Portraits of New York

For Alex Raij, the Secret to Longevity Is Knowing Your Community

“It’s meant everything to us to be embedded in true neighborhoods and to be different things to different people through the years,” says Txikito, La Vara, and Saint Julivert Fisherie chef and owner Alex Raij.

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Hillary Sterling on the Next Generation of Restaurant Workers

For Sterling, training and teaching the next generation of restaurant workers isn’t just good business, but a constant source of inspiration, and a reason for staying in the industry.

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Rasheeda Purdie Is Building For the Long Run

After finding success with Ramen by Ra, first as a pop-up, and then as a stall on the Bowery, Purdie hopes to outlive the hype and build something lasting in the East Village for years to come.

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Aretah Ettarh on the Keys to Longevity in Restaurants

“Restaurants, and kitchens in particular, are such a unique ecosystem where you can be a craftsman, a creative, a teammate, a coach, a leader, and more.”

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Restaurants Are a Life Unto Their Own for Ayesha Nurdjaja

“The restaurant is a life unto its own; it is a living breathing object and needs love and care and gives it back.” 

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Interviews

Restaurants Are a Long Game for Patricia Howard and Ed Szymanski

“One of the things that drew us away from the career paths of our friends was the unpredictable and exhilarating aspect of the hospitality industry. We aren’t great at sitting still.”

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For Jee Kim, It’s the People Who Make All the Difference 

“Community isn’t just a support system; it’s what makes this work meaningful.” 

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Wine Hit List

The NYC Wine Hit List, Fall 2025 Edition: Saint Urban, Ops East Village, and More

The Resy Wine Hit List is your essential resource for excellent wine: a quarterly updated guide to wine-focused restaurants and bars that you won’t want to miss.

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Where to Eat Within Walking Distance of Barclays Center

Our list of spots within walking distance of the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, perfect for your next concert or game.

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The Rundown

With Third Time’s the Charm, an Exciting New Pizzeria Emerges in Red Hook

Bad Cholesterol has finally found a brick-and-mortar home in Red Hook, serving up aperitivi, pizza, and an unbeatable happy hour.

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