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[November 13, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Calls for Applications for Third Annual Faces of Diversity Awards

[November 12, 2008]
Fact sheet: Thanksgiving Dining and Takeout

[November 05, 2008]
Restaurateurs Congratulate President-Elect and Look to Lawmakers for Action on Economy, Food Prices

[November 03, 2008]
Media, Exhibitor Registration for 2009 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show® and International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event Now Open

[October 31, 2008]
Outlook for the Restaurant Industry Dampened as Restaurant Performance Index Fell to Record Low

[October 22, 2008]
New Coalition Advocates National Nutrition Standard for Chain Restaurants

[October 17, 2008]
National Restaurant Association, Fishbowl Expand Partnership to Include Online Ordering/Reservations, Mobile Marketing and Web Services

[October 08, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Applauds Major Victory for the Restaurant Industry

[October 03, 2008]
Nearly 800 National Restaurant Association Members Attend 2008 Public Affairs Conference

[October 03, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Statement on U.S. House Vote on the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008

[October 01, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Announces Final Agenda for Upcoming "Food Safety in the 21st Century Marketplace" Conference

[September 30, 2008]
Uncertain Economy Dampens Restaurant Industry Outlook as Restaurant Performance Index Stood Below 100 for 10th Consecutive Month

[September 30, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Statement Regarding Passage of California Nutrition Disclosure Law

[September 26, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Awards Grassroots Activists at 2008 Public Affairs Conference

[September 25, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Statement on the Nation's Financial Crisis

[September 25, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Statement About Introduction of LEAN Act In Congress

[September 24, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Applauds Senate Approval of Restaurant Depreciation Provision

[September 23, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Announces Winners of 10th Annual Restaurant Neighbor Award for Commitment to Community Service

[September 23, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Recognizes Chili’s Grill & Bar with 2008 Restaurant Neighbor Award

[September 23, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Recognizes Keystone Apple in Mechanicsburg, Pa., with 2008 Restaurant Neighbor Award

[September 23, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Recognizes Barry’s Café in Raleigh with 2008 Restaurant Neighbor Award

[September 23, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Recognizes Valerie Daniels-Carter of V&J Holding Companies Inc., with 2008 Restaurant Neighbor Award

[September 19, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Conserve Hosts Free Webinars on How "Going Green" Can Improve the Bottom Line

[September 18, 2008]
National Restaurant Association 2008 Public Affairs Conference Brings Record-Breaking Number of Industry Leaders to Washington, D.C.

[September 18, 2008]
Food Service Technology Center Named Official Partner of National Restaurant Association Conserve Environmental Initiative

[September 17, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Highlights SHOP Act as Model of Bipartisan Cooperation on Health Care

[September 15, 2008]
Ready, Set, Go! NRAEF Launches New Scholarship Opportunities with Common Knowledge Scholarship Foundation

[September 12, 2008]
National Restaurant Association President Dawn Sweeney To Work At Jack’s Oyster House As Part of “Day in the Life” Series

[September 11, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Member Testifies on Key Tax Issue at Congressional Hearing

[September 09, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Announces 2008 SPIRIT Awards Winners

[September 03, 2008]
Registration for 2009 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show® and International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event Now Open

[August 29, 2008]
Restaurant Industry Performance Remained Soft as Restaurant Performance Index Was Unchanged In July

[August 28, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Announces Conference on Food Safety in the 21st Century Marketplace

[August 25, 2008]
National Food Safety Education Month® Launches 2008 Spanish Training Materials

[August 25, 2008]
Welcoming Guests With Food Allergies to Restaurants

[August 21, 2008]
NRAEF and MFHA Award $12,500 in Scholarships to Diverse High School and College Students

[August 21, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Announces Speakers for 2008 Public Affairs Conference

[August 20, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Calls On Equipment Manufacturers to Apply for 2009 Kitchen Innovations™ Awards

[August 19, 2008]
Friends of New Orleans Culinary Benefit to Kick Off Democratic, GOP Conventions

[August 12, 2008]
Hennessy Travelers Association Provides Educational Opportunity for U.S. Air Force Foodservice Personnel at Culinary Institute of America

[August 08, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Responds to CSPI Report on Health Inspection Violations in Restaurants

[August 07, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Expresses Disappointment in EPA Decision to Deny Texas Renewable Fuel Standard Waiver Request

