Food & Leisure

Jeannie Jacobs Invites Readers Into Her Kitchen with ‘Welcome to My Table’

By Ann Brown / November 7, 2025 /

Lifestyle and culinary enthusiast Jeannie Jacobs MD is inviting readers into her home and heart with the release of Welcome to My Table, a soulful new cookbook featuring over 75 recipes that celebrate food, family, and tradition. The book blends treasured family recipes with Jacobs’ reflections on life, love, and the power of gathering around…

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Prospect Park Alliance Welcomes Hibiscus Brew with New Mobile Cart at Bartel Pritchard Entrance

By Ann Brown / October 26, 2025 /

Prospect Park Alliance, the nonprofit organization dedicated to maintaining and enriching Brooklyn’s iconic green space, has announced a flavorful addition to the park’s food landscape: Hibiscus Brew, a Brooklyn-based cafe, has launched a mobile food and beverage cart at the Bartel Pritchard Entrance. Dubbed “The Bloom,” the cart offers visitors an array of island-inspired drinks,…

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Omie’s Easy Scoop Plate Brings Health, Color, and Sustainability to Toddler Mealtime

By NEW YORK TREND / October 19, 2025 / Comments Off on Omie’s Easy Scoop Plate Brings Health, Color, and Sustainability to Toddler Mealtime

As parents gear up for holiday gift-giving season, finding meaningful, practical presents that promote healthy habits for little ones can be a challenge. That’s where Omie, an AAPI-owned, all-women small business, steps in. Known for its commitment to thoughtful, sustainable design, Omie introduces the Easy Scoop Plate — a colorful, plastic-free mealtime essential made to…

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inKind App Rewards Diners While Supporting Restaurants Nationwide

By NEW YORK TREND / October 8, 2025 / Comments Off on inKind App Rewards Diners While Supporting Restaurants Nationwide

Dining out just got more rewarding, thanks to inKind, a rapidly growing dining rewards app that connects food lovers with over 4,000 restaurants across the country. With more than 3 million downloads to date, inKind is changing the way people experience restaurants—offering not only curated access to some of the nation’s most celebrated dining spots…

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Harlem Shake Ignites Flavor with ‘Hell’s Kitchen’-Inspired ‘Girl is on Fire’ Combo

By Ann Brown / September 23, 2025 / Comments Off on Harlem Shake Ignites Flavor with ‘Hell’s Kitchen’-Inspired ‘Girl is on Fire’ Combo

Harlem Shake, the award-winning fast-casual restaurant known for its burgers, shakes, and vibrant Harlem spirit, has teamed up with Broadway’s hit musical “HELL’S KITCHEN” to launch a limited-time culinary experience: the “Girl is on Fire” combo. Running through October 11, the collaboration is available exclusively at Harlem Shake’s flagship Harlem location at 100 W. 124th…

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Seafood, Soul, and Sweet Success: Ka-wana Jefferson’s Flavor-Filled Mission with Sweet Catch BK and Lost Borough Ice Cream

By Ann Brown / August 6, 2025 / Comments Off on Seafood, Soul, and Sweet Success: Ka-wana Jefferson’s Flavor-Filled Mission with Sweet Catch BK and Lost Borough Ice Cream

Brooklyn-based hospitality entrepreneur and proud HBCU graduate Ka-wana Jefferson is making waves in the culinary world with her two standout brands: Sweet Catch BK, a fast-casual seafood and soul food eatery in Prospect Lefferts Gardens, and Lost Borough Ice Cream, known for its creative and culturally inspired frozen treats. Jefferson, who holds two psychology degrees,…

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Uncovering the Ancient Roots of Umbrian Wine: A Groundbreaking Research Project

By NEW YORK TREND / August 1, 2025 / Comments Off on Uncovering the Ancient Roots of Umbrian Wine: A Groundbreaking Research Project

A new research initiative is casting fresh light on the origins of one of Italy’s most treasured cultural products: wine. Titled “Radici: The Echo of Origins,” the project seeks to explore and enhance the deep historical and cultural roots of Umbrian wine, tracing its journey from ancient times to the present day. Led by Umbria…

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The Frick Collection Debuts First-Ever Café, Westmoreland

By Ann Brown / July 20, 2025 / Comments Off on The Frick Collection Debuts First-Ever Café, Westmoreland

For the first time in its storied history, The Frick Collection is offering visitors and members a place to dine. On June 6, the museum unveiled Westmoreland, an elegant café nestled on the second floor of its newly renovated Fifth Avenue home. Part of the Frick’s ambitious revitalization project, Westmoreland represents a new chapter in…

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Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks Climbs to #6 on Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers List

By Ann Brown / July 13, 2025 / Comments Off on Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks Climbs to #6 on Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers List

Since its humble beginnings in a 700-square-foot gas station shop, Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks has become a powerhouse in the fast-casual dining scene—and now The Door is proud to represent this rising brand. Founded by Derrick Hayes, a West Philadelphia native who has made a major impact in Atlanta, Big Dave’s was recently named #6 on…

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Smith & Webster: The Hottest Dining Destination in Coral Springs and Miami, FL

By Ann Brown / July 3, 2025 / Comments Off on Smith & Webster: The Hottest Dining Destination in Coral Springs and Miami, FL

NFL star turned restaurateur Kayvon Webster has taken South Florida’s dining scene by storm with his acclaimed restaurant, Smith & Webster, now considered one of the hottest culinary destinations in both Miami and Coral Springs. With its unique blend of bold flavors, high-energy atmosphere, and celebrity appeal, Smith & Webster is redefining what it means…

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