About Us

We Have One Goal

Driving Growth for Local Businesses

For over two decades, The Eat Beat has been the trusted source for connecting local diners with the best restaurants, food specials, and culinary experiences in their communities. What started as a simple way to spotlight great dining options has evolved into a powerful multi-platform advertising solution, helping restaurant owners and small businesses reach their target audiences through print, digital, and social media exposure.

At The Eat Beat, we believe that great food deserves to be discovered. That’s why we provide cost-effective, high-impact advertising solutions tailored to the unique needs of local restaurants, food trucks, bars, and small businesses. Whether you’re looking to boost brand awareness, increase foot traffic, or promote special offers, we’re here to help you reach the right audience at the right time.

With a commitment to supporting the local dining scene, The Eat Beat continues to grow and expand into new markets, bringing even more opportunities for businesses to connect with engaged food lovers in their area. As we expand, our mission remains the same—to help local restaurants and businesses succeed through strategic, effective marketing solutions that deliver real results.

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Our Discovery

The Eat Beat has been a trusted source for connecting food lovers with great local restaurants for over two decades.

However, as the restaurant industry evolved, so did the visibility challenges. Many incredible local restaurants struggled to get noticed in a crowded marketplace, relying on outdated or expensive advertising methods that didn’t always deliver results.

We saw an opportunity to bridge the gap—offering a smarter, more effective way to help restaurants and food businesses stand out. By combining targeted print, digital marketing, and social media solutions, we’ve created a multi-platform approach that puts businesses directly in front of engaged local diners.

Our Mission

At The Eat Beat, our mission is simple: to help restaurants thrive by making effective advertising affordable and accessible.

We believe that every great local business deserves a chance to be seen, remembered, and chosen by customers in their community. That’s why we provide cost-effective print and digital advertising solutions that deliver real impact. Through community-based publications, direct mail campaigns, and online visibility tools, we empower restaurant owners to reach the right audience at the right time.

We don’t just offer advertising—we build long-term partnerships with businesses, helping them connect with local diners and grow sustainably. Because when local restaurants succeed, our communities thrive.

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Where Great Food Fuels Success

“At The Eat Beat, we believe that when restaurants succeed, the entire community benefits. That’s why we are committed to providing innovative and affordable marketing solutions that make a real impact. Our focus is on helping business owners reach the right audience with effective advertising that drives results—because great food deserves to be discovered.”

C.J. Ezell

Managing Partner

The Eat Beat Team

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Beth Anne McCormick

Founder & Senior Editorial Director

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Valerie Ezell

Associate Editor & FInance Director

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C.j. Ezell

Managing Editor & Publisher

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