Charlotte Restaurant Ends 60-Year Legacy
The Village Restaurant in north Charlotte, a family-owned diner open since 1965, has closed after its property was sold and lease not renewed, ending its long-standing presence in the community.
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Jelly Belly, Bay Area's Family-Owned Candy Brand, Acquired by Chicago's Ferrara Candy
Family-owned jelly bean company Jelly Belly has been sold to Ferrara Candy Company, known for producing candies like Nerds and Sweetarts. The sale price has not been disclosed, but the deal is expected to be finalized by the end of the year. Jelly Belly will remain in Fairfield, and local jobs are expected to be preserved. In a separate deal, Canadian billionaire Stephan Crétier purchased Vine Cliff Winery in Napa for $57 million, adding to his portfolio of wineries in the region. Half Moon Bay restaurant Johnny's faced criticism for adding an 18 percent "festival service charge" during the town's Art & Pumpkin Festival. The new California law banning mandatory service fees has sparked discussions in the restaurant industry. Oakland's Burdell is hosting its first winemaker dinner featuring La Onda winemaker Dani Rozman, offering a five-course meal paired with fall harvest wines.
Bandimere Speedway Reveals New Location in Exciting Family Announcement
Bandimere Speedway, a family-owned drag racing venue in Colorado, is relocating after 65 years to create an upgraded racetrack. The current owner, John Bandimere Jr., cited the need for more space as the reason for the move. The family plans to take a year off from racing and has identified potential plots of land, including one near the airport. The new speedway will continue to focus on drag racing but also aims to be a multi-use facility. Bandimere Speedway has a rich history, hosting notable events and achieving milestones in the world of drag racing.
Long-standing restaurants across the US face permanent closure.
Green's Lunch, a family-owned restaurant in Charlotte, is closing after 97 years in business. The restaurant thanked its loyal customers for their support and memories. The closure comes after the loss of the restaurant's co-owner earlier this year.
Iconic San Francisco Restaurants Forced to Close After Decades in Business
After 36 years in business, beloved Vietnamese restaurant Aux Delices in San Francisco's Russian Hill neighborhood is closing its doors on June 30. The restaurant, known for its tasty and affordable dishes influenced by both Vietnamese and French colonial cuisines, was originally opened by Chris Nguyen's mother in 1975. Despite efforts to find a buyer to continue the restaurant's legacy, none emerged. The closure marks the retirement of owners Chris and Thiet Nguyen, who inherited the restaurant from Chris's mother.
Iconic restaurants Green's Lunch and Grata Pizzeria to close permanently.
Greens Lunch, a family-owned restaurant in Uptown Charlotte, is closing its doors permanently after over 90 years in business. The restaurant took to social media to thank its loyal customers for their support and memories. Greens Lunch will close on Wednesday, June 28.
Stew Leonard Sr., Founder of Famous Grocery Chain, Passes Away at 93
Stew Leonard Sr., the founder of the famous grocery store chain Stew Leonard's, has died at the age of 93. The family-owned and operated business started as a retail dairy store in 1969 and has since grown to become a $600 million company with seven locations. Leonard's legacy includes earning a place in the Guinness Book of World Records for having the highest dollar sales per square foot of selling space.
End of an Era: Bay Area Restaurants Close After Decades in Business.
KC's BBQ, a family-owned Kansas City-style barbecue restaurant in Berkeley, has permanently closed after 55 years due to financial struggles, a dip in customers, and problems retaining staff. The third-generation owner, Kristen Davis, said the closure was "long overdue" but hopes to resurrect the restaurant in a new form, potentially as a pop-up, food truck, or retail store for its sauces and seasonings.
Iconic Hegedorn's grocery store in Webster to shut down after 70 years.
Hegedorn's Market, a family-owned grocery store located in Webster, New York, is closing its doors on June 30 after serving the community for over 80 years. The store was founded in 1953 by Bruce and Mary Hegedorn and has been a staple of the area ever since.
Two beloved Southern establishments close their doors.
Cateran's, a family-owned restaurant in Upstate South Carolina, has announced its closure due to labor shortages. The southern-style buffet restaurant opened in 1980 and served its last meal on March 26. The owners stated that they do not see a future for the restaurant at this time but will update their Facebook page if anything changes.