Morning Buns for Non-Morning People
Dining, Today
Set your alarms and prepare to get in line.
36 Hours in Valencia, Spain
Interactive, Today
Long famous as the birthplace of paella, Valencia offers 300 days of sunshine, exuberant architecture and wide swaths of urban green spaces. And with artists, designers and digital nomads moving in, its cultural scene and gastronomy are soaring.
Why Is This the Most Controversial Restaurant in London?
Dining, Yesterday
The cook at the London restaurant the Yellow Bittern serves up controversy alongside hearty stews. And it all boils down to class.
There’s Always a Wedding Banquet at Madam Ji Ki Shaadi
Dining, March 4
A kimchi tasting menu at Raon, Ernie O’Malley’s hides an Irish speakeasy and more restaurant news.
The Bliss of Wearing Butter Yellow
Styles, March 4
Charisma, positivity and warmth are traits that fans attribute to the color, which has been on the ascent.
Seeing Political Red Meat, Texas May Rename the New York Strip Steak
Dining, March 3
The Texas strip? That state’s lieutenant governor wants to rebrand the cut, but New Yorkers aren’t biting.
A Taste of This Restaurant Cut Through the Internet Food Noise
Dining, February 28
At Luv2Eat Express, a chance to try the dishes before you order makes for some unexpectedly enlightening moments.
Ridgewood Is a Restaurant Neighborhood
Dining, February 27
Spend a day enjoying a Mexican-influenced brunch, Neapolitan pizza and drinks with a pernil “crisp wrap ultimate.”
The Most Important Person (in Japanese Food) You’ve Never Heard Of
Dining, February 27
From her TriBeCa shop, Saori Kawano has spent decades supplying chefs with knives and housewares, and teaching Americans about the precise pleasures of the cuisine.
36 Hours in Kathmandu
Interactive, February 27
Its Hindu and Buddhist temples restored after a devastating earthquake, this city of monks, artisans, trekkers and tourists beckons with ambitious new restaurants and a diverse nightlife.
Inside the Eccentric Japanese-Inspired Studio of a Beloved Berlin Artist
T Style, February 25
The ceramist Oliver Prestele invited friends over to try dishes for his new restaurant.
This Lavish Park Avenue Restaurant Is Out to Seduce You
Dining, February 25
At Four Twenty Five, two top-tier chefs, Jean-Georges Vongerichten and Jonathan Benno, dazzle with a surprising and sumptuous menu.
A Golden Era Begins for a Korean Restaurant Near Rockefeller Center
Dining, February 25
Golden Diner’s owner has taken over his family’s business at Golden HOF/NY Kimchi, and more restaurant news.
4 Black Women Who Mixed Fine Dining, Fashion and Art in New York
Dining, February 25
The dining rooms created by these restaurateurs weren’t just eye-catching; they were stages for their owners’ personal stories.
Will It Crab Rangoon?
Dining, February 24
The Chinese American restaurant staple is so beloved among American chefs that it’s appearing in bagels, on pizza and even in doughnuts.
Patsy Grimaldi, Whose Name Became Synonymous With Pizza, Dies at 93
Obits, February 21
His coal-oven pizzeria in the shadow of the Brooklyn Bridge has drawn patrons from New York City and beyond.
A Man Who Left His Mark on Pizza in New York
Metro, February 21
Patsy Grimaldi, who died last week, was a crucial link between the early days of brick oven pizza and the pies that we eat all around town today.
My Perfect Solo Saturday
Dining, February 20
Three spots for a day out on the town, no share plates necessary.
Tom Fitzmorris, Colorful New Orleans Food Critic, Dies at 74
Obits, February 20
In print, online and on the radio, he parlayed a savant’s mastery of his city’s restaurant menus and a love of the spotlight into a career that spanned five decades.
A New Hotel Perched in the Hills of Florence
T Style, February 20
Plus: an exhibition dedicated to Leigh Bowery, hydrating skin care made from rice and more recommendations from T Magazine.
36 Hours in Banff
Interactive, February 20
Set within Canada’s oldest national park, Banff offers skiing and other activities, a vibrant cultural scene and mountain views everywhere you look.
The Llama San Team Expands Nikkei Cooking at Papa San
Dining, February 18
Gui Steakhouse serves chops and Sichuan sides, Le Petit Village brings more French to the West Village and more news.
$67 a Day for a Week of Skiing? We Put the Indy Pass to the Test.
Travel, February 18
Our Frugal Traveler tries out the bargain pass at frill-free resorts in Utah, Idaho and Montana.
‘The White Lotus’ llega a Tailandia. Y los turistas también
En español, February 15
En un fenómeno que se hace cada vez más recurrente, una serie exitosa trae consigo un incremento en el turismo y en los precios de los lugares que son escenario del rodaje.
4,000 Applications for Outdoor Dining. 39 Licenses Issued.
Metro, February 14
A program to restart outdoor dining in New York City on April 1 is facing an extensive backlog of applications.
