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Graanmarkt 13: A White Facade, Three Floors, And An Open Door

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Graanmarkt 13: The home is the store; the name is the address.

Graanmarkt 13, a new and unique retail store in Antwerp, opened Saturday. Located in a residential building and neighborhood on the city’s tree-lined market square, Graanmarkt 13 is a store conceived as a home. In fact, it is a home. Proprietors Ilse Cornelissens and Tim Van Geloven live on the top floor of this stately, renovated row house. The first three floors comprise the store—a fully furnished “private” home open to the public, where everything—from furniture to decorations to clothing—is for sale. … more

Interview with John McDonald, pt. 2

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John McDonald at Lever House

If Humphrey Bogart’s Rick Blaine could be brought to life in modern day New York, he might very well be reincarnated as John McDonald. A dashing entrepreneur … more

Interview with John McDonald, pt. 1

John McDonald Portrait

John McDonald

If Humphrey Bogart’s Rick Blaine could be brought to life in modern day New York, he might very well be reincarnated as John McDonald. A dashing entrepreneur … more

Interview with Restauranteur Jonathan Morr, pt. 2

Jonathan Morr

Jonathan Morr

Bond St. Republic. Stand. It would be easy to call Jonathan Morr a restaurant visionary. But that’s only half the story. He was also the force behind APT, the forefather of such fixtures as Soho House and Norwood, and is the owner of the highly successful Townhouse Hotel in South Beach. We recently stole a moment with our friend and colleague to ask him about the secrets of his success.

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Interview with Restauranteur Jonathan Morr, pt. 1

Jonathan Morr

Bond St. Republic. Stand. It would be easy to call Jonathan Morr a restaurant visionary. But that’s only half the story. He was also the force behind APT, the forefather of such fixtures as Soho House and Norwood, and is the owner of the highly successful Townhouse Hotel in South Beach. We recently stole a moment with our friend and colleague to ask him about his secrets.

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Jonathan Morr’s Mainland Opens In Las Vegas

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Mainland_entrance

What does Las Vegas have in common with Asian restaurants? Luck! Jonathan Morr, the restauranteur who brought us NYC favorites Republic, Stand, and Bond St., … more

Breakfast at iCi

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While Fort Greene, Brooklyn has become somewhat of a destination for foodies, the area has maintained its local flavor. For neighborhood bistro iCi, “local” is more than a feel, it’s a guiding principle. Without using it as a gimmick, or even … more

Stand Nominated for James Beard Awards

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Base recognizes New York’s Stand restaurant for its top-notch burgers. The James Beard Foundation recognizes Stand for its excellence in restaurant graphics. Stand recognizes Base for having done its graphics. … more