Levy Restaurants

Ballpark food — ranging from the classics to new creations and local favorites — is what makes the best baseball game memories. But did you ever stop to think, how did takoyaki get on the menu at Dodger Stadium? Blue crab is a given in Maryland, but how did the chefs at Oriole Park at Camden Yards blend the local staple into a unique handheld crab dip?   Four of our esteemed ballpark culinary leaders explored the unique process of developing menus for baseball season with Eater, sharing how Levy innovates what fans enjoy at the game. Check out the the full story below! https://lnkd.in/gpK7xnVw

Baseball is BACK — Happy Opening Day ⚾️

Portland is a leader in driving a more sustainable future. That commitment is on full display this week at Moda Center, where the Green Sports Alliance hosts a symposium highlighting how the arena and nearby venues are spearheading change through innovation and reusables. Our sustainability team, led by Vice President of Sustainability Mary McCarthy, will share alongside our Oregon Convention Center partner how the programs Levy is leading at the Moda Center, the convention center, and across the country are key to scaling-up reusable systems in large venues.

We’re proud to extend our longstanding partnership with Aston Villa Football Club. With renovated premium spaces, technology to improve the speed of service, and a new delicious food menu, we’re continuing to elevate the fan experience in big ways. Cheers to many more years of innovation, collaboration and partnership.

It may be March, but we’re already in the homestretch of menu planning for the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby. When you’re crafting menus for nearly 160,000 guests and one of the most unique and vast premium hospitality experiences anywhere, it’s truly a year-round process. Food & Wine joined our chefs and wonderful partners Churchill Downs Racetrack to explore that process. Learn how we work in-tandem with local Kentucky Farms and area purveyors to create menus that showcase the best, in-season produce and products – all delivered on a massive scale where technique and creativity meet precise execution. Check out the story below for more, including a sneak peek at this year’s Run for the Roses menu. #WeAreLevy https://lnkd.in/gJsi7D6B

This season, Delta Center debuted its new Mountain Menu, a fan-friendly offering built around the items Utah fans enjoy most. Behind the scenes and prior to launch, Levy and its E15 Group team worked closely with our great partners at Smith Entertainment Group to strategically design the menu and the execution.    This week’s Sports Business Journal issue went in-depth on the process behind the successful program. Read the full story in the link in our comments below.

From history makers to everyday heroes, we celebrate the passion, creativity and dedication of the women who make our industry and our world more welcoming and dynamic. They are our team members, partners, and leaders – true game changers who create the magic behind the best hospitality and experiences. This #WomensHistoryMonth, we honor the past, champion the future, and continue to push for a world where every woman is seen, heard, and valued. Our commitment to kindness, inclusivity, and support for one another remains unwavering. #WeAreLevy

BLK & Bold Specialty Beverages uses coffee as a bridge to connect culture, conversation, and community. Driven forward by the resilience of the Black entrepreneurs who have paved the way before them, they recognize the challenges that have shaped their journey:   "Generational barriers, systemic challenges, and lack of access have made it difficult for many to enter and thrive in business. Yet, our communities remain resilient in the face of adversity. That resilience is what drives us to build BLK & Bold with intention—knowing that every step we take not only strengthens our business but also creates a path for those coming next. Our goal is to continue that legacy by making specialty coffee accessible while driving meaningful change."

The stage is set at The Pinnacle! Nashville’s newest live music and entertainment venue makes its grand debut this week, and we’re ready to jam as the hospitality partner in this dynamic new space. Located in the heart of the vibrant and booming Nashville Yards district, The Pinnacle is uniquely designed to welcome world-class performers, such as Kacey Musgraves, deadmau5 and Journey – all on the schedule in the first few weeks. The thoughtfully designed venue boasts a capacity of 4,500 with elite acoustics, lighting infrastructure and Levy-curated beverage experience featuring a robust lineup of locally crafted beers and spirits, along with made-in-house frozen cocktails. We’re thrilled to join with AEG Presents to make this incredible new venue a magical experience that elevates Music City’s artistic and creative spirit. #WeAreLevy (📷 : Nick LeTellier / nicklphoto.com)

While studying at Indiana University in the 90s, planning out his future, Lathay Pegues had a bright idea. One that blended family and business: re-create his grandfather’s iconic barbecue sauce, a family recipe that had never been written down, based on his memory of the ingredients. It took him nearly five years to create the JohnTom’s BBQ original sauce, and it is now served at multiple Levy-operated college sports venues.   “The way I approach work is the way my grandfather, John Tom Branson, approached the craft of barbecuing. It was more than a pastime for him. It was his pure passion. He took pride in the entire process, from meat selection to the detailed smoking method,” said Pegues. “I watched this as a kid and soaked it all in for years. I had no idea that one day I would carry on my grandfather's tradition of providing quality BBQ sauce for the masses to enjoy.”