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Do or Don't: Bringing Outside Food/Drink Into a Restaurant
Last week, New York Times critic Frank Bruni broached the question of whether it's kosher to bring outside food or drink into restaurants. I've noticed at some places — most recently at a popular neighborhood coffeehouse — that a growing number of establishments have barred customers from bringing items (such as water) inside. Bruni cited an example of a friend getting turned away from brunch at a New York diner for arriving with a Starbucks coffee in hand, and argued in favor of the establishment.
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We love Slashfood so much that every Thursday we round up their most delicious stories. Here are this week's finds:
Catching Up With Chris Cosentino
Since he competed in the Next Iron Chef two Summers ago, San Francisco's acclaimed offal-chef, Chris Cosentino, has been a very busy guy. He's worked nights at his head-to-tail rustic Italian restaurant, Incanto, opened a salumeria, Boccalone, at the Ferry Building in SF, and filmed a new television show, Chef vs. City, for the Food Network.
Niman Ranch Founder Denounces Company's New Owners
Bill Niman created the Niman Ranch meat empire with his progressive farming techniques. Today, he won't even eat the company's products. The sustainable agriculture pioneer, who spearheaded the food movement to raise livestock sustainably, humanely, and naturally, is speaking out against the new owners of Niman Ranch, the brand he founded more than 30 years ago.
Hell's Kitchen Recap 5.2
Last night was only the second episode of Hell's Kitchen, but I already feel disappointed by the turn of events: My favorite contestant went home. To hear what I thought of the show (warning: spoilers ahead!) and share your two cents, read more
Chipotle Appoints Niman Ranch Founder as Advisor
With its affordable menu, fresh produce, and appetite-stimulating burritos, Mexican chain Chipotle can’t get any better. Or can it? Yesterday, the casual eatery announced that it has appointed Bill Niman, founder of sustainable farm Niman Ranch, as its sustainable agriculture advisor.
PETA Releases Disturbing Pig Farm Video
Animal rights activists PETA, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, has released a highly unsettling, undercover video that shows the mishandling of pigs on an Iowa farm. Among other things, in the clip — which I couldn't watch all the way through — workers hit female pigs with metal rods and slam piglets on a concrete floor. The farm supplies pigs for pork giant Hormel, who has acknowledged the abuses as "completely unacceptable."
Let's Dish: Hell's Kitchen 4.6
Was last night's episode of Hell's Kitchen both the worst and best so far? The farmers' market challenge felt like I was watching Top Chef but the crazed teenage birthday party felt like I was watching My Super Sweet Sixteen. Did you watch?
Yummy Links: From Gordon Ramsay to Ethicureans
- Despite his potty mouth and over-the-top television showmanship, Gordon Ramsay really just loves the simple life. — Times Online
- Don't miss your chance to vote on the Jones Soda lolcats contest. — I Can Has Cheezburger
- The ELT Easy Green Living Wall will make for a fab outdoor party space.— CasaSugar
- Do you have what it takes?
All the News That's Fit to Eat — Mar. 12, 2008
- I love this trend: chefs are making things more personal by being the waiter, the sommelier, and the host, too. Plus, is it ethical to buy and sell restaurant reservations? — New York Times
- During the transition from Winter to Spring, soups and salads make great seasonal dinners.
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