Restaurant.org: More than 60,000 people have already signed a petition opposing New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg's proposed "soda ban" in that city, the New Yorkers for Beverage Choices coalition says.More>>

NRN.com: Buffalo Wild Wings has begun sharing much of the new look that would accompany its continued growth in the United States and abroad, including a new logo and a glimpse at a new restaurant design that will debut later this year. More>>

Restaurant industry trade associations have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) on behalf of restaurants and restaurant employees who share in tips and participate in tip pools. The lawsuit was brought by the Oregon Restaurant and Lodging Association, the Washington...More>>

The Leeds-born DJ and producer who ascended with the original U.K. dubstep movement, Rusko, is launching his first-ever residency at Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas every Saturday in August. Starting August 4, Rusko will bring 90 minutes of his signature sound to Rain Nightclub; an electrifying...More>>

New York Times: Nick Mautone, the beverage director at the new SoHo restaurant Jezebel, may have faced the greatest challenge. Jezebel is a kosher restaurant, and the cocktails also had to fall in line with the laws of kashrut.More>>

Pernod Ricard USA, the premium spirits and wine company in the U.S., is proud to announce another great performance in the 2012 Ultimate Cocktail Challenge (UCC), including a ‘Chairman’s Trophy’ award in the Signature Cocktail Challenge, and a Finalist in the Classic Cocktail Challenge. More>>

Barenjager Honey Liqueur announces the launch of the brand's third national annual Barenjager Bartender Competition. More>>

Financial Times: A revival of speculation about its Moët Hennessy joint venture put Diageo in focus yesterday.More>>

National Restaurant News: The first-quarter Restaurant Social Media Index Top 100 is out, and proves yet again that restaurant brands both large and small can equally utilize social media to garner, engage and retain customers in the social sphere. More>>

T.G.I. Friday's is mixing it up again and inviting guests to beat the heat this summer with new beverage menu additions featuring fresh ingredients and fun flavor combinations. More>>