Month: September 2026

RENO, Nev., Sept. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Atlantis Casino Resort Spa is proud to announce that five of its restaurants have earned the 2026 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award, recognizing them among the top 10% of restaurants worldwide.

The winning restaurants are:

• Atlantis Steakhouse
• Oyster & Sushi Bar on the Sky Terrace
• Red Bloom
• Manhattan Deli
• Purple Parrot

The five honorees represent the breadth of Atlantis’ culinary offerings, spanning fine dining, fresh seafood and sushi, Asian cuisine, classic deli favorites, and casual dining.

“We are incredibly proud to see five of our restaurants recognized by Tripadvisor travelers,” said Chira Pagidi, Corporate Director of Food and Beverage. “This recognition reflects the passion and dedication of our chefs, managers and service teams, who consistently strive to deliver exceptional food, service, and memorable dining experiences for our guests. From fine dining and fresh seafood to casual favorites, we are proud to offer memorable culinary experiences that continue to earn the trust and appreciation of visitors from around the world. Having five distinct restaurants recognized is especially meaningful, as it reflects the strength and diversity of our culinary program throughout the resort.”

The Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards recognize businesses that consistently earn excellent reviews from travelers around the world and rank among the top-rated hospitality destinations on the platform. They are based entirely on authentic guest feedback collected on Tripadvisor over a 12-month period, making the recognition a meaningful reflection of customer satisfaction and dining excellence.

About Atlantis Casino Resort Spa

Atlantis Casino Resort Spa, owned and operated by Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. (Nasdaq: MCRI), is an award-winning luxury resort that has consistently ranked as the #1 Reno resort on TripAdvisor, earned top recognition from leading travel and hospitality organizations including U.S. News & World Report and Forbes Travel Guide, and holds the prestigious AAA Four Diamond designation. Located at the base of the Sierra Nevada, Atlantis is close to Lake Tahoe, breathtaking hiking trails, world-class skiing and premier golf courses. The property is known for its luxurious accommodations, award-winning dining experiences including Reno’s only Forbes Four-Star restaurant and Forbes Four-Star spa, captivating bars and lounges, and casino-wide action. For more information, visit www.atlantiscasino.com.

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• The center will be a hub for Roche and Genentech, bringing together expertise in Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolism, as well as for data science and AI specialists to drive innovation in drug discovery and development
• It will expand Roche’s and Genentech’s presence in Boston, reflecting a long-term commitment to one of the world’s leading life sciences hubs
• This is part of Roche and Genentech’s USD 50 billion investment in US manufacturing and R&D, building on recent investments and manufacturing milestones in Holly Springs, North Carolina, and Hillsboro, Oregon

Basel, 17 September 2026 – Roche (SIX: RO, ROP; OTCQX: RHHBY) announced today the grand opening of the Roche Genentech Innovation Center Boston, expanding Roche and Genentech’s US research presence in one of the world’s leading life sciences communities.

Located at Harvard’s Enterprise Research Campus in Allston, the Roche Genentech Innovation Center Boston will serve as Roche’s Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolism (CVRM) hub, establishing a significant end-to-end R&D presence in CVRM.

With the new center, Roche and Genentech are expanding their footprint within the Greater Boston innovation ecosystem, leveraging local talent and anchoring an entrepreneurial hub at Harvard’s Enterprise Research Campus. It brings together scientists from across discovery research, clinical development, artificial intelligence and data science disciplines, and creates an end-to-end research environment spanning early-stage discovery through late-stage clinical development.

The Innovation Center is part of Roche and Genentech’s investment commitment in US manufacturing and R&D and builds on recent investments and manufacturing milestones in Holly Springs, North Carolina, and Hillsboro, Oregon. Together, these investments expand an end-to-end US footprint spanning research, development and manufacturing and reflect the companies’ long-term commitment to American scientific innovation. Roche and Genentech have around 25,000 employees in the United States, with 15 R&D centers and 13 manufacturing sites across Pharma and Diagnostics.

Thomas Schinecker, CEO Roche Group:
“Scientific innovation has always been the foundation of Roche and Genentech’s success, and the United States remains one of our most important innovation hubs. This investment in Boston is an important part of our commitment to expand our US manufacturing and R&D footprint. By investing in scientific talent, new capabilities and infrastructure, we are strengthening our ability to discover and develop the next generation of medicines for patients.”

