Look for Napa on Providence to open in early November at the former Providence Cafe spot. Jeff and Paula Conway, franchisees of Ruth's Chris in two Charlotte locations, as well as in Asheville and Savannah, are running the new place, bringing in chef Mark Allison, dean of culinary education at the Charlotte Johnson & Wales, as a consultant. Also en route: Joe Lazar, formerly at Ruth's Chris uptown, will be general manager, with Max Gilland of the SouthPark location coming on to oversee beverages, along with sommelier Doug Snyder.
Jeff Conway said in a press release that they're “thrilled" to acquire what he termed a "trophy location"; "best practices of Napa food and beverage" and a decor that's "comfortable and earthy" are the goals. Former owner Don Both is helping with transition for "many" of Providence Cafe's key employees, according to the release.
A taste of dishes planned: asparagus flan with smoked salmon; prosciutto-wrapped tuna sandwich; country ham with goat ricotta, melon, basil and mint; housemade charcuterie; and artisan cheeses with dried fruit compote.
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Providence Cafe becomes Napa on Providence
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So "Divorce-a-Cafe" becomes "Nab-em on Providence". He he he.
"comfortable and earthy".. wow. Providence Cafe, please come backkkk.
Providence Cafe was not, nor will be any restaurant at this location, worth the horrible parking.
too funny, Charlotte.
Thank God. PC was TIRED. This was loooonnnngggg overdue. Great location that needed something new. Now can anyone tell me what's being built where Big Ben's burned down? Come on, Helen, Eli...anything?
"So "Divorce-a-Cafe" becomes "Nab-em on Providence". He he he."
TOO FUNNY, but yoare SO right ! ! !
Sprint is building a free standing location where Big Ben once was. Go figure.
PC was indeed tired. Terrible parking, great location. Best of luck to the new operators.
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