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[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

[November 20, 2007]
Secretary Leavitt Meets with National Restaurant Association Board Member to Discuss Import and Food Safety

[November 15, 2007]
Fact Sheet: "Takeout Turkey" and Dining Out on Thanksgiving Day

[November 14, 2007]
National Restaurant Association and CardFact, Ltd Announce Partnership for Gift Card Compliance and Consulting Services

[November 06, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Commends Administration for Moving Forward to Strengthen Import Safety and Food Protection

[November 05, 2007]
Romney Joins Major Business Groups Tomorrow for Presidential Town Hall

[November 02, 2007]
National Restaurant Association, National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Finalize Agreement on Transaction to Realign Operations

[November 02, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Hails FACTA "Fix"

[November 01, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Encourages Ed Tinsley to Run For New Mexico's Second Congressional District

[October 31, 2007]
Restaurant Industry Outlook Remains Positive Despite Decline in the Restaurant Performance Index

[October 29, 2007]
Giuliani Joins Major Business Groups Tomorrow for Presidential Town Hall

[October 25, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Commends Senate Finance Committee for Focus on Small Business Health Care

[October 23, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Seeking Individuals and Companies That Exemplify the American Dream for Second Annual Faces of Diversity Awards

[October 17, 2007]
MEDIA ADVISORY: Save-the-Date for National Restaurant Association 2008 Restaurant Industry Forecast and Public Policy Agenda Press Conference

[October 17, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Applauds Senate as One Year Extension of H-2B Returning Worker Program Moves Forward

[October 15, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Praises Governor Schwarzenegger for Vetoing Menu Labeling Bill

[October 15, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Applauds Produce Traceability Initiative

[October 12, 2007]
Major Business Groups Launch Presidential Town Hall Series

[October 10, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Reacts to Judge's Ruling on No-Match Regulations

[October 02, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Pushes for Reform as H-2B Visa Cap is Reached Early

[September 28, 2007]
Restaurant Industry Outlook Remained Positive as the Restaurant Performance Index Rose Slightly In August

[September 27, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Announces New Beverage Alcohol Event at Annual Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show®

[September 27, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Announces New Beverage Alcohol Event at Annual Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show®

[September 25, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Welcomes 700+ Restaurateurs to Washington D.C. for 2007 Public Affairs Conference

[September 25, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Announces Winners of Prestigious 2007 Restaurant Neighbor Award

[September 25, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Recognizes T-60 Grill with 2007 Restaurant Neighbor Award for Commitment to Education

[September 25, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Recognizes Canlis Restaurant with 2007 Restaurant Neighbor Award for Culinary Job Training

[September 25, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Recognizes Ninety Nine Restaurants with Restaurant Neighbor Award for Hunger Relief, Job Training Efforts

[September 25, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Recognizes Pano Karatassos of Buckhead Life Restaurant Group with Restaurant Neighbor Award for Community Leadership

[September 21, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Applauds House Introduction of Restaurant Depreciation Legislation

[September 21, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Announces Final Schedule of Speakers to Address 2007 Public Affairs Conference

[September 19, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Announces Additional Speakers to Address 2007 Public Affairs Conference

[September 13, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Announces Two Congressional Leaders to Address 2007 Public Affairs Conference

[September 11, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Reacts to Court Ruling on Menu Labeling in New York City

[August 31, 2007]
Restaurant Industry Outlook Softened Somewhat As The Restaurant Performance Index Declined in July

[August 21, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Seeks Applications for the Prestigious 2008 Kitchen Innovations™ Awards

[August 10, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Statement Regarding Administrative Immigration Reforms

[August 01, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Announces Former White House Press Secretaries to Address 2007 Public Affairs Conference

[August 01, 2007]
National Restaurant Association, NASDAQ Host Food and Restaurant Industry Forum Highlighting Economic Force of Industry

[July 31, 2007]
Restaurant Industry Outlook Improved as National Restaurant Association's Restaurant Performance Index Rose in June