Maura Healey, Governor of Massachusetts:
“Massachusetts leads the world in life sciences because we bring together the best researchers, workers, universities and companies to solve big challenges and improve people’s lives,” said Governor Maura Healey. “Roche and Genentech’s decision to expand their presence here is another powerful vote of confidence in Massachusetts and in the people who make our state a global center for discovery and innovation. We’re proud to welcome this new Innovation Center and the groundbreaking research that will help shape the future of medicine.”

Michelle Wu, Mayor of Boston
“Boston will continue to lead in life science and innovation because of the extraordinary companies that chose to bring their ideas, talent and investment to our City. We are thrilled to welcome Roche and Genentech’s new Innovation Center to Allston, which will create hundreds of jobs, drive new investment and further strengthen Boston’s life sciences ecosystem. We look forward to working together to move innovation forward and help shape the next generation of scientific innovation.”

This new investment highlights Roche’s dedication to advancing healthcare through academic and scientific collaboration in Boston’s life sciences ecosystem. These drug discovery efforts have included work to combat antibiotic resistant bacteria as well as the use of AI in cancer research to identify targeted approaches to treatment and to analyse the effectiveness of new cancer drugs in clinical trials.

Roche and Genentech have signed a 10-year lease for the 95,000 square metre center, which will have capacity for up to 500 people across research, clinical development, data science and other areas.

About the Enterprise Research Campus
Harvard’s Enterprise Research Campus, the first phase of which is underway and developed by Tishman Speyer and Breakthrough Properties, has been intentionally designed to foster innovation and collaboration. Located adjacent to Harvard’s Science and Engineering Complex and near Harvard Business School, the ERC will be a dynamic mixed-use development integrating research and laboratory space, residential buildings, a hotel, conference center, retail units, and a variety of community-centered outdoor spaces. The first phase of construction is expected to be complete in 2026.

About Roche
Roche (SIX: RO, ROP; OTCQX: RHHBY) is a healthcare company uniquely placed to prevent, stop and cure diseases by uniting leading science and technology across diagnostics, medicines and digital solutions.

Roche was founded in Basel, Switzerland in 1896 and today is a leading provider of transformative medicines and diagnostics for millions of people in over 150 countries around the world. It is dedicated to tackling healthcare challenges that place the greatest strain on patients, families, communities and healthcare systems. Across its Diagnostics and Pharmaceutical divisions, Roche focuses on areas including oncology, neurology, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, ophthalmology, infectious diseases and immunology with the aim of providing real and positive change for patients, the people they love and the professionals who care for them.

Genentech in the United States is a fully owned subsidiary in the Roche Group. Roche is the majority shareholder in Chugai Pharmaceutical, a major innovator in the Japanese therapeutic antibody market.

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• Air Canada’s celebrated annual list of new restaurants spotlights 30 culinary standouts ahead of the Top 10 reveal in Toronto this November.
• Program marks silver anniversary with an expanded platform featuring regional events, a new Air Canada’s Best New Restaurants Icons hall of fame, and a cross-country dining series.
• This year’s program invests in the future of the industry with support for emerging culinary talent

MONTRÉAL, Sept. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — For a quarter-century, Air Canada’s Best New Restaurants has traversed coast to coast, mapping Canada’s culinary hotspots to uncover what’s new and next, establishing its place as a leading voice in food worth flying for. To celebrate 25 years as one of the nation’s longest-running national new restaurant rankings, the airline is honouring the culinary legends who shaped modern Canadian food culture while investing directly in the industry’s next generation. That journey begins today with the reveal of the 30 finalists for 2026.

