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FSR May 2023 No. 113

CASUAL DINING GIANT APPLEBEE’S TALLIED 1,569 OPEN U.S. LOCATIONS AS OF YEAR-END 2022.

34 From Reality to Restaurant ‘Real Housewives’ star Kandi Bur russ and husband Todd Tucker are making their mark on the Atlanta dining scene. 48 Applebee’s New Era of Dining Applebee’s new president Tony Moralejo is leading the neighbor hood bar and grill into the future. 40 The NRA Show Preview Here’s our guide to the must-see sessions at the restaurant indus try’s influential spring showcase from May 20-23. CHEFS & INGREDIENTS 17 Stirring the Pot (Roast) Two-time James Beard Award-win ning chef Gavin Kaysen is reach ing legendary status at Spoon and Stable and his other Minneapolis based restaurants. 22 The Brunch Boom Non-breakfast brands are embrac ing the revenue-generating daypart, like The Brass Tap and The ONE Group’s Kona Grill and STK. LIQUID INTELLIGENCE 29 Subscribe to Imbibe Exclusive members-only programs are elevating bar culture and bot tom lines at BJ’s Beer Club and Neshaminy’s Creek Club.

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