elephanta

(meteorology) A strong southeasterly wind on the Malabar coast of southwest India in September and October, at the end of the southwest monsoon, bringing thundersqualls and heavy rain. Also known as elephant; elephanter.

Type: Private
On the web: http://www.elephantcastle.com
Employees: 1,200

Unfortunately, you can't pay for a pint with peanuts at these pubs. Elephant & Castle Group operates and franchises more than 20 English-style pubs in Canada and the US offering casual-dining and drinks. The pubs sport a menu featuring burgers, sandwiches, and salads, as well as traditional English pub food, such as bangers and mash, lamb curry, and shepherd's pie. Of course, the chain also serves a variety of imported beers and spirits. Several of the company's restaurants are located in shopping malls and hotels. Elephant & Castle is owned by Canadian private equity firm Repechage Investments.

Key numbers for fiscal year ending December, 2008:
Sales: $239.7M

Officers:
President and CEO: John F. Morgan
COO: Peter Laurie
CFO: Keith Radford

Competitors:
Carlson Restaurants
Fox & Hound Restaurant
Keg Restaurants