Considering restaurant problems: Why are we forced to accept less-than-professional service?

By Ray Horsley My recent article “Why Cuenca Needs Uber” solicited a good deal of responses, even an entire article from one of Cuenca Highlife’s most prominent writers. With the same idea in mind, that being a minor touch which could improve the...

I left Britain for Brazil – for £800 a month we have a beachside house with a cook

I'm giving my children a wonderful childhood - no cars, no screens, a great community and we're surrounded by nature - but there are downsides too Around half a million people left the UK to live elsewhere in 2024, and it’s not just retirees. A...

The 16 Best New Restaurants Of 2025, According To Yelp

Some new restaurants take a while to find their stride, while others are going strong straight out of the starting gate. Every year, Yelp identifies the best new restaurants, based on customer reviews on its platform and an in-house trend expert....

Sticking To Tacos At Mexican Restaurants Could Be A Big Mistake. Here's Why

At any Mexican restaurant, many people simply order ground beef or chicken tacos. Whether they are the Americanized version with hard shells and shredded cheddar cheese or the more traditional variety on soft tortillas with freshly-chopped...

Inside The Caribbean Food Festivals Elevating The Region’s Culinary Profile—And How To Visit

Caribbean food will surprise you, more than ever at the many food festivals across the region that highlight all its unique origins and expressions. Puerto Rico Wine & Food Festival As warm weather fades and travelers contemplate balmier climates,...

Mexican restaurant called ‘Whitexicans’ in NYC sparks backlash among locals: ‘It’s very stressful in America right now’

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

New restaurant bringing 'something a little bit different and unique' to Nottingham

Chicken, Caesar salad, fries, corn and rainbow slaw at Cuckoo Marinated chargrilled chicken, fries, coleslaw, and corn on the cob... sounds familiar? You'll find them at Nando's, the peri peri chicken chain that has restaurants across Nottingham....

As ‘Whitexicans’ Restaurant Opens, Locals Protest The Name. Is It Racist Or Satire?

The store front for Whitexicans in New York. Courtesy: Instagram Before most New Yorkers have even had a chance to sample the chips and salsa, a recently opened Mexican restaurant in Queens, New York — called Whitexicans — has ignited a debate...

Portland Latin American Film Festival, Halloweentown, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, a haunted manor and more: What to do this weekend

Portland Latin American Film Festival and the Bauman's Harvest Festival — Portland’s weekend lineup is packed. Here’s what to do and where to go. PORTLAND, Ore. — Rainy fall days have officially arrived to the Rose City! October is in full swing,...

Barbacana brings unique offerings to downtown Houston

Houston native Christian Hernandez is no stranger to hard work, awards and accolades. Hernandez previously worked in two Michelin-starred restaurants: locally at March and previously at Contra in New York City. Last December, he opened Barbacana,...

Restaurant New To MD + 2 Stores Leave Mall + Historic Property Auctioned: MD Business

Posted Fri, Oct 17, 2025 at 5:52 pm ET|Updated Fri, Oct 17, 2025 at 6:10 pm ET MARYLAND — Business headlines in the past week in Maryland include plans by a major online retailer to hire thousands of employees in the state for the holiday season....

The Best Places for Island Hopping in the Caribbean — From the BVI to the Bahamas

There’s something about island hopping in the Caribbean that feels like pure freedom. It’s the ease of waking up on one island, slipping onto a boat, and finding yourself somewhere entirely different by lunchtime. The air shifts. The sand feels...

Popular Caribbean Eatery Taking Over Former Ruby Tuesday in Atlantic City

The Ruby Tuesday restaurant at the Tanger Outlets in Atlantic City has sat vacant at 2100 Atlantic Avenue. It was one of hundreds that have shut down around the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic. However it is set to have a new tenant in 2026. Th exterior of...

Chicago restaurants hurting as patrons, workers stay home due to immigration enforcement fears

CHICAGO (WLS) -- President Donald Trump's immigration operation "Midway Blitz" has been underway for several weeks, and the hospitality industry, especially restaurants in Latino wards, are feeling the impact. Gerardo Auza comes from a family of...

Veracruz restaurant swept to sea during flood comes ashore 570 km away

A floating seafood restaurant in Veracruz state has become an emblem of this month’s devastating floods after breaking free of its moorings and traveling into the gulf and hundreds of kilometers along the coast. From its longtime location on the...

Mexico’s first woman president balances continuity and change but pressure is mounting

As US president Donald Trump began his second term in January, Mexico loomed large in his crosshairs. Thousands of migrants a month were crossing the US border illegally from Mexico. Mexican cartels were smuggling huge quantities of the lethal...

Valladolid’s Hotel Mesón del Marqués on the Treasures of Mexico 2025 list

4 In the heart of Valladolid’s Pueblo Mágico (Magical Town), the Hotel Mesón del Marqués reaffirms its position as one of the emblems of Yucatecan hospitality by receiving the Treasures of Mexico Distinction, awarded by the Federal Ministry of...

Seattle’s Best New Restaurants

In a year of rising labor costs, rising food costs, and rising everything-else costs, some people still committed the ultimate act of optimism: opening a restaurant. They did it with ambition, with creativity, and more than a little improvisation....

The tourism Oscars are getting closer! Vote for Peru as leading adventure destination

Peru, a land of stunning geography, remarkable uniqueness, and extraordinary diversity, continues to attract travelers from around the globe, especially those seeking unforgettable adventure experiences. That’s why, Peru has been nominated for...

10 Unassuming Restaurants To Add To Your New Jersey Dining Bucket List

A restaurant doesn't need to look fancy to offer fantastic food. In fact, some of the best restaurants in New Jersey are easy to pass by. From historic diners to local Italian spots, these hidden gems are beloved by locals and reviewers alike....