The Next Great Plates: The 2026 Best New Restaurants

This year’s finalists reflect the diversity, breadth and creative energy of Canada’s dining scene. Selected independently by a panel of culinary tastemakers with eyes and appetites across the country, and in collaboration with DINR, the nominated restaurants opened between May 1, 2025, and April 30, 2026, and were recognized for the quality of their food and service, as well as their contribution to Canada’s evolving culinary culture. The top 30 are:

• 3 Pierres 1 Feu, Montréal, QC
• Alfred’s, Revelstoke, BC
• Angela Pastificio, Vancouver, BC
• Antheia, Ottawa, ON
• Antylia, Toronto, ON
• Bar Eugenie, Toronto, ON
• Bar Les Incompetents, St. Catharines, ON
• Bistrot Fortune, Montréal, QC
• Coquette, Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré (Quebec City), QC
• Hana Korean Steakhouse, Montréal, QC
• Kavita, Vancouver, BC
• Liliana, Toronto, ON
• LORE, Collingwood, ON
• Lumache, Victoria, BC
• MacTaverne, Val-David, QC
• N.L. Ginzburg, Toronto, ON
• Nui, Vancouver, BC
• OLDESEOUL TAVERN, Toronto, ON
• Penny Crown, Calgary, AB
• Radici Project, Toronto, ON
• Restaurant Capelin, Niagara Region, ON
• Revé, Niagara Region, ON
• Rita Trattoria, Edmonton, AB
• SAMMARCO, Toronto, ON
• Seahorse, Toronto, ON
• Snack Haüs, Winnipeg, MB
• Sushi Jun, Calgary, AB
• Touk, Vancouver, BC
• Yakitori Hibahihi, Montréal, QC
• Zia’s Place, Toronto, ON

The full list of 2026 finalists is available here.

The restaurants have been invited to join DINR, where they will be featured as Air Canada Best New Restaurant finalists. A collaborator of the program, DINR showcases Canada’s top culinary destinations and offers guests exclusive reservation access, original editorial content, and entry to sought-after culinary events.

“For 25 years, Air Canada has celebrated the people and plates defining Canadian dining,” said Andy Shibata, Vice President, Brand at Air Canada. “This year isn’t just about looking back at the icons who transformed our food culture; it’s about fuelling the future. From the 30 standout finalists on this year’s list to the young aspiring chefs entering the kitchen for the first time, we’re proud to back the talent, diversity, and creativity driving Canadian dining forward.”

Celebrating the Chefs Defining Canadian Cuisine

Air Canada’s Best New Restaurants has served as a celebrated national launchpad, bringing now-legendary dining destinations to the forefront of Canadian culture. To celebrate this rich heritage, the Air Canada’s Best New Restaurants Icons will be named — a prestigious hall of fame honouring influential chefs that first gained national recognition through the program. The inaugural class of honourees will be announced at the Top 10 celebration in November. Earlier this year, Air Canada also launched its searchable guide to every finalist since 2002, helping diners discover restaurants that remain at the heart of Canadian communities.

Setting the Table for Coast-to-Coast Culinary Collaborations
Beyond the annual ranking, the program brings these culinary stories directly to tables across the country through experiences designed for Canadian diners. First, the Air Canada’s Best New Restaurants Dining Series, Presented by DINR, will feature exclusive, one-night-only collaborations between celebrated program alumni, connecting chefs from across the country to create never-before-seen menus and unique experiences. Second, Air Canada is partnering with leading culinary festivals, to feature honoured culinary talent in exclusive curated events and custom menus.

On the Menu: Supporting the Next Gen of Canadian Culinary Talent
In partnership with the Air Canada Foundation, the Air Canada’s Best New Restaurants program is investing in the industry’s future with a $25,000 contribution to La Tablée des Chefs’ national Kitchen Brigades program. Through culinary education and industry exposure, the program helps high school students build cooking skills, teamwork, leadership, and creativity while discovering new foods and developing healthy eating habits, while supporting the continued strength of Canada’s restaurant industry. With this new additional funding, the combined support of Air Canada and the Air Canada Foundation for La Tablée des Chefs now exceeds $500,000, helping young people develop food literacy and culinary skills while supporting a strong and sustainable future for Canada’s culinary sector.

The 2026 program reaches its final course on November 16 in downtown Toronto, where Air Canada will reveal this year’s Top 10 Best New Restaurants. The marquee event will bring together the restaurants named to the 2026 longlist, media, food lovers, VIPs and the chefs behind some of Canada’s leading dining destinations. Together, they will toast this year’s top new restaurants and celebrate 25 years of culinary excellence.

For more information on the 2026 program, please visit enroute.aircanada.com.

