BRAVO! Cucina Italiana & BRIO Tuscan Grille Raise Funds Nationwide to Help Connect Children in Need to 1.5 Million Meals*

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 24, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- BRAVO! Cucina Italiana and BRIO Tuscan Grille locations across the nation thank their guests and employees for rallying around Share Our Strength's No Kid Hungry campaign in September 2014. BRAVO! and BRIO restaurants, owned and operated by BRAVO I BRIO Restaurant Group (BBRG), collected enough donations to help connect children in need across the country to 1.5 million meals.  

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BRAVO! and BRIO joined thousands of restaurants nationwide inviting guests to dine out this September to support the No Kid Hungry campaign, and its work to end childhood hunger in America. From Sept. 8–30, 2014, BRAVO! and BRIO restaurants nationwide offered guests the opportunity to donate $5 or more on their check to No Kid Hungry, and in turn receive $5 off their next visit of $15 or more, valid through Oct. 31, 2014.

"Giving back to our local communities and partnering with causes like No Kid Hungry is one of our greatest priorities, not only at BBRG, but at each of our restaurants nationwide," said BBRG Chief Executive Officer Saed Mohseni. "We are very proud to participate in the No Kid Hungry campaign, and appreciate the enthusiasm of our team members and generosity of our guests."

The No Kid Hungry campaign is working to end childhood hunger in America by ensuring children have the healthy food they need, every day. No Kid Hungry connects children in need to effective nutrition programs, like school breakfast or summer meals, and teaches families how to cook healthy, affordable meals at home.   

Every $1 donated counts and can help connect a child in need with up to 10 meals. BBRG was proud to have collected $150,000 in donations from in-store promotions, which in turn will help connect children in need with 1.5 million meals. Learn more and make a donation at NoKidHungry.org.

About BRAVO | BRIO Restaurant Group, Inc.
BRAVO | BRIO Restaurant Group, Inc. is a leading owner and operator of two distinct Italian restaurant brands, BRAVO! Cucina Italiana and BRIO Tuscan Grille. BBRG has positioned its brands as multifaceted culinary destinations that deliver the ambiance, design elements and food quality reminiscent of fine dining restaurants at a value typically offered by casual dining establishments, a combination known as the upscale affordable dining segment. Each of BBRG's brands provides its guests with a fine dining experience and value by serving affordable cuisine prepared using fresh flavorful ingredients and authentic Italian cooking methods, combined with attentive service in an attractive, lively atmosphere. BBRG strives to be the best Italian restaurant company in America and is focused on providing its guests an excellent dining experience through consistency of execution. For more information, visit www.bbrg.com.

About BRAVO! Cucina Italiana
BRAVO! Cucina Italiana is a "polished casual" restaurant offering classic Italian food amongst the shadows of Roman ruins. The subtitle "Cucina Italiana" means Italian kitchen, in which all cooking is done in full view of the guest, creating the energy of a live theater. BRAVO's popular entrees include grilled steaks, chops, and made-to-order pizzas, pastas and house specialties, similar to an authentic 'ristorante' in Italy. BRAVO! is part of Columbus-based BRAVO I BRIO Restaurant Group. Founded in 1992, BRAVO I BRIO Restaurant Group currently operates more than 100 restaurants in 33 states including BRAVO! Cucina Italiana, BRIO Tuscan Grille and Bon Vie Bistro. Please visit the Web site, BravoItalian.com for a list of locations, and to follow the restaurant on Twitter (@bravo_italian) and Facebook (facebook.com/bravoitalian).

About BRIO Tuscan Grille
BRIO (meaning "lively" or "full of life") is a "polished casual" restaurant serving authentic, northern Italian cuisine. The subtitle, "Tuscan Grille" is descriptive in the menu that features oven-roasted steaks, chops and seafood, similar to what one would find in an authentic ristorante in Tuscany. BRIO's philosophy is "to eat well, is to live well;" which is why it only uses the finest and freshest ingredients. BRIO brings the pleasure of the Tuscan country villa to the American city. BRIO is part of Columbus-based BRAVO|BRIO Restaurant Group (BBRG). Founded in 1992, BBRG currently operates more than 100 restaurants in 33 states including BRAVO! Cucina Italiana, BRIO Tuscan Grille and Bon Vie Bistro. Please visit the website for BRIO locations at www.brioitalian.com and follow the restaurant on Twitter (@brioitalian) and Facebook (facebook.com/brioitalian).

About Share Our Strength's No Kid Hungry® Campaign:
No child should grow up hungry in America, but one in five children struggles with hunger. Share Our Strength's No Kid Hungry® campaign is ending childhood hunger in America by ensuring all children get the healthy food they need, every day. Join us at NoKidHungry.org.

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