The Alliance for Downtown New York will host its fifth annual Lunch Box food fair on Wednesday, October 7, bringing ten different boxed meals from Lower Manhattan’s newer dining destinations to Fosun Plaza at 28 Liberty. Running from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., the open-air event offers a complete meal featuring a protein and two … Read more
Restaurateur Cobi Levy is transforming his former SoHo venue, Little Prince, into an intimate steakhouse named ROMY, set to officially open at 199 Prince Street on Tuesday, September 29. The neighborhood staple is receiving a complete design overhaul, swapping its casual feel for a moody, high-end interior featuring oxblood tones, black lacquer, and artwork by … Read more
Meritage Hospitality Group, one of the largest Wendy’s franchisees in the United States, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Michigan, according to court documents and company announcements reported by CNBC and Capital Digest. The filing follows consecutive quarters of slumping sales at the burger chain … Read more
Dozens of ready-to-eat deli-style salads and cream cheese products sold across New York City have been recalled over possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination, according to an announcement posted by the Food and Drug Administration on September 6. Made Fresh Salads Inc., based in Bay Shore, Long Island, distributed the affected items directly to retailers and distributors … Read more
To cope with a month of consistent 90-degree weather across Southern California, reporting teams sought out cool relief through a wide variety of sweet treats and regional eateries, according to staff round-ups detailing local food finds across Los Angeles, Orange counties, and the Inland Empire. Cool Treats and Sweet Discoveries to Beat the Heat Throughout … Read more
According to dining out editor Jesse Mulligan, unruly diner behavior and bizarre customer requests are challenging staff in the city’s hospitality sector. From public marriage proposals rejected on the Auckland Harbour Bridge to diners wearing full cat costumes and bubble wrap in fine-dining establishments, front-of-house teams face unprecedented conduct challenges. Unruly Guests and Bizarre Customer … Read more
The Lounge at the Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills secured the number seven spot on the latest nationwide hotel bar rankings, according to USA Today. The annual 10Best Awards, which rely on nominations from a panel of experts followed by public voting from USA Today readers, placed the Beverly Hills venue at … Read more
Island Life – Jersey is a mobile application developed by local residents D’Arcy O’Neill and Sergio Goncalves to aggregate events, public transport, and local guides into a single digital platform, according to interviews with the founders. The app provides residents and visitors with real-time updates on roadworks, bus tracking, coastal walks, and local business offers, … Read more
According to Time Out’s newly updated ranking of the best delis in New York City, Katz’s Delicatessen has officially claimed the No. 1 spot. Located on Houston Street since 1888, the legendary Lower East Side establishment beat out beloved institutions including 2nd Ave Deli, Barney Greengrass, Sarge’s Delicatessen, and Pastrami Queen. Ranking NYC’s Best Delis … Read more
El Segundo-based EZPZ, a new pizza and soft-serve spot, opened at 321 Main Street, offering a minimalist approach to dining with only two menu items. The venture, led by movie producer Beau Flynn and actor Marley Shelton, aims to differentiate itself through simplicity amid Los Angeles’ crowded pizza scene. Minimalist Menu Focuses on Core Ingredients … Read more