Texas Restaurant Association

Thank you Chair Angie Chen Button for visiting with local restaurant operators yesterday! The time and attention you gave each operator was special and deeply appreciated. We can’t wait to work with you in the next legislative session on childcare for working families and so much more. #TXRestaurants #txlege

Get ready for an unforgettable culinary experience! Join co-founders Chef Tiffany Derry and Tom Foley at the inaugural Shef F+W Festival in Grand Prairie, Texas, from November 8-10, 2024. 🍽️ The weekend will feature world-renowned talent like Carla Hall, Kwame Onwuachi, Michael Voltaggio, Erick Williams, and more, with exclusive events including a four-course dinner, whiskey tastings, a pickleball tournament, and a matinee with mimosas! Don't miss out on this incredible celebration of food, wine, and hospitality. Get your tickets now! https://lnkd.in/gaYpnSbh

Today, we are celebrating our October 10-year anniversaries with Harold's Bistro Bar, Bar, & Market, and Waffle House! We are grateful to have you as part of the TRA family and look forward to many more years of partnership to come! ♥️ #TXRestaurants #DineAtTheSign #TRA

It’s not too late to join us for the Restaurant Roundtable with Texas House Representative Angie Chen Button happening this afternoon! 🗣️ Don’t miss this chance to discuss property tax relief, share your business insights, and influence TRA’s advocacy efforts. This is a crucial opportunity to make your voice heard before the next legislative session. 📍 Pangea Restaurant & Bar 🕒 2:00 - 3:30 PM 📍 6309 N President George Bush Hwy #8101, Garland, TX 75044 Haven’t registered yet? There’s still time—grab your spot and join us today! 🙌 https://lnkd.in/g4RYgu3X

Another Travel With the TRA is complete! A recap of their past few days traveling includes: An awesome time in Barcelona, exploring museums, Gaudí’s architecture, and local cuisine, while building new friendships. In Gibraltar, they explored the iconic Rock, its caves, and had lunch by the sea. With 21 dining options at Puente Romano, the day ended with a beautiful sunset view and wine at LaPlaza before heading to Seville. After touring Seville's Plaza de España and the Royal Alcázar, the group flew to Lisbon, where they dined in the Baixa neighborhood. A walking food tour of Lisbon combined sightseeing with tastings of regional Portuguese dishes, followed by some retail therapy and dinner at Bairro Do Avillez Patio. Additionally, the group visited Fatima, where they experienced a powerful sense of faith, lighting candles for loved ones and intentions. At the farewell reception, the team recognized the dedicated efforts of Marco Bruni, Benjamin Knorr, Hayley Nicole Savage, and Dawn Ann Larios. Marco is now TRA’s official group tour guide after two years. Where will they go next year? Stay tuned!

🚨 TRA Members: Don’t miss the Bar & Restaurant Expo Texas in San Antonio, Oct 28-30, 2024! Discount code for TRA Members provided! ⬇️ We’re thrilled to invite you to the Bar & Restaurant Expo Texas event! This is your chance to network, learn, and grow alongside industry leaders and professionals who know the hustle of the restaurant world. 🍽️ 🎟️ Plus, TRA members get 10% OFF passes! Use promo code "TRASAVE" when you register. https://lnkd.in/eS6WGkqW

🌟 Hispanic Heritage Month Member Spotlight: Don Artemio Mexican Heritage 🌟 This week, we’re proud to highlight Don Artemio Mexican Heritage, a member of our Tarrant County Chapter. Don Artemio brings the rich culinary flavors of Northeast Mexico to life, offering a blend of tradition and contemporary cuisine, like their generational recipe Cabrito al Horno Lento. In honor of Día de los Muertos, they’ll be hosting a special 7-course Wine Dinner with Oaxacan Chef Ix-Chel Ornelas on October 30th, 2024, to honor and remember loved ones. We’re grateful to have Don Artemio as part of the TRA family and proud to support their dedication to preserving Mexican culinary traditions. 🇲🇽 #HispanicHeritageMonth #TXRestaurants #DineAtTheSign #CelebrateHispanicHeritage #HispanicRestaurants

🎃 6 ways to take advantage of the pumpkin spice season: Tap into the pumpkin spice craze to drive more fall profits for your restaurant. In this article, SpotOn shares six ways to attract seasonal diners with clever menu additions, marketing strategies, and promotions that get customers talking—and spending. Get tips here: https://lnkd.in/gQzEzqKe

🎉 Member Monday Spotlight: Russell Woodward 🎉 This week, we're thrilled to feature Russell Woodward, Director of Foodservice and Industry Relations at Nolan Ryan Beef and Chair of the Texas Restaurant Foundation! 🌟 Russell emphasizes that there are countless reasons to get involved with the Texas Restaurant Association and Texas Restaurant Foundation. Still, the one that stands out the most is the sense of community. No matter your role in the hospitality industry, TRA provides an incredible opportunity to collaborate with your peers and unify Texas restaurants on all fronts. 🤝 Thank you, Russell, for your leadership and dedication to strengthening the restaurant community in Texas! #TXRestaurants #DineAtTheSign #MemberMondays

TODAY, October 7th, is the last day to register to vote! Make your voice heard in the upcoming November election. Don't wait—take action now and ensure you're ready to make a difference. Click the link to register to vote or double check you're registered before it's too late! https://lnkd.in/e6pvuBJ