DINING

May 26 2025LIFESTYLE

Kitchens of the Future: Ditching Islands for Timeless Charm

Kitchen design is set to undergo a significant transformation by 2025. The trendy kitchen island, once the star of modern kitchens, is being replaced by more flexible and personal options. This shift is driven by a desire for spaces that are both functional and inviting. The kitchen island, with its fixed structure, has long been a staple in modern home design. It o...

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Apr 05 2025BUSINESS

How the Little Things in a Restaurant Make a Big Difference

The food service industry is booming and shows no signs of slowing down. This growth is driven by a rising demand for top-notch dining experiences. In this competitive market, restaurants must do more than just serve good food. They need to create an atmosphere that keeps customers coming back. So, what makes a restaurant stand out? It's not just about the food. The...

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Feb 09 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Cook Is Chillin' With Celebrities in New Orleans

Picture this: you're in the heart of New Orleans, and suddenly, there's someone who might seem pretty ordinary to you but he is kind of Tim Cook, the Apple CEO. When he's cruising around town, the atmosphere brings him up in the middle of local scenes. Cook is virtually at home with slightly rowdy crowds and getting revelry. He was hanging out at Super Bowl LIX, ...

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Jan 11 2025LIFESTYLE

KC Restaurant Week Kicks Off Despite Weather Chaos

It's been a wild ride for Kansas City with over a foot of snow in some areas, but that hasn't stopped the show for KC Restaurant Week! With 248 restaurants on board, the event is kicking off, and places like La Bodega are already seeing a surge in visitors. This tiny gem under the I-35 bridge on Southwest Boulevard is a 26-year-old secret that's finally getting its t...

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Jan 01 2025BUSINESS

Restaurant Chains Had a Rough 2024: Closures and Changes

2024 wasn't a great year for many restaurant chains. With consumers cutting back on dining out due to inflation, sales took a hit. This led to some big names shutting down underperforming locations. Wendy's, for instance, closed 140 restaurants by the end of the year. Their CEO, Kirk Tanner, said they aimed to improve the overall footprint by getting rid of low-perfo...

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Dec 23 2024LIFESTYLE

Holiday Dinner Mix-Up at Jean-Georges

Picture this: you’re excited to book a fancy Christmas dinner at Jean-Georges. You spot a special holiday menu online at a great price. But after confirming your reservation, you get an email with regular, higher prices. The restaurant says it’s a mistake, but you still feel tricked. Now, with everywhere else booked up, your Christmas dinner plans are ruined. This sh...

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Nov 24 2024BUSINESS

Airplane Food: Behind the Scenes of In-Flight Meals

Imagine sitting on a plane, enjoying a meal at 35, 000 feet. You might not think about the journey that food took to get there. It's a complex process managed by catering companies, who make sure your inflight meal is as delicious and fresh as possible. Companies like Gate Gourmet work hard to ensure that every class gets the best meal. Even economy class meals are t...

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Friends and Foes at Trump's Victory Feast

Donald Trump and his wife, Melania, shared a meal with billionaire Elon Musk at their private club, Mar-a-Lago. The trio enjoyed a casual dinner outside, chatting and laughing. Melania and Musk were dressed in black, while Trump wore a suit with a yellow tie. This wasn't just a social gathering; Musk, the founder of Tesla and SpaceX, has been a regular presence at Ma...

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Oct 12 2024SPORTS

Chicago Marathon 2024: Weather, Food, and Road Closures You Need to Know

The 46th Bank of America Chicago Marathon is just around the corner, taking place this Sunday, October 13th. This year, the event is special for two reasons. First, runners will honor Kenya's Kelvin Kiptum, who tragically died earlier this year. Second, Brendan O’Brien will be running to raise awareness about mental health, in memory of his late father. But let's div...

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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

Exciting New Shops and Eateries Coming to JFK's Terminal 8

Get ready for a big change at New York's JFK Airport! Terminal 8 is set to open 21 new places to shop, eat, and have fun. This is all part of a big plan to make the airport experience better. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is leading this $125 million project. They want to show off the best of New York to travelers from around the world. Over the next...

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