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JOURNEY Cafe Frites

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Cafe Frites

Embark on a culinary odyssey at Cafe Frites, an avant-garde concept nestled within the iconic restaurant Journey, located in the vibrant Flatiron district. Immerse yourself in a symphony of senses with our offering of a choice of succulent steak, tender chicken, or delectable fish, all meticulously curated by the culinary genius, celebrity chef Judy Anderson.

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5:00 pm - 11:00 pm

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Seating 75 Guests

Standing 85 Guests

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JOURNEY, a unique dining entertainment enterprise, introduces theatrical gastronomy to New York City, with an exciting blend of immersive video installations, fine dining, fashion tech and theatre. Created through the collaboration of a top team culled from the worlds of Broadway, fashion, multi-media and the culinary arts, JOURNEY is a wholly original experience.

Located at 27 West 24th Street, New York, NY 10010, JOURNEY incorporates four unique experiences under one roof: Journey 360 , where the 360 degree projections transport you from the communal table to five exotic locations for each of the courses of the pre fix meal; Journey Odyssey and Journey Voyager , where the tabletops come to life with stunning images of global travel; Journey Lounge , where entertaining mystery and curiosities await as you enjoy a mix of live and filmed entertainment; and Journey A La Carte, where augmented reality brings the dinner plates to life.

A unique lounge with a delicious Small Bites menu featuring our exclusive cocktail videos starring Broadway performers, inventive craft cocktails, and ever-changing content on the video “paintings” in a cozy setting designed by Tony Award winner David Gallo.

Tuesday - Saturday

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Tue - Thu 4pm - 12am

Fri & Sat 4pm - 1:30am; Sun 4pm - 10pm

360 EXPERIENCE

The Journey Experience is the perfect place to HOST YOUR SPECIAL EVENT up to 300 guests, either if is a RECEPTIONS, WEDDINGS, or a CORPORATE EVENTS, we'll customized your needs to make an unforgettable experience.

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THE VOYAGER EXPERIENCE

THE 360 EXPERIENCE

Seated Capacity 20 - 25 Guests | BOOK

Seated Capacity 30-40 Guests

THE VOYAGER

A ticketed event where guests will be able to participate in this multisensory culinary journey in smaller groups – at tables accommodating 2 to 4 people. In Journey Voyager, a three course pre fixe meal offers tantalizing images of world travel as you enjoy your meal.

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Guests are seated at a communal table surrounded by kinetic images as travel to dramatic settings for each course, from a fantastic waterfall in the Rain Forest to the side of a volcano to an underwater shipwreck. The magnificent five-course prix fixe meal will end with a futuristic, otherworldly dessert set in an out of this world location. Every setting has been designed to complement the cuisine while bringing the astonishing world to your table.

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Fri & Sat $175

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The volcano inside the 360 experience at Journey

I had dinner inside a ‘volcano’ at this new immersive restaurant and bar

This new spot near Madison Square Park brings theatricality to your dinner plate.

On Monday, my dinner table began smoking and my dish emerged from a glass cover filled with even more smoke. The room glowed with the amber-red hue of lava and the sound of crackling fire filled the space.

I was at Journey , a new restaurant, bar and lounge that is bringing “theatrical gastronomy” to New York City with immersive video installations paired with fine dining and mixology.

On its surface, it may sound like a gimmick, but a deeper dive—actually experiencing it—yields a fun night out with actually good drinks and food.

RECOMMENDED: You must solve a cipher to enter this speakeasy-styled restaurant and bar

Journey, which had a soft opening this week at its Madison Square Park location at 27 West 24th Street, is a celebration of travel and the connections we make with people on our…well, journeys.

The playfully-decorated space shows off a massive collection of globes from thrift shops and antique stores, 3D sculptures of the world’s most famous landmarks and buildings above its bar, a display of replica antiquities, and a wall of moving classical art a-la Harry Potter.

Each area within the space—the bar, the salon, and the café—has a theatrical element.

At the bar, the cocktails you order (Legends of the Fall, Bloody Sunset, Apocalypto and Adordable Ruby) have accompanying comedic skits via augmented reality projected right in front of you on the bar top, including whiskey professor Ben Vereen.

In the “Epic Café,” where you can order a casual breakfast, lunch or dinner, the dishware has hidden 3D designs that you can unlock through an app on your phone.

In the beautiful and boothed Salon, which contains the collection of replica antiquities, projections bring sculptures to life and a hostess bedecked in stunning “FashionTech” couture tells you the stories behind them, adding a layer of live performance to your experience.

The bar, Salon and Epic Café each have their own menus from chef Edward Hong.

Two additional experiences are available at Journey: Journey Odyssey and Journey 360.

Opening on Friday, the 50-seat, ticketed experience Journey Odyssey creates a multisensory dinner experience at tables for two and four. Some of Broadway’s most talented performers— Cady Huffman and Judy Kaye —have filmed a series of amusing vignettes that introduce each of the five courses, which hail from different locales: an appetizer in Tokyo, the first course in Venice, and the entrée in Buenos Aires.

Perhaps the most impressive and immersive of all the experiences at Journey is Journey 360, which is where the firey table inside a volcano exists.

The ticketed culinary adventure, which fits 20 people at a time around a long, communal table, features 360 projection mapping that transports diners to four different locations across the world.

On Monday, I did the 360 experience and was whisked away (on a virtual airship named Celestine) from the top of the Empire State Building to the Amazonian rainforest to the artic, from a shipwreck under the sea to the inside of a volcano and finally to outer space. Throughout the entire five-course prix-fixe meal, the visuals and soundscape surrounding us were entertaining and were made even more exciting by an actor wearing a techie dress who led us through the trip.

Each dish corresponded to a setting—Amazonian greens (a salad made with Yuca, tocacho, hearts of palm, Cupaucu vinaigrette) in the rainforest; gin-cured arctic salmon (with cucumber, horseradish, apple and dill) at the Artic; black cod (with miyoga, bok choy and yuzu dashi glaze) under the sea; braised veal cheek (with forbidden rice risotto, harissa and marscapone); and raspberry mousse with chocolate gelato (almond texture, cardamom foam and Grand Marnier) in space.

While in the volcano, waiters placed dry ice on the table to make it smoke, then they brought out the veal, covered with glass domes. In one synchronous movement, the waiters lifted the domes and vapor poured out across the dish and our place settings. It was the crescendo, the high point, of the entire meal and it was indeed theatrical.

And yes, the visuals were fun, but the best part of the whole experience was seeing this all unfold with the people (strangers) around me. I ended up grabbing cocktails with a couple sitting across the way afterward in the salon, which is not a typical thing for me to do.

If you want to take your own journey in the middle of midtown, tickets for the shows Journey 360 and Journey Odyssey ($175pp) are available on the Tock app and at exploretock.com . Reservations for the Café or the Salon can be made through Open Table.

Shaye Weaver Editor, Time Out New York

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Journey, a One-of-a-Kind Restaurant in New York City, Is Not to Be Missed: Details on the Unique Dining Experience

Nov. 3 2023, Published 5:02 p.m. ET

If you've ever wanted to see dinner AND a show, here's your chance! Journey NYC , located in the Big Apple , is a unique dining experience that you won't get anywhere else.

From immersive video installations to fine dining, the experience is one you won't forget, as it "takes you around the world without ever leaving the dinner table," the restaurant's website reads.

The restaurant is located in NYC.

"Journey introduces theatrical gastronomy to New York City , a wholly original entertainment and dining concept blending fine dining with an immersive experience created by a world-class team of video, fashion and Broadway creators," Co-Owner/Founder Marc Routh exclusively tells Morning Honey .

"In our increasingly fragmented society where we spend so much time isolated behind our various screens and devices, there is a heightened desire to join together. As a Broadway producer, I am aware that we’re competing for our audiences’ time with social experiences, so bringing together great food, design and performance in a playful integrated setting offers a unique and satisfying challenge," Routh adds.

The concept is original!

Journey combines four separate experiences under one roof, which makes it all the more fun!

Journey 360 combines a five course pre fixe dinner created by our award-winning international chef Diego Negri with state of the art 360-degree projection technology. The adventure is guided by a live performer with the guests seated at a communal table.

Journey Voyager and Journey Odyssey are different dining experiences utilizing tabletop projections. Patrons are seated at their own individual tables in an intimate room enveloped by the Dawn to Dusk Mural.

Stella Lounge features cocktails accompanied by comic bar top videos, inventive craft cocktails, and ever-changing content on the video “paintings” in a cozy lounge designed by Tony Award winner David Gallo.

Journey A La Carte places Chef Diego Negri’s inspired culinary creations centerstage in a setting featuring 3 D Models of famous architecture from around the globe and dinner plates designed with an augmented reality component.

Chef Diego Negri worked on the menu.

Additionally, Chef Diego Negri , who has worked at notable restaurants such as St. Theo’s, Lupa, Marea and Eleven Madison Park, is in charge of the menu, which is not to be missed.

"The menu I created is an interaction and accumulation of my life experiences, that I have learned throughout my journey — resulting in the creation of authentic dishes," Negri exclusively tells Morning Honey . "For now, I recommend trying a bit of everything to experience the originality and the combination of textures that our dishes offer to your palate."

'The experience takes you around the world without ever leaving the dinner table,' the restaurant's website reads.

This one-of-a-kind restaurant, which was designed by Broadway vet David Gallo , was conceptualized by Co-Owners Alex Cesaria (NYC and Aspen Restauranteur) and Marc Routh (8-Time Tony Award Winning Broadway Producer), is not to be missed!

