Food & Leisure

Boba POPS Bring a Boozy Twist to Cocktails and Celebrations

By Ann Brown / September 2, 2026 /

Boba has moved beyond traditional tea. Boba POPS are putting an adult spin on the colorful popping pearls by infusing them with alcohol and flavors designed to complement cocktails, sparkling drinks and desserts. Made exclusively for adults 21 and older, Boba POPS are alcohol-infused pearls that burst when bitten, adding flavor, texture and a playful…

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Blueberry Startups Put a Fresh Spin on the Familiar Superfruit

By NEW YORK TREND / September 2, 2026 /

Blueberries are a familiar favorite in smoothies, muffins and yogurt, but a new group of food entrepreneurs is finding ways to take the fruit far beyond the produce aisle. The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council, in partnership with innovation advisory firm VentureFuel, has announced the 2026 cohort of its Blueberry Boost Accelerator. The program highlights emerging…

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Montalbera Unveils Immersive Wine Experience in Piedmont’s Monferrato

By Ann Brown / August 31, 2026 /

Wine tourism is taking on a new dimension in Piedmont, where Montalbera has launched the Montalbera 360° Experience, an expansive hospitality project designed to immerse visitors in the wine, landscape and culture of Monferrato. Conceived by owner Franco Morando, the project brings together wine, accommodations, wellness and outdoor adventures at the estate in Castagnole Monferrato.…

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Alix Earle Teams Up With Dunkin’ for a Breakfast Built for Busy Mornings

By Ann Brown / August 23, 2026 /

Dunkin’ is giving busy mornings a caffeinated upgrade with the debut of the Alix’s Earle-Y Riser Meal, a new breakfast collaboration created with social media personality Alix Earle. Available nationwide starting today, the limited-time meal is inspired by Earle’s fast-paced lifestyle and includes several of her Dunkin’ favorites. The lineup features a Shakin’ Espresso with…

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San Babila Café Brings Milan-Inspired Pastries and Gelato to the Upper East Side

By Ann Brown / August 18, 2026 / Comments Off on San Babila Café Brings Milan-Inspired Pastries and Gelato to the Upper East Side

New Yorkers looking for a taste of Milan without leaving Manhattan have a new destination to add to their list. San Babila Café will open its second location on Wednesday, July 1, at 1247 Third Avenue on the Upper East Side, bringing its Milan-inspired take on Italian café culture to the neighborhood. The new bakery…

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Vilnius TV Tower Reopens Revolving Restaurant 165 Meters Above Lithuania

By Ann Brown / August 18, 2026 / Comments Off on Vilnius TV Tower Reopens Revolving Restaurant 165 Meters Above Lithuania

Dinner with a view is getting a new meaning in Vilnius, Lithuania, where the city’s iconic TV Tower has reopened its panoramic Milky Way restaurant 165 meters above the ground. Located inside one of Europe’s tallest television towers, the restaurant combines contemporary Lithuanian cuisine with 360-degree views stretching up to 50 kilometers on clear days.…

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Lost Borough Ice Cream Brings Artisanal Flavors and Community Spirit to Inwood

By Ann Brown / August 11, 2026 / Comments Off on Lost Borough Ice Cream Brings Artisanal Flavors and Community Spirit to Inwood

Upper Manhattan has a new destination for handcrafted desserts as Lost Borough Ice Cream opens its second location in Inwood, bringing its signature artisanal flavors, freshly baked cookies and community-focused approach to one of Manhattan’s most culturally diverse neighborhoods. Located at 4791 Broadway between Cumming Street and Academy Street, the 500-square-foot shop is owned by…

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Highball Brings Global Soccer Fever to Times Square With International Beer Program

By NEW YORK TREND / August 11, 2026 / Comments Off on Highball Brings Global Soccer Fever to Times Square With International Beer Program

As international soccer takes over summer conversations, Highball at Tempo by Hilton Times Square is giving fans a way to experience the tournament through food, drinks and the cultures represented on the field. Located above the energy of Times Square, Highball is celebrating the 48 participating national teams with a global beer program featuring selections…

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Crema Gourmet Is Becoming Midtown Manhattan’s Go-To Café for Summer Coffee Runs and Bryant Park Picnics

By Ann Brown / August 8, 2026 / Comments Off on Crema Gourmet Is Becoming Midtown Manhattan’s Go-To Café for Summer Coffee Runs and Bryant Park Picnics

Summer in New York City brings its own traditions—morning iced matcha, lazy afternoons in Bryant Park, and Friday escapes to the Hamptons. For many New Yorkers, one Midtown café is becoming the perfect stop before all of those seasonal rituals. Located at 3 East 40th Street, just steps from Bryant Park and Fifth Avenue, Crema…

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Luxury Rhodes Resort Brings London’s Top Chefs to the Aegean for Exclusive Summer Dining Series

By NEW YORK TREND / August 7, 2026 / Comments Off on Luxury Rhodes Resort Brings London’s Top Chefs to the Aegean for Exclusive Summer Dining Series

Food lovers planning a Mediterranean getaway this summer will have the opportunity to enjoy some of London’s most celebrated cuisine without ever leaving Greece. The Ixian Grand & All Suites, a five-star, adults-only beachfront resort on the west coast of Rhodes, has unveiled an exclusive Summer Culinary Series featuring four acclaimed UK chefs. Running from…

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