With 120 taps and 90 unique flavors, patrons will be able to taste a rainbow of different beers at Old Town Pour House at Downtown Crown when it opens its doors at the beginning of March.

The Gaithersburg location will be the first restaurant under Bottleneck Management Restaurant Group to open outside of its Illinois headquarters, where it operates two other Old Town Pour Houses, as well as a handful of other restaurants.

This is Bottlenecks first national project according to Mike Jettner, the groups operations manager. During a tour of the restaurant, which is still under construction, he explained that the owners did a very thorough job making sure the D.C. Metro location was the perfect fit for the company.

The owners came out, saw it and fell in love with the area and the space, Jettner said.

Old Town Pour House is located at 212 Ellington Blvd. and will boast about 220 seats inside as well as a 92 seat outdoor patio.

Weve been looking to expand for about two years, Jettner said, adding that Bottleneck solidified the Gaithersburg location less than a year ago.

While the managers and executive chefs are transplants from the Chicago area that were moved to get this site up and running, everyone else will be hired locally. Jettner said that they have been reaching out for employees through local colleges and community bulletin boards, as well as with wanted ads on Craigslist and in newspapers. They plan to start training new employees in February.

Jettner explained the menu as American classic with a twist, and said that because of their new Maryland location, there will, of course, be crabcakes.

In addition to local fare, about 20 percent of the beer on tap will be from area breweries such as DC Brau and Frederick-based Flying Dog, according to Jettner. He also said there will be choices of wine on tap, by the glass or bottle and a full cocktail menu, but there will be no bottled or canned beers.

I get more excited when other people get excited, Jettner said.

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Guy Revelle likely set a speed record in designing and creating the new Hablo Taco restaurant just 45 days from cocktail napkin drawing to construction and hiring. And thats just about right, he said, because the business plan is to make the gritty taco joint into a fabulous party that lasts two years, and then tear the place down.

Its an unusual plan, but so is the venue: Channelside Bay Plaza. Hablo Taco represents the first new restaurant to open in years in Channelside, and the first under the reign of the new mall operator, Tampa Bay Lightning owner Jeff Vinik.

The concept was really two Gringos walk into a Mexican bar, Revelle said. Thats it. Hence the slogans all over the restaurant, Holy Guacamole, Dont drink the water, (drink beer instead,) and Our food is better than our Spanish.

Revelle and his partners were some of the original restaurant operators in Channelside, and they still run the Splitsville Lanes bowling alley bar/restaurant. But over the years, Channelside faltered, and his Stumps Supper Club and Tinatapas operations there shut down.

Meanwhile, Revelle was building new Splitsville locations around the country, including Miami, Dallas, Orlando (in Downtown Disney), Foxborough, Massachusetts and Fredericksburg, Virginia.

Then the mid-life crisis came, Revelle jokes. He went with business partner Mark Gibson to Mexico and ended up wandering into a small town bar drinking Margaritas and local tequila, which gave them a semi-voluntary nap. The story/myth he likes to tell is, We woke up when the Lightning god called, Jeff Vinik. He told us You two guys need to come back to Tampa and open a taco joint.

They want to remake this whole area for all the right reasons, Revelle said, sitting in the new Hablo Taco site amid the last few touches of construction. Its familiar space for Revelle, since its the exact space where his Tinatapas restaurant operated.

Part of the reason Revelle can move so quickly now with Hablo Taco is that Viniks company is supporting much of the cost to renovate and build out the space, while Revelle and Gibson will be operators once it opens.

The menu will be a combination of two parts: One part ultra authentic Mexican items like Street Corn rolled in sauces, and one part Gringo bar food, with items like Ahi Tuna tacos and cheeseburgers.

Local residents of the Channel District get the first peek Wednesday night, and theres a ribbon cutting with politicians on Thursday and then a full opening to the public Wednesday, Feb. 4.

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Orlando, FL (PRWEB) January 27, 2015

Orlando waste management company, Sunshine Recycling, is working with contractor Commercial Construction Specialists (CSS) on the development of a new Dunkin Donuts restaurant on Highway 27 in Minneola, Florida. Sunshine will be providing 20-yard roll-off dumpsters for bulky construction materials, as well as frequent hauling services throughout the duration of the establishments construction.

