Food & Leisure

Tasting Wagamama’s Pan-Asian Flavor in Midtown

By Ann Brown / October 2, 2026 /

New York City has no shortage of places to grab noodles, ramen, dumplings, or a well-crafted cocktail. But Wagamama is bringing its own distinctly British take on pan-Asian dining to Midtown Manhattan with its New York City location at 100 W. 55th St. The global restaurant is giving New Yorkers another destination for the fresh,…

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The Business Behind the Biscuit: Lessons From Chef Rene Johnson’s Seven-Figure Soul Food Company

By Ann Brown / September 29, 2026 /

Chef Rene Johnson turned a love of soul food into a seven-figure catering business by doing something many entrepreneurs struggle to do: transforming talent into a scalable business. As the founder of Bay area-based Blackberry Soul Fine Catering, Johnson has elevated traditional soul food into a sophisticated catering experience for major corporations and high-profile events.…

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Marco Felluga Unveils New Look for Friuli Bianco DOC Just Molamatta

By Ann Brown / September 27, 2026 /

Marco Felluga is giving one of its signature wines a contemporary new look as the historic Friuli winery prepares to introduce the redesigned Friuli Bianco DOC – Just Molamatta at Vinitaly 2026 in Verona, Italy. The new visual identity brings together essential shapes, bold colors and a stronger emphasis on the Friuli Bianco DOC denomination.…

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Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley Heads to Times Square

By Ann Brown / September 27, 2026 /

Southern comfort food is getting a major New York City address. Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley, the fast-growing restaurant concept known for elevated Southern cuisine, crafted cocktails and its signature “Welcome Home” hospitality, is preparing to open in Times Square this fall. The nearly 10,000-square-foot restaurant will be located at 7 Times Square, just…

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Four Family-Owned Italian Wine Estates to Know This Fall

By NEW YORK TREND / September 21, 2026 / Comments Off on Four Family-Owned Italian Wine Estates to Know This Fall

As fall entertaining and holiday celebrations approach, wine lovers are increasingly looking beyond familiar labels for bottles with a story behind them. Italy’s multigenerational wine estates offer both: distinctive wines and family histories that stretch across generations. From Tuscany to Sicily, these four estates bring something different to the autumn and holiday table. San Polo:…

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Denver-Based FloWater Wins Gold Stevie Award for Thought Leadership

By NEW YORK TREND / September 16, 2026 / Comments Off on Denver-Based FloWater Wins Gold Stevie Award for Thought Leadership

Denver-based drinking water company FloWater has been recognized for its efforts to educate consumers and spark conversations about the future of drinking water. The company was named a Gold Winner in the 23rd annual International Business Awards, part of the Stevie Awards, receiving the distinction of Thought Leadership Organization of the Year in the Business…

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GOOD GOOD Brings Mango Habanero Heat to the Jam Aisle

By Ann Brown / September 15, 2026 / Comments Off on GOOD GOOD Brings Mango Habanero Heat to the Jam Aisle

Sweet and spicy flavors are getting a new addition to the breakfast table with the launch of Mango Habanero Jam from GOOD GOOD, a better-for-you brand known for its no-added-sugar jams and spreads. Retailing for $11.99, Mango Habanero Jam is the brand’s first genuinely spicy jam and combines real mango with Texas-grown habanero peppers. The…

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Dixie Grace’s Boiled Peanuts Bring a Southern Classic Into the Modern Snack Aisle

By NEW YORK TREND / September 3, 2026 / Comments Off on Dixie Grace’s Boiled Peanuts Bring a Southern Classic Into the Modern Snack Aisle

Boiled peanuts are getting a modern makeover as Dixie Grace’s Boiled Peanuts brings the beloved Southern snack from roadside stands and family gatherings to today’s grab-and-go snack aisle. The woman- and minority-owned brand is reimagining boiled peanuts with an artisanal cooking process, organic ingredients and convenient packaging designed for consumers looking for flavorful snacks that…

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Boba POPS Bring a Boozy Twist to Cocktails and Celebrations

By Ann Brown / September 2, 2026 / Comments Off on Boba POPS Bring a Boozy Twist to Cocktails and Celebrations

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 / Comments Off on Blueberry Startups Put a Fresh Spin on the Familiar Superfruit

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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