL — A year after opening its first Seattle location in the University District, student-centric cookie delivery chain Insomnia now has a second location, this one on Broadway between Pike and Pine. BELLEVUE — Finally, a new bar called Valentina's Wine Bar just opened on Bellevue's Main Street. It will serve flatbreads and charcuterie in addition to wine, and it's owned by the same people behind a wine bar in the oceanside town of Seabrook. Sign up for our newsletter.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Chicken Salad Chick Continues Rapid Growth Trajectory: Opens 300th Location
Nation's Only Chicken Salad Franchise Securing 35 additional Restaurant Deals in Q1 2025 ATLANTA, May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Outpacing its previous record-breaking year, Chicken Salad Chick continues to rapidly expand its presence across the United States. As franchise confidence continues to grow for the unique concept, multi-unit owners are taking note and continuing to invest in this one-of-a-kind offering. As a testament to the uniquely popular brand, it opened its 300th location in late April. Milestones in Q1: Chicken Salad Chick has secured 35 additional deals in Q1, outpacing all previous quarters. The brand is now serving its southern-style chicken salad in 300 restaurants in 21 States. It opened 12 locations in the first Quarter. Behind the 300th opening - Allison Gibson & Cathy Brown: First-time franchisees who are fulfilling their dreams of owning a business together. Chicken Salad Chick is currently prioritizing development in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois and West Virginia. "What sets Chicken Salad Chick apart isn't just our food – it's the culture and consistency we offer our franchisees," said Mark Verges, Vice President of Franchise Development at Chicken Salad Chick. "We're seeing more people step forward, ready to grow with a brand that feels both familiar and forward thinking." According to a ConsumerWise Survey while consumers are choosing to spend less on clothes and other items, food is still the priority expense. Amid changing consumer habits, Chicken Salad Chick has seen a positive increase in average ticket sales attributing the brand's unique experience as a key reason why consumers continue choosing to dine at its restaurants. Chicken Salad Chick continues to be recognized as a standout franchise system, being named one of QSR magazine's Best Franchise Deals for the fourth consecutive year, as well as being named #3 in Fast Casual's Top 100 Movers & Shakers. The brand was also highlighted in Franchise Times' Top 400 Ranking at 177 for 2024. In 2025 the team is capitalizing on momentum from 2024, aiming to break records with new deals across the United States. Franchise development has identified Pennsylvania, Ohio, Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois and West Virginia as target growth states with high economic potential. The brand continues to bring its gracious hospitality and fresh fare to new markets, seeing a 13% increase in unit count year-over-year. According to the 2024 FDD, in addition to this impressive growth, Chicken Salad Chick reported over $353 million in system wide sales, a 38% increase over 2021 and grew to record-setting AUV of $1.5 million. To learn more about opportunities with Chicken Salad Chick visit About Chicken Salad ChickChicken Salad Chick serves full-flavored, Southern-style chicken salad made from scratch and served from the heart. With more than a dozen original chicken salad flavors as well as fresh side salads, gourmet soups, signature sandwiches and delicious desserts, Chicken Salad Chick's robust menu is a perfect fit for any guest. Founded in Auburn, Alabama by Stacy and Kevin Brown, in 2008, Chicken Salad Chick has grown to more than 288 restaurants in 20 states. Today, under the leadership of Scott Deviney and the Chicken Salad Chick team headquartered in Atlanta, the brand is continuing its rapid expansion with both franchise and company locations. Chicken Salad Chick has received numerous accolades including rankings in Franchise Times' Fast & Serious and Fast ranked top 3 in the nation in 2024 , QSR's Best Franchise Deals for the second consecutive year and recognized at No. 134 on Nation's Restaurant News 2024 Top 500, spotlighting the biggest restaurants in America by systemwide sales. See for additional information. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Chicken Salad Chick Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
2 Growth Stocks with Explosive Upside and 1 to Think Twice About