For more information, click here .

The restaurant is not to be missed!

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This Theatrical Gastronomy Dining Experience Is Sure To Tantalize Your Taste Buds

Journey, a dining entertainment enterprise like no other, is serving up an unforgettable array of theatrical fine dining experiences you absolutely can't miss!

A world of beauty and adventure awaits at Journey , a global interactive dining experience. Located in Flatiron at 27 West 24th Street , Journey is spearheaded by individuals from all industries, stretching from fashion to Broadway, and culinary arts to multimedia. Think of it as a fine dining experience that’s been elevated by video installations, FashionTech, and theatre.

Helmed by Chef Edward Hong, the menu features New American cuisine with Korean influence that’s sure to satisfy. The entirely original concept takes interactive digital entertainment to the next level.

Diners can have their pick from four various experiences —each unique in their own exploration and flavor profile. They range from ticketed to non-ticketed events. Every show lasts for a duration of about 90 minutes. Guests are expected to arrive 20 minutes before their experience begins.

Whichever one you choose, it’s sure to be an unforgettable time. Find out which experience suits you best below (trust us, you can’t go wrong here):

Journey 360

This culinary voyage is a ticketed event that consists of transformative, floor-to-ceiling and tabletop 360 projection mappings. You’ll take your seat at a communal table fit for 20 and travel to five exotic destinations while you dine. Every course will take you on a new adventure, whether it’s a raging waterfall in the rainforest, the side of a volcano, or an underwater shipwreck.

In total, Journey 360 is a five-course prix fixe meal, but insider tip, wait until you see the out-of-this-world (wink, wink) location you’ll be whisked away to at dessert. The experience truly brings you world-class dishes alongside a trip around the world, all without having to leave the table.

🍽 Book your Journey 360 reservation here

Journey Odyssey

Another ticketed event, Journey Odyssey is most similar to Journey 360 except much more intimate. Instead of sitting at a communal table of 20, you’re at tables of 2-4 people.

Throughout five courses, Broadway’s world-class performers will introduce you to a series of comic vignettes. Your appetizer will begin in Tokyo , but before you know it you’ll be jet setting to Venice for your first course and Buenos Aires for the entrée.

🍽 Book your Journey Odyssey reservation here

Journey Lounge

This non-ticketed event will seat you at a lavish bar filled with paintings and objects that come to life! 3D animations will surround and entertain you as hostesses in FashionTech couture supply you with cocktail flights with integrated video directly projected on the top of the bar.

This salon is the perfect before and after dinner drinks stop or place to impress your friends on a night out.

🍽 Reserve your Journey Lounge reservation here

Journey À La Carte

Journey À La Carte is NYC’s first-of-its-kind combination of a café, bar, and immersive fine dining with a dash of theater. Sounds like a whirlwind of entertainment, no?

From morning to night, Journey À La Carte is open from breakfast to dinner. Uncover hidden three-dimensional designs on the dishware thanks to the help of augmented reality. Plus, it even offers side-street dining in the warmer months.

🍽 Reserve your Journey À La Carte reservation here

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JOURNEY, The Newest Immersive Theatrical Restaurant Experience… Opens

JOURNEY , @journeyexperiencenyc , a unique dining entertainment enterprise from Tony Award winning producer Marc Routh ( The Producers, Hairspray), introduces theatrical gastronomy to New York City with an exciting blend of immersive video installations, fine dining, fashion tech, and theatre. Created through the collaboration of a top team culled from the worlds of Broadway, fashion, multi-media, and the culinary arts, JOURNEY is a wholly original experience.

The centerpiece theatrical event is JOURNEY Odyssey , a virtual tabletop culinary experience written by Greg Edwards ( Application Pending ), directed by Tony winner John Rando ( Urinetown, On the Town, Back to the Future the Musical ), and featuring beloved Broadway talent, including Tony Award winners Judy Kaye and Cady Huffman , among others.

“Journey has come together as one of the most amazing collaborations I’ve ever been involved in,” says Marc Routh, Executive Producer, Journey/Broadway Asia International , L LC , “ with an eclectic group of artists from the worlds of theater, the visual arts, and new media as a backdrop for Executive Chef Edward Hong’s delicious culinary inventions.”

Located at 27 West 24th Street, New York, NY 10010, JOURNEY incorporates four unique experiences under one roof:

· JOURNEY Odyssey, where live and filmed performance brings diners’ tabletops to life with comic adventures led by an award-winning Broadway cast;

· JOURNEY 360 , where the 360-degree projections transport you from the communal table to five exotic locations for each of the courses of the prix fixe meal;

· JOURNEY Salon , where entertaining mystery and curiosities await as you enjoy a mix of live and filmed entertainment;

· JOURNEY Epic Café, where augmented reality brings the dinner plates to life.

In addition to seeing Ms. Kaye and Ms. Huffman in JOURNEY Odyssey, Broadway fans will delight in spotting other stage and screen favorites, such as Tony Award winner Ben Vereen, Brad Oscar, Grace McLean, Paolo Montalban, Stephen DeRosa, Arnie Burton, Deborah S. Craig, and more throughout the various installations.

Each JOURNEY costs $175 per person, 7 days a week.

JOURNEY 360 : Currently open 20 PPL: A ticketed event that begins on a Zeppelin tethered to the Empire State Building circa 2022. Guests will sit at a communal table with floor-to-ceiling and tabletop 360 projection mapping. Travel to dramatic settings for each course, from a fantastic waterfall in the Rain Forest to the side of a volcano to an underwater shipwreck. The magnificent five-course prix fixe meal will end with a futuristic, otherworldly dessert set in an out-of-this-world location. Every setting has been designed to complement the cuisine while bringing the astonishing world to your table.

JOURNEY Odyssey Opening 2/6 50 PPL : Guests to this ticketed event will be able to participate in this multisensory culinary Journey in smaller groups – at tables accommodating 2 to 4 people. Broadway’s most talented performers bring to life a series of comic vignettes to introduce each of the five courses. Have your appetizer in Tokyo, your first course in Venice, and your entrée in Buenos Aires with equal measures of inventive cuisine and diverting humor.

Additional information can be found on the journey experience. NYC. Tickets for the shows Journey 360 and Journey Odyssey are available at Tock, via the app, or at exploretock.com ; Reservations for the Café or the Salon can be made through Open Table.

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Magda Katz has been in the entertainment world for most of her life as a child actress, assistant to the head publicist of Avco Embassy Pictures, theatrical print agent. She went on to manage the show business career of her 2 children for over 15 years. For the last five years Magda has been filming and editing video trailers of live performances as well as celebrity interviews. Broadway After Dark was the first website to feature her video trailers. She contributed in creating a star studded 90th birthday party for Mickey Rooney at Feinstein’s at the Regency Hotel. Her video trailers have a large international following. Videos are featured on www.t2conline.com. All of Magda’s videos can be viewed at http://www.youtube.com/user/MagdaCorrespondent

Inside the Young Concerts Artists 63rd Annual Gala

It was a magical night of music and movement in New York City at the Young Concerts Artists ’ 63 rd annual gala. The incredible night honored Damian Woetzel, President of The Juilliard School and Artistic Director of the Vail Dance Festival. Ann Ziff, Chairman of The Metropolitan Opera), chaired the dazzling night.

Young Concert Artists’ 63rd Annual Gala honoring Damian Woetzel at Jazz at Lincoln Center, 4/4/2024. Photo by Chris Lee

Divine performances were by musicians Jeremy Denk, Zlatomir Fung, Anne Akiko Meyers, Chaeyoung Park, Anthony Trionfo, Albert Cano Smit, Ying Li, Ziggy and Miles, Bella Hristova, Oliver Neubauer, Toby Appel, Julia Bruskin, and dancer/choreographer/movement artist Lil Buck. Following the music, guests adjourned to a spirited dinner in the Appel room, with its sweeping views of Central Park.

“Juilliard and YCA share a common goal,” explained YCA President Daniel Kellogg, “to nurture the talents of brilliant young artists… For 63 years, YCA has invested in the next generation of extraordinary musicians, launching the careers of nearly 300 artists. Our alumni include Emanuel Ax, Julia Bullock, Randall Goosby, Sasha Cook, Mason Bates, Anne Akiko Meyers, Zlatomir Fung, and Jeremy Denk. All these artists also studied at Juilliard.”

The evening raised over $1.2 million dollars with more than 300 black-tie guests in attendance including Ray and Eva-Marie Berry, Chiara Clemente, Suzi Cordish, Anthony Roth Costanzo, Carole and John French, Margaret and Gregory Hedberg, Bruce C. Horton, Agnes Hsu-Tang and Oscar Tang, LaVon Kellner and Tom Roush, Michele Gerber Klein, Karen Lindquist, Helen and William Little, Jorge Islas López, Vincent and Anne Mai, Liane Pei, Calvin Royal III, Sana Sabbagh, Sarah Billinghurst Solomon, Annaliese Soros, Cory Toevs, Ruben Toledo, Heather Watts and many others.