[July 31, 2007]
America's Restaurants Play Major Role in Travel and Tourism This Summer

[July 27, 2007]
UPDATED AGENDA: NASDAQ, National Restaurant Association to Host Food and Restaurant Industry Forum

[July 27, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Statement on House Passage of the Farm Bill

[July 19, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Applauds House Panel for Review of Unfair Credit Card Interchange Fees

[July 18, 2007]
NASDAQ, National Restaurant Association to Host Food and Restaurant Industry Forum

[July 17, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Names Dawn Sweeney President and CEO

[July 17, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Names Dawn Sweeney President and CEO

[June 29, 2007]
Restaurant Industry Outlook Remains Positive as the Restaurant Performance Index Holds Relatively Steady

[June 28, 2007]
Association Disappointed in Senate Failure to Act on Immigration Reform Legislation

[June 26, 2007]
Senate Gives America’s Workers Their Independence Day

[June 25, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Sends Strong Message to Senators: Act Now to Move the Immigration Debate Forward

[June 20, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Voices Strong Opposition to So-Called Employee Free Choice Act

[June 14, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Takes A Stand on Biofuels Policy

[June 08, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Congratulates Winners of Most Prestigious U.S. Chef Competition

[June 08, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Calls on Senate to Quickly Resume Work on Immigration Reform Bill

[June 06, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Underscores the Importance of Comprehensive Immigration Reform at Congressional Hearing

[June 01, 2007]
2007 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show Features Record Breaking Exhibitors

[June 01, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Chairman meets with President Bush, Says Immigration Bill Must Move Forward

[May 31, 2007]
Restaurant Industry Outlook Remains Positive Despite Decline in Restaurant Performance Index

[May 24, 2007]
La Asociación Nacional de Restaurantes elige a Richard E. Rivera como Presidente

[May 24, 2007]
The National Restaurant Association Reacts to Minimum Wage Increase, Tax Relief Package Included in Iraq Spending Bill

[May 22, 2007]
Results of American Culinary Classic Competition at 2007 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[May 21, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Announces New Green Task Force to Lead Its Environmental Initiative, Industry Efforts

[May 21, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Announces Winners of Inaugural Faces of Diversity Awards

[May 21, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Honors Fair Deal Cafe Owner Koshy Chacko with Inaugural Faces of Diversity American Dream Award

[May 21, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Honors Jack in the Box Franchisee Atour Eyvazian with Inaugural Faces of Diversity American Dream Award

[May 21, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Honors Typhoon! Chef/Owner Bo Kline with Inaugural Faces of Diversity American Dream Award

[May 21, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Honors Darden Restaurants, Inc., With Inaugural Faces of Diversity Inspiration Award

[May 21, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Honors Sushi Neko with Inaugural Faces of Diversity Inspiration Award

[May 20, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Elects Eight Industry Leaders to Serve on Board of Directors

[May 20, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Elects Richard E. Rivera As Chairman

[May 20, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Elects Michael S. Kaufman As Vice Chairman

[May 20, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Elects Michael Gibbons As Treasurer

[May 20, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Awards Scholarships During 2007 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[May 19, 2007]
Hennessy Award Winners Announced at the 2007 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[May 17, 2007]
MEDIA ADVISORY: Respected U.S. Senator Fred Thompson to Keynote 2007 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[May 16, 2007]
MEDIA ADVISORY: National Restaurant Association to Announce Winners of Inaugural Faces of Diversity Awards during 2007 Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[May 15, 2007]
10 Guaranteed Headline-Makers from the 2007 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[May 15, 2007]
10 Guaranteed Headline-Makers from the 2007 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

[May 15, 2007]
National Restaurant Association Seeks Applicants for Its Annual Restaurant Neighbor Award to Recognize Outstanding Community Service

[May 14, 2007]
2007 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show Exhibit Space Officially Sold Out for Second Consecutive Year

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