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Dining Experiences

Video: New York’s Most Secretive Pizza Shop Is Behind an Unmarked Door

March 18, 2024

Hidden in an abandoned-looking storefront with white windows, Wizard Hat Pizza in Brooklyn has a speakeasy vibe. The takeout-only shop is run by chef and owner Josiah Bartlett, who’s grown his pizza business totally through word of mouth. On the menu are New York style pizzas with traditional toppings like spicy pepperoni and mushroom, as well as more experimental pies like an al pastor taco-inspired pineapple pizza.

Video: “This is NUCLEAR!” Mister Spaghetti’s Famously Hot Spaghetti Challenge!

March 15, 2024

Taking on the famously hot spaghetti challenge at the Mister Spaghetti in Brugges, Belgium! Hungry diners have only 30 minutes to finish a large (and very hot!) vat of spaghetti which includes about 1.5kgs of pasta, and 1 kilo of pasta sauce. There is NO time to let the food cool, and time starts as soon as the food reaches the table. Winners earn their meal for free, a free bib, a certificate of completion, and a spot up on Mister Spaghetti’s Wall of Fame!

Sizzling Steaks: The 10 Best Steakhouses in the US

February 27, 2024

Indulge in the ultimate culinary delight with our guide to the top 10 steakhouses in the US. From historic institutions to modern eateries, discover where to savor the finest cuts of beef and unparalleled dining experiences across the country.

Only 16 People a Night Can Eat This 17-Course Omakase | On The Line | Bon Appétit

January 30, 2024

“17-course, $300 omakase for 16 people a night, 8 people a seating.” Bon Appétit spends a day on the line with Chef Jesse Ito, owner of Royal Sushi & Izakaya in Philadelphia, as he prepares to serve his exclusive 17-course omakase to a lucky 16 customers a night.