by DOWNTOWN News | Jan 23, 2026 | Dining
All photos: Eliesa Johnson for the James Beard Foundation The James Beard Foundation® has announced its Restaurant and Chef Awards semifinalists for the 2026 James Beard Awards® presented by Capital One. Considered the pinnacle of culinary recognition in the US and...
by Linda Sheridan | Jan 19, 2026 | Dining, Downtown Eats Guides, Downtown News, Restaurants
January in NYC-while the temperatures are dipping, the opportunities for fine dining at a discount will warm you up, thanks to the biannual Restaurant Week. The 2026 winter edition of NYC Restaurant Week, which runs from January 20 to February 12, features nearly...
by Grace Bugin | Jan 7, 2026 | Culture, Family, Featured, Shopping, Sightseeing, Travel
Nestled in the heart of the Caribbean, Puerto Rico offers much more than picturesque beaches and crystal-clear waters. This unincorporated territory of the United States is a cultural gem, blending centuries of indigenous, Spanish, African, and American influences...