Commercial Construction Specialists is a full-service construction firm with a unique business model. They were founded by commercial property owners and developers, giving them a greater understanding of the industry from the clients perspective. This helps them always adhere to their commitment to provide safety, excellence and quality in all their construction ventures. The construction of the new Dunkin Donuts in Minneola, Florida will be added to a long list of restaurants, retail establishments, medical facilities, schools and more that CCS has constructed.

The construction of a Dunkin Donuts will be a welcome addition to the expanding Minneola retail district. Dunkin Donuts has been beloved by Americans for over fifty years, serving over three million customers daily. This fast-food breakfast franchise has one of the highest brand loyalty levels compared to similar establishments. The restaurant boasts a warm and welcoming environment, helping customers get delicious, affordable food quickly and conveniently.

About 20 miles west of Orlando, Minneola is a small town with a close-knit community. An accessible breakfast establishment will allow residents in the area access to a meal thats convenient, affordable, and most importantly, hot and delicious. Sunshine Recycling will be fulfilling all the dumpster and hauling needs during the buildings construction, helping to ensure project reaches completion quickly and smoothly.

Were happy to be a part of this project, says Chuck Herb, owner of Sunshine Recycling. Every construction project will have debris that needs hauling, and were happy to assist by providing prompt and efficient hauling services for our customers.

About Sunshine Recycling Inc.: Sunshine Recycling Inc. of Orlando is a dumpster rental company servicing central Florida. Offering various sizes of dumpsters including front-load, roll-off and full-size construction dumpsters, Sunshine Recycling also provides recyclable, waste and construction debris collection and hauling services and trash compactors. The company is a proud member of the U.S. Green Building Council and is LEED AP certified. For more information about construction dumpsters from Sunshine Recycling, please visit http://www.orlando-dumpsters.com/construction-dumpsters/.

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Jamie Oliver

Following years of speculation, it's been confirmed today that Oliver wants the Public Trust building on Lambton Quay and Stout St for his new restaurant.

McKee Fehl construction company is renovating the 107 year-old building.

Building owner and McKee Fehl managing director Maurice Clark said the restaurant would help create a "new hub" of activity in the area, which was home to many private and public sector offices but few restaurants.

Strengthening and repair work was due to finish late this year, after which tenants would take over the building, the Wellingtonian newspaper reported.

In late 2013, Oliver rejected SkyCity casino's dining precinct in Auckland as his restaurant location because he did not want to be associated with gambling.

According to Te Ara, the Public Trust Building was the only surviving building made of a true New Zealand granite. Forty years ago wreckers threatened to tear down the building but a 1975 campaign saved it from demolition.

Wellington mayor Celia Wade-Brown said she was delighted the popular chef chose the capital and she expected the restaurant to open early next year.

"I'm very excited and I'm very hungry," Ms Wade-Brown said today.

The mayor said she believed Mr Oliver chose Wellington because the city had a strong culinary culture and the hospitality industry was known for using quality local ingredients in restaurant dishes.

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PUTNAM COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) -- Construction is underway on a new restaurant in Putnam County.

A fence was installed on Tuesday for the new Panera Bread location at Liberty Square in Teays Valley. The sandwich and bakery shop will be built in the north west corner of the shopping center's parking lot. That's between Magic Mart and Bob Evans.

TJ Summers, owner of the Liberty Square Shopping Center, says Panera is expected to be 4,800 square feet and have a patio and drive-thru.

This will be the first Panera in Putnam County.

Summers tells WSAZ construction on the new restaurant is expected to be completed by June 15.

"Panera Bread will add a much needed restaurant choice to the market and we are very excited to have Panera Bread join Liberty Square's roster of tenants," Summers said.

Last year a lawsuit was dropped between the owners of Liberty Square and Neighborhood Hospitality, owner of the Applebee's.

The lawsuit claimed Applebee's was trying to keep other restaurants, like Panera Bread from moving into the shopping center.

The owner of Applebee's claimed its contract prevented similar restaurants from opening in the center, but again an agreement between the two parties was reached.