Growth boosts valuation multiples, but it doesn't always last forever. Companies that cannot maintain it are often penalized with large declines in market value, a lesson ingrained in investors who lost money in tech stocks during 2022. Luckily for you, our job at StockStory is to help you avoid short-term fads by pointing you toward high-quality businesses that can generate sustainable long-term growth. That said, here are two growth stocks with significant upside potential and one that could be down big. One-Year Revenue Growth: +30.1% Having played a role in upgrading the energy solutions of Alcatraz Island, Ameresco (NYSE:AMRC) provides energy and renewable energy solutions for various sectors. Why Do We Think AMRC Will Underperform? Muted 6.1% annual revenue growth over the last two years shows its demand lagged behind its industrials peers Cash burn makes us question whether it can achieve sustainable long-term growth Unfavorable liquidity position could lead to additional equity financing that dilutes shareholders At $13.65 per share, Ameresco trades at 13x forward P/E. Dive into our free research report to see why there are better opportunities than AMRC. One-Year Revenue Growth: +16.1% Having been at the forefront of developing the standards for cellular connectivity for over four decades, Qualcomm (NASDAQ:QCOM) is a leading innovator and a fabless manufacturer of wireless technology chips used in smartphones, autos and internet of things appliances. Why Are We Fans of QCOM? Annual revenue growth of 11.3% over the last five years beat the sector average and underscores the unique value of its offerings Strong free cash flow margin of 30.4% enables it to reinvest or return capital consistently Market-beating returns on capital illustrate that management has a knack for investing in profitable ventures Qualcomm's stock price of $145.17 implies a valuation ratio of 12.3x forward P/E. Is now the time to initiate a position? Find out in our full research report, it's free. One-Year Revenue Growth: +15.1% With locations often featuring Western-inspired decor, Texas Roadhouse (NASDAQ:TXRH) is an American restaurant chain specializing in Southern-style cuisine and steaks. Why Is TXRH a Good Business? Rapid rollout of new restaurants to capitalize on market opportunities makes sense given its strong same-store sales performance Same-store sales growth over the past two years shows it's successfully drawing diners into its restaurants Stellar returns on capital showcase management's ability to surface highly profitable business ventures, and its rising returns show it's making even more lucrative bets Texas Roadhouse is trading at $190 per share, or 26.8x forward P/E. Is now a good time to buy? See for yourself in our comprehensive research report, it's free. Market indices reached historic highs following Donald Trump's presidential victory in November 2024, but the outlook for 2025 is clouded by new trade policies that could impact business confidence and growth. While this has caused many investors to adopt a "fearful" wait-and-see approach, we're leaning into our best ideas that can grow regardless of the political or macroeconomic climate. Take advantage of Mr. Market by checking out our Top 5 Growth Stocks for this month. This is a curated list of our High Quality stocks that have generated a market-beating return of 176% over the last five years. Stocks that made our list in 2020 include now familiar names such as Nvidia (+1,545% between March 2020 and March 2025) as well as under-the-radar businesses like the once-micro-cap company Tecnoglass (+1,754% five-year return). Find your next big winner with StockStory today for free.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Orlando's beloved Soco Thornton Park closes doors
The Brief Soco Thornton Park closed on Sunday after almost 11 years as a well-loved restaurant in Downtown Orlando. People came for one last meal and to say goodbye to the team, known for their friendly service and Southern-style food. The owners thanked guests for their support and asked everyone to keep supporting local restaurants in the area. ORLANDO, Fla. - Soco Thornton Park officially closed its doors on Sunday after nearly 11 years as a beloved part of Downtown Orlando's dining scene. The final day of service ran from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and guests attended for a farewell meal and to say goodbye to the team. What they're saying Executive Chef/Partner Greg Richie and the Soco Team shared a message to loyal customers on social media days before closing their doors. Part of the statement read: "Soco's legacy was earned through its signature style of Southern Contemporary Cuisine and commitment to excellence along with hospitable, welcoming service. We send our sincere thanks and deepest gratitude to our wonderful guests and team members who have taken this journey with us over our many years. Countless friendships and memories were shared along the way. Though Soco is closing, its spirit carries on. We hope thecamaraderie and sense of community will endure." What's next The Soco Thornton Park team is asking customers to support their favorite local eateries and independent businesses that make Orlando special. Big picture view Local restaurants are closing their doors due to rising costs, staffing shortages, and lasting financial strain from the pandemic, making it difficult to sustain operations. Soco Thornton Park did not reveal a reason for its closure. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 35 ORLANDO: Download the FOX Local app for breaking news alerts, the latest news headlines Download the FOX 35 Storm Team Weather app for weather alerts & radar Sign up for FOX 35's daily newsletter for the latest morning headlines FOX Local:Stream FOX 35 newscasts, FOX 35 News+, Central Florida Eats on your smart TV The Source This story was written based on information shared by Soco Thornton Park on social media on May 20, 2025.
