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Dining guides, chef spotlights, and restaurant coverage from a team of editors and writers who don’t miss a meal.

BA’s 8 Most Anticipated Restaurant Openings of Summer 2023
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BA’s 8 Most Anticipated Restaurant Openings of Summer 2023

A fan-favorite pupusa pop-up finds a permanent home, Thai restaurant royalty open a second space, and six more summer restaurant openings we just can’t wait for.
The Biggest Known Reason for Foodborne Illness at Restaurants? Sick Staff
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The Biggest Known Reason for Foodborne Illness at Restaurants? Sick Staff

A new CDC report indicated that the largest portion of identifiable food-related illness in restaurants stems from sick staff. But there’s a larger issue at play: a lack of paid sick leave.
The 8 Best Places to Eat Buffalo Wings in Buffalo
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The 8 Best Places to Eat Buffalo Wings in Buffalo

Spicy, buttery, and did we mention spicy? In a city of great wings, these ones soar above the rest.
The 8 Best Pizza Shops for a NY-Style Slice Outside New York
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The 8 Best Pizza Shops for a NY-Style Slice Outside New York

A pizza craze is sweeping the country, inspired by the convenience and riffability of NY slice shops. From Asheville to Miami, these bakers are sharing their regional spins on classic by-the-slice pizza.
What's Happening Inside Horses, the Buzzy LA Restaurant Now Shrouded in Drama?
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What's Happening Inside Horses, the Buzzy LA Restaurant Now Shrouded in Drama?

The restaurant is at the center of online gossip surrounding horrific animal abuse allegations and the chef-owners’ very public divorce. We went to see how diners felt about it all.
These Are Florida’s Michelin-Starred Restaurants, 2023
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These Are Florida’s Michelin-Starred Restaurants, 2023

Everything to know about the restaurants in Michelin’s 2023 Florida restaurant guide, which encompasses Miami, Orlando, and Tampa.
Shrimp Cocktail Has Entered Its $30 Era
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Shrimp Cocktail Has Entered Its $30 Era

Remember when burgers started creeping past $25? Well, the once-modest shrimp cocktail is turning into a full-on splurge now, too.
Where to Eat in Knoxville and Maryville, Tennessee
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Where to Eat in Knoxville and Maryville, Tennessee

A bounty of great restaurants, a hidden cocktail bar, Dolly Parton fanfare, and views of the Great Smoky Mountains.
The 50 Best Bars in North America, According to the 'World's 50 Best' List
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The 50 Best Bars in North America, According to the 'World's 50 Best' List

The oft-criticized but still-revered organization gave the number one spot to New York bar Double Chicken Please.
Shake Shack’s New Veggie Burger Is Actually Good
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Shake Shack’s New Veggie Burger Is Actually Good

Filled with mushrooms, sweet potatoes, carrots, farro, and quinoa, it’s nothing like most plant-based fast food burgers.
This Cream Cheese and Olive Sandwich Doesn’t Have to Explain Itself to You
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This Cream Cheese and Olive Sandwich Doesn’t Have to Explain Itself to You

A three-ingredient sandwich you’ll either love or hate. But let’s go with love!
Time Limits at Restaurants Are Controversial&-and Likely Here to Stay
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Time Limits at Restaurants Are Controversial—and Likely Here to Stay

As restaurants fight to remain profitable, it's become common to put caps on how long diners can eat. It might be frustrating to customers, but it's more than just a pandemic-era practice.
Wait, I Need to Tip on Top of a Service Charge?
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Wait, I Need to Tip on Top of a Service Charge?

 From dine-in fees to service charges, here’s everything to know about the extra fees showing up on restaurant checks these days.
Influential Boston Chef Barbara Lynch Accused of Workplace Misconduct. Here’s What to Know
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Influential Boston Chef Barbara Lynch Accused of Workplace Misconduct. Here’s What to Know

A new report by The New York Times includes accusations of unwanted touching, drinking on the job, and impulsive layoffs.
The James Beard Foundation’s Hyped-Up Food Hall Isn’t Bad. But Can It Live Up to Its Name?
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The James Beard Foundation’s Hyped-Up Food Hall Isn’t Bad. But Can It Live Up to Its Name?

