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Houston…we have a problem. A conservation problem, that is. In today's climate, (figuratively and literally) now is as good of a time as any to get with the program and start conserving! Training your brain to conserve is something that will impact every aspect of your personal and professional life. ...Read More

Mark your calendar

August

  8 ServSafe Testing at the GHRA office
  10-12 Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Assoc. Talent Development Summit
  11-17 Houston Restaurant Week
  19-20 ServSafe training at Acemart on Chimney Rock
     

September - National Food Safety Education Month, National Preparedness Month

  1 Labor Day - GHRA office closed
  6 Board of Directors' Retreat
  9 GHRA Gala Kickoff Party
  15-16 TRA Board of Director's Meeting
  16-17 ServSafe training at Acemart - Chimney Rock
  21-28 Share Our Strength's Great American Dine Out
  23-24 NRA Public Affairs Conference
  TBD GHRA Educational Outlet #1
  TBD GHRA PAC on the Patio
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Member news and events

Save the Date for GHRA's 2008-2009 events ...Read More

TRA has a new slate of officers ...Read More

Mockingbird Bistro Wine Bar appoints new wine director and GM ...Read More

Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Assoc. Talent Development Summit; August 10-12 in Chicago ...Read More

Houston Restaurant Week to benefit the End Hunger Network, Aug 11-17 ...Read More

The Ultimate Foodlover's Guide to Houston, from the My Table editors, is set to be released this month ...Read More

Share Our Strength's Great American Dine Out will occur Sept 21-28 ...Read More

NRA Public Affairs Conference Sept 23-24 ...Read More

GO TEXAN's first statewide Dine-Out day scheduled for Oct. 1 ...Read More
Legislative Issues

Updates on the Political and Public Policy Front

Lt. Governor David Dewhurst spoke at 2008 TRA Expo ...Read More

Minimum Wage increase went into effect July 24 ...Read More

2009 Legislative Outlook ...Read More
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Did You Know

Interesting News Articles for Restaurateurs

The latest on the salmonella scare ...Read More

New state law in Florida has restaurants giving away more than ever ...Read More

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WELCOME NEW GHRA MEMBERS
  Baker & McKenzie LLP Hubbell And Hudson
  Big Mamou, LLC Java Paws / SDH Ent., Inc.
  Brandt Electrical Service, Inc. La Dolce Vino
  City Of Shenandoah - C/V Bureau Lone Star Banners & Flags (Houston Chapter)
  CJ's Hot Dogs & More Mrs. Siobhan Dagleish
  Edloe Street Cafe And Deli Norton's Texas Grill & Pub
  Empowered Hospitality Solutions, Inc. Republic Payment Systems
  FBHauditing (ID S.A) Roosevelt Lodge Cafe
  Friendship Center / Montgomery Cnty Comm On Aging Southwest Tax Recovery / SWTR Group Inc
  Hill Restaurant / Kenru Enterprises LTD Tailgators Pub & Grill
  Homestead On 19th Ventilation Services, Inc.
  Hotchkiss Insurance Agency, Inc. (Houston Chp) Walt's Tavern / Grape & Bean LLC
THANKS TO OUR FOUNDER'S CLUB FOR A GREAT YEAR


As we gear up for the 2008-2009 year, the GHRA is planning social, educational and political events for the Association's members and guests. This is the best time to become involved as a year-round Founder's Club sponsor, securing corporate recognition and tickets for every event! You can enhance your exposure to restaurant owners and operators by joining this elite group of industry dignitaries exclusively and continuously recognized and supported by the Association. What's more, your contributions help invest in restaurateurs of tomorrow, with a portion of your sponsorship dollars going toward the GHRA Scholarship Fund, local culinary programs and affiliated charities. Let us know if you're interested in getting more information on The Founder's Club!

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Food For Thought

"Our waiter would have been better cast as an undertaker."
Diner Outtake from Zagat.com

"Most of the food here tastes like cheese with extra cheese on top."
Diner Outtake from Zagat.com

 

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