[August 04, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Responds to Newest CSPI Slam on Nation’s Chain Restaurants

[July 31, 2008]
Restaurant Performance Index Declined in June as Same-Store Sales and Customer Traffic Slipped

[July 31, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Calls for Re-evaluation of Food Safety System and Implementation of Needed Improvements at Congressional Hearing

[July 29, 2008]
New Direction for Tennessee Restaurant Association

[July 24, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Calls for Increase in Federal Business Meal Deduction for Small Businesses

[July 23, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Applauds Introduction of the Small Business CHOICE Act on Capitol Hill

[July 17, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Applauds U.S. House Judiciary Committee Passage of Credit Card Fair Fee Act

[July 16, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Gathers Industry at Nutrient Essentials Conference to Explore the Issue of Sodium

[July 10, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Reacts to CDC Guidance on Chili Peppers

[July 09, 2008]
First Ever Inter-Industry Import Safety Summit a Success

[July 02, 2008]
Agenda Set for Import Safety Summit in Washington, D.C.

[June 30, 2008]
Restaurant Performance Index Advanced in May as Industry Same-Store Sales Turned Positive

[June 25, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Commends U.S. House of Representatives for Passage of Bipartisan ADA Amendments Act

[June 24, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Launches Restaurant Action Network

[June 24, 2008]
National Restaurant Association, NASDAQ OMX to Host Food and Restaurant Industry Forum

[June 23, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Encourages EPA to Approve Texas Waiver Request

[June 19, 2008]
Inaugural International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event Featured 400+ Brands and Labels, Education Programs by Industry's Leading Experts

[June 18, 2008]
2008 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show Exhibitors Donate 87,000+ Meals to Chicago's Hungry

[June 11, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Member Joins U.S. Rep. Peter Welch to Introduce Legislation on Credit Card Interchange Fees

[June 11, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Supports Call for Additional FDA Funding

[June 10, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Announces "Nutrient Essentials: Sodium and the Healthy Plate" Conference

[June 10, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Joins Campaign Calling on Congress to Revisit Food-to-Fuel Mandates

[June 10, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Reacts to FDA Warning on Certain Types of Tomatoes

[June 06, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Honors Carlson Restaurants Worldwide with Faces of Diversity Award

[June 06, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Honors Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants with Faces of Diversity Award

[June 06, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Honors Eddie Flores of L&L Hawaiian Barbecue with Faces of Diversity Award

[June 06, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Honors McDonald's First Hispanic Franchisee Henry Garcia with Faces of Diversity Award

[June 06, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Honors Whataburger's Nicole Jackson with Faces of Diversity Award

[June 04, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Hails Primary Election Victory of Restaurateur Ed Tinsley in New Mexico's 2nd Congressional District

[June 03, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Comments as President Bush Signs FACTA Fix Into Law

[May 30, 2008]
Restaurant Performance Index Rose in April But Remained Below 100 for Sixth Consecutive Month

[May 30, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Names Patrick Volz EVP and CFO

[May 29, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Releases Employment Outlook for Summer of 2008

[May 22, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show Momentum Remains Strong

[May 19, 2008]
Presidential Candidate Senator John McCain talks Policy at the 2008 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[May 19, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Launches Conserve Initiative to Educate and Inspire Restaurants to "Go Green"

[May 19, 2008]
Presidential Candidate Senator John McCain talks Policy at the 2008 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[May 18, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Names Three New Officers to Board of Trustees

[May 18, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Elects Michael S. Kaufman as Chairman of its Board of Directors

[May 18, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Elects Michael Gibbons Vice Chairman

[May 18, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Elects Sally Smith As Treasurer

[May 18, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Elects Thirteen New Members to Serve on Board of Directors

[May 18, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Announces Winners of Second Annual Faces of Diversity Award

[May 17, 2008]
High-Volume Restaurants Going Trans-Fat Free One Unit at a Time

[May 17, 2008]
Hennessy/Hill Award Winners Announced at the 2008 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show®

[May 17, 2008]
MEDIA ADVISORY: Presidential Candidate Senator John McCain to Address 2008 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[May 17, 2008]
Hennessy/Hill Award Winners Announced at the 2008 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show®

[May 16, 2008]
MEDIA ADVISORY: National Restaurant Association to Announce Launch of Initiative to Promote Sustainable Restaurant Practices

