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As temperatures climb this week, bars and home hosts in New York are turning to countertop ice makers to keep cocktails cold through long summer nights.
June 01, 2026
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As summer heat arrives, some New Yorkers are swapping grocery runs for meal kits like Green Chef. Convenience and shorter prep times are driving interest.
June 01, 2026
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With June produce flooding markets, New Yorkers are rethinking which cutting boards work best at home. Wood, plastic, and rubber each have their advocates.
June 01, 2026
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A new wine category, 'blouge,' has made its way onto summer menus at several New York bars. The chilled blend is gaining ground as early June temperatures rise.
June 01, 2026
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Cracker Barrel is offering a free gas card promotion at select locations this June, responding to rising fuel costs as summer travel increases.
June 01, 2026
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Gulliver’s Restaurant in Irvine, known for its prime rib and ties to John Wayne, will close after 56 years. The steakhouse served its final guests last week.
June 01, 2026
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In-N-Out Burger will lead a new outdoor dining complex set to open this summer in Irvine’s Great Park. The project will feature multiple restaurants and retail spaces.
June 01, 2026
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Papa Johns is launching Toy Story-themed Pizza Planet pop-ups in Los Angeles next month. No New York events have been announced.
June 01, 2026
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Colonel Sanders once called KFC’s mashed potatoes "wallpaper paste." The dish remains a top seller across New York outlets today.
June 01, 2026
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Shrimp and white beans, once winter fare, are getting a summer update in New York kitchens. Zucchini and squash bring the dish into June.
June 01, 2026
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Tahini is turning up in New York dishes beyond hummus, as local chefs and bakeries add it to summer menus. Sweet and savory uses are on the rise.
June 01, 2026
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Cosmic blondies, topped with colorful ganache and edible glitter, are showing up at city bakeries this June. The bars are selling briskly at weekend gatherings.
June 01, 2026