Not Too Hot, Not Too Crowded: 6 Spots for a Late Summer Trip
Travel, Yesterday
Let others fight the lines and the heat while you relax on a secluded beach or bike a trail through the mountains.
Pair Your Vietnamese Iced Coffee With Pandan Cakes
Dining, July 25
A perfect Vietnamese coffee is reason enough to celebrate. But a few sweet treats can’t hurt.
These Fragrant Shrimp Dumplings Tell a Family’s Story
Dining, July 25
At Lapis in Washington, D.C., the beloved shrimp mantoo are inspired by the chef Shamim Popal’s life and her love for Afghanistan.
An Australian Island With ‘Wild’ Saunas and Pagan Festivals
T Style, July 25
A local’s guide to Tasmania, with tips on where to sleep, eat and surf.
36 Hours in Nice, France
Interactive, July 25
The French Riviera resort town brims with the unexpected, including a wealth of prehistory, ancient ruins and newer attractions.
Japan for Kids: Pikachu Is Just the Start
Travel, July 25
The birthplace of anime, manga and, of course, Pokémon, has child-friendly attractions at every turn. Here, six spots your children will thank you for visiting.
After the Chef James Kent’s Death, His Team Presses On
Dining, July 24
The renamed Kent Hospitality Group has reshuffled staff, brought in the chef of Clover Hill and made plans for the future.
At America’s Biggest Fish Market, 3 A.M. Is Prime Time
T Style, July 24
New York’s Fulton Fish Market, which supplies the city with nearly half its seafood, is run by third-, fourth-, even sixth-generation fishmongers.
Rosa Ross, Late-Blooming Author of Asian Cookbooks, Dies at 86
Obits, July 24
She was, she said, unable to cook a basic meal into her mid-20s. But she went on to a successful career as a restaurateur and an authority on Asian cuisine.
A Bistro Boom, Lesser-Known Museums, Sesame Croissants: What to Do, Eat, See in Paris
Travel, July 24
Heading to France’s capital for the Olympics, or after the crowds have thinned? A travel editor picks some recent Paris stories to help plan your trip.
Lavitta’s Creole Serves Beignets and More in a 1940s Harlem Barbershop
Dining, July 23
Crawfish cakes with Creole aioli, a classic wild shrimp po’ boy and grits with red-eye lamb gravy are also on the menu.
How to Feed 15,000 Olympians in Paris? Start With Baguettes.
Dining, July 22
The French will have to meet a welter of health and cultural requirements, but they still want to serve up some delight.
Check, Please: The Pete Wells Exit Interview
Podcasts, July 19
Why our food critic tossed the fake glasses and quit his dream job.
Four Grilling Pop-Ups Worth Chasing Down
Dining, July 18
Burgers and hot dogs, yes, but also jerk oysters and crispy-bottomed seafood paella.
Homewares Inspired by Hunting Tools and Sea Creatures
T Style, July 18
Plus: a Miami riverfront restaurant, cashmere blankets and more recommendations from T Magazine.
36 Hours in San Diego
Interactive, July 18
San Diego serves up gorgeous beaches, arty neighborhoods and rich history, yet it still excels at being underrated.
Reseñé restaurantes durante 12 años. Es hora de levantarme de la mesa
En español, July 17
Pete Wells deja su puesto de crítico gastronómico en el Times, un trabajo con muchas recompensas y quizá demasiadas comidas.
Robert Pearson, Hair Stylist Turned Acclaimed Barbecue Chef, Dies at 87
Obits, July 17
His Texas-style brisket, made with exacting precision, inspired a generation of New York City pit masters, who opened a wave of smoky joints in the 2000s.
Caffè Panna Brings Summery Sundaes and Granitas to Greenpoint
Dining, July 16
Hallie Meyer’s new Brooklyn branch of her Irving Place spot deploys the signature cloud of panna on sundaes and affogatos.
After 12 Years of Reviewing Restaurants, I’m Leaving the Table
Dining, July 16
Pete Wells is moving on from his role as the Times restaurant critic, a job with many rewards and maybe too many courses.
The Most Memorable Reviews by Pete Wells
Dining, July 16
The Times’s restaurant critic is stepping down after a dozen years on the job. Here are some of his most engaging reviews and essays.
France’s Approach to the Olympics: Food, With a Side of Games
Dining, July 15
The competitions can seem almost an afterthought as the country rolls out 80 pop-up restaurants and countless dining experiences to wow spectators.
What I Learned About Taxes While Waiting Tables
Op Ed, July 15
Eliminating the tipped minimum wage and raising the minimum wage for all workers would help working people far more than a tax cut on tipped wages.
