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Anna Rahmanan

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The New York City Outdoor Breakfast Spots Worth an Early Wake-Up

Whether you want pancakes in Brooklyn or omelets downtown, these breakfast spots are built for lingering outdoors.

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Observer

Anna Rahmanan

New York City’s Sober Bars Are About More Than Non-Alcoholic Drinks

The legalization of marijuana and the unending need for community seem to be fueling a boom in sober spaces all around the city.

30.04.2026 8

Observer

Anna Rahmanan

The Fraught Relationship Between Diners and New York City’s Most Coveted Restaurants

In a city where reservations vanish in seconds, the experience of dining out has become as charged as the meal itself.

31.03.2026 10

Observer

Anna Rahmanan

The 15 Best Independent Coffee Shops in New York City to Visit Now

From East Village stalwarts to Bushwick micro-roasters, these single-location cafes are where New Yorkers linger over their coffee.

26.03.2026 20

Observer

Anna Rahmanan

The 12 Must-Visit Vegan Restaurants in New York City

From Michelin-starred spots to bohemian East Village gems, these 12 restaurants prove New York City's vegan scene is better than ever. af

20.03.2026 20

Observer

Anna Rahmanan

Why London’s Top Restaurants Are Setting Their Sights on New York

A number of successful London-based eateries are soon opening in New York, from famous Indian restaurants to a renowned cheese conveyor belt spot.

16.02.2026 30

Observer

Anna Rahmanan

New York City’s Essential Puerto Rican Restaurants

The city's essential Puerto Rican restaurants trade flash for value, pork-centric menus and unapologetic authenticity.

10.02.2026 7

Observer

Anna Rahmanan

Dominique Ansel’s Beauty-Driven Approach to Pastry

Now, the famed pastry chef is gearing up for the debut of a new linzer cookie inspired by nail polish colors.

05.02.2026 10

Observer

Anna Rahmanan