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The Observer | Vegan

Making Vegan Viable at Avant Garden

Ravi DeRossi’s new East Village restaurant goes heavy on flavors and light on morals. ----------------------------The first time I tried to eat at Avant Garden,...

By Joshua David Stein - June 11, 2016
The Observer | The Feed | Restaurants

A Dante Style Tribute to a New Sandwich Shop

The Antico Noè sandwich shop, opened by partners Michael Grant and Vinny Dautaj. (Photo: Oleg March) A few months ago, Michael Grant opened a Manhattan...

By Joshua David Stein - April 6, 2016
The Observer | Restaurants | New York City

Harlem Shake Out

"Reminiscing on missed restaurants after a house move" Bettolona Interior, mid-day. (Photo Kaitlyn Flannagan for Observer) An apartment is empty when you move...

By Joshua David Stein - March 17, 2016
The Observer | Restaurants | The Feed

Scramble for NYC’s Best Eggs

The takeout counter featuring homemade pastries and fresh baked breads at High Street on Hudson. (Melissa C. Goodwin for Observer) At its best, a breakfast...

By Joshua David Stein - February 25, 2016
The Observer | Restaurants | Food

The Next Big Food Thing Is Posh, Fast Casual

Someday soon—perhaps, very soon—the golden arches of McDonald’s will crack, tumble and fall. They will be trampled upon by an army rallied...

By Joshua David Stein - January 13, 2016
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