For delicious pastas and pizza in a no-frills, friendly neighborhood-vibed establishment; check out Avanti Cafe a few blocks away from The Boston Court Performing Arts Center for a wonderful evening of Dinner & Show.  With the wood fire pizza oven and the kitchen in the same room as customers, the smells of tomato, basil, parmesan, and garlic froth through the air making you hungrier than when you first walked in.

The 2016 Taste of Dine Originals was held at the gorgeous Franklin Park Conservatory for the first time this year, offering an exquisite backdrop for some of Columbus's finest locally owned, independent restaurants, wineries, breweries, and more. Also a first was a sold-out crowd, who filled the entirety of the facility without feeling overcrowded.  

Executive Chef, Brian Christman of Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steak House in New York City is in our 'Chef Spotlight.'

The Buckeye Ranch and Dine Originals Columbus will present their annual 'Taste of Dine Originals' for the first time at the beautiful Franklin Park Conservatory on Thursday, May 12, 2016 from 6-9pm. You don't want to miss this spectacular event, which will feature an endless array of foods, wine, beer, and spirits from the top restaurants in Columbus.

Check out our first roundup for great al fresco dining in New York City and stay tuned to Broadwayworld.com Food and Wine for more outdoor and rooftop dining suggestions.

Visit Ocean Prime in Midtown for a wonderful prix fixe pre-theatre, 3 course dinner from Tuesday to Sunday before 6:30. This chic restaurant and lounge also offers lunch, Happy Hour and a daily dinner menu.

There's an entire world of cheese out there, and you're still eating the same few all the time. Expand those flavor horizons.

Broadwayworld.com interviewed Mixologists, Gregory Lucas and Parker Boase of LIQUID LAB and The Attic in NYC.

Pompeian, Inc., the top importer and manufacturer of olive oil in the United States, is proud to announce that the Non-GMO Project, a non-profit organization, has verified a majority of its products.

Central Park's iconic eatery, Tavern on the Green, is partnering with several local establishments to create a truly memorable Mother's Day brunch, featuring a four-course gourmet menu and special gifts for Mom.

The Kentucky Derby is nearly upon us and Watermark Bar, the premiere outdoor drinking and dining location on Pier 15, is hosting the ultimate party for the whole family to celebrate the 142nd Run For The Roses on Saturday, May 7th starting at 12pm.

On Thursday, May 12 Michael Solomonov, Philly's James Beard Award-Winner, Best Chef Mid-Atlantic and owner of the highly acclaimed Zahav, will partner with Michelin-starred chef, Saul Bolton to produce an intriguing tasting of modern Israeli cuisine rooted in recipes from Solomonov's critically lauded book, 'Zahav: A World of Israeli Cooking' that just named Book of the Year at the April 25th James Beard Awards.

As the official Champagne sponsor for the Screen Actor's Guild Awards® for the last sixteen years, Champagne Taittinger, one of the last family-owned and operated grand marquee Champagne houses in the world, continued its long-time partnership with SAG-AFTRA on Friday, April 29th with a 'Celebration of Journalism.'

For a New Yorker (or any seasoned visitor), the age-old question remains this: where to eat before or after a show? Over the years, Midtown's food and drink culture has begun to deviate from its tired suits-and-steakhouses scene, ushering in a new wave of restaurateurs with a definitive downtown cool, changing the game with new attention to detail beyond the standard.

Try these Margarita recipes for Cinco de Mayo from two of the city's premier catering companies, Elegant Affairs and Sweet Hospitality Group.

Visit La Gamelle in New York City on Mother's Day for a delicious three-course brunch featuring live jazz from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. The stylish French restaurant is located on Bowery at Prince Street.

Delight everyone on Mother's Day with recipes from Fleishmann's Yeast, Karo Syrup, Shugary Sweets and Love From the Oven.

Unilever has announced 17 new treats to their lineup of frozen novelties just in time for your warm weather cravings.

Try Welch's Fruit 'n Yogurt Cherry. It's a perfect take along snack.

Check out Burger and Lobster in the Flatiron District of New York City. And now, they are offering a special brunch with their Lobster Benedict on Sundays from 11:30 to 2:00 pm.

Join up with New York City's premiere sailing company Manhattan By Sail, on Saturday, May 7th and Sunday, May 8th to watch America's Cup onboard the schooner Clipper City where you will enjoy great food and drink.

Visit Bull & Bear Steakhouse at the Waldorf Astoria for a great dining experience, gracious service in a stylish, welcoming atmosphere.

Meet Aldo Sohm, the Wine Director of Le Bernardin and Aldo Sohm Wine Bar in the heart of Midtown Manhattan.

In honor of the 500th anniversary of Reinheitsgebot, Treadwell Park, the hottest craft beer hall destination in New York City, invites customers to join Brewmaster Udo Schiedermair on his U.S. tour and taste the rare Radeberger Zwickel Pilsner on Saturday, April 23rd.

Broadwayworld.com interviewed Anna Castellani, Founder and Manager of Foragers in New York City.