[May 15, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Member Testifies on Food Price Increases at Congressional Hearing

[May 15, 2008]
U.S. House Committee Takes a Closer Look at Credit Card Fair Fee Act

[May 14, 2008]
Top Industry Executives and Trendsetters to Share Keys to Success at 2008 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[May 14, 2008]
Coach Joe Crosby to Deliver Keynote Address at 2008 SPIRIT Awards and FMP® Recognition Breakfast

[May 14, 2008]
Legislation Clarifying FACTA Moves Forward in Congress

[May 13, 2008]
2008 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show Exhibit Space Officially Sold Out for Third Consecutive Year

[May 12, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Announces Winner of Its "Hot Chef" Challenge on YouTube™

[May 12, 2008]
MEDIA ADVISORY: Presidential Candidate Senator John McCain to Address 2008 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show Attendees

[May 09, 2008]
"Going Green" Is Big at This Year's National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[May 09, 2008]
Media Statement: How Spiking Food Prices Impact Restaurants

[May 08, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Hails Senate Legislation Clarifying FACTA

[May 08, 2008]
National Restaurant Association and NRA Educational Foundation Host Education Sessions on Critical Industry Issues at NRA Show 2008

[May 07, 2008]
National Restaurant Association/National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation to Highlight New Programs and Services at 2008 Show

[May 07, 2008]
Rachael Ray's Yum-o! Organization and the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) Award $50,000 in Scholarships

[May 06, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Vice President Elected to Key Food-Safety Board

[May 05, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Seeks Applicants for Its 10th Annual Restaurant Neighbor Award to Recognize Outstanding Community Service

[May 05, 2008]
2008 National Food Safety Education Month Theme Tackles Food Allergens

[May 01, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Announces Key Partnership with the Global Food Safety Initiative

[May 01, 2008]
2008 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show Highlights All the Latest Equipment and Technology Trends

[April 30, 2008]
Restaurant Industry Outlook Softens as the Restaurant Performance Index Declined in March

[April 29, 2008]
Students Rise to the Top at the Seventh Annual National ProStart Invitational

[April 28, 2008]
Mother's Day Dining Fact Sheet

[April 25, 2008]
2008 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show Is Global Marketplace, International Hospitality Hub

[April 24, 2008]
Culinary Scene To Feature Top Chefs, YouTube™ "Hot Chef" Winner at 2008 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[April 23, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Welcomes Introduction of Food Safety Legislation on Capitol Hill

[April 23, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Comments on DHS Proposed "No-Match" Letter Regulations

[April 22, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation to Award $76,500 in Scholarships During 2008 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[April 21, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Calls for Entries for "Hot Chef" Challenge on YouTube

[April 18, 2008]
Enhancing the Total Dining Experience is the Focus in Chicago

[April 17, 2008]
33 ProStart® Educators Honored with 2008 ProStart Educator Excellence Awards

[April 16, 2008]
MEDIA ADVSIORY: McDonald's Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Jim Skinner to Keynote 2008 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[April 16, 2008]
MEDIA ADVSIORY: McDonald's Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Jim Skinner to Keynote 2008 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[April 16, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Expresses Disappointment About Court Ruling on Menu Labeling in New York City

[April 16, 2008]
Congressional Hearing on H-2B Visa Program Brings Massachusetts Restaurateur to Capitol Hill

[April 15, 2008]
New Research Helps Restaurant Operators Plan Ahead to Weather Economic Challenges

[April 10, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Member Testifies on Key Tax Issue at Congressional Hearing

[April 04, 2008]
"Greening" of Restaurant Industry Focus of Education Session Series at 2008 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[April 02, 2008]
Leading Celebrity Chefs and Restaurateurs to Share Insights, Recipes at 2008 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[March 31, 2008]
Restaurant Performance Index Remains Below 100 for Fourth Consecutive Month in February

[March 31, 2008]
Cain, Washington to Address Restaurant and Foodservice Students at NRAEF’s Michael E. Hurst Student Forum

[March 18, 2008]
"Delivering Results, Earning Trust": NRA Chairman Rivera Delivers Keynote Address to National Food Safety Summit

[March 14, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Welcomes Restaurant-and-Hospitality Industry to 89th Annual Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[March 14, 2008]
Culinary Scene to Showcase Menu Trends, Food-Alcohol Pairings and Chef Creativity at 2008 Show