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Its important to keep an eye on what construction trends will crop up over the coming year. What measures and policies will become more prominent? What new projects and practices will appear?

As we dig deep into the new year and begin making changes in our work environments, it's essential that we take a moment to look ahead and see how the industry is evolving.

1. Safety will be the biggest concern Safety already is a concern for most companies and project managers, but new technology that emphasizes worker protection will earn time in the limelight this year. As it has been in the past, expect this to be a monumental theme. After all, without your labor force, you won't be able to accomplish anything, so you need to be sure they're protected properly each time they come on the job.

Some new devices we'll see entering the market this year include carbon monoxide-detecting hats, which use noninvasive blood oxygen monitors to alert workers when they are working in areas with high carbon monixide emissions, CO2 bricks and increased safety features for modern rigs and machinery. This may even be a great opportunity for you, as a safety or project manager, to analyze your equipment and workforce in regard to safety.

2. Ground-up construction will be big There has been a large influx of ground-up commercial construction projects over recent months, and that looks to continue into this year as well.

We shouldn't have to point out all the ideal opportunities and locations for retrofit and renovation projects that exist out there. However, even with the abundance of retrofit space, it looks like most retailers and restaurant owners are looking to instead break new ground.

It goes without saying that general commercial construction contractors will benefit from this new trend. They'll have much more work on their plates, and they'll be able to create different structures from scratch using traditional ground-up measures. It means more revenue and more work for everyone involved.

3. Passive home construction Net zero energy homes, which rely on solar and renewable energy solutions, gained in popularity in 2014 but I think well see an increase in passive home construction in 2015. Passive homes rely on home design and materials for auxiliary heating and cooling.

4. Lower construction equipment emissions Going green continues with construction equipment companies creating environmental solutions to lower their footprint. While this trend may not be as hot as the others, it is one worth mentioning. Caterpillar created new power systems and the Tier 4 Final engines that increase fuel efficiency and adheresto government emission standards.

5. Premium talent and skilled workers are growing rare It's difficult to pinpoint the exact reason for this, whether it's because younger crowds are choosing alternative careers or because the older, more skilled workers like the baby boomers are retiring. That said, premium talent and more skilled workers are becoming rare, and this is certainly going to get worse over the coming year.

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Walmart plans to open a new 24-hour store in Los Fresnos, but one small business owner says the big box retailer may hurt her local restaurant.

Construction workers have already started work on the new Walmart on West Ocean Boulevard in Los Fresnos. Its a big project for the relatively small town. "Our number one priority is our customers and that's what we're here for and get jobs for our neighborhood, said Walmart Manager Cynthia Garcia, who spoke to dozens of people Tuesday afternoon at a Los Fresnos AreaChamber of Commerce meeting. "Its bringing more jobs to the community, lots of employees that lost their jobs are actually applying right now," Garcia said. Not everyone agreed its a good idea. "It already affected us, a little," said local restaurant manager Elva Gutierrez. Elva Gutierrezs restaurant is a few blocks away from where the new Walmart is being built. A local supermarket already closed. Now Gutierrez fears that could impact the business she's been running for the last eight years. "It's rumored they closed because Walmart came and they couldn't compete," Gutierrez said. Without that clientele next door, Gutierrez is worried she may be forced to shut down. "It's my source of job. Of my kids. It means a lot," Gutierrez said. The Chamber said local business owners shouldn't be concerned. Chamber officials say they believe the Walmart will attract more people to the area and will benefit everyone. "I don't see why anybody would be wanting to travel to Brownsville or San Benito or Harlingen, said Chamber of Commerce Director Joe Aguilar. They can do their business here in Los Fresnos," The Walmart is scheduled to open in mid-March.

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The second LuLu's restaurant now under construction in Destin, Fla. is expected to open as early as this summer. Situated in a spot overlooking the Choctawhatchee Bay, the eatery will seat as many as 300 people.

Similar to its premier location in south Baldwin County, LuLu's at Homeport Marina, the Destin restaurant will engender the same feeling and atmosphere stretched out over 20,000 square feet of space.