Three Potpies That Go Beyond Chicken
Dining, February 13
A Japanese curry take on beef pie, an upscale fisherman’s pie and a comforting Irish turkey pie.
How Do You Feel About Dining Alone? We Want to Hear.
Dining, February 13
We’re asking readers to help us understand solo dining in America.
At These Bars and Restaurants, a Valentine’s Day for the Rest of Us
Dining, February 13
On one of the biggest nights of the year for restaurants, a select few are saying no to the “corporatization” of romance and the singling out of single people.
Tinted Lip Balms to Brighten Winter Days
T Style, February 13
Plus: a Cornwall cottage, an upstate New York cafe serving up dumplings and more recommendations from T Magazine.
Live From This Italian Restaurant, It’s ‘Saturday Night’!
Dining, February 13
For decades, the ‘Saturday Night Live’ creator Lorne Michaels has been wining and dining celebrity hosts and staff members on Tuesdays at the unassuming Midtown restaurant Lattanzi.
A New York Restaurant, a Texas Farm and Their Plant-Based Brawl
Dining, February 13
They shared the same name, Dirt Candy, and a devotion to healthy food. But a trademark dispute turned into an urban-rural standoff.
36 Hours in Guadalajara, Mexico
Interactive, February 13
Despite its population of five million, Guadalajara, Mexico’s second city, can feel like a village — one that's packed with art and architecture, walkable neighborhoods, and thrilling food options.
The Soaring Cost of Eggs Is Hitting Your Local Breakfast Spot
Business, February 12
As the wholesale price of eggs rises, breakfast specials at some restaurants are getting more expensive.
‘The White Lotus’ Is Coming to Thailand. So Are the Tourists.
Travel, February 12
Crowds of visitors descended on Maui and Sicily after the HBO show’s first two seasons. Is the tropical resort island of Koh Samui ready for Season 3?
My Obsessive Quest for a Thrilling Beef Noodle Soup
Dining, February 11
As Lanzhou beef noodle soup goes from regional specialty to global attraction, I set out to find the best bowls in New York City.
The View Rotates Above Manhattan Once Again
Dining, February 11
The restaurant on the 47th floor of the Marriott Marquis in Times Square is reopening under the management of Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group.
Fine-Dining Menus Are More Than Word Salad
Games, February 11
The language that chefs use says as much about us as it does about them.
The Singular Magic of Torrisi: New York City on a Plate
Dining, February 7
Sam Sifton takes you through a meal at Torrisi, where the story of the five boroughs is channeled through the food.
Story of a Restaurant: The Magic of New York City on a Plate
Video, February 7
Our critic takes you through a meal at Torrisi, where the story of the five boroughs is channeled through the food.
A Shirley Temple Hates to See Him Coming
Dining, February 7
Leo Kelly is an 11-year-old beverage critic, and he already has the power to change restaurant menus.
We Answer Your Very Specific Restaurant Questions
Dining, February 6
Italian food across from Lincoln Center, an excellent pickle soup for lunch and the perfect spots for Valentine’s Day.
In a Mexican Town Known for Big Waves, a Stylish New Hotel
T Style, February 6
Plus: a fashion designer’s floral rugs, a rooftop restaurant in Jaipur and more recommendations from T Magazine.
36 Hours in St. Petersburg, Fla.
Interactive, February 6
St. Petersburg can come as a surprise to visitors expecting malls and subdivisions. There are beautiful beaches, yes, but also a museum with Salvadore Dalí’s early works and a bar that encourages dogs to come with their owners.
In Seattle, a Renowned Family Restaurant Partnership Ends, Mindfully
Dining, February 5
Canlis, opened in 1950, has been run by two brothers since 2007. One of them, along with the executive chef, is leaving.
Facebook Marketplace Chefs Deliver Homemade Tamales, Empanadas and Other Foods
Express, October 24
Facebook Marketplace, a platform often used for furniture and electronics, is an increasingly popular place to buy and sell home-cooked meals.
Do Careerism and College Mix?
Letters, October 6
Readers respond to a guest essay by a recent college graduate. Also: New York City’s new outdoor dining program; how immigrants built America.
Greed, Gluttony and the Crackup of Red Lobster
Sunday Business, September 9
How missed opportunities, a $1.5 billion real estate deal, all-you-can-eat shrimp and the global pandemic sank the country’s largest seafood chain.
A Judge’s Decision to Delay Trump’s Sentencing
Letters, September 8
Readers disagree about whether putting off sentencing until after the election was the right move. Also: Risky Covid behavior; outdoor dining; a librarian’s fight.
Sidewalk Cafes Are the Latest Target of N.Y.C. Outdoor Dining Crackdown
Metro, August 30
Under new outdoor dining rules, inspectors are ticketing some restaurants and coffeehouses that have a few chairs or tables outside but no formal structures.
Can Free Rent Revive Downtown San Francisco?
Business, August 11
The city, which is among those most devastated in the country after the pandemic, is trying to lure businesses back with a free-rent period.
Street Sheds Transformed New York City Dining. Many Will Soon Disappear.
Metro, August 3
New requirements for the city’s outdoor dining program are being met with concern by restaurant owners.