YCA Chairman, Paul Sekhri, offered his “deepest gratitude to our Gala Chair, Ann Ziff…. Over the past 10 years she has become one of my closest friends, so it is especially meaningful to thank her for chairing our gala tonight… I’d also like to recognize this evening’s honorary chairs, Deborah Borda, Anne Akiko Meyers, and Christopher Wheeldon… our esteemed co-chairs, Judith Pisar, Ellen Marcus, Annaliese Soros, and Barbara Tober, as well as the entire benefit committee. Judith Pisar is unable to fly in this week. She sends this message to Damian: ‘There could not have been a better person to honor at the 2024 YCA gala…I will raise my glass to you and all of YCA’s guests from Paris.’” Paul Sekhri added, “I’d also like to thank YCA founder Susan Wadsworth, as without you, none of this would’ve been possible.”

Photos courtesy YCA

The Glorious Corner

G.H. Harding

RINGO’S COUNTRY — (Via Forbes) Ringo Starr had a very busy 2023. He released a new EP, toured, and even reunited with Paul McCartney to produce one last Beatles single, “Now and Then.” One might assume that after so much activity, the 83-year-old might take some time off, but according to the musician himself, he’s still hard at work–and trying something new.

In a video he posted to X (formerly Twitter), Starr shared some very exciting news for his fans. It seems that he’s back in the studio working on new music. That would be enough to tantalize his still-massive following, but the kind of music he’s making is what caught the attention of many.

Starr shared in his video that he was “gonna do a country EP, but as things are unfolding, it’s probably going to be like a real CD—ten tracks.” He then laughed a bit to himself, adding, “Can you believe it? I haven’t done one of them in a long time.”

The beloved drummer last released a full-length album of original material in 2019 when What’s My Name arrived. That set was a minor commercial success, peaking at No. 99 in his home country of the U.K. and No. 127 in the U.S., where he remains very popular to this day.

Since his last album, Starr has been on a streak, releasing a number of EPs, or shorter collections. In the five years since What’s My Name, the drummer has dropped four EPs, as well as a number of singles, live collections, and more. He most recently returned with Rewind Forward, which even saw him collaborating with McCartney again.

For the moment, there doesn’t seem to be a timetable for when fans may get to hear Starr’s take on country. While he may be working on the material, there’s no telling what exactly it will sound like or when he’ll decide to release something.

In addition to a country collection, Starr also detailed yet another project he’s working on. The former Beatle and songwriter and producer Linda Perry have collaborated on another EP, titled Crooked Boy. That set seems to be his focus at the moment, and it will likely be released before any country tunes. About his friend and producer, Starr commented, “She wrote the songs for me. She produced them. She’s a beauty, so musical,” and said that she “has a great vibe.”

Jackie Chan

CHAN ALERT — (Via Deadline) Jackie Chan has reassured fans that he is in good health after a picture of him with gray hair and a beard sparked concerns for his well-being.

The Rush Hour, Shanghai Noon, and Tuxedo star turned 70 over the weekend and marked the occasion with a post on Instagram in which he addressed health fears.

“Not so long ago, a lot of friends saw some recent photos of me on the internet, and they were all concerned about my health,” Chan said.

“I want to take this opportunity to let everyone know, don’t worry! It’s just a character appearance for my latest movie. The character requires me to have white hair, white beard and look old.”

The viral photos were from an event where Chan was on stage with a microphone. He was wearing glasses and clutching papers.

Last November, Chan was cast in a new Karate Kid movie. He will play Mr. Han, the kung fu master who helped Jaden Smith fend off bullies in Sony’s 2010 Karate Kid remake.

In his Instagram message, the Hong Kong actor said he has cherished every moment of his 62 years in the entertainment industry. “All I can say is: I love making movies and I love you all,” Chan said.

SHORT TAKES — Last week were several top-secret screenings for the new Francis Ford Coppola movie Megalopolis. Per an article in yesterday’s Hollywood Reporter, many attendees found it impossible to position. I haven’t seen it, but how can you deny the director’s importance? That said, I knew one person who went to one of the screenings and he has yet to render an opinion on it. Check out the Reporter piece: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/megalopolis-francis-ford-coppola-challenges-distribution-1235867556/ …

Benson Boone

Just caught Benson Boone on Tuesday’s Today Show, performing his song “Beautiful Things.” The 21-year-old reminded me of Tony Manero (Saturday Night Fever) during the short interview with Savannah, Hoda and Carson, but the song was pretty good. He gained prominence through his work on Tik Tok and Dan Reynolds’s acknowledgement – from Imagine Dragons. Check him out here: https://www.bensonboone.com/ …

Micky Dolenz at the Troubadour

Here’s one more great shot of Micky Dolenz’s from his triumphant show at LA’s Troubadour …

Savannah Sellers

Can’t see to find Chloe Melas on Today anymore. Sad, but she clearly not the right move.; their Savannah Sellers is a much, much better fit …

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Annette Bening, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Hugh Jackman Introduce Entertainment Community Fund Campaign

Last night at the Entertainment Community Fund, (formerly The Actors Fund) gala, they announced the $160 million ESSENTIAL Campaign: a bold and comprehensive effort that will combine all of the organization’s fundraising, allowing the Fund to serve more people in more places. The campaign will support expanding and sustaining Fund services; growing the Emergency Relief Reserve Fund to allow the Fund to respond immediately to the next crisis that will impact the entertainment community; and support mission-critical capital projects.

Within these tentpoles, specific goals include tripling the number of people the Fund serves; executing an innovative digital engagement strategy that includes the roll-out of a new client portal funded by Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Digital Accelerator Program; reaching more people in additional communities with services such as scholarships, mental health services, insurance and career counseling; complete construction of The Hollywood Arts Collective, a complex in the heart of Hollywood that combines 151 units of affordable housing with an arts building and a new home for the Fund’s Western Region offices; upgrading the Actors Fund Home, an assisted living, skilled nursing and rehabilitation residence for seniors in New Jersey; modernize The Schermerhorn and The Dorothy Ross Friedman affordable housing residences in New York; and creating an Affordable Housing Catalyst Fund to stimulate investment in new projects.

Fundraising for the ESSENTIAL Campaign began in 2022, with contributions already made by individuals, foundations, corporations, unions and guilds. An additional $1.1 million was raised at the gala last night.

Led by Honorary Co-Chairs Annette Bening and Brian Stokes Mitchell, the ESSENTIAL Campaign Committee also includes Co-Chairs Hugh Jackman, Chris Keyser, Kenny Leon, Matthew Loeb, Shonda Rhimes and Robert Wankel. Committee members include Greg Berlanti, Janice Reals Ellig, Robert Greenblatt, David Henry Hwang, Sharon Karmazin, Brooke Kennedy, James L. Nederlander, Ruth Nerken, Laura Penn, David Rambo, Lauren Reid, Kate Shindle, Henry Tisch and Lisa Ann Walter.

This morning, Campaign Co-Chair Hugh Jackman shared this special message in celebration of the public launch that can be viewed

“The Entertainment Community Fund has been a longstanding cornerstone in our industry, lending support and meeting the unique needs of thousands of people. Still, more of our colleagues need help, and it will take all of us to support the transformative ESSENTIAL Campaign and ensure that the Fund reaches as many individuals who need these services as possible,” shared Committee Co-Chair Shonda Rhimes.

Bening and Mitchell added, “As Board Chairs for the Entertainment Community Fund and as Honorary Co-Chairs for the ESSENTIAL Campaign, we are tremendously grateful to everyone who has already supported this fundraising initiative and to those who will help us meet our goal. With significant campaign contributions already distributed to provide much-needed services to our community, the Fund is already impacting the lives of more people in more places.”

For more information and to learn how you can support the ESSENTIAL Campaign, please visit entertainmentcommunity.org/Essential .

In addition to announcing the exciting campaign, the evening celebrated Sonia Friedman CBE, Olivier and Tony Award-winning producer; Seth MacFarlane, Founder, Fuzzy Door and Award-winning writer, actor, director, producer and singer; and Warner Bros. Television Group, Emmy-winning producer of scripted, unscripted and animated programming, as they received the Entertainment Community Fund Medal of Honor.

Special guests, presenters and performers included Kelsey Anderson, Eric Bauza, Michael Evans Behling, Annette Bening, Melissa Benoist, Kola Bokinni, Holly Ann Butler, John Cardoza, Corey Cott, Hannah Cruz, Stephen Daldry, Cristo Fernández, Maria Friedman, Drew Gehling, Liz Gillies, Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Hawley Gould, Joey Graziadei, Bonita Hamilton, Shanola Hampton, Brian d’Arcy James, Leslie Rodriguez Kreitzer, McKenzie Kurtz, Camryn Manheim, Julia Mattison, Allyson Tucker Mitchell, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Katherine Oliver, Greta Onieogou, Cassadee Pope, Dennis Stowe, L. Steven Taylor, Ryan Vasquez,Joy Woods, Chip Zien and more.

The Great North American Eclipse

Words fall short in describing the glory of a full solar eclipse.

A collage of the stages of the eclipse

The moon makes first contact with the sun

The wonder that we live on this unique planet is humbling and it was wonderful that a natural occurrence could bring quiet and camaraderie to our nation as millions of people along a long stretch of our country donned funny glasses and looked up to the sky in unison.

A gratuitous photo of your eclipse chaser

Yes, many portions of the path of totality were shaded with clouds but even without clear views of the moon covering the sun the quiet of those minutes could be heard loud and clear.

The temperature dips as the sky darkens

I traveled to Mazatlán, Mexico to witness the event. Mazatlán was the first location in North America to see this year’s eclipse and weather forecasts predicted cloudless days (2 weeks prior). Of course you can never be certain of the weather and although the forecast turned darker as April 8 th approached, we did wake up to a clear sky that morning. The sunset the evening before was an optimistic sign.

