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Chipotle brings back a classic main meat with a tasty twist — plus a brand new side dish
Chipotle just brought back a fan-favorite dish, and diners have a new way to try it. The assembly-line-style chain just announced that Pollo Asado is back again, but with a tasty twist. For a limited time, fans can score the beloved dish, but with a new recipe — freshly grilled adobo chicken well seasoned with … Read more
Remember these classic foods that defined American dinner tables in the 1960s?
The 1960s marked a shift in American cuisine as international dishes gained popularity while the processed and convenience foods of the 1950s remained staples on dinner tables. C. A. Swanson & Sons introduced the frozen TV dinner in 1954, “marketing it as an easy-to-prepare, fun-to-eat meal, with a disposable tray that reduced cleanup time,” the Smithsonian National Museum of … Read more
Old school LA bar napkins from classic nightclubs are a nostalgic sip of a bygone era
A stash of decades-old cocktail napkins from Los Angeles restaurants and watering holes is transporting Angelenos back to a bygone era — and proves to be a souvenir worth saving. The colorful collection, believed to date largely back to the 1950’s and 1960’s, was recently discovered and shared on Reddit. “Found a small box under … Read more
This New York classic has returned from the dead with a sexy new look — and vastly better food
The area around Sutton Place has been a culinary dead zone ever since the beloved Irish pub Neary’s closed two years ago. Now, at last, the area has fresh life with the opening of The Derby Club in the former Neary’s space at 348 East 57th Street. The new spot from chef/partner Ed Cotton is not … Read more
Classic fried chicken chain has shuttered over 300 locations in the US — with the most closures in California
They’re flying the coop. Classic American fried chicken chain KFC has permanently closed a total of 44 restaurants across California from July 2025 to July 2026, according to a new analysis from search visibility platform Local Falcon. The chain closed 312 restaurants nationwide in the same period, representing a 7.6% loss in the chain’s national … Read more
Exclusive | Classic Hollywood dive where Tarantino wrote Pulp Fiction revealed as bar in ‘The Regulars’
It’s the bar tale that’s got Angeleno bookworms buzzing. “The Regulars,” a novel written by well-known voice-over artist Johnny Cosmo, is Los Angeles’ hottest read, telling the story of Jimmy Ruggiero, an East Coaster who finds himself in Hollywood after breaking up with his girlfriend in Boston. Every night, he escapes to a mysterious dive … Read more
How Paul Simon’s classic album ‘Graceland’ almost didn’t get made
In 1985, when South Africa was still under apartheid, a car drove into the black township of Soweto with an unusual passenger — one of the world’s most famous singer/songwriters — concealed in the back seat. Paul Simon had been invited to Soweto by Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse, a black South African pop star at the … Read more
Michael Thorbjornsen’s new girlfriend Charley steals spotlight during Rocket Classic win
American golfer Michael Thorbjornsen, 24, produced an insane surge in the final round of the 2026 Rocket Classic on Sunday at Detroit Golf Club, which earned him the first PGA Tour win of his career. Thorbjornsen entered the day at 11 under par; which, while solid, didn’t have him likely to win the tournament. Then … Read more
Classic California park bike trail adds much-needed extension through Mt. Tam wilderness
Cyclists are cheering as they can finally bike through the white-knuckle road segment through Mt. Tamalpais State Park in Marin County. The Easy Grade Trail, a 0.6 mile section, is now part of the Ridge Trail network, creating a safer trail experience through the scenic landscapes of Mt. Tam, as it’s known to locals. For … Read more
Universal Studios parks build haunted house attraction based on a ’90s cult classic horror
The Necronomicon is opening its pages at this year’s Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) and you’re invited to the cabin. Universal Studios is adding a new haunted house to its Halloween Horror Nights lineup, rewarding nostalgic horror-film superfans with an experience from the Evil Dead franchise. The series released its sixth film, Evil Dead Burn, on … Read more
McDonald’s customers furious to discover new hidden upcharge on classic menu item: ‘That’s really shady’
Mickey D’s diners were unhappy with this meal. McDonald’s has issued a temporary upcharge that has led to major upset among loyal customers. The beef began when a disgruntled customer took to Reddit to share that when they ordered a Happy Meal, they were charged an additional $1.79 for the fast-food chain’s current toy offering, … Read more
Batter up: Take them out to the ball park for a classic summer evening
No matter which baseball team you love the most, there’s nothing better than spending the day with your family at a ballpark. Here’s what awaits at five major- and minor-league stadiums in or around the Big Apple. Run the bases Grab a seat at a New York Boulders game in Pomona, NY, for nine innings … Read more
Taco Bell finally adds classic Tex-Mex item to menu — and customers couldn’t be more thrilled
Fajita fans can skip the sizzle — an embarrassment — with Taco Bell’s new drama-free Tex-Mex items. Gone are the days when the quietest person at the table fears the sound of crackling meats as the chain is “ditching sizzling fajita theatrics” by turning them portable. Now available for a limited time, the new Fajita … Read more
Two classic San Francisco bars hit the market for shockingly low price
San Francisco’s old-school nightlife scene is in for a shakeup — this time in the heart of the Mission. The Make Out Room and Latin American Club, two longtime 22nd Street bars that have hosted generations of drinkers, musicians and Mission regulars, have been put up for sale by longtime owner Martin Rapalski, according to SFGate. … Read more
Exclusive | The Post pits NYC’s mighty chopped cheese vs. Philadelphia’s classic cheesesteak in the season’s biggest playoff fight
As the New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers face off in the playoffs, the longtime rivalry is heating up off the hardwood and onto New York City menus. Some zealous Knicks fans have even gone as far as to “ban” the iconic Philly cheesesteak, while others are doubling down on New York’s humble bodega legend: … Read more
The road most traveled: Classic Route 66 celebrates 100 years of its iconic highway
Route 66, America’s most iconic highway, is celebrating its 100th anniversary, with revved-up parties and events stretching across the eight states it traverses. But be aware: There are tricks to getting your kicks on Route 66. Opened in 1926 and immortalized by numerous covers of Bobby Troup’s 1946 hit song “(Get Your Kicks on) Route … Read more
Nutella debuts first new flavor in 60 years — inspired by a classic combo
Nutella just launched its first new flavor in its over 60-year history, inspired by a classic combination. Nutella Peanut is here, marking the brand’s first new flavor since its debut, and it’s now available nationwide. The new spread blends the “unmistakable creaminess” of Nutella’s hazelnut-cocoa spread with the taste of roasted peanuts, creating a nostalgic … Read more
‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’ review: A euphoric NYC reinvention of a Broadway classic
Theater review CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL 2 hours and 25 minutes, with one intermission at the Broadhurst Theatre, 235 W. 44th Street. There’s a loud, pulsing party happening every night in Midtown. Bodies gyrate in a warehouse as the club beats nntz nntz. The neon outfits range from “Let’s Get Physical” to fully architectural while … Read more
‘Dog Day Afternoon’ review: Jon Bernthal’s Broadway play turns classic NY movie into a silly sitcom
Theater review DOG DAY AFTERNOON 2 hours,15 minutes, with one intermission. At the August Wilson Theatre, 245 W. 52nd St. There’s been a robbery! A new Broadway play starring Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss-Bachrach has stolen the title of the classic New York film “Dog Day Afternoon” and slapped it on a midseason-replacement sitcom. You … Read more