George Martin, chief operating officer of LuLu's Landing Inc, the company owned by Lucy Buffett, the sister of singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett.

It will be much like "Gulf Shores," Martin said. "What we're committed to the most is our culture that has been created throughout the years. And we're just very committed to the experience that is very LuLu's."

The restaurant is known for its laid-back vibe, one that is especially suitable for families. As the company's website puts it, the first LuLu's "was little more than a bait shop, an outdoor burger joint and bar, situated on the edge of a nationally protected bird estuary..." The restaurant had to leave that spot in 2003 when the land was returned to the state.

LuLu's found a new home in Gulf Shores, and rebuilt on the Intracoastal Waterway. Lucy Buffett herself announced the coming new location in a video posted on YouTube last September."We're going to spread the Gumbo Love in Destin," she said in a prepared statement. "All it needs is some great food and fun."

The construction of the Florida panhandle location would be the first new standalone restaurant the company has opened since moving 11 years ago. Another spot would certainly had to be on the Gulf Coast, Martin said. At first, they thought about Okaloosa Island, but moved further east instead.

"The neat part about Destin is that it draws from another feeder market," Martin said. "It's close enough that our management team can take a car drive and be there in two hours, but, yet, it's far enough away that it's tapping into a different market."

Martin said he doesn't foresee any immediate growth in the company's future. "Our main focus is Destin," he said. But if they could plop a piece of real estate it would have to be on the Gulf Coast.

"I'd have to say the southern Gulf Coast of Florida;" -- the area around Tampa, St. Petersburg and Bradenton -- "is an area that we very much like. We love that blue water, there's intercostal running through there [too]."e

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St Modwen plans to build a new venue for the Restaurant Group at the Trentham Estate

DOZENS of jobs are set to be created with the opening of a new restaurant at the Trentham Estate.

Developer St Modwen will build the eatery at the main entrance to the tourist attractions car park, opposite the already popular Frankie and Bennys venue.

The chains parent company Restaurant Group plc will also lease the new 4,000 square foot unit, and is understood to be bringing its Joes Kitchen brand to Staffordshire for the first time.

Plans have been submitted to Stafford Borough Council, with construction expected to start by mid-summer.

It is hoped the new restaurant will be open in time for Christmas.

Mike Herbert, director of Trentham for St Modwen, said: The Restaurant Group plc will bring another great brand to the Trentham Estate, further improving the high-quality food and drink offer for visitors.

The plans are all part of our commitment to continually enhance the visitor experience and also include surfacing about 300 new permanent parking spaces for customers.

St Modwen has recently celebrated the 10th anniversary of its restoration and regeneration of the Trentham Estate which, as well as the historic gardens, now features a garden centre, 60 shops, cafes and restaurants and the 119 bedroom Premier Inn Hotel. The whole estate attracts more than three million visitors per year.

The Restaurant Group, which operates brands including Coast to Coast and Garfunkels, is also opening two further venues - a Chiquito and a Frankie and Bennys at the intu Potteries shopping centre in Hanley as part of a multi-million pound extension of the site.

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Black Rooster Taqueria a "new traditional Mexican farm-to-taco restaurant," will begin construction in March in Orlando's Mills50.Chef John Calloway's menu will include handmade corn tortillas and seasonal ingredients from local growers and purveyors.

Expect bowls ($10) such as pazole verde (pork shoulder, roast corn, tomatillo, chile poblano, radish, cilantro, onion, lime, queso fresco, tortilla chips; corn, flour or romaine tacos ($3) such as pork carnitas (slow-roasted free range pork, pickled onion, cilantro, habanero salsa); and sopes ($3) such as shrimp with pinto bean, white cabbage, cilantro, lime and chipotle aioli.

Calloway has worked in restaurants in New York, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Denver, San Diego, Brazil, Dubai, and Mexico. He also developed a concept for a Mexican restaurant at a Four Seasons Hotel in Mexico.

The decor at Black Rooster Taqueria will utilize reclaimed wood, recycled design elements and refurbished furniture from local antique shops and garage sales. The result will be a rustic Day Of The Dead vibe. The space was formerly home to Tony's Deli.

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