The beautiful sunset the night before gave us hope for clear skies

At 9:51am the moon made first contact with the sun and it slowly moved from right to left gobbling the star until it finally blocked the light for a 4 minute interval. The temperature declined; the birds flew back to nest out of confusion as they felt the day had ended prematurely.

After 4 minutes the sun starts to come back in view

That is not a crescent moon – but a crescent sun

For four minutes we were able to remove our UV paper glasses and gaze up to see the amazing event. It is hard to comprehend that our earth has a moon that has the perfect circumference and is at the optimal distance from the sun that when its orbit crosses between the sun and earth it totally blocks the sun. Its important to note that the sun’s diameter is 400 times larger than the moon and coincidentally the sun is 400 times farther away; that is why this phenomenon can occur.

The moon has blocked the sun and the corona shines brightly

Like Pacman but the moon is eating the sun

There is no wonder that ancient civilizations were afraid that the gods were angry, the end of the world was near or that a sacrifice was needed to appease the heavens.

So after that brief explanation – no more words – just photos (taken from my cellphone with a set of eclipse glasses in front of the lens.)

Time To Recycle Your Textiles

The Broadway Green Alliance (BGA) is teaming up with Wearable Collections for a Spring 2024 Textile Recycling Drive in the center of Times Square on April 10, 2024 from 11:00am – 2:00pm . This drive is open to all shows, theatres, industry members, and fans as a free resource to responsibly recycle their unwanted show and personal textiles.

ACCEPTED: All used and clean clothing including shoes and hats, as well as household items such as curtains, linens, towels, handbags, and belts.

NOT ACCEPTED: Carpeting, rugs, bath mats, comforters, household items, pillows, large luggage, fabric yardage, and scraps of any kind.

Community members unable to attend this event can drop-off their items at the refashionNYC textile bin. This bin is located in the lounge of the Actors’ Equity Association at 165 West 46th Street on the fourth floor and is available on days when there are on-site Equity auditions.

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Came w high expectations and willing to pay for exquisite cuisine. Having enjoyed immersive dining before my point of reference was high , but also paid dearly for the privilege including 20 percent tip. Wine pairing was sparkling wine , Sauvignon blanc, Pinot gris ,... Shiraz and an intended moscato which I believe was exchanged in error for a 2nd round of pinot Gris Reasonable tasting pours for all whites , tiny Shiraz pour. Food was decent starting w a salad overpured w vinegar , then an appetizer tuna tartar bite followed by a very tasty octopus dish. The favorite by far followed by halibut w edamame purre and subsequently short ribs w grapes and a small garnish on the side. Too easy , too little on the sides. Desert was insignificant and served in a non descript shell that took up more space than the 3 small bites of dessert inside the shell. The Service was ok, staff did good and engaging job but were supposed to be the garnish on a fabulous dining experience. The themed story line was ok however multiple Graphics are poor definition Disappointed to consider how much I paid for this considering quality. Visit Frenessi and see the type of execution to be expected at this price. More

Amazing drinks, atmosphere, and waitstaff! The interior design offers many surprises. For dinner, the 360 and Odyssey rooms require reservations which I did not have, but they looked amazing. I can’t wait to come back!

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JOURNEY, a new immersive dining experience, comes to NYC January 5, 2023, 10:58.33 am ET

JOURNEY, a unique New York City dining entertainment experience, is blending immersive video installations with fine dining, fashion, and theatre.

Journey’s Executive Producer Marc Routh calls it one of the “most amazing collaborations” with Executive Chef Edward Hong’s delicious culinary inventions taking center stage.

JOURNEY incorporates four unique experiences under one roof: JOURNEY 360, where the 360-degree projections transport you from the communal table to five exotic locations for each of the courses of the prix fixe meal; JOURNEY Odyssey, where live and filmed performance brings the diners’ tabletops to life with comic adventures led by an award-winning Broadway cast; JOURNEY Salon, where entertaining mystery and curiosities await as you enjoy a mix of live and filmed entertainment; and JOURNEY AR Café, where augmented reality brings the dinner plates to life.

The menu includes dishes such as New York City - Tomato with Smoked Crème Fraiche, Crispy Shallots, Red Onion Jam, and Basil; Rain Forest - Amazonia Greens with Yuca, Tacacho, Hearts of Palm, and Cupaucu Vinaigrette; Volcano - King Oyster Mushroom with Forbidden Rice Risotto, Harissa, Mascarpone; and Out of Space - Raspberry Mousse with Chocolate Ice Cream, Almond Textures, and Cardamom Foam. Cocktails come with names like Apocalypto (Mezcal Joven, D’Aristi Xtabentum Honey Liquor, egg whites, lime juice and cinnamon), and Tsukimi (Sweet Potato Shochu, Sweet Potato Puree, Maple-Cinnamon Syrup, Chocolate Bitters and garnished with a Sweet Potato Chip)

Each journey costs $175 per person and runs from 6-8 pm. Here is the schedule of events.

JOURNEY Salon Currently open A non-ticketed environment featuring a unique bar with tapas offerings. Featuring a room showcasing paintings and objects that come to life with 3-D animation, a hostess bedecked in stunning FashionTech couture, and flights of cocktails with integrated video directly on your bartop, the Lounge is the perfect place to hang out casually with friends before and after the sit-down dinner or as a destination all its own.

JOURNEY Epic Café opening within the next week: Indulge your senses from morning to evening at Journey. First of its kind, combining café, bar, and immersive fine dining with a touch of theater, all in the heart of New York City. Open for breakfast, lunch, and casual dining, where augmented reality reveals the hidden three-dimensional designs on the custom dishware and features street-side dining during the warmer months.

JOURNEY Odyssey Opening 1/26 50 PPL: Guests to this ticketed event will be able to participate in this multisensory culinary Journey in smaller groups – at tables accommodating 2 to 4 people. Broadway’s most talented performers bring to life a series of comic vignettes to introduce each of the five courses. Have your appetizer in Tokyo, your first course in Venice, and your entrée in Buenos Aires with equal measures of inventive cuisine and diverting humor.

JOURNEY is located at 27 West 24th Street, New York, NY. Tickets for the shows Journey 360 and Journey Odyssey are available at Tock, or at exploretock.com ; Reservations for the Café or the Salon can be made through OpenTable .

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Review: JOURNEY 360 in NYC-A Unique and Fascinating Gastronomical Adventure

JOURNEY 360 in NYC

Journey , the chic restaurant and lounge, located on 24th Street between 5th and 6th Avenues is the talk of the town. It has so much to offer you will want to make plans to visit again and again. We highly recommend making reservations for their Journey 360. This one of a kind and fascinating immersive dining experience is exquisite. It is a prix-fixe gastronomical event that transports you to exotic locations around the world without ever leaving Manhattan.

Journey has been designed by Broadway veteran, David Gallo. Co-owners and restaurateurs, Alex Cesaria and Marc Routh are responsible for it's unique concept. Recently, Journey has tapped the talents of Executive Chef Diego Negri who has a vast culinary background from around the world. He brings an international blend of culinary styles with his experience in Italian, Spanish, French, Mediterranean, Asian, and South American cuisines.

Review: JOURNEY 360 in NYC-A Unique and Fascinating Gastronomical Adventure

Journey 360 seats guests at a communal table that features stunning floor to ceiling and tabletop projection mapping. While you observe beautiful and striking images of places around the world, a delectable and generous six-course menu that corresponds to each location is served. The presentation and taste of each tantalizing dish is as incredible as the venue. And the excursion has a charming guide who relates interesting information for each adventure.

Journey 360 starts on the top of the Empire State Building on a tethered zeppelin. From there you will go to spots such as The Forest as you have a salad of Amazonian Forest Greens with Lola lettuce, Matche lettuce, Brazilian Nuts, Raspberry Vinaigrette, Yucca Frita and Mango. Travels will also take you The Arctic as you are served Cod in Spiruluna Foam Potatoes and Leeks with Tobiko Eggs. As you venture to the Volcano, relish the course of Braised Short Ribs with Fried Polenta, Sungold Tomato Onion Ash Espellet Powder and Grapes in a Short Rib Sauce. Save room for dessert. The meal will end with a futuristic, otherworldly dessert set in an out of this world location.

While you savor each moment of your meal, the ever-changing projections and well-selected background sounds are totally relaxing. It’s no wonder guests are making it a marvelous night out or a special occasion destination. When we visited, there were friends groups, a couple enjoying their milestone anniversary and a birthday celebration. Make your reservations in the coming month for a special holiday outing. For Journey 360 guests, the restaurants bar’s top-notch menu is available or can add the optional wine pairing for each course that has wonderfully selected wines from around the globe. Seatings are at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm for the 1.5 hour experience. We live in a big, beautiful world, and Journey 360 completely captures it.

Journey has three other inviting dining experiences in addition to Journey 360. Journey A La Carte i ntroduces Chef Diego’s delicious a la carte menu in setting featuring 3D printed architectural models and a gorgeous ambiance; Journey Lounge is a unique experiential bar where paintings and a collection of curiosities come to life. Cutting edge 3D projection mapping and video techniques create ever-changing environments, while patrons enjoy craft cocktails and small specialty plates; and Journey Voyager invites guests to savor a three-course meal as Tony Award winning director John Rando leads a Broadway creative team on an exhilarating travel odyssey, as the tabletop comes alive with optical illusions and video animation.

