Interview with Thong Leng of Artara Coffee
Artara Coffee, New York City’s first Cambodian Coffee Shop, opened in August 2025 at 214 East 82nd Street. Thong and Lynn Leng, the husband and wife duo behind Artara, named the shop after their daughter. That personal, family touch is part of how they run their business, and part of
Interview with Zura Alavidze of Oda House
At Oda House (406 East 73rd Street), one of the first Georgian restaurants in Manhattan, Michelin-recognized chef Maia Acquaviva and co-owner Zura Alavidze offer traditional Georgian food and wine, showcasing tastes and techniques that have been passed down for generations. When it comes to food, Zura nods to his grandmother: