Food & Drink

Apr
21
A Novel Kitchen Had A Novel Beginning: From Car Crash To Business Partners

A Novel Kitchen Had A Novel Beginning: From Car Crash To Business Partners

When Ali Ahmed and Akram Nassir saw the “For Rent” sign at 151 Atlantic Avenue, they immediately went in and
4 min read
Apr
15
Openings and Closings: Biscuits, Burgers, and Bubble Teas

Openings and Closings: Biscuits, Burgers, and Bubble Teas

Welcome back to Openings and Closings. Join us in welcoming some new soul food, a bar with a tree inside,
3 min read
Apr
15
Restaurants and Bars Can Stay Open Till Midnight Starting Monday

Restaurants and Bars Can Stay Open Till Midnight Starting Monday

“We’re going to extend the 11 p.m. curfew for food and beverage to midnight,” Governor Andrew Cuomo announced
2 min read
Apr
12
The New Makers of Brooklyn

The New Makers of Brooklyn

For some Brooklyn residents, being laid-off, furloughed, or underemployed was a blessing in disguise. It gave a unique opportunity to
6 min read
Apr
09
Chef Katsu Opens in Clinton Hill Thanks to Neighborhood Support

Chef Katsu Opens in Clinton Hill Thanks to Neighborhood Support

The restaurant opened in part thanks to support from its Clinton Hill neighborhood. Photo courtesy of Chef Katsu.When Chef
3 min read
Apr
02
Talea Beer Co., NYC’s First All Women-Owned Brewery, Opens In Williamsburg

Talea Beer Co., NYC’s First All Women-Owned Brewery, Opens In Williamsburg

Darland, left, and Hankinson, the founders of Talea. Photo by Sydney ButlerLeAnn Darland and Tara Hankinson, the co-founders of Talea
3 min read
Apr
01
AG James Delivers 1.2 Million Eggs to State Food Banks in Price-Gouging Settlement

AG James Delivers 1.2 Million Eggs to State Food Banks in Price-Gouging Settlement

Attorney General Letitia James and other elected officials announcing a settlement with Hillandale Farms Corporation. (Image: AG’s office)New
2 min read
Apr
01
Openings and Closings: Pork Katsu, Pistachio Tart, and Pide

Openings and Closings: Pork Katsu, Pistachio Tart, and Pide

Welcome back to Openings and Closings. This week we welcome back a spot we thought was gone for good, as
3 min read
Mar
30
How to Celebrate Easter in Brooklyn: Chocolate Bunnies and Brunch

How to Celebrate Easter in Brooklyn: Chocolate Bunnies and Brunch

Our next holiday is right around the corner, and we have suggestions for everything from chocolate eggs and bunnies to
3 min read
Mar
23
Across Brooklyn, Providing Emergency Food Remains a Challenge

Across Brooklyn, Providing Emergency Food Remains a Challenge

The Brooklyn Nets Food Pantry at PS/IS 308 on January 15, 2021 in Brooklyn, New York (Image: Michelle Farsi)
3 min read