There’s no other restaurant like Journey in the city. Tell a friend to tell a friend and enjoy a night out to treasure! It is located at 27 West 24th Street, New York, NY 10010. For more information, please visit https://journeyexperience.nyc/ and call (212) 796-0607.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Journey

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Billed as “theatrical gastronomy,” Journey , at 27 West 24th Street, offers a multitude of ways to dine and be immersed in entertainment. An offering from the brains behind some of the biggest Broadway shows, utilising the most advanced technology, Journey takes dining to the next level, pairing food by acclaimed chef Eddie Hong with projection-mapped visuals, audio and live actors.

The Journey restaurant is divided into four experiences: Journey Lounge, Journey Epic Café, Journey Odyssey, and Journey 360. Thirty-seven ultra-high-definition video projectors, along with 12 OLED screens, fill the restaurant, totalling 250 million pixels.

One of the main challenges involved hiding from view the 37 projectors needed to create the experience. “We didn’t want this to look like a mess of AV equipment – the restaurant was designed by award-winning Broadway designers and has a unique aesthetic in itself, so I was dead-set in hiding the projectors in light shades and in the ceiling as much as I possibly could,” explains Jason McFerran of integrator Illuminating Magic.The star of the Journey experience is Journey 360, a private room that offers communal seating for up to 20 guests. Upon entering, diners are surrounded on every wall with seamless projection, even contiguous along the 24-foot table (12,288 pixels), while 12 projectors fill the chamber but hide neatly within the ceiling. Using a VIOSO camera calibration system, all projectors are kept in perfect warp and blend for the life of the establishment.

Illuminating Magic has previously worked on other immersive dining experiences, including Le Petit Chef at New York rooftop restaurant The View, whose combination of four-course dining with 3D visual storytelling (guests’ meals are ‘cooked’ by the eponymous chef, who stands 6cm tall) has garnered millions of views on social media. Journey, however, is the first to incorporate several different dining experiences with varying levels: wall animations, bar-top, tabletop and full 360°.

The combination of a “cutting-edge video presentation with four channels of spatial audio to accompany your gastronomic adventure is what true immersion looks like – an unforgettable dining experience that caters to all five senses,” says Kevin Zevchik, US director of VIOSO. Further immersion is provided by enabling guests to interact with the environment around them – for example, by writing graffiti on the walls or creating unique snowflakes in the Arctic, all by using their smartphone.

Produced and developed by Zanim8tion, the Journey 360 video content – which includes journeys to the banks of the Amazon, the Atlantic Ocean floor and the inside of an active volcano – was created completely in Unreal Engine with a custom-made four-camera rig that renders the immersive 360° views. This, explains McFerran, came with additional “inherent risks, including camera intrinsics, parallaxes, Z-fighting, and quadrupled render errors”.

“Sustaining the 360° visuals is not only a feat from the content creation, but also a requirement from the VIOSO auto-calibration,” adds Zevchik. “Given the nature of the buildings in New York City, it is nearly impossible to guarantee a perfect blend every day without auto-cal.”

Playback is also handled by VIOSO hardware, with an Anystation Media server, powered by IOversal Vertex, delivering the ultra-high-resolution visuals key to providing Journey 360’s sense of immersion.

Since launching, the restaurant – and in particular Journey 360 – has garnered rave reviews from critics and customers alike, with positive reviews in Time Out and the New York Times and being named one of the top-four dining experiences in New York City by Forbes.

“We are delighted to have played our part in the creation of Journey, which has deservedly taken the New York dining scene by storm,” says Zevchik. “As a showcase for how immersive video, properly calibrated, can elevate the gastronomic experience, Journey has well and truly earned its place among the greatest dining experiences in the city that never sleeps.”

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VIOSO’s advanced auto-calibration technology is transporting diners to the North Pole and the bottom of a volcano at Journey, a new high-end dining experience in New York City

By Rob Lane

VIOSO is helping New Yorkers to take their dinner with a side order of interactive storytelling at Journey, a unique new dining destination in New York, where the company’s advanced auto-calibration technology is being used to whisk diners across the world without ever leaving the table.

Billed as ‘theatrical gastronomy’, Journey, at 27 West 24th Street, offers a multitude of ways to dine and be immersed in entertainment. An offering from the brains behind some of the biggest Broadway shows, Journey pairs food by acclaimed chef Eddie Hong with projection-mapped visuals, audio and live actors.

One of the main challenges involved hiding from view the 37 projectors needed to create the experience. Jason McFerran from integrator Illuminating Magic explained: “We didn’t want this to look like a mess of AV equipment – the restaurant was designed by award-winning Broadway designers and has a unique aesthetic in itself, so I was dead-set in hiding the projectors in light shades and in the ceiling as much as I possibly could.”

The star of the Journey experience is Journey 360, a private room that offers communal seating for up to 20 guests. Upon entering, diners are surrounded on every wall with seamless projection, even contiguous along the 24-foot table (12,288 pixels), while 12 projectors fill the chamber but hide neatly within the ceiling. Using a VIOSO camera calibration system, all projectors are kept in perfect warp and blend for the life of the establishment.

The combination of a “cutting-edge video presentation with four channels of spatial audio to accompany your gastronomic adventure is what true immersion looks like – an unforgettable dining experience that caters to all five senses,” said Kevin Zevchik, US director of VIOSO. Further immersion is provided by enabling guests to interact with the environment around them – for example, by writing graffiti on the walls or creating unique snowflakes in the Arctic, all by using their smartphone.

Zevchik. added: “Sustaining the 360° visuals is not only a feat from the content creation, but also a requirement from the VIOSO auto-calibration. Given the nature of the buildings in New York City, it is nearly impossible to guarantee a perfect blend every day without auto-cal.”

“We are delighted to have played our part in the creation of Journey, which has deservedly taken the New York dining scene by storm,” concluded Zevchik. “As a showcase for how immersive video, properly calibrated, can elevate the gastronomic experience, Journey has well and truly earned its place among the greatest dining experiences in the city that never sleeps.”

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The Most Romantic Restaurants in New York City

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In a city where dining out is counted among the top things to do (if not the top thing to do), finding a spot to enjoy a meal in New York City is about as easy as sourcing a Chianti in a wine shop. But if your culinary pursuits tend to happen mostly around date night, take note of the most romantic restaurants in NYC outlined below.

While a discerning wine list and note-perfect dishes are always key when selecting a restaurant for an intimate dinner, the ambience is also paramount. Dim lighting, moody music, elegant decor, and an element of mystery are the prevailing requisites for a romantic table for two—and the 26 destinations ahead (both established and newly opened) deliver that in spades. Continue scrolling to discover where you should snag a reservation for your next evening out.

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One of those rare New York City institutions that remains unchanged despite operating throughout several decades, Raoul’s is a French bistro that’s been a SoHo staple since 1975. Menu favorites include the steak au poivre and oysters, but the real quest is to secure their elusive and much-beloved burger, of which only about a dozen are served each weekday and only at the bar. It’s impressive, it’s delicious, and it’s definitely one of the most romantic spots for dinner in the city.

Al Di La Trattoria

Nestled on a peaceful corner in Park Slope, Al Di La Trattoria has been serving up handcrafted, simple Italian cuisine since the 1990s. It’s a classic mom-and-pop operation run by a husband and wife duo and is under the helm of chef Anna Klinger. Expect comforting dishes like large pasta loops with heritage pork shoulder ragu and wines ranging from acidic Etna Bianco to complex Nebbiolo. The space is small and snug but full of heart and a nod to old-world dining.

One of the most exciting recent openings in New York, this East Village basement restaurant from Joshua Pinsky and Chase Sinzer is the perfect destination for romance-fueled plate sharing. Begin with the red shrimp delivered in a sumptuous bed of oil and garlic, followed by the mushroom mille-feuille, topped off by the pork chop with smoked onion jus. Might as well order the devil’s food cake for two while you’re at it.

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Eschewing the typical dinner format, this intimate restaurant in Bed-Stuy operates more like a communal supper series, with 6 and 8:30 p.m. seatings on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Couples who are lucky enough to snag seats are served Nigerian food by owner-chef Ayo Balogun, set to the tunes of a record player spinning 1970s Afrobeats. Chat with each other, make new friends, and relish in this uniquely romantic experience.

Minetta Tavern

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In its early days, Minetta Tavern was frequented by the likes of Dylan Thomas and Ernest Hemingway. Nowadays, it’s owned by restaurateur Keith McNally and still attracts similarly magnetic personalities with its red leather banquettes and old-school sensibilities. Cozy up in a booth and order the black label burger with frites and a martini.

Snag a reservation at this Prospect Heights gem during the warmer months of the year, when you can enjoy seasonal ingredients in their tranquil backyard garden beneath leafy trees and cascading bistro lights. Opt for the tasting menu to get a full grasp of chef Greg Baxtrom’s vision, featuring dishes like sunchoke falafel with whipped Calabrian honey and rutabaga tagliatelle served with black truffle and brown butter bits.

Shimmy up to the intimate chef’s counter at this Michelin-starred immersive Korean dining experience in Flatiron. The ambience is sleek and sultry, with design by AvroKO , who referenced traditional Korean architecture and royal courts through their use of wooden wall paneling, deep plum hues, and a lavish marble countertop. The menu begins with small bites (mostly seafood and vegetables) then progresses into multiple omakase-style courses offering various meats.

