Our group’s theme for the NYT project was “Change” or more specifically the overhaul of established systems. The theme resonated with many experiences the Baruch community, and the city as whole, has been faced with. The transition into autumn has brought about ubiquitous changes throughout the city. This year the city are electing a new mayor after having Michael Bloomberg in office for the previous three terms. For the people in this learning community, we are still adjusting to college life. From our politicians to our technology, we are seeing drastic changes in nearly every facet of our lives and perhaps even in ourselves.
My article is about a popular New York City restaurant, Tavern on the Green, being relaunched by two Philadelphia natives with no previous experience in this industry. Right off the bat, this is an unexpected situation for many reasons. How could an NYC symbols be passed on the hands of outsiders? The new co-owners are totally revamping the styles of the classic restaurant. They plan to make