The iconic New York gourmet store Dean & DeLuca has closed its flagship location in Soho, its last in the city. According to two pieces of printer paper taped to the front doors, it is a “temporary closing” and the store “will reopen,” which may or may not be how this story really plays out. … Continue reading The Last Dean & DeLuca Store Closing?
The search is over, and the New York Mets have found their manager. The Mets named Carlos Beltran the 22nd manager in the franchise’s history. Beltran and the Mets agreed on a three-year deal worth $3 million with a fourth year option. The Mets introduced their new manager in a press conference held at the … Continue reading The NY Mets New Manager Is Carlos Beltran
Politically-sensitive costumes continue to make waves like the sexy border patrol agent get up. Spirit Halloween no longer stocked the “Border Babe” costume that caused such a stir in 2017, but similar versions were easily found online. There’s the “Miss Impeachment” costume, a beauty queen-themed get-up complete with tiara and a whistle — a nod … Continue reading Halloween’s Most Controversial Costumes
It is harder and harder for small restaurateurs to hold on against the tide of fast casualization, and classic institutions close shop for reasons other than retirement. Sbarro has closed its Times Square location after 23 years. In perhaps a sign of the times, the news passed without much notice, except in a release shared … Continue reading Times Square Long Time “Sbarro Pizza” Closes
