10 benefits of a retractable patio
With a Cabreeze™, your patio can continue being profitable and your patrons can enjoy the outdoors all year round. As summer draws to a close, kids are back in school, mornings are crisp, trees are already turning vibrant colors of red, yellow and orange and (too soon!) will be crunching underfoot. The Fall Season offers […]
An introduction to Cabrio Structures
Cabrio® Architectural Structures is founded on the following math problem: More Seats + More Often = More Revenue™ One of the most attractive aspects of having a restaurant patio is to be able to enjoy the outdoors, at least that is what I think. My name is Kent Forsland, founder of Cabrio {cab·rio: convertible, opening} […]
Pioneer Press’ favorite patios
Restaurant Patio Picks: the Pioneer Press’ Favorites By Nancy Ngo Posted: 05/23/2012 Patio weather arrived early this year, but who’s complaining? All the more time to dine al fresco. And there are plenty of restaurants where you can do just that. Patio competition is fiercer than ever. Rooftop and terrace patios continue to be all […]
Nightlife: new shades of green
Article by: TOM HORGEN Star Tribune | March 16, 2012 – 11:30 AM It was decreed by St. Patrick himself (I think), if you’re going out on St. Paddy’s Day you must party in an Irish pub. So every year I anticipate St. Patrick’s Day with the same boorish groan: same green beer, same Irish […]
A tour of Lake Elmo Inn’s Cabreeze™
A tour of the Cabreeze at Lake Elmo Inn An almost year-old celebration of Cabreeze at Lake Elmo Inn by Emily Schnobrich | October 31, 2011 On October 11, a collection of restaurant industry folk strolled the patio at the Lake Elmo Inn, a traditional supper club-style restaurant with a merry collection of vintage salt […]
Architect firm, recognizing potential
Shea Firm walking its talk on Hennepin Avenue Article by: NEAL ST. ANTHONY Star Tribune Updated: October 29, 2011 – 1:58 PM Architect David Shea, who has had a say in the commercial revitalization of Hennepin Avenue, is walking the talk. Shea, owner of the 33-year-old Shea Inc. architectural, design and marketing firm that bears […]
Restaurant expansion
Raising the roof on restaurant expansion Article by: TODD NELSON, Special to the Star Tribune Updated: September 4, 2011 – 8:59 PM Growth is on the menu for fledgling manufacturer Cabreeze™ as its convertible patio structures help restaurants tame the elements and expand their business. Cabreeze™ founder and serial entrepreneur Kent Forsland has found an […]
Cabreeze™ Debuts at Lake Elmo Inn
New convertible patio enclosure extends season, adds seats, boosts bottom line NOVEMBER 30, 2010 | River Falls, WI The Cabreeze got lots of attention this year when it was unveiled as a featured item at the 2010 Wisconsin Restaurant Expo. The convertible patio enclosure, featuring a retractable ceiling and walls, was promoted to the restaurant […]
Wisconsin Smoking Ban
Cabreeco Offers Solution for Upcoming Wisconsin Smoking Ban Taking Effect on July 5, 2010 May 22, 2010 | River Falls, WI Letter regarding the upcoming State Smoking Bans: Dear Kent, I can’t encourage people to purchase your product, but I do believe that your product meets the requirements under the law for a sheltered outdoor […]
2010 Wisconsin Restaurant Expo
New Company Debuts Unique Outdoor Architectural Solutions for Restaurant/Commercial Establishments at Wisconsin Restaurant Expo 2010, March 8-10 MARCH 3, 2010 | River Falls, WI A novel idea for to expand restaurants and commercial outdoor spaces has brought the founder of an acclaimed wood-crafted door company out of retirement to launch a new venture. Cabreeco™ Companies, […]