Food and Beverage
Swing Partners with Celebrity Chef Fabio Viviani to Deliver a Destination Dining Experience
Swing Announces Partnership with Renowned Top Chef Fan-Favorite and Dining Entrepreneur for a Better-For-You Inspired Menu
RALEIGH, N.C. /PRNewswire/ — Swing Racquet + Paddle (Swing), the first-of-its-kind Sportstainment venue coming to Raleigh in 2024 and the next evolution in racquet and paddle sports, is thrilled to announce a partnership with chef Fabio Viviani and Fabio Viviani Hospitality. Known for his appearances on Top Chef, managing a restaurant empire, and authoring a best-selling cookbook, Viviani will lead Swing’s food and beverage component. This news comes on the heels of Swing’s recent announcement that it has also joined forces with Wilson Sporting Goods Co. in its mission to revolutionize the racquet sports experience and grow the global player base.
“Our goal is to truly excite our guests with the entire experience at Swing and food and beverage is a major part of the equation,” said Rob Autry, founder and CEO of Swing Racquet + Paddle. “We believe that partnering with a world-class chef like Fabio Viviani and his talented team at Fabio Viviani Hospitality is the perfect way to accomplish that goal. Customers can expect a menu and experience catered towards sports and socialization, emphasizing sharable, crave-able dishes.”
“We cannot wait to start cooking through this journey of great sports and amazing entertainment with Swing” – Chef FabioTweet
But it’s not just about taste. Viviani, working closely with Swing’s executive team, will execute Swing’s vision for food and beverage offerings that are better-for-you inspired. While still offering sinful indulgences, the menu will be lighter and focus on high-quality ingredients prepared with Viviani’s signature flair. The goal is for Swing’s visitors to still feel great after a court session or match, and not be weighed down by heavy, unhealthy meals.
“The whole team at Fabio Viviani Hospitality and I are excited to partner with Swing in creating an awesome, better-for-you quality food and beverage experience that will complement their sports and entertainment offerings,” said Viviani. “Swing’s commitment to creating a strong community across all racquets sports players will be matched by our ability to bring people together over a meal and amazing drinks. Long gone are the days when food and beverage was just an afterthought for sports and entertainment concepts. At Swing, it will be a tangible asset that will not only complement but enhance the appeal of the whole complex. We cannot wait to start cooking through this journey of great sports and amazing entertainment with Swing.”
Viviani, who was born in Florence, Italy and moved to California in 2005, is a celebrated chef with a passion for the culinary arts. He has made multiple appearances on the hit cooking competition show Top Chef, where he won the Fan Favorite title. In addition to his success on the show, Viviani has also opened several successful restaurants, ranging from modern American taverns to high-end Italian eateries. He is known for his dedication to using high-quality ingredients and his innovative approach to cooking. Viviani’s expertise and passion for the arts have made him a beloved figure in the culinary world, and his restaurants and television appearances have garnered him a devoted fan base.
“We expect that our food and beverage program will be a draw of its own. Of course, we think the racquet sports community will love our menu, but we are equally excited about the opportunity to bring new people into racquet sports through our restaurant,” said Jason DeGroff, president and managing partner of Swing. “We believe people will come for the food, see the incredible energy on our campus, and want to give one of our sports a shot. Food brings people together and it’s a big part of our plan to build a diverse racquet sports community.”
Swing’s flagship location is a 45-acre campus located in Raleigh, NC. The completed Swing campus will serve up tennis, pickleball, padel, ping pong, and beach tennis courts side-by-side with retail and an exciting food and beverage concept. To learn more about Swing, please visit SwingNC.com.
About Swing
Swing Racquet + Paddle, led by entrepreneur Rob Autry and business partner Jason DeGroff, is the first multi-racquet + paddle Sportstainment™ facility designed to scale nationwide and will feature a 45-acre flagship campus in Raleigh, North Carolina. The flagship location, slated for completion in early 2024, will be the largest, next-generation racquet sports facility in the world. Swing is a place that combines the best in racquet + paddle courts, tournament play, sports fitness, technology, and Eatertainment- all while creating players with a lifelong love of the game. More than a facility, Swing is an experience. An approachable and fun way to play. A place that brings people together through a common connection centered on sustainability, social good, and inclusion. Swing has previously announced Wilson Sporting Goods as a leading sponsor. For more information, please visit www.SwingNC.com.
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(Family Features) It’s no secret that many grocery store dairy sections are filled with more options today. One choice continuing to gain favor with consumers is 100% grass-fed organic dairy. Nutrition, environmental awareness and animal care are some of the leading reasons consumers choose grass-fed dairy products.
Globally, the 100% grass-fed dairy market is projected to continue growing and some market experts predict annual growth rates as high as 22%. If you’re curious about 100% grass-fed organic dairy, consider these benefits from Maple Hill, America’s original 100% grass-fed organic dairy producer. The pioneer of 100% grass-fed organic dairy took its commitment a step further by celebrating and declaring National 100% Grass-Fed Organic Dairy Day on April 15, which recognizes the positive impact it has on consumers, cows, farmers and the environment.
