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ProStart Timeline (Chapter 1)

By Kennedy Nwaneri

  • In 1634, Cole's Inn offered food and lodging to travelers.

  • A man named Boulanger began serving hot soups called restaurers.

  • The development of the railroad helped people travel faster and to more places.

  • As a result of the California gold rush, people who hit the jackpot wanted to enjoy the fine dining that they new existed in New York.

  • The discovery of vitamins provided additional benefits to public health.

  • The first White Castle restaurant opened in Wichita, Kansas.

  • During the Depression hotels and fine restaurants started to close.

  • During WWII, the lodging industry prospered.

  • After WWII the quick service restaurant segment of the industry grew quickly.

  • Commercial air travel got popular.

  • Large restaurant chains such as Red Lobster, Pizza Hut, and Denny's were introduced.

  • The Food Network was launched.

  • Tourism was the first, second, or third largest employer in 29 states.