Le Pavillon by Daniel Boulud marks its 5th anniversary and deserves recognition for revitalizing New York City dining after the pandemic.
Le Pavillon Celebrates Five Years of Resilience in Midtown The restaurant that revitalized Midtown dining during the pandemic recently marked its fifth anniversary. Chef and owner Daniel Boulud cherishes more than just the highly praised Michelin-starred Le Pavillon’s dishes and stunning setting. Back in the spring of 2021, when New York City was still grappling […]
Bureaucratic hurdles prevent NYC restaurants from providing outdoor dining, resulting in a significant decrease in choices.
Outdoor dining, which served as a crucial support for restaurants throughout and post-pandemic, has hit a wall in New York City. This spring, only about 2,100 restaurants have secured permits—significantly down from 13,000 during the pandemic and fewer than the 2,500 permits issued last year, based on a study by Sidedish. Last year, around 1,000 […]
Ving Rhames taken to the hospital after collapsing while dining out.
Ving Rhames is reportedly heading home after a hospital visit on Wednesday morning, as confirmed by a representative. The 66-year-old actor, known for his role in “Mission: Impossible,” collapsed while dining at Granville Restaurant in North Hollywood, according to the manager, Brad Kramer. “He sounded like himself and even joked on the phone,” Kramer shared. […]
Restaurants and bars in the US are increasingly encouraging a phone-free dining experience.
Rethinking Phone Use in Restaurants Imagine sitting down for dinner. The menu is there, but instead of everyone reaching for their phones, something different happens: they start talking. More restaurants and bars across the country are now encouraging patrons to put away their devices. Some even lock phones in pouches to eliminate distractions. The aim […]
Columbus-style pizza receives national acclaim as a popular dining choice.
While New York and Chicago often dominate the pizza conversation, Columbus, Ohio is starting to demand attention for its distinct pizza style. This city boasts its very own Columbus-style pizza. This unique variety features a thin crust paired with a slightly sweet tomato sauce and a generous amount of cheese, typically a mix of provolone […]
Mamdani and the Left’s restaurant solutions might actually harm NYC’s dining atmosphere.
Few topics resonate with voters as much as food prices. Almost 90% of Americans express anxiety over grocery costs, with a significant portion considering it a major source of stress. It seems only natural that New York City’s Mayor Mamdani would get involved in the discussion about food affordability. He gained traction by promising to […]
Cruise ship travelers criticize the new dining dress code as ‘foolish’
Norwegian Cruise Line is facing criticism from passengers over its new dining dress code policy, which many have labeled as “ridiculous.” Typically, cruise-goers opt for comfortable attire like T-shirts and shorts, but this new policy may require them to trade those in for something more upscale if they wish to dine at the cruise line’s […]
Norwegian Cruise Line criticized for change in dining dress code: ‘Foolish rule’
The ship has sailed. Norwegian Cruise Line is getting significant pushback after seemingly tightening its previously relaxed dress code for onboard dining. Many travelers are calling the new rules “absurd.” Guests wanting to dine at six of the ship’s more upscale restaurants—Palomar, Ocean Blue, Onda, Cagney’s, Le Bistro, and Haven—will now find that wearing shorts […]
Searches for budget-friendly dining options rise 252% as Americans cope with inflation.
With families feeling the pinch of rising food prices, buffets are making a notable comeback as an affordable dining option. According to Yelp’s latest trend predictions for 2026, there has been a staggering 252% increase in searches for “all-you-can-eat buffets near me” from September 2024 to August 2025 compared to previous years. This trend isn’t […]
Dining solo? You can now go on a real date with your AI chatbot at the world’s first companion cafe in NYC.
AI Companion Cafe Opens in Hell’s Kitchen If you’ve transitioned from one dating app to another, a new bar is now catering to you. The Same Same Wine Bar in Hell’s Kitchen has been revamped specifically for those who enjoy the company of an AI partner. You can bring along your phone or tablet, sit […]