eating it up at the gondolier

Seymour Herald/Joe Karl

John Papaioannou, owner, proudly displays one of their fine dishes

Great food at great prices, the Gondolier Restaurant in Sevierville knows how to do it right.
The owners and managers Rita and John Papaioannou have had plenty of experience. “John has been in the restaurant business for years,” stated Rita. Working first in New York before for moving to Sevier County.
His cousin in Athens, TN. who began expanding and selling franchises around the state, started the restaurant chain. “Gondolier Restaurants are located in Chattanooga, Sweetwater, Athens, and all over. When my cousin said there was an opportunity in Sevierville we couldn’t pass it up,” stated John.

tennessee announces 2009-10 school meal guidelines

Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Department of Education today announced the 2009-10 federal income guidelines for free and reduced price meals for children in Tennessee schools as determined by the United States Department of Agriculture. The USDA’s school meals programs help ensure all students have access to a nutritious diet.
“Research indicates that eating habits affect students performance, so we know a hungry child has a difficult time learning,” Education Commissioner Timothy Webb said. “School meals are a healthy option for students and can be the fuel our children need to improve their learning opportunities.”