On 2025 menus: sour cherry, pistachio and mucho masa
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Pistachio, sour cherry and masa are among the top food trends for 2025, according to industry groups and trend watchers. Masa, a corn-based dough, is gaining popularity in restaurants such as Komal in Los Angeles and Tatemo in Houston, which highlight its versatility and vibrant colors.
Full Story: National Public Radio (1/2) Sage Regenerative Kitchen, formerly Sage Plant Bistro & Brewery, will close its Echo Park and Pasadena, Calif., locations Jan. 5, marking the end of a 14-year run. The restaurant struggled financially, prompting owners Mollie Engelhart and Elias Sosa to add regenerative animal products to the menu in 2024, which led to backlash from vegan diners.
Full Story: Eater (1/2)Chef Thomas Danigo opened Galanga at Monsieur George in Paris just before the pandemic, forcing a quick closure. However, he used the experience to transform the restaurant into a Michelin-starred establishment, offering a refined tasting menu. Danigo's dedication to his craft is evident in his "all or nothing" approach, focusing on high-quality produce and simple yet surprising dishes.
Full Story: Observer (12/30Stadium renovations are focusing on innovative, immersive fan experiences and creating venues with potential beyond game day. "If done right, [the sports experience] can be a whole ecosystem that attracts fans and event-goers -- from hotels to restaurants and bars, retail and cultural attractions," Gensler CEO Jordan Goldstein said.
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After Pennsylvania State University's football team clinched a berth in the Orange Bowl with a win over Boise State, American Airlines added nonstop flights from Harrisburg, Pa., to Miami to accommodate fans traveling to the Jan. 9 game. Extra flights will leave Harrisburg on Jan. 7 and 8 and return flights on Jan. 10.
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Slower and longer itineraries, aurora viewing and trips inspired by movies and television are among the trends highlighted at Virtuoso Travel Week. More cruises will ply the Great Lakes, and the region is also a growing hot spot for travelers interested in seeing the Northern Lights.
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