High Line Park Results in New Restaurant Row; Green Roofs Everywhere
Mere months after reports claiming the exact opposite, a new study suggests that living near a fast food outlet actually does not increase weight in children, and that living near supermarkets, with their fresh fruits and vegetables, does nothing to lower weight. Go figure.
[Science Daily]
A survey of airline food reveals that US-based airlines offer the worst meals. American Airlines, United Airlines and US Airways scored lowest, while Continental was ranked as serving some of the best meals, behind Singapore Airlines and British Airways.
[USA Today]
Wedding season is upon us and the trend among couples is to opt for a down-home approach to the menu. Grilled steak, sweet potato fries, and Rice Krispie treats are being served. But don't worry, New Yorkers, the trend is mostly an L.A. thing. For now.
[NY Times]
A survey by Green Roofs for Healthy Cities found that the number of rooftop garden projects grew by more than 35 percent last year. One such project is the roof at P.S. 6 on the Upper East Side, where vegetables and herbs will be planted next spring for the cafeteria.
[NY Times]
The High Line Park can boast its own Restaurant Row. Until the park opened last week, there was no continuity linking the restaurants that run alongside it. Now, establishments along Washington Street and 10th Avenue, like Craftsteak, the John Dory, and Morimoto, share a common ground.
[NY Post]
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