#race-day-dining

#race-day-dining

Marisa Christensen, Holland America's associate vice president of food and beverage operations, directs guests to the line's Dive-In burger. 'It's made fresh to order, incredibly satisfying, and so easy to enjoy right after embarkation when you're settling in.'

Volumes has quickly become a popular destination, known for its superb coffee and a lunch menu that keeps customers coming back. The atmosphere is vibrant, and the food offerings are diverse, catering to various tastes.

Bodega Nights is not a bodega or a wine bar, but a fun, sophisticated restaurant concept from the couple behind Babysips in a neighborhood that desperately needed a grown-up dinner option.

Be specific about heat, because it should enhance flavor, not overpower it. Chili peppers are supposed to bring depth, smokiness, even sweetness - not just fire. Chipotles in adobo, for example, contain smoky, sweet, and spicy notes that pair beautifully with red meat dishes or as a saucy base for slow cooker chicken tinga.

Rivaaz Hospitality Group is taking a bold step forward with the launch of its nationwide luxury catering division, aiming to bring the artistry of Indian and Mediterranean cuisine to events across the country.

Minneapolis has a 200-year history of embracing newly arrived immigrants, leading to a remarkably diverse food scene that utilizes the region's agricultural bounty.

Costa Navarino has established itself in recent years as one of the Mediterranean's leading luxury sustainable destinations for discerning travellers, offering a unique blend of luxury and sustainability.

As new steakhouses and restaurant concepts continue to open across Midtown, what sets Delmonico's apart is something few competitors can claim - nearly two centuries of New York culinary history and a deep understanding of the city's dining culture.

Tuna carpaccio arranged in a circle arrived first, the slices beaming ruby like sun through stained glass. Radicchio leaves had been dressed with kefir and gorgonzola, the tart and the sweet funk offsetting the bitter. Clams, splashed in bright and herby broth, were paired with a narcotic mound of thin fries.

Solo dining is up 32% year-over-year among Gen Z diners, according to Tastewise's 2026 trend forecast. Consumer interest in solo dining is growing overall, according to industry trend reports from TouchBistro and Yum Brands. As interest in this type of dining increases, establishments are adapting their spaces and service to attract solo customers.

Back in 2024, after a reporting trip for a whiskey magazine, I got tired of drinking. Perhaps it was the sluggishness I felt each morning, or maybe it was the podcast I'd heard while traveling, which shared the news that one or two glasses of red wine was not, as we had long been told, healthy. Whatever the reason, I tossed in the daily drinking towel after that trip, figuring that going forward, I might only have a drink or two every now and again.

Whether spooned delicately onto porcelain, presented on ice beneath candlelight, or passed around at an intimate dinner party, those glossy pearls have long been shorthand for celebration, indulgence, and impeccable taste. Caviar has always belonged to the world of heightened moments, from champagne-soaked soirées on the French Riviera to late-night tastings in Parisian salons. Yet despite its storied reputation, it's not reserved solely for five-star dining rooms and private members' clubs.

But you shouldn't stop at the beef when it comes to these types of restaurants. To appeal to a wide variety of palates, steakhouse chains often offer a variety of delicious non-steak options. Seafood just happens to be one category that a lot of steakhouses out there do particularly well. And what's the seafood counterpart to a steak? Lobster, of course.

Holidays can be notoriously challenging to manage dinner reservations, particularly at quality establishments that are high in demand. Valentine's Day is one such event that calls for a certain amount of finesse. While it might be tempting to skip off to one of the restaurant chains advertising Valentine's Day deals rather than one of the most romantic restaurants in the U.S., a bit of intentional planning can help you and your loved one enjoy a relaxed and romantic evening.