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Roland Dickey, Jr. says that together with the fundamental menu of his successful Texas barbecue brand Dickey's Barbecue Franchise, two secrets have allowed him to build the brand from twenty to over 500 inside ten years: details, and people. The details that make his stores a success are shared with his franchisees. The franchisees are carefully selected for their personal attributes so they are not only successful but also add to the brand family at Dickey's. Roland Dickey, Jr. is currently celebrating the efforts of franchisee, James Wright for signing on to open four new additional stores in Virginia over the next year. Two of the new stores will be located in Alexandria and Thornburg, and the last two sites are to be determined.

Harrington's Pub & Kitchen would not be one of the best restaurants in National Harbor unless they continued to host their annual Ugly Sweater Party this December. In fact, to put every party-goer's mind at ease, this acclaimed establishment is pleased to announce that their Fifth Annual Ugly Sweater Party will take place on Saturday, December 19. Prizes for the ugliest and most extravagant sweater will be awarded, and there will be plenty to drink as they will also be offering $15 pitchers of Coors Light, HPK Lager, and HPK IPA. Lastly, there will be a live band performing at 10:00 PM.

In addition to being a famous raw bar in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 6 Philly is also a great place to hold a holiday party or other event. In fact, individuals or organizations that are still looking for a restaurant or bar to host their holiday party at this year should turn to Pennsylvania 6 Philly as they are now booking holiday parties immediately.

Public House National Harbor is delighted to announce that they are securing reservations for private holiday gatherings. This establishment welcomes parties of all sizes and has a multitude of party packages available that will prove ideal for holiday-themed events. If interested in having this National Harbor restaurant cater a special gathering of another nature—such as a bachelor/bachelorette party, birthday party, wedding rehearsal dinner, or a business luncheon—please be sure to inquire immediately, as the demand for exclusive events is much higher this time of year.

Stucky's Bar and Grille, a new restaurant featuring classic American favorites, has opened in Johnsburg, Illinois. The restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner, includes a full bar, dining room and a private room suitable for groups, private parties and meetings. The restaurant is also planning to introduce video gaming within the next couple of months.

Public House National Harbor is pleased to announce their 2015 Thanksgiving event. On Thursday, November 26, those who would rather skip out on slaving away in their kitchen this year can head on over to this National Harbor restaurant for a Thanksgiving feast.

NFS has welcomed latest industry news that suggests three quarters of families are choosing to eat out together in restaurants more frequently than they were five years ago.

For any business, the success of its brand is its lifeblood. Brands represent the underlying ideals by which a business identifies and relates to its customers, and championing the values of a brand can help strengthen that relationship between a business and its audience. Dickey's Barbeque is a hugely popular Texas barbecue chain with over 520 stores, and CEO Roland Dickey Jr. is celebrating those who best embody the chain's brand values. The most recent Brand Championship awards has been given to Matt and Ashley Jensen, of Farmington, Utah.

City Tap House in University City, a celebrated craft beer bar in Philadelphia, is excited to announce their 2015 Thanksgiving Eve event. In fact, this year, the establishment will have one of the region's top Grateful Dead tribute bands, Splintered Sunlight, playing at 10:00 PM. There will be no cover to attend the event that night, and City Tap House will be offering a variety of drink specials that will have everyone feeling happy and thankful.

Looking for one of the best bars in DC to host a holiday party at this November or December? Well, consider City Tap House DC, as this acclaimed establishment, located at 901 9th Street in the nation's capital, is eager to let everyone know that they are now booking private holiday parties. City Tap House DC offers holiday happy hours, seated dinners, and cocktail events. What's more, they can even shut down the whole restaurant to the public one morning, afternoon, or night to allow an organization to have a truly private holiday party. Individuals who are interested in having their holiday party at City Tap House DC can email Lisa at lcascone@publichouseusa.com.

Field House, located at 1150 Filbert Street in the City of Brotherly Love, is eager to announce their November 2015 events. First off, this month is a big one for live music as this famous establishment will have the cover band "Lost in Paris" playing on Saturday, November 21, and the band "Long Miles" performing during their 6th Annual Thanksgiving Eve party on November 25.

Family-owned and operated Ribs to Spare restaurant is winning the hearts of San Gabriel Valley residents one sticky rib at a time. Since opening in 2012, the restaurant has quickly gained traction as one of the go-to spots for those seeking Chicago-style BBQ and all the tasty sides and desserts that come with the territory. The restaurant is also an ideal option for those in need of a caterer for weddings, corporate gatherings, and much more.

Individuals looking to have delicious dinner in Center City Philadelphia on a Thursday evening this fall or winter, can feel free to head on over to Pennsylvania 6 Philly. In fact, this well-known establishment, located at 114 S. 12th St., would like everyone to know that their Supper Club on Thursday evenings starts at 6pm and runs until 9pm. What's more, they also want everyone to know that they do offer all-inclusive party packages that will prove ideal for parties or events for any occasion.

Dallas, Texas is currently home to a new 'concept store' that has seen the transformation of an ordinary Dickey's Barbecue into a modern rustic yet technology-driven restaurant, with an impressive aesthetic providing a classic backdrop against which to enjoy authentic, slow-smoked barbecue, paying homage to 74 years in business. CEO Roland Dickey Jr. is looking to extend the concept nationwide with all future locations.