How Janet Yellen Became an Unlikely Culinary Diplomat
Washington, July 13
The Treasury secretary views food as a way to connect, and her dining decisions have become the subject of global intrigue.
The Beastie Boys Sue Chili’s Over Use of ‘Sabotage’
Express, July 12
The band said that the restaurant chain had ripped off the song and its music video in advertising videos posted to social media. The group has won similar cases in the past.
Three Day-to-Night Cafes For Your Summer Fridays
Dining, July 11
Breakfast sandwiches and lattes give way to kosho cod and Lambrusco.
36 Hours in Izmir, Turkey
Interactive, July 11
Thousands of years of culture and history converge in this vibrant, coastal city known as the “Pearl of the Aegean.”
David Liederman, 75, Dies; Found Sweet Success With David’s Cookies
Obits, July 10
His innovative version of the chocolate chip cookie, studded with irregular pieces of dark Swiss chocolate, led to a chain of more than 100 stores worldwide.
A New Terrace Cafe for the Boathouse in Prospect Park
Dining, July 9
Purslane Cafe, from the group behind Rucola and more, serves sandwiches and drinks; Parcelle adds a new location; and more restaurant news.
The Frenchette Team Breathes New Life Into Le Veau d’Or
Dining, July 9
The chefs Lee Hanson and Riad Nasr have restored this French gem on the Upper East Side.
How an Eleven Madison Park Hospitality Guru Brought Realism to ‘The Bear’
Dining, July 9
Will Guidara, who has a co-producing and writing credit on Season 3, talks about the power of surprise and the calling of restaurant work.
Lausanne, Where the Olympics Never End
Travel, July 8
A new arts district, stylish restaurants and a museum that pays homage to the Games greet visitors to this Swiss city, home to the International Olympic Committee.
Why Some of New York’s Snazziest Dining Sheds Are Headed for the Dumps
Metro, July 8
Soon, dining sheds around the city will be dismantled — no matter how attractive they are.
Developing Your Taste
N Y T Now, July 6
The meals that we love are informed as much by the experience of eating them as by the flavor of the food itself.
15 of Our Readers’ Favorite Pizza Places Around the World
Dining, July 5
Exemplary pies can be found in Kathmandu, Rio de Janeiro, Kyoto and across the United States.
Moped-Riding Thieves Frighten Diners at Upscale N.Y.C. Restaurants
Metro, July 5
In Williamsburg and Manhattan, robbers have stolen watches worth tens of thousands of dollars before fleeing on motorbikes.
Five Ridiculously Good Soft Serves For Summer
Dining, July 4
Cherry and mascarpone, vanilla with soy sauce caramel and more ice cream (sadly without a jingle).
36 Hours in Boston
Interactive, July 4
Soak up history, relax in beer gardens that pop open like tulips in summer, and make a pilgrimage to Fenway Park.
‘The Bear’ Gets a Glow Up. Is That a Good Thing?
Styles, July 3
Styles staffers talk about the show’s turn to fine dining and its flashy cameos.
How Would the Restaurant in ‘The Bear’ Work in Real Life?
Dining, July 3
The show is praised for its gritty realism, and some of the details are spot-on. Others, not so much, according to food insiders.
Did You Find These Easter Eggs in ‘The Bear’?
Dining, July 3
Subtle, and not so subtle, culinary references are sprinkled throughout the show’s third season.
Restaurant Review: A Shawarma Stall Is the Stage for a Spice Virtuoso
Dining, July 2
Spice Brothers is a showcase for the power of cinnamon, turmeric and other flavors of the Middle East.
Yellowtail Gets the Prosciutto Treatment and More at Kappo Sono’s Kaiseki Counter
Dining, July 2
Drinks and pastries at Liz’s Book Bar, Il Mulino adds a steakhouse and more restaurant news.
John Waters’s Baltimore
Travel, July 1
The writer and director, famous for making theatergoers squirm in their seats, says he feels most at home wherever the outsiders gather in his native city.
The Future of Eating Out Is Lining Up
Op Ed, June 30
Money-strapped millennials, inflation and the tough economics of the restaurant business have birthed a wait-in-line dining culture.
La IA opina sobre comida, aunque no mastica ni traga
En español, June 29
Un estudio presentó reseñas de restaurantes hechas por escritores humanos y otras por inteligencia artificial a un grupo de personas. Resultado: no pudieron notar la diferencia.
Four Fantastic Frozen Drinks (and What to Eat With Them)
Dining, June 27
Old Bay waffle fries, loaded nachos or a Nathan’s hot dog on the Coney Island boardwalk will go nicely.
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.