[March 14, 2008]
2008 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show Recognizes Culinary Talent, Serves to Inspire

[March 14, 2008]
Ask the Design Experts Consulting Feature Offers Free, Customized Advice at the 2008 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[March 14, 2008]
More than 65 Education Sessions To Deliver Industry Expertise at the 2008 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[March 14, 2008]
Specialty Pavilions Highlight Trends and Expert Advice at the 2008 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[March 14, 2008]
Top Ice Sculptors From Around the Country to Amaze Spectators in Annual Ice Carving Classic Competition

[March 14, 2008]
Industry Honorees Announced for 21st Annual Salute to Excellence

[March 11, 2008]
Restaurant Industry Unites to End Childhood Hunger with Share Our Strength’s Great American Dine Out™ Sept. 21-28, 2008

[March 10, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Applauds Credit Card Fair Fee Act

[February 29, 2008]
Restaurant Performance Index Registered First Gain in Five Months in January

[February 25, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Launches RestaurantsVote.com

[February 21, 2008]
Online Media Registration for 2008 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show® Now Open

[February 19, 2008]
International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event Education Sessions to Offer Insight on Trends, Profitability, Responsible Service

[February 13, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Hails Enactment of Economic Stimulus Package

[February 08, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Praises Final Passage of Economic Stimulus Package

[January 31, 2008]
Restaurant Performance Index Declined for the Fourth Consecutive Month in December

[January 31, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Reacts to NYC Court Filing to Stop Onerous Government Regulation on Menu Labeling

[January 29, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Welcomes President's Call for Swift Passage of Economic Stimulus Package

[January 29, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Comments on ADA Restoration Act as House Committee Considers Legislation

[January 24, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Lauds Deal on Federal Stimulus Package

[January 15, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Announces 2008 Kitchen Innovations™ Award Recipients

[January 14, 2008]
Indiana Restaurateur to Tour U.S. Air Force Foodservice Facilities Worldwide for Prestigious Hennessy Award Program

[January 14, 2008]
California Restaurateur to Tour U.S. Air Force Foodservice Facilities Worldwide for Prestigious Hennessy Award Program

[January 10, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Extends Application Deadline for Faces of Diversity Awards to January 25

[January 07, 2008]
National Restaurant Association Pushes for Reform as H-2B Visa Cap is Reached Early

[December 28, 2007]
Restaurant Industry Outlook Softens as Restaurant Performance Index Declined in November

[December 13, 2007]
MEDIA ADVISORY: 4 Million Businesses Nationwide Receive 2007 Economic Census

[December 12, 2007]
Restaurant Industry to Continue to Be Major Driver in Nation's Economy Through Sales, Employment Growth in 2008

[December 12, 2007]
Restaurant Industry in All 50 States to Grow Sales, Add Jobs in 2008 and Beyond, According to National Restaurant Association Research

[December 12, 2007]
Consumer Demand for Ways to Fit Quality Meals Into Hectic Schedules Shape Restaurant Trends in 2008, According to National Restaurant Association

[December 10, 2007]
MEDIA ADVISORY: National Restaurant Association to Unveil 2008 Restaurant Industry Forecast and Legislative Outlook

[December 06, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Congratulates Friends of the Industry on New Senate Leadership Posts

[November 30, 2007]
National Restaurant Association's TakeCharge Program Saved the Restaurant Industry $5 Million

[November 30, 2007]
Restaurant Industry Outlook Softens Amid Moderate Decline in the Restaurant Performance Index

[November 29, 2007]
Secretary Leavitt Discusses Import and Food Safety with National Restaurant Association Board Member at Boston's Cheers Restaurant

[November 29, 2007]
Fred Thompson Joins Major Business Groups for Presidential Town Hall

[November 29, 2007]
Small Is Big On Restaurant Menus and Craft Beer Tops Beverage Trend, National Restaurant Association Research Finds

[November 29, 2007]
Craft Beer, Signature Cocktails and Organic Wine Top List of Restaurant Beverage Trends, National Restaurant Association Research Finds

[November 29, 2007]
Small Is Big On Restaurant Menus and Craft Beer Tops Beverage Trend, National Restaurant Association Research Finds

[November 29, 2007]
Craft Beer, Signature Cocktails and Organic Wine Top List of Restaurant Beverage Trends, National Restaurant Association Research Finds

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