Le Bernardin

It’s impossible to touch on fine dining in New York City without referencing Le Bernardin. For almost 40 years, Eric Ripert’s coveted cuisine has captured the hearts of locals and tourists alike, serving up unparalleled seafood in an inviting dining room rounded out by soft lighting and gentle music.

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The vibes are strong at this iconic West Village townhouse on the corner of Bank and Waverly. Enjoy a pre-dinner drink in the pub by the fireplace (a rarity in NYC) then unwind in the garden with a decadent meal of grilled oysters and roasted chicken. The building dates back to the late 1800s and was originally a tavern, giving the entire experience a romantic old world feel.

Newly opened and overlooking Madison Square Park, this wood-fired Italian restaurant takes cuisine cues from rustic hearth cooking in Perugia and Naples. You and your date can relish in a hearty menu of house-made pastas and wood-fired pizzas washed down by a Lupetto Negroni or Venetian Spritz. The setting is also of note: wood, marble, tile, and brass textures conspire together to create a truly memorable ambiance.

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If nostalgia is your aphrodisiac, book a table at this legendary New York restaurant, opened in 1913. Better yet: grab a couple of stools at the bar for a round of oysters and a bottle of Chablis. It’s the kind of fuss-free place that after over a century still feels in-the-know, and can always be followed up with a romantic stroll beneath that gorgeous Grand Central Terminal ceiling mural.

Winner of the James Beard Awards’ Best New Restaurant title in 2019, this Tribeca brasserie oozes sleekness with its burgundy leather banquettes and marble floors. The food is top-notch and the natural wine list is curated by industry legend, Jorge Riera. Booking a table (or bar seat) here will always be the right choice.

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This contemporary Mexican restaurant (featured in the World’s 50 Best) celebrates its 10-year anniversary in 2024 and is acclaimed for use of local and seasonal ingredients from the Hudson Valley and the surrounding region, while paying tribute to Mexican flavors. The dining room is dimly lit and sets the stage for a thoroughly memorable evening.

Spacious? No. Soulful and snug? Entirely. This restaurant sits on one of the best corners in the West Village and is known for its reliably tasty dishes and neighborhood feel. While the brunch tends to draw a crowd, make your way here for a romantic dinner and order the sautéed chicken with lemon, garlic, shallots, and sage.

The forsythia flower is traditionally the first to bloom come spring, referencing this Lower East Side restaurant’s spirit of renewal. Choose from the six-seat bar or cozy dining room, and from a selection of classic handmade Roman pastas and Italian amari. Even better: Book one of their pasta classes for an immersive take on date night.

Quietly perched on a Tribeca cobblestone street corner, this Michelin-starred French-Japanese restaurant is a favorite thanks to its seasonal tasting menu that sources from France, Japan, and local New York farms. The French-focused wine list is also a major highlight (opt for the pairings) and interiors featuring green velvet banquettes create a romantic, intimate mood.

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Inspired by the Viennese-style cafes of fin-de-siècle Milan, Edoardo Mantelli transplanted this convivial feel to his Fort Greene restaurant where guests can feast upon squid ink tagliolini while sipping on orange Trebbiano or a Milanese aperitivo. Dark wood paneling and soaring ceilings frame atmospheric details like a mid-century modern chandelier and black-and-white tiled floors, creating the perfect atmosphere for date night.

Le Pavillon

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A lush respite from the city streets, Daniel Boulud’s Michelin-starred restaurant is recognizable for its soaring ceiling and greenery woven throughout the dining room, including magnificent 20-foot olive trees. The menu focuses on seafood and vegetable-centric cuisine, with an extensive rotating by-the-glass list that matches the seasonal menu.

Elegantly situated within the Lowell Hotel near Central Park, this romantic restaurant nods to seasonal blooms with its year-round outdoor seating and airy dining room accented by extravagant floral arrangements and fireplace. The menu is full of French favorites, including the Grand Marnier soufflé.

If sharing dishes is your love language, head straight for two stools at just-opened, Penny. This walk-in raw bar is from the team behind Claud and the seating is exclusively at the counter, creating a casual, cozy vibe. Don’t sleep on the stuffed squid or ice cream sandwich, and be sure to order from the expertly-curated wine list (psst: the Corpinnat is a winner).

Right where Chinatown meets the Lower East Side sits this 36-seat restaurant by chef Ron Yan, with wines curated by Parcelle . Interiors set the tone for a tasty meal of sweet & sour crispy fish and duck confit spring rolls, with custom banquette seating underneath distressed mirrors and distinctive rattan furniture by Chinese-American designer Danny Ho Fong. Keep an eye out for other unique design moments, including antique Chinese cabinets and a vintage Borsani bar in the entryway.

Any one of chef Rita Sodi’s restaurants would qualify as a worthy pick for date night, but it’s the garden at I Sodi’s new (and more spacious) location on Bleecker and Grove that feels especially romantic. Nibble on polenta e stracchino and house-made whole wheat pasta with oxtail and porcini for your next night out in the village.

Caviar Kaspia at The Mark

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Nothing says romance quite like caviar, especially when it’s enjoyed at The Mark. This Central Park-adjacent restaurant boasts interiors by Jacques Grange and a menu that includes a twice-baked potato served with a selection of caviar.

The Golden Swan

Tucked away inside a historic two-story townhouse, this new restaurant from Chef Doug Brixton and restaurateur Matthew Abramcyk feels like quintessential New York. Enjoy French and Mediterranean flavors from either the ground floor window-wrapped bar (The Wallace Room) or upstairs in the main dining room.

La Mercerie

With design by the renowned studio Roman and Williams, it’s no wonder this intricate space makes for a romantic meal. Grab a table in one of the plush banquettes positioned beside striking floral arrangements and with exquisite table settings, which you can purchase from the store once you’ve finished your meal.

Four award-winning chefs were selected from Japan to craft a luxurious dining experience at this new restaurant on the lower floor of the recently renovated Prince Kitano New York. Expect elegant courses of seasonal meats, seafood, and produce served in a sophisticated setting, accentuated by a metal grille ceiling and bronze-paneled walls that were inspired by Modernist minimalism.

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Ten new restaurants offer customers another great reason to book a table.

The Michelin Guide just announced the addition of these New York City restaurants to its New York Guide, with cuisines ranging from Puerto Rican to upscale Japanese.

This is the first update to the New York Michelin Guide since October 2023, when 11 new restaurants were added including Little Myanmar, Monsieur Vo, Superiority Burger, Potluck Club and Torrisi, which went on to win a Michelin star at November’s ceremony.

The April 2024 update includes two sushi spots: Bar Miller , a sustainable sushi counter in the East Village that opened in September 2023, and Shota Omakase , an Edomae-style omakase restaurant that opened in Williamsburg in October 2023.

The new Koreatown spot for double fried chicken and hotpot, Moono, is on the list along with another modern Korean eatery, Nōksu , a 14-seat counter adjacent to the 34th Street subway at Herald Square.

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The luxe Japanese-French fusion bistro L’abeille à Côté is also now in the guide, as is the new Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare, now under Chefs Max Natmessnig and Marco Prins at the back corner of Hell’s Kitchen grocery store.

Two popular but very different Thai restaurants are also now in the guide, Meatpacking District’s Bangkok Supper Club and Cobble Hill’s Untable.

Greenpoint, a hot dining destination this year, earned one recommendation. Cecily, the chic wine bar from Estela and The Four Horsemen alums, is now in the guide.

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The ten additions round out with a borough and cuisine rarely lauded in the Michelin Guide. Barrio, located on East Tremont Ave. in the Bronx, earned an inclusion with excellent Puerto Rican fare and cocktails.

There are over 300 restaurants currently included in the New York Michelin Guide, with updates posted throughout the year. All of the new inclusions are dubbed "Recommended” and could earn Bib Gourmand or Star awards in New York's Michelin Guide selection for 2024 later this year.

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Over the last decade, a building boom in Long Island City has left the easternmost blocks of Jackson Avenue jammed with gleaming office towers and apartment buildings, ending at Queens Plaza’s E, M, and R station. These five blocks have become one of the city’s newest and glitziest dining strips, with all sorts of franchise operations, but also with a preponderance of independent Chinese and Japanese establishments, some quite large.

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The latest restaurant to appear along the strip, on the first floor of the the Tishman Speyer ’s Jacx office tower, Red Sorghum (28-03 Jackson Avenue, at 42nd Road) has opened, related to Ye’s Apothecary , a Chinatown cocktail bar, and Blue Willow , a Midtown Hunan restaurant. It is run by Vincent Lin and Blue Willow partner, Mandy Zhang, and the executive chef is Bruce Li. The Chinese name, “Night Banquet,” references the 1987 film and Chinese novel about a family’s struggles in making sorghum wine and later resistance fighters during the Second Sino-Japanese War ; in an interview, the owners said the setting is inspired by “old-school cinema and Wong Kar Wai’ s set designs.”

The vibe : Like Blue Willow, Red Sorghum might be mistaken for a movie set from the 1930s. The predominant color is red, the subdued lighting seems to issue mainly from beaded lampshades and Edison bulbs that hang from the high ceiling. Fringed decorative blinds can be pulled down over the giant windows to give an impression of evening, even in mid-afternoon. A bar dominates the room from right inside the front door.

