Return to Press ReleasesBella Milano Celebrates 20 Years in BusinessBella Milano is celebrating 20 years in business, and they could not be more grateful to the community for giving themthe opportunity to reach this rare milestone. To show their thanks, Bella Milano will be hosting a special ribbon cutting ceremony on September 19th at 4pm to welcome the next twenty years of Bella. The ceremony will feature complimentary appetizers and bar on their patio, and any attendees who wish to stay for dinner will receive 20% off their meals. Other ways Bella Milano is showing their thanks is through their special E-Club. Each Month, Bella's E-Club members have been enjoying special 20th Anniversary-themed offers including $20 chicken entrees, 20% off their entire checks, a "Taste in Color" wine and appetizer party, and more. September's offers include 20% off all carryout orders and the return of exclusive "Retro Dishes" - items that were once featured on their menu that customers will love revisiting for a limited time. In October, BOGO is back where customers have the opportunity to receive a complimentary entrée with the purchase of any regularly priced entrée. And Bella Milano will soon be receiving their Buffalo Trace Single Barrell Bourbon which will be celebrated with a launch party where guests can purchase bottles and sample this year's whiskey in a cocktail party setting. Bella Milano's anniversary celebration will culminate with a party on November 10th at The Leclaire Room in Edwardsville featuring The Robert Perry Band along with appetizers and bar service provided by Bella Catering. More details will become available closer to the date of the event. Twenty years ago, friends Craig Kalogerou and Sam Guarino came up with the concept for Bella Milano by wanting to create an intimate dining atmosphere with elevated service that was also family-friendly and available for customers on any type of budget. Together, they incorporated a menu that reflected the talents of their chefs paired with family recipes. Family continues to be the heart of Bella Milano. Sadly, Sam Guarino passed away in March of 2020 leaving Kalogerou, and Sam's wife, Debbie, as co-owners. Sam's son, Tom Guarino, is now the Director of Sales and Hospitality and can be seen regularly at all three locations visiting with guests, working along side the managers, and continuing Sam's legacy of creating a personal and welcoming visit for each guest. Bella Edwardsville remains a buzzing hub of activity, and much of its success is due to the hard work and dedication of General Manager Kay Batton, Assistant General Manager Malcom Isaacs, and Executive Chef Marc Martin. They are the anchors of the restaurant, and their care for the customers is reflected daily in the countless hours they devote to enhancing the guest dining experience. Bella Milano understands the importance of giving back to the community, and they regularly participate in a wide range of charitable events by partnering with such organizations as The American Cancer Society, Partners for Pets, United Way, and Edwardsville School District 7 for their annual fundraisers. Providing delicious food for people who are coming together for great causes is a privilege they do not take for granted. You can visit Bella Milano locations in Edwardsville, O'Fallon, and Springfield, IL, or you can go online at bellamilanos.com to view their menus and become a member of the E-Club. Join in the celebration and help ring in the next 20 Years of Bella! Link: http://https://bellamilanos.com/ Submitted: 09/11/23 Article By: Bella Milano Edwardsville |