![]() ![]() That's becoming the standard," Palawasta said. For whatever reason, it helps them grow better. "There's been research, and we've found that's actually beneficial for the plants to have that separated spectrum. At night, when no one is around, the lights are turned up to the brightest levels. The plants receive lowered light levels during the day, with each of the three hues at 25 percent brightness levels and then all three colors at once. That wasn't an option for Columbus, which lacks sufficient sunshine.Ĭenter employees worked with food scientists to perfect the amount of light that crops need to grow and flourish, without the light being too bright for guests. Originally, the possibility of a rooftop garden was discussed, but Palawasta said he liked the idea of a hydroponic garden where convention guests could view the plants.Ī convention center in Orange County, Florida, has a hydroponic garden in the atrium that uses natural light. "It’s like going to the farm and eating." It can’t get any more local than that," he said. “People want to know where their food is coming from. It’s the only convention center in the country to have a hydroponic garden using LED lights, said Daniel Palawasta, general manager of Levy Restaurants at the center. ![]() Just 75 feet away, the leafy greens and herbs are used in the convention center’s kitchen. Three large windows provide a view from a common area inside the Greater Columbus Convention Center near a coffee counter. The white room, where temperature, humidity and carbon-dioxide levels are controlled, resembles a lab. In each tower, there are eight columns on one side with an irrigation system where water trickles down to the rows of plants, including basil, mustard greens, rainbow chard and bok choy. Where we got our start in Central Ohio," said Pendrey.Bright LED lights in white, red and blue hues gradually glide on a sliding track and shine on three doubled-sided 8-foot towers. "Donatos will continue to show our commitment to After reporting significant increases in sales and customerĬounts over the last year, the company continues to invest in its hometown of Columbus. "Our business at all levels has grown significantly in 2014, and we are pleased to be able to contribute to Central Ohio withĭonatos' company growth is outpacing industry trends, according to Pendrey. "The Convention Center is an important part of our community, and thus it is very important to Donatos," said Donatos Chief Operating Officer The new location offers catering and delivery service to downtown addresses. There is also a convenient "Grab & Go" counter that features readymade individual pepperoni and cheese pizzas, fresh salads and drinks. Donatos complete menu of Edge to Edge(R) pizzas, oven baked subs, garden fresh salads, wings and desserts is available. Page.ĭonatos is located in the 1,328-square-foot suite formerly occupied by Noble Roman's Pizza and Tony J's Mexican Grill. Donatos Pizza has opened at the SMG-managed Greater Columbus Convention Center (GCCC). Donatos signed a 10-year lease to become a tenant in the GCCC's Food Court & Shops on Level 1. "We are thrilled to welcome a new merchant the caliber of Donatos, a company founded locally that has grown to be a regional favorite under the admirable direction of the Grote family and their management team," said GCCC General Manager John R.
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