Orange banquettes weave around the place, interspersed with bent cane chairs, leaving semi-hidden nooks here and there. Large Chinese vases dot the room, some filled with flowers, others with potted plants. Mid-afternoon on a Saturday, the place was mobbed. This is not a restaurant for wearing t-shirts and sweatpants, and the patrons dress up a bit, even on a weekend. Most tables hold several guests, the better to take advantage of the large format dishes.

The food : Red Sorghum concentrates on Sichuan and Hunan, two popular regional Chinese cuisines , both quite spicy. The menu is filled with familiar dishes including one with eggplant, green chiles, and century eggs ($20) mashed tableside in a mortar; and a fiery fish soup that features green peppercorns, here made not with tilapia, but with the more luxurious black sea bass.

Illustrating the Hunanese penchant for preserved ingredients, there is a stir-fry of dried radish and smoked pork ($22). There are also homestyle selections on the menu, such as a creamy soup of red dates and pork meatballs ($21), and a dish disarmingly called Miss Lou’s famous beef stew ($34), a homely concoction of sliced brisket, enoki mushrooms, and (transparent Japanese) konjac noodles.

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The drinks : Red Sorghum doubles as a cocktail lounge, and a very scene-y one, too. Many drinks feature baijiu, a clear, high-proof liquor often made with sorghum , but sometimes with wheat, corn, millet, or a combination. It is consumed all over China, often as straight shots, but at Red Sorghum, one may have a sorghum sling ($17), composed of hawthorn berry, mint, and pineapple with baijiu, and so on. There’s also a Negroni that features two forms of baijiu along with mezcal and vermouth; and a warm cocktail of Pimm’s and Pastis flavored with vanilla and allspice.

True to the name of the restaurant, there are 18 kinds of straight baijiu offered in six flavor categories (strong, extra strong, rice, light, sauce, and phoenix). These are available in flights of four ($20), if you really want to find out what baijiu is all about. Then there are red, white, sparkling, and skin-contact wines, as well as an international selection of whiskeys, and pretty much every form of booze you can think of, plus zero-alcohol spirits — but no one’s going to blame you if you just stick with beer.

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New York City's new Gilded Age

For Wall Street's elite, dining out is suddenly louder and more extravagant than ever.

The bars and restaurants that put the glint on New York City never stopped partying.

While the rest of the country — businesses, investors , economists , regular people — misspent 2023 in a state of anxiety, waiting for a recession that never came, the bastions of New York City's dining elite came out of the pandemic louder, prouder, and more extravagant than ever.

Here, it's ancient Rome. And if New York City has a legalized form of popular bloodsport, it's the restaurant business.

To dine at the most sought-after restaurants is an exercise in one's capacity to tolerate rejection . In old New York, money and cache were the currencies that could, eventually, find you a seat wherever you wanted. But the internet and reservation apps like Resy have removed person-to-person contact in these bookings and turned scoring a coveted table into the shortest video game ever played . Status still talks, but tech nerds who've programmed bots to crawl for reservations have added a disconcerting new layer. Recently, I met a man who has a constant crawl for a five-person table at a chic new restaurant. He was very proud of himself for this. I was not.

The surge of demand doesn't mean everything has been easy. Food prices have risen steadily, the hot job market has made workers hard to find and keep, and, of course, there's the inexorable rise of New York City rents. Yet new restaurants have kept coming. And not just any restaurants — luxurious, maximalist restaurants with ingredients as international as the city itself.

The new wave of eateries is also a stark contrast to the previous era of NYC dining. After the financial crisis, the city put on a black turtleneck à la Steve Jobs and presented everything with clean lines and prized understatement. Now it's returned to something that looks more like the Gilded Age — a maximalist mob-wife aesthetic that orders "more with a side of much more." The city's bars have gone rococo as well. Is there a greater vote of confidence in New York's economic recovery than opening a tiki bar that feels like a dive, hangs florals like a wedding at the Grand Prospect Hall , and asks people to pay $25 for a cocktail called "Tarman"?

Beneath the city's shimmering victory over the pandemic and dining's glorious return as Gotham's favorite pastime, there's still a great divide between the haves and the have-nots . As the pandemic emergency abated, our weird new economy revealed the dramatic difference between Americans who feel they can handle an inflationary shock and those who cannot. So it makes sense that Manhattan, where the income gap is greater than any other county in the country, has been the vanguard of this American vibe revolution. It is a granite island of hungry rich people looking for something to do — Wall Street bankers, tech executives, generationally wealthy people, the famous and beautiful. In a country roiled by recession worries, those at the top of New York City — for better or worse — couldn't give a single gilded shit.

The Big Apple bites back

Opening a new business anywhere is an act of hope. Opening a restaurant even more so. Opening a restaurant in New York City requires the faith of a medieval saint. For an industry that already existed on a knife's edge, the pandemic looked like it could be a catastrophic blow . Were it not for delivery apps, creative outdoor seating , and many New Yorkers' stubborn resistance to learning to use their apartment kitchens, we might have lost even more of our eateries than we did. In this town, an unlisted, unmarked, hole-in-the-wall serving top-flight Xinjiang noodles can be every bit a destination as Tavern on the Green — and the food will probably be better. Even with this chaos, New York is a city that embraces bizarre circumstances, and when the pandemic took hold, that became its superpower.

"I think the city and New Yorkers are so different and so unfazed by it. Remember when there were a million people eating outside?" Jennifer Saesue, a Manhattan restaurateur, said.

Saesue opened her first restaurant, Fish Cheeks, in 2017, and before long, it became a staple for the downtown set. During the pandemic, Fish Cheeks survived as other restaurants did — ramping up takeout and setting up outdoor seating. Saesue said that after a lull during lockdowns, its revenue clicked back into the normal cycle of the city's restaurant business: a slow start to the year, a busy spring, a slower summer, and then full-on mania starting in the fall and through the holiday season.

There are new, hot restaurants opening every freaking week.

Since then, New Yorkers staved off recession fears by simply spending like it would never come — especially on food, drinks, and entertainment. By the end of March 2023, nightlife spending reached 11% above pre-pandemic levels, a report from Mastercard found. It's not hard to understand why. Few people in the country lived as cramped an existence through the pandemic as New Yorkers did. Once it was over, they bet everything on the return of the institutions that form the backbone of the city's culture. The rest of the country could keep their weak vibes. For New York City, a brush with death called for a time of decadence.

"I feel like we are back to where we were pre-pandemic. Now more than ever, people are spending, and even more so, restaurants are opening back up," Saesue told me. "There are new, hot restaurants opening every freaking week."

So that's what the city's doing now. Get into it. Clubsteraunts are back, and Gen Z — a generation that claims to dislike fun — can be seen there in full force. The city's bistros have met this enthusiasm by upping their game. Chefs in New York have somehow yassified hard-boiled eggs, and LCD Soundsystem's frontman James Murphy has a restaurant that's selling them for $25. Naturally, those eggs have caviar on them. There's caviar everywhere. At Coqodaq, a just-opened Korean fried chicken restaurant that looks like a Las Vegas church, you can order a perfectly crisped nugget with caviar on it. It will cost you $28 and whatever it takes you to get through a meal while watching packs of TikTok food influencers completely lose their minds.

As the kids might say, "Nature is healing." The city's affluent consists of the same Wall Street workhorses, fashion and public-relations power brokers, trust-fund babies (American and foreign), chic people, quasi-creatives of advertising, total nerds of tech, and straight-up, never-sleeping hustlers — but their tastes have changed. Members-only social clubs and restaurants abound. The new Aman New York has a private club with a $200,000 initiation fee, and the boys who brought us Carbone have a private restaurant called ZZ's with a $20,000 initiation fee and $10,000 annual membership. There are the Casas — Cruz and Cipriani (both private clubs, no relation) — and the old mainstay Soho House, which has expanded to three locations in the city. Private clubs delineating the space between the haves and the have-nots were a feature of the first Gilded Age. Here we are again, except now the most sought-after restaurants can function almost as exclusively as clubs — know someone, wait for hours, game the digital-reservation system, beg (maybe) — and then maybe you'll get a seat at a decent time to eat, like 9:30 p.m. (if you're lucky) or 5:30 p.m. (if you've given up on fun).

It doesn't seem like people are thinking about the recession that much. I think they're talking about it, but their behavior doesn't say that.

Saesue opened her second concept, Bangkok Supper Club, in the West Village in 2023. It was immediately met with critical acclaim and the kind of success that makes getting a reservation an only-in-NYC kind of status symbol.

"Looking from where I am," Saesue told me, "it doesn't seem like people are thinking about the recession that much. I think they're talking about it, but their behavior doesn't say that."

A city is lucky if it has two or three dining rooms ethereal enough to transport you to a world in which everything you see or touch is precious. In the past few years, New York has opened them at a steady clip. Most recently, the famed chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten opened Four Twenty-Five on Park Avenue, where it feels like you are dining on a crystal cloud. It's a place to watch a very classic uptown New York City crowd — an older set of ultraprofessionals, mom and dad on date night, women who have enough money but too much self-awareness to be on "Real Housewives," money managers drinking at the gorgeous bar after a late night at the office ( yes, they're going to the office ). For these people, there must be elegance at all times.

Not all of NYC nightlife is focused on making things fancy; some of it is just theatrical and fun. In the East Village, Paradise Lost transports patrons to a tiki bar located on a choppy beach near the capitol of Hell. It works because the drinks are a full-on show. The Saturn, a vintage gin cocktail that won the 1967 IBA championship, comes smoking with dry ice. And if you order the Lady of the Beasts, you'll experience what the bar calls "fire and show." Bongo drums will ring out through the bar, and your server will present the cocktail to you in a dazzle of flames. The Lady is just one of a few cocktails on the menu that come with all of that drama. If there is a hard landing for the US economy, NYC will have to meet it with a bit of a hangover. After what the city went through, it will have been worth it.

