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CHICAGO — After six years in business, York Test Kitchen in Bucktown has closed. Specializing in menu items not offered at other York restaurants, the location opened in 2018 in the 1700 block of North Milwaukee. The company currently operates eight restaurants in the area, six of which are in the city, and the Wicker Park location at 1800 West Division will serve popular test kitchen dishes, the company said. There was a notice posted on the door that read: Lagunitas closes Chicago brewery and taproom “Dear customers, After much consideration, we have decided to close Yolk Test Kitchen. Our…
New York City is giving away 10,000 free tickets to New Yorkers who want to get an up-close look at Macy's Fourth of July fireworks display along the Hudson River, which is returning to the West Side for the first time in 11 years. New York is gearing up for its Fourth of July fireworks displays across the West. Photo by Gary Hirschhorn Mayor Eric Adams announced that New Yorkers can apply online starting at 10 a.m. Wednesday for up to two free tickets, which will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. “While all New Yorkers are welcome to…
The kitchen is the heart of the home. It's the perfect place for families to gather, laugh over meals, and enjoy quiet moments over morning coffee. But it's also where one of the most hated daily chores happens: washing dishes. What if this everyday hassle wasn't so onerous? That's the future Skura Style, a lifestyle cleaning brand co-owned by Eva Mendes, is trying to create.Skura Style was founded by two best friends who wanted to create a smarter alternative to the old-fashioned kitchen sponge. Eva Mendes, who “oddly finds washing dishes to be fun,” shared their vision and soon joined…
Click below to see all the box office takings for every Broadway show for the week ending June 23, 2024 in the BroadwayWorld Box Office section.You'll also find information about each show's past box office takings, cumulative box office takings, and other statistics about how each show is doing this week and in the past.Click here to see the Broadway box office… This week's attendance (% of capacity): Patriot (18.7%) Rock and Roll Heart (16.9%) Neil Diamond Musical “Beautiful Noise” (14.2%) House (12.9%) & Juliet (6.7%) Book of Mormon (6.6%) The Great Gatsby (6.5%) Mary Jane (5.8%) Tommy from The…
Foliage plant They can liven up any space, and in sufficient quantities; Keeps insects away Improve the air quality in your home kitchen, Bedroom or officePotted plants can be a joy to maintain and grow, but if you choose the wrong species, keeping them alive can become a chore. You'll be more successful if you choose plants that are low maintenance and don't require hours of direct sunlight. Some houseplants are harder to kill and are better at purifying the air. Some houseplants are better than others, especially if you don't have a lot of time and energy to spare.…
Photo: W. Scott Mitchell PhotographyChef Ian Ramirez, founder of Mad Honey Culinary Studio, known for his culinary creativity, first as a university chef and more recently at his own company, has spent the last few years experimenting with how artificial intelligence (AI) can augment human intelligence (HI) in tasks such as recipes and menu cycles. “A lot of people have been making fun of AI over the last year,” said Ramirez, speaking at the Foodservice Directors Menu Direction conference, as he gave examples of the strange, mysterious fingers the AI has produced, as well as a response to a prompt:…
I'm used to stoking the flames grilland barbecues remain one of my favorite summer traditions. But when the temperatures reach the high 80s and 90s, standing outside over a hot flame can get pretty uncomfortable. But you still have to eat, right? If you use an air fryer, cheeseburger, salmon and chicken — Classic Grilled Food — Cook your food in the comfort of your air-conditioned home in much less time than a large oven. And best of all, an air fryer won't heat up your entire kitchen like a wall oven can.To prove it, I tested how much an…
A new kitchen can be a costly and overwhelming project to take on, but there is a huge range of ways that budget kitchen ideas can transform your space, without it becoming a full redo.There’s plenty you can do with a little imagination, low-cost materials and a range of clever kitchen ideas to choose from. Paint is a simple way to upcycle an existing kitchen unit, while stick-on-tiles can fake an on-trend tiled floor.Melissa Klink, creative director at Harvey Jones says, ‘The easiest way to elevate your kitchen without a large expense is with a fresh lick of paint. The…
When it comes to kitchen utensils, quality and functionality are key, and the Viking Culinary 304 Stainless Steel Utensil Set delivers on both. This 8-piece set retails for $99.95 and has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 from over 500 reviews. Let's take a closer look at why this set is a must-have for any home chef. As soon as I took the Viking Culinary set out of the box, I was impressed with its elegant design and sturdy construction: each piece is well-balanced, and the ergonomic, cool-to-the-touch handles are comfortable to the touch. After using the dishes for…
Antrim-based cook and personal chef Bailey Bocci has almost a lifetime of experience. In her BB's Kitchen business, she brings her extensive experience to provide personalized meal preparation services to residents throughout Southern New Hampshire. “I started cooking and baking at home with my grandmother and mother,” Bocci said. “They're Italian and they love to cook, so I learned a lot from them.” At the age of 15, Bocci was invited by a close family friend to work at a cafe and bakery where he rose through the ranks and further developed his love for culinary arts. He worked there…