Slow season, closed bridge blamed
BILOXI - About 200 Isle of Capri employees lost their jobs in a layoff that the casino’s general manager said was necessary because of seasonal slowing compounded by the U.S. 90 bridge being out.
“We still have more employees that we had prior to the storm,” said Bill Kilduff, the general manager. [...]
The largest gaming company in the world is reportedly being sold for more than $16 billion. Sources familiar with negotiations say Harrah’s Entertainment has accepted a deal to sell its 40 casinos to two private equity groups. Apollo Management and Texas Pacific will reportedly pay 90 dollars per share to get into the gaming business.
Harrah’s [...]
You’ll be happy to hear that Biloxi’s gaming business not only has made big strides since Hurricane Katrina devastated the coastline, but also that the restored casinos have expanded what they offer, and new properties are on the way.
Before the storm that destroyed tens of thousands of gulf-area homes, Biloxi had nine casinos. Today, seven [...]
Olives opens at Beau
Celebrity chef Todd English showcases his Mediterranean cuisine
BILOXI - The seductive flavors and atmosphere of the Mediterranean have found a home on the Gulf Coast.
Olives, the rustic Mediterranean restaurant by celebrity chef Todd English, opened Friday night at Beau Rivage.
English’s mother, Patty, greeted early patrons in the gift shop, where she pointed [...]
Olives opens at Beau
Celebrity chef Todd English showcases his Mediterranean cuisine
BILOXI - The seductive flavors and atmosphere of the Mediterranean have found a home on the Gulf Coast.
Olives, the rustic Mediterranean restaurant by celebrity chef Todd English, opened Friday night at Beau Rivage.
English’s mother, Patty, greeted early patrons in the gift shop, where she pointed [...]