Market 57 in Manhattan has some real hits, but it also has a lot of room to grow.
The 8 Best Cheesesteaks in Philadelphia
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The 8 Best Cheesesteaks in Philadelphia

Philly has changed a lot in the last 90 years, and so has the cheesesteak. The best versions of the iconic dish include berbere-spiced beef, slow-cooked bulgogi, and some unbeatable classics.
Behind the Bonkers Tale of a Cocaine-Fueled Night at Chez Panisse
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Behind the Bonkers Tale of a Cocaine-Fueled Night at Chez Panisse

We called up the mostly-retired chef Jeremiah Tower, now 81, to unpack the first installment of his newsletter, drug use in restaurants, and what he has planned for the future.
Mimi Sheraton, the NYT’s First Female Restaurant Critic, Has Died
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Mimi Sheraton, the NYT’s First Female Restaurant Critic, Has Died

Sheraton was known for her relentless dedication and extremely strong opinions.
San Francisco Dining Culture Is in a Bad Place. Don’t Blame the Chefs
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San Francisco Dining Culture Is in a Bad Place. Don’t Blame the Chefs

 In 2023, the Bay Area received its fewest James Beard nominations ever. It wasn’t a snub: The region just isn’t conducive to innovation right now.
These Are Germany’s Michelin-Starred Restaurants, 2023
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These Are Germany’s Michelin-Starred Restaurants, 2023

Everything to know about the restaurants in Michelin’s 2023 Germany restaurant guide.
A Michelin-Starred NYC Restaurant Team Expands and More March Openings to Know
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A Michelin-Starred NYC Restaurant Team Expands and More March Openings to Know

The chef of two-Michelin-starred Atomix is behind the new Seoul Salon. Plus, a new Peruvian spot from a beloved Miami restaurant family, dry-aged fish and Wagyu in St. Louis, and more.
These Are the James Beard Foundation Restaurant and Chef Award Finalists, 2023
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These Are the James Beard Foundation Restaurant and Chef Award Finalists, 2023

Winners of the prestigious awards, which debuted a new Outstanding Bakery category this year, will be announced on June 5.
Where to Eat in Miami
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Where to Eat in Miami

In BA’s 2023 Food City of the Year, you’ll find vibrant neighborhoods, buzzy new restaurants, and rich history wherever you go.
The Restaurants in the UK and Ireland That Kept, Earned, or Lost Michelin Stars in 2023
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The Restaurants in the UK and Ireland That Kept, Earned, or Lost Michelin Stars in 2023

Everything to know about the restaurants in Michelin’s 2023 UK restaurant guide.
The Best Restaurants of March, According to BA Staff
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The Best Restaurants of March, According to BA Staff

A Malaysian restaurant in the back of an Austin gas station, actually good pot roast in upstate New York, and other meals that blew us away this month.
How Bad Bunny Does Bad Bunny’s Miami Steakhouse Really Feel?
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How Bad Bunny Does Bad Bunny’s Miami Steakhouse Really Feel?

My meal included a steak lit on fire tableside, gold-dusted dumplings, and just one Bad Bunny song.
Why Are Oat Milk Lattes Still So Expensive: an Investigation
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Why Are Oat Milk Lattes Still So Expensive: an Investigation

We crunched the numbers and reached out to cafe owners for some much-needed answers.
‘The Most Insane Ad for a Restaurant Server I’ve Ever Seen’
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‘The Most Insane Ad for a Restaurant Server I’ve Ever Seen’

As a job ad for restaurant servers in Palm Springs goes viral for its list of reasons not to apply, the hiring manager tells BA why she posted it. 
This Food-Filled Road Trip Celebrates West Virginia’s Appalachian Culture
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This Food-Filled Road Trip Celebrates West Virginia’s Appalachian Culture

Poet Crystal Good is a sixth-generation West Virginian whose culinary itinerary for the region is complete with fried fish, fluffy biscuits, and scenic hiking.
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This Food-Filled Road Trip Celebrates East Tennessee’s Appalachian Culture

Chef Cassidee Dabney’s guide to the region is brimming with Jewish deli classics, Lao food, and some time for ceramic shopping.