Debating Covid’s Origins: A Lab or a Market?
Letters, June 13
Responses to a guest essay asserting that the pandemic likely began with a lab leak. Also: President Biden’s image problems; “junk fees” in restaurants.
Ghost Kitchens Are Disappearing, Squeezed by Demand and Complaints
Business, April 12
Delivery-only operations boomed during the pandemic. Now Wendy’s, Kroger and mom-and-pop food businesses are rethinking their operations.
Here’s Why a New York City Lobster Roll (With Fries!) Costs $32
Metro, November 14
The pandemic upended everything at the Red Hook Lobster Pound. By mid-2022, the co-founder felt she had no choice but to raise the price of her signature item, a lobster roll and fries.
The Restaurant Revolution Has Begun
Op Ed, October 20
Many restaurants are fundamentally changing how they do business after the pandemic.
Can There Be Too Many Cafes in Paris?
Business, August 21
The neighbors may complain about the noise, but outdoor spaces that bloomed under a pandemic program are now a permanent and vibrant fixture of city life.
Can Frozen Peas, Long Taken for Granted, Find New Appeal in the U.K.?
Foreign, August 9
Britain’s vegetable producers are hoping this is a moment for the humble frozen pea, a cost-effective staple at a time of rising food prices.
Can Boracay Beat Overtourism?
Travel, April 11
Called one of the world’s best islands, the Philippine resort was closed by the government for six months and reopened with a cap on visitors. Now, with travelers coming back, will it continue to hold the line?
Do Dining Sheds Still Make Sense?
Metropolitan, March 3
They were crucial for restaurants and cooped-up New Yorkers during the pandemic. Now their usefulness is being debated.
In New Zealand, Sauvignon Wishes and Sashimi Dreams
Travel, January 23
A road trip in the country’s South Island offered perfect wines, stunning views, intimate restaurants and the chance to make a pilgrimage to a salmon Shangri-La.
Foodie Fever Dreams Can’t Keep Restaurants Afloat
Op Ed, January 20
The business must reinvent itself to survive.
Shift to Remote Work Puts Pressure on Chains Like Sweetgreen
Business, January 19
Downtown lunch spots that rely on catering to white-collar professionals are rethinking their business model as more employees work from home.
What TikTok Told Us About the Economy in 2022
Business, December 31
From Barbiecore to revenge travel, social media trends gave us a clear picture of the forces reshaping the economy.
The Hochul-Zeldin Debate: A Combative Clash
Metro, October 26
Representative Lee Zeldin painted a bleak portrait of New York, while Gov. Kathy Hochul stressed her rival’s anti-abortion stance and his support for Donald Trump.
On Car-Free Streets, Many New York Restaurants Thrived
Metropolitan, October 25
By promoting outdoor dining, the city’s Open Streets program has helped some eating and drinking establishments survive the pandemic, a new report finds.
Staying Up Late to Find Out Why New York No Longer Does
Metro, September 21
More bars and restaurants are closing their doors at earlier hours, and more New Yorkers are grabbing dinner earlier in the evening. One of our reporters set off to find out why.
When Schools Don’t Educate Their Students
Letters, September 13
Readers discuss an investigation into the lack of secular education at New York’s yeshivas. Also: Outdoor dining; climate-crisis deniers.
In the Mile High City, Festivals and Food Are on the Rise
Travel, August 11
Denver has regained its prepandemic vibrancy, with a plethora of new restaurants and hotels, and the return of some old favorites.
Hulu’s ‘The Bear’ and the Restaurant Industry’s Long Overdue Reckoning
Op Ed, August 7
The Hulu drama is resonating partly because it shows workers demanding a better workplace, which is happening in the restaurant industry and beyond.
Opponents of Outdoor Dining Renew Fight Against Sheds
Metro, August 5
Mayor Eric Adams is a big supporter of outdoor dining, but those who dislike the program are trying to kill it in court.
The Business Lunch May Be Going Out of Business
Dining, July 11
As remote work persists and business deals are sealed online, many upscale restaurants that catered to the nation’s downtown office crowd are canceling the meal.
Hong Kong’s Floating Restaurant Sinks at Sea, Laden With Memories
Express, June 21
Jumbo Floating Restaurant, which closed in 2020, capsized in the South China Sea after being towed from the city. The sinking triggered nostalgia for a happier period of Hong Kong history.
From the South Side to the Loop, Chicago’s Innovative Spirit Thrives
Travel, June 9
Theater, art and music are flourishing, and on the culinary scene, a 13-course Filipino tasting menu and a sleek Black-owned winery in Bronzeville are just a few of the city’s new offerings.
Noma Chef Won’t Attend Brooklyn Dinner Series. So the Meals Are Free.
Dining, May 18
American Express, a sponsor, said it would refund the price of the $700-a-person dinners after hearing that the chef, René Redzepi, tested positive for Covid.
All of Those Quitters? They’re at Work.
Sunday Business, May 13
The Great Resignation was in fact a moment many people traded up for a better-paying gig.