Covering All Things Florida
Floyd “Sonny” Tillman spent most of his life working. Not the kind of work that draws attention, but the kind that fills days and wears on your hands. He believed in showing up, doing things the right way, and letting the results speak for themselves.
Hooters, the iconic Clearwater-founded restaurant chain known for its chicken wings and distinctive “Hooters Girls,” has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The filing comes as part of a strategic plan to restructure the company and facilitate a sale to a group of franchisees, including some of the original Clearwater, Florida founders.
Every year, chefs and restaurant owners around the world anxiously await the release of the latest edition of the MICHELIN Guide, often referred to simply as the “red guide.” This moment can define careers and shape culinary reputations. The central question on their minds is always whether their establishment may finally be awarded a coveted Michelin star, or if they already have stars, whether they might earn another. Either way, just making the guide is a big start, and can change everyting for a restaurant.