About Air Canada

Air Canada is Canada’s largest airline, the country’s flag carrier and a founding member of Star Alliance, the world’s most comprehensive air transportation network. Headquartered in Montréal, Air Canada provides scheduled service directly to more than 180 airports in Canada, the United States and internationally on six continents. It holds a Four-Star ranking from Skytrax. Air Canada’s Aeroplan program is Canada’s premier travel loyalty program, with more than 10 million members worldwide. Members can earn or redeem points on the world’s largest airline partner network of more than 50 airlines, plus through an extensive range of merchandise, hotel and car rental partners. Through Air Canada Vacations, it offers a selection of vacation and Flight & Hotel packages, tours, cruises, car rentals, and experiences. Its freight division, Air Canada Cargo, provides air freight lift and connectivity to hundreds of destinations across six continents using Air Canada’s passenger and freighter aircraft. Air Canada’s climate-related ambition includes a long-term aspirational goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. For additional information, please see Air Canada’s TCFD disclosure. Air Canada shares are publicly traded on the TSX (AC).

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Caramel Apple ChataCoffee™, Pumpkin Pie Mini Churros and Red & Green Chile Cheesy Enchilada Double Chicken Bowls all available for a limited time

COSTA MESA, Calif., Sept. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  El Pollo Loco, the leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, today announced a new lineup of limited-time offerings designed to bring bold, seasonal flavor to menu categories old and new. The lineup spans beverages, desserts and entrées, giving guests fresh reasons to visit any time of day.

The new LTO items include:

• Caramel Apple ChataCoffee™ — El Pollo Loco’s classic Mexican-style horchata and iced coffee, layered with seasonal sweet and buttery caramel apple syrup, with the option to top it with a layer of creamy cold foam.
• Pumpkin Pie Mini Churros — Perfectly crispy on the outside with a creamy pumpkin pie filling inside, finished with a dusting of cinnamon sugar.
• Cheesy Enchilada Double Chicken Bowl — A double portion of fire-grilled chopped chicken, seasoned rice, savory pinto beans and a double portion of shredded Jack cheese, topped with handmade guacamole, cool sour cream and freshly prepared salsa fresca, and served with guests’ choice of red or green chile enchilada sauce.

New items are available for a limited-time at participating locations, beginning September 24. Loco Rewards Members will get early access to the Cheesy Enchilada Double Chicken Bowls and Caramel Apple ChataCoffee™ on September 22. Not a Loco Rewards Member? Sign up today!

“We’re always looking to layer bold, craveable flavor into every part of our menu, in a way that’s uniquely El Pollo Loco,” said Rene Pisciotti, Sr. Director of Culinary Innovation, El Pollo Loco. “These new menu items showcase the flavors our guests love in unexpected ways, from the warmth of cinnamon and pumpkin to the richness of caramel apple, all built on the same quality we’re known for.”

The new items also reflect El Pollo Loco’s broader strategy of expanding into new dayparts and menu categories to attract new guests.

“Introducing menu items like our ChataCoffee line and indulgent desserts allow us to broaden our appeal with existing and new customers,” said Liz Williams, CEO of El Pollo Loco. “By innovating across categories, from beverages and desserts to bigger, craveable bowls, we’re delighting guests beyond a traditional lunch or dinner visit.”

The Caramel Apple ChataCoffee™, Pumpkin Pie Mini Churros and Cheesy Enchilada Double Chicken Bowl are available for a limited time at participating El Pollo Loco locations nationwide, in restaurants and via the El Pollo Loco app and website for pickup and delivery.

About El Pollo Loco
El Pollo Loco (Nasdaq: LOCO) is the nation’s leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant known for its craveable, flavorful, and better-for-you offerings. Named by USA Today 10 Best Reader’s Choice Awards as a “Best Restaurant for Quick, Healthy Food” three years in a row, our menu features innovative meals with Mexican-inspired flavors made daily in our restaurants using quality ingredients. At El Pollo Loco, inclusivity is at the heart of our culture. Our community of over 4,000 employees reflects our commitment to creating a workplace where everyone has a seat at our table. Since 1980, El Pollo Loco has successfully expanded its presence, operating more than 500 company-owned and franchised restaurants across ten U.S. states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Louisiana, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, Utah, and Washington. The company has also extended its footprint internationally, with licensed restaurant locations in the Philippines. For more information or to place an order, visit the Loco Rewards app or ElPolloLoco.com. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, or X.

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