Roland Dickey, Jr. has had a busy year in 2015, but his personal engagements on the conference circuit have not deterred him from continuing the aggressive growth of his Dickey's Barbecue franchise, which now offers Texas style barbecue nationwide in over five hundred locations. Roland Dickey, Jr. is continuing explosive growth plans across the Northeast by bringing its signature slow-smoked barbecue to Pennsylvania with the addition of six future store locations following two newly executed Development Agreements. The new Dickey's Barbecue Pit stores will be located in the communities of Robinson Township, Cranberry Township, Hanover, Gettysburg and two stores in York.

There's few businesses as challenging as running a restaurant, bar or pub, especially when it comes to the very important concern of marketing to customers.  Jibbio 5-in-1 Marketing Toolkit, a package that's well regarded across many different business spaces, recently celebrated delivering 7 powerful web and mobile app tools to restaurateurs that save time, automates sales and brings in new customers.  Users have responded with enthusiasm.

Eight years ago M.J. Breaux took over the first Dickey's Barbecue Pit franchise in Mesquite, Texas. He knew that, with every barbecue competitor within a couple miles, he had his work cut out for him in operating the legacy store. But after 11 years in corporate America, he was ready for the challenge.

The creator of Salad Street, a new fast-food restaurant concept that incorporates a drive-thru salad bar format, has launched an IndieGoGo campaign to raise startup funds.  According to the creator, eating healthy can be very difficult.  "Making healthy food choices is harder than expected because the majority of them are based on convenience. Perhaps it is our busy schedule and limited time to prepare healthy meals. When our schedule starts to interfere with healthy eating habits, we start skipping meals and choose convenient or fast foods to eat instead. This brings us to today where 70% of all eating out consumption happens at a fast food restaurant, being readily available, inexpensive, filling and unhealthy," says the creator of Salad Street.

For those traveling through the United States capital this Thanksgiving, or for those who do not want to cook and would rather spend their day watching football at a bar, they should head on over to City Tap House DC for their 2015 Thanksgiving Day Event. From 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM, the establishment will be offering guests a traditional Thanksgiving menu in addition to their regular a la carte dinner menu. What's more, those staying the night at one of the city's hotels should also make sure to show their key to get 15% off their final bill. While reservations are not required for this event, they can certainly accept them; to make reservations, please call them at 202-644-9433 or email them at info@citytaphousedc.com.

Pennsylvania 6 DC, a new upscale restaurant featuring contemporary American cuisine, announces plans to open on November 13th in Franklin Square. An extension of the Pennsylvania 6 brand, the restaurant pays homage to Hotel Pennsylvania, the first social scene in Manhattan where entertainers and political players would come together over refined culinary dishes and hand-crafted cocktails. In helping to sustain the historical integrity of the original, Pennsylvania 6 DC's food and beverage program will be led by Sommelier and James Beard Award-winner Mark Slater and Culinary Director Brian Cooke. Owned by Chris Coco and designed by Washington, DC-based interior designer Maggie O'Neill from Swatchroom, Pennsylvania 6 DC is destined to be the next power spot to hit the District.

Trying to find one of the best restaurants in National Harbor to spend Halloween at this year? Well, look no further than Harrington's Pub & Kitchen, as they are pleased to announce their 5th Annual All Hallow's Eve Bash. The event, which has a live DJ and only a $10 cover charge, begins promptly at 10:00 PM. Furthermore, drink specials will also begin at 10:00 PM, and will include $5 Swamp Water, $5 Zombie Bombs and $5 Rogue Dead Guy Ales. Last, but not least, the staff theme for this year is "Super Heroes and Villains," and the establishment highly encourages guests to dress up, as they will also have prizes for the best costume.

Franchising is a brilliant way for people to run their own business with all the benefits of a pre-established brand and the buoyant support network of an already successful business. This 'best of both worlds' approach enables people to share in the good fortune of business leaders like Roland Dickey, Jr., who has created the next big thing in barbecue chains by transforming his family business into a franchise. Speaking at the 2015 Fast Casual Executive Summit, he revealed some of the secrets to his success for both business leaders and potential franchisees.

Christmas means many things to many people, whether it be summer in New Zealand or winter in England, whether it be a time for family or for friends, a time of great religious significance or simply a time to reflect and celebrate. One thing everyone can agree on is that it is a season of hearty, comforting food. Gobble of Auckland New Zealand is the very best at event catering, and has just released an amazing range of Christmas catering solutions on their website.

Although our summertime is shortly drawing to a close there's still plenty of time to book a barbecue or hog roast with The English Hog Roast Company.

The Fast Casual Executive Summit 2015 is the industry's biggest networking event, and all the biggest names and brands will be in attendance. The Summit is equally a great opportunity for those with aspirations of one day being a business leader in the industry to get amazing insight from the current generation of leaders. Roland Dickey, Jr. of Dickey's Barbecue Franchise, will sit on the Brand Unit Expansion Panel in the Franchise section to share such insights.