The full vibespace

A survey of New York City's most glimmering restaurants and competitive cocktailers is, of course, an incomplete picture of how the city is recovering. The pandemic was a violent lesson in how an inflationary shock impacts the affluent much less than everyone else. And that makes for complex vibes.

According to a report from TouchBistro, a company that provides point-of-sales services to restaurants, NYC restaurant margins averaged around 9.2% in 2023, down from 10.1% a year in 2022 and just below the national average of 9.3%. Food operators said they spent 43% more on food costs in 2023 than they did in 2022, the highest jump in the country. And while employers in other parts of the economy are regaining the upper hand, staff turnover at NYC restaurants was around 31% in 2023. The national average turnover rate sat at 28%. Every restaurant is facing these issues, but businesses' ability to deal with increasing costs — while holding onto customers — varies greatly. A December survey from the New York City Hospitality Alliance found that while 37% of respondents felt positive about future business revenue, 30% percent of respondents were feeling pessimistic about the future, and another 20% felt uncertain.

"New York City's restaurants and bars are experiencing an uneven pandemic recovery nearly four years after COVID-19 struck our city," Andrew Rigie, the executive director of the New York City Hospitality Alliance, said. "While some have recovered, others still struggle."

The restaurant industry is a mirror of the city . The haves are being delighted in new dining rooms and glittering new high-rises . The have-nots are experiencing the trauma of a record number of evictions, especially in Brooklyn and The Bronx, and the squeeze of record-high rents . No one seems to have an answer for New York's housing crisis, where rental vacancies dropped to 1.4% in 2023 — a healthy rate is considered somewhere between 5% and 8%.

Nationwide, in the aggregate, restaurants are growing. Sales reached a seasonally-adjusted rate of $95.01 billion in January, up 0.7% from December and the 11th month of consecutive growth. But that doesn't mean the mood is great: 97% of restaurant owners are worried about higher food costs, according to a survey from the National Restaurant Association, and 38% say they didn't make money last year. That's a lot of have-nots. In a moment when food prices are volatile at best and workers are hard to come by, most of the restaurant industry has to make hard decisions. As Corey Mintz argued in this very publication, we may hate what it takes to save restaurants — more self-service, higher prices — but we may not have a choice. I don't care how many times the Nasdaq punches new highs — this does not make for good vibes.

The city's last Gilded Age was as much a time of growth and vitality as it was a time of corruption and inequality.

Restaurants are pinched, in part, because their patrons are pinched , too. Yes, the rest of the country is starting to see what New York City has been seeing: The worst is over. The University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index showed significant improvement over the past two months, and the outlook for inflation continues to improve. This is fantastic news for the country, but as analysts at UBS pointed out in a recent note to clients, just because we're not feeling bad doesn't mean we necessarily feel good.

"These are encouraging developments and sentiment should continue to improve as disinflation progresses, the Fed cuts rates and real incomes keep rising," the UBS analysts wrote. "In short, the vibecession for the public at large may be over, but the vibespansion has a long way to go."

Inflation hurts everyone, but it is catastrophic for people who are just getting by — or just starting to save a little bit. In an extremely cringeworthy interview, WK Kellogg CEO Gary Pilnick seemed excited when he said his company's cereal-for-dinner messaging was "landing really well."

"Cereal for dinner is something that is probably more on trend now, and we would expect to continue as that consumer is under pressure," he said. Since 1978, CEO pay has skyrocketed 1,460%, thanks mostly to stock-based compensation. When prices go up dramatically, those who can afford it may see it and know it, but they don't feel it. Those who can't, apparently, make Gary Pilnick's day.

If a pandemic can't defeat New York City, a little inflation certainly isn't going to do it. What it will do, though, is reveal the structural weaknesses in our society. The city's last Gilded Age was as much a time of growth and vitality as it was a time of corruption and inequality. It was a warning for this town and the whole country. Watching post-pandemic inflation at work is a warning, too. It showed what it looks like when this American economy experiences a short, sharp shock. And what that looks like is the affluent in New York City eating caviar, and poorer Americans eating cereal.

Linette Lopez is a senior correspondent at Business Insider.

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Dining style Casual Dining
Price $50 and over
Cuisines American
Hours of Operation Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number (212) 796-0607
Website https://journeyexperience.nyc/
Payment Options AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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Executive Chef Chef Judy Anderson
Catering We can offer the intimate 20 room Journey 360, the 56 person Odyssey Room, the 100 person lounge or the 60 seat Main Dining Room and 30 seat bar for different sized events.
Private party facilities Journey is a perfect location from groups from 10-300. Contact us at [email protected]
Location 27 W 24th St, New York, NY 10010
Cross Street 5th and 6th Avenues
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Public Transit 23rd Street N/R/W at Broadway and 23rd Street F/M
Additional Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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NYC’s AI chatbot was caught telling businesses to break the law. The city isn’t taking it down

FILE - New York City Mayor Eric Adams speaks during a news conference at City Hall, Dec. 12, 2023, in New York. An artificial intelligence-powered chatbot meant to help small business owners in New York City has come under fire for dispensing bizarre advice that misstates local policies and advises companies to violate the law. But the chatbot remains online, even as Adams acknowledged Tuesday, April 2, 2024, that its answers were “wrong in some areas.” (AP Photo/Peter K. Afriyie, File)

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NEW YORK (AP) — An artificial intelligence-powered chatbot created by New York City to help small business owners is under criticism for dispensing bizarre advice that misstates local policies and advises companies to violate the law.

But days after the issues were first reported last week by tech news outlet The Markup, the city has opted to leave the tool on its official government website. Mayor Eric Adams defended the decision this week even as he acknowledged the chatbot’s answers were “wrong in some areas.”

Launched in October as a “one-stop shop” for business owners, the chatbot offers users algorithmically generated text responses to questions about navigating the city’s bureaucratic maze.

It includes a disclaimer that it may “occasionally produce incorrect, harmful or biased” information and the caveat, since-strengthened, that its answers are not legal advice.

It continues to dole out false guidance, troubling experts who say the buggy system highlights the dangers of governments embracing AI-powered systems without sufficient guardrails.

“They’re rolling out software that is unproven without oversight,” said Julia Stoyanovich, a computer science professor and director of the Center for Responsible AI at New York University. “It’s clear they have no intention of doing what’s responsible.”

FILE - Migrants pick up blankets near a Migrant Assistance Center at St. Brigid Elementary School on Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023, in New York. Mayor Eric Adam's office on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, said New York City will end its relationship with a medical services company tasked with housing and caring for an influx of international migrants, following scrutiny over the company's lucrative deal with the city and the quality of its humanitarian services. (AP Photo/Andres Kudacki, File)

In responses to questions posed Wednesday, the chatbot falsely suggested it is legal for an employer to fire a worker who complains about sexual harassment, doesn’t disclose a pregnancy or refuses to cut their dreadlocks. Contradicting two of the city’s signature waste initiatives, it claimed that businesses can put their trash in black garbage bags and are not required to compost.

At times, the bot’s answers veered into the absurd. Asked if a restaurant could serve cheese nibbled on by a rodent, it responded: “Yes, you can still serve the cheese to customers if it has rat bites,” before adding that it was important to assess the “the extent of the damage caused by the rat” and to “inform customers about the situation.”

A spokesperson for Microsoft, which powers the bot through its Azure AI services, said the company was working with city employees “to improve the service and ensure the outputs are accurate and grounded on the city’s official documentation.”

At a press conference Tuesday, Adams, a Democrat, suggested that allowing users to find issues is just part of ironing out kinks in new technology.

“Anyone that knows technology knows this is how it’s done,” he said. “Only those who are fearful sit down and say, ‘Oh, it is not working the way we want, now we have to run away from it all together.’ I don’t live that way.”

Stoyanovich called that approach “reckless and irresponsible.”

Scientists have long voiced concerns about the drawbacks of these kinds of large language models, which are trained on troves of text pulled from the internet and prone to spitting out answers that are inaccurate and illogical.

But as the success of ChatGPT and other chatbots have captured the public attention, private companies have rolled out their own products, with mixed results. Earlier this month, a court ordered Air Canada to refund a customer after a company chatbot misstated the airline’s refund policy. Both TurboTax and H&R Block have faced recent criticism for deploying chatbots that give out bad tax-prep advice.

Jevin West, a professor at the University of Washington and co-founder of the Center for an Informed Public, said the stakes are especially high when the models are promoted by the public sector.

“There’s a different level of trust that’s given to government,” West said. “Public officials need to consider what kind of damage they can do if someone was to follow this advice and get themselves in trouble.”

Experts say other cities that use chatbots have typically confined them to a more limited set of inputs, cutting down on misinformation.

Ted Ross, the chief information officer in Los Angeles, said the city closely curated the content used by its chatbots, which do not rely on large language models.

The pitfalls of New York’s chatbot should serve as a cautionary tale for other cities, said Suresh Venkatasubramanian, the director of the Center for Technological Responsibility, Reimagination, and Redesign at Brown University.

“It should make cities think about why they want to use chatbots, and what problem they are trying to solve,” he wrote in an email. “If the chatbots are used to replace a person, then you lose accountability while not getting anything in return.”

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