This month, ChowNow fulfilled our 100 millionth takeout order. While we’re only getting started upending an online ordering industry that is broken, we’ve reached this milestone for a simple reason: We’re empowering restaurants. I started ChowNow, the only app that lets restaurants take back control of their online ordering, simply because I love restaurants. My […]
The HomeState Summer Edit: Margaritas, Music, and Charity
On Saturday, September 5th, ChowNow partnered with HomeState to sponsor one of the most anticipated events of the Los Angeles Summer: Margarita Showdown. This festival aims to reconnect the local community amid coronavirus through exclusive digital performances and hand-delivered Margarita boxes. Can you say, refreshing? ChowNow’s Social Media Manager Erin Doll sat down with HomeState […]
L.A. Roundup: Black-Owned Restaurants
The vibrant restaurant scene in Los Angeles, California has drawn crowds for decades: promising a taste of the world from renowned chefs across the globe. But the big names aren’t the only intrigue, as Los Angeles is home to a wildly eclectic community of small bakeshops, bars, food trucks, and family-run restaurants. As we continue […]
How To: Dietary Restrictions, Allergies, and Sensitive Diets
Hearing the words “What should we eat for dinner tonight?” used to fill me with a small sense of dread. My family and friends are composed of hungry diners with a wide variety of dietary restrictions and allergies. From vegetarians and flexitarians to dairy-free and celiac, it almost sounds like the beginning of a joke. […]
Celebrating Diversity: Erin Eastland Talks Career and COVID-19
As Women’s Month comes to a close, we recognize the millions of people all across the globe that are sacrificing to support their families, communities, and businesses during these uncertain times. Our gratitude goes out not just to every woman, but every human being that has done their part – from volunteering at test sites […]
Pirate’s Bone Brings Vegan Cuisine to KC
Tucked away in downtown Kansas City sits a very unique establishment: Pirate’s Bone Burgers. With a mission to help the community while simultaneously offering tasty and affordable cuisine, Pirate’s Bone stays true to their word. From activated charcoal waffles to sweet plantains and bean burgers, this joint takes veganism to new heights. However, starting the […]
Celebrating Diversity: Kevin Bludso of Bludso’s Bar & Que
From the streets of La Brea to the shores of Australia, the delicious meats and sauces of Bludso’s Bar & Que have delighted the senses of hungry diners everywhere. Founder and Chef Kevin Bludso had his first introduction to barbecue in Corsicana, Texas. He eventually found a passion in the smoky spreads that his Granny […]
DTR: Define The “Restaurant” – For Any Occasion
Enter: February. Cue the red and pink adornments, flower bouquets, and heart-shaped chocolate boxes. From Los Angeles to New York, hungry diners like you face the same time-consuming dilemma – choosing a restaurant. Whether it be for celebrating a holiday, catching up with friends, or takeout for a Netflix marathon, these tips will help you “Define […]
Behind the Counter with Kev Arca, Co-Founder of VOWburger
Kevin “Kev” Arca and Sha Khorshidpanah went from the Tesla showroom to the streets of Los Angeles, bringing the VOWburger brand of sustainability and conscious eating to hungry diners across LA. From delicious eats to their one-for-one meal model, these two are making an impact on their community and paving the way for others to […]
Affordably Adventurous: 5 Must-Visit Kansas City Restaurant Week Spots
Each year during the second week of January, many local restaurants across Kansas City come together to offer a prix-fixe lunch and dinner menu that not only satisfies your taste buds and wallet, but shares a portion of proceeds to a number of local non-profit organizations. Kansas City Restaurant Week offers the best of both […]