1. Honoring the Farmers
Unlike large-scale corporate dairy farms, most organic farms are small, family-owned operations dedicated to traditional, sustainable farming. Small dairy farms have been disappearing, but 100% grass-fed organic dairy creates a sustainable, viable path forward for farmers who work in harmony with nature.
This more natural approach to dairy is a “craft” process, favoring small family farmers who are willing to dedicate the extra focus and patience to a better product and process. These family farms are passed on to future generations to grow the “better for you, better for the planet” approach.
2. Commitment to Good Health
Most consumers don’t know the difference between traditional organic and 100% grass-fed organic dairy. One key distinction is the products’ nutritional composition; 100% grass-fed organic dairy provides a 50% healthier ratio of omega 3:6 and 40% higher levels of CLA fatty acids, which may support heart health and provide other health benefits.
What’s more, Maple Hill’s products made with 100% grass-fed organic dairy are GMO free, hormone free and antibiotic free with no additives or fillers. The line of high-quality, rich-flavored products let you experience the organic difference from traditional dairy for a nutrient-dense solution that tastes as nature intended.
3. Happy, Healthy Cows
Cows on a 100% grass-fed diet can live up to three times as long as grain-fed cows and are never subjected to unnatural diets, hormones or antibiotics. More time in pastures filled with lush grass means cows have the freedom to roam, ruminate and graze on diverse, nutrient-rich grasses.
The result is happier, healthier cows, which in turn results in a richer, better-tasting and more nutrient-dense milk.
4. Sustainability and the Environment
Producing milk without grain or corn requires farmers to focus on regenerating soil and the soil life that supports everything else on the farm. In fact, the healthier the soil, the healthier the feed, so farmers have a natural incentive to be as regenerative as possible. Regenerative grazing practices are a powerful and positive tool to improve land and the web of life on farms by actively restoring soil health, promoting biodiversity and reducing the environmental impact compared to conventional dairy.
Well-managed grazing helps pull carbon from the atmosphere into the soil, fighting climate change in the process. In addition, healthier soil retains more water, reducing runoff and protecting water sources from agricultural pollution.
5. Strengthening the 100% Grass-Fed Organic Market
Consumers are increasingly aware of the choices they have in dairy products and how 100% grass-fed organic supports their health, farmers, animals and the planet. Some ways to support this category’s continued growth include choosing certified 100% grass-fed organic dairy, advocating for regenerative farming and helping shape a more sustainable food system.
Learn more about 100% grass-fed organic dairy products at maplehill.com.
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(Family Features) If you’re in need of a soup outside the usual mushroom or celery varieties, turn to another springtime favorite: carrots. More than just a veggie you can serve with dip, they’re creamy, delicious and pair well with ginger in this Creamy Carrot Soup. Discover more easy recipes for family meals at Culinary.net.
Creamy Carrot Soup
Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy” Servings: 4-6- 2 cans (14 ounces each) carrots
- 2 cups broth of choice
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons ginger
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- salt, to taste
- pepper, to taste
- honey
- BLT wraps, for serving
- In blender, blend canned carrots, including juices, until smooth. Transfer to pot and add broth.
- Mix in brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, ginger and orange juice. Bring to simmer then add cream. Add salt and pepper, to taste.
- Drizzle honey over each bowl. Serve with BLT wraps.
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White Castle Unveils a Bounce House (er, Castle) as Part of Its New Line of Branded Merchandise for Spring 2025
New merch collection also includes White Castle tin lunchbox, pickleball paddle set, playing cards, T-shirts and more.
COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — White Castle is helping customers take their legendary Crave to new heights with the launch of a brand-new line of merchandise. The crown jewel of the spring 2025 collection? An 8-foot-tall bouncy castle with a design inspired by, you guessed it, an actual White Castle! This inflatable fun house reinforces that White Castle isn’t just about satisfying Cravings — it’s about creating memorable moments, too.
White Castle is introducing a bounce castle as part of its new line of spring 2025 merchandise.
- A tin lunchbox. Retro meets modern with a never-before offered classic tin lunchbox. It’s perfect for Cravers of all ages, whether used for packing lunch, storing collectibles, or just showing off an affection for White Castle’s iconic Sliders.
- Pickleball paddle set. As the home of The Original Slider®, White Castle is well-suited to help with your slide action on the pickleball court. Pick up a pair of these paddles and slide away!
- Playing cards. No tricks here, just a simple deck of White Castle-branded playing cards.
- “Only Beef” T-shirt. Proclaiming “The only beef between us is this Slider,” this T-shirt is best bought in pairs.
- Knight-time craver T-shirt. “Dost thou even crave?” asks the knight who adorns this grey T-shirt holding a tray of Sliders.
- A “Follow Your Crave” horn. This long plastic blue horn, similar to a vuvuzela (think soccer stadium noisemaker), can be blown when the Craving hits — or at any time, for that matter.
- Pint glass. Raise this pint glass, painted with the White Castle logo, and toast to memorable moments.
- Bucket hat. Anyone wearing this soft, wide-brimmed bucket hat, adorned with the White Castle logo, will look super cool eating Sliders.
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