Membership matters.

Industry News (RSS)

September 1, 2010
Number of illegal immigrants in U.S. drops, report says
A deep recession and tougher border enforcement have led to a sharp decline in the number of immigrants entering the United States illegally in the past five years, contributing to the first significant reversal in the growth of their numbers in two decades, according to a new report by the Pew Hispanic...
September 1, 2010
California Strikes Down Proposal to Ban Plastic Bags
State Lawmakers Say Ban Went Too Far in Regulating Personal...
August 30, 2010
The Kitchen ties for 1st in Best California Wine List Competition
In honor of California Wine Month - which you can read more about in Wednesday's "Wine Buzz" column - the California Restaurant Association organizes a Best California Wine List Competition.
August 30, 2010
Mintel outlines fast casual setbacks
Mintel's recent foodservice survey and report on fast casual echoes what many in the limited service segment already know – the rampant growth of fast casual. According to the report, fast casual restaurant category accounted for estimated sales of $23 billion in 2010, up nearly 30 percent since 2006.
August 30, 2010
Retailers push sponsored bill to avoid environmental law
Special report: Sponsored bills in Sacramento Part 1, July 11: Lobbyists are increasingly taking control of lawmaking; plus graphics, searchable database.

Calendar of Events

Los Angeles Times Celebration of Food & Wine Event
Beats, Bites & Bordeaux on the Paramount Pictures Studio back lot. This Labor Day weekend, sample the best of Southern California. Indulge in gourmet tastings, fine wines and spirits, enjoy LA's top food trucks, a full concert set by indie rock duo...
Fresno Chapter Board of Directors Meeting 9.9.10
The California Restaurant Association Fresno chapter Board of Directors meets regularly to discuss upcoming events and local industry issues. The meeting is invite only and online registration is required....
North State Chapter Board of Directors Meeting 9.13.10
The California Restaurant Association North State chapter Board of Directors meet regularly to discuss upcoming events and local issues related to the food service industry. Attendance at this meeting is by invite only and online registration is requ...
Zocalo Public Square: Are Celebrity Chefs Good for Food?
LA Weekly food critic Jonathan Gold visits Zócalo with a panel of star chefs - including Nancy Silverton of Mozza, "Top Chef" Season Two winner Ilan Hall, and "Top Chef Masters" star Susan Feniger of Border Grill and Street - to find out how famous f...
Central Valley Chapter Board of Directors Meeting 9.14.10
The California Restaurant Association Central Valley chapter meet regularly to discuss events and local industry issues. The meeting is by invite only and online registration is required....
» View All