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Sam FoxSam Fox, founder of Phoenix-based Fox Restaurant Concepts, left the company Oct.
Sam Fox, founder of Phoenix-based Fox Restaurant Concepts, left the company Oct. 30. He plans to focus on Author & Edit Hospitality, which developed the Global Ambassador hotel in Phoenix. His exit comes seven years after The Cheesecake Factory bought the company for more than $350 million. Phoenix New Times lists Flower Child, Culinary Dropout and North Italia among its Valley restaurants.
News Notes · Today’s editionSources: KTAR News 92.3 FM, Phoenix New Times
HanaHana Japanese Eatery, the family-run restaurant known for sushi, sashimi, tempura, bento boxes and noodle dishes, is closing, according to an Instagram post Friday from its co-owners.
Hana Japanese Eatery, the family-run restaurant known for sushi, sashimi, tempura, bento boxes and noodle dishes, is closing, according to an Instagram post Friday from its co-owners. Phoenix New Times counts 19 years, while The Arizona Republic's headline says 20 years. Lori Hashimoto is the chef and co-owner.
News Notes · Saturday’s editionSources: Phoenix New Times, azcentral.com and The Arizona Republic