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The Paterakis family spins off a new concept from its 70-year-old Baltimore bakery.

We took a look at Ohio Liquor’s sales growth, a local craft brewery is expanding and an old Bob Evans is getting a new non-restaurant use.

The week in Columbus area restaurant and food news starts with Ohio Liquor:

The department got new leadership in 2017 and since has seen sales grow by 61% in the years since. The gain’s important since liquor sales fund economic development efforts in the state.
One sprits sales driving tactic has been the launch of Ohio’s barrel pick program, which brings…

Owner Marisa Monyakula says the Overland Park expansion is an opportunity to expand her well-known brand as well as to test two new restaurant concepts that have been on her mind for a while.

Fresh off their World Series victory, the Houston Astros are looking to make moves off the field. The organization aims to break ground this fall on a downtown hotel and entertainment center connected to Minute Maid Park.

Here's what gives the company an edge in the industry.

The new restaurant will open on Taco Tuesday with all-day specials and special entertainment.

Cary lauded for livability by Niche; Downtown Raleigh concert series 'Live After 5' is gearing up again after a long hiatus.

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The new specialty grocery coming to Upper Arlington is offering a holiday preview for potential customers.

Selma just approved a $40,000 incentive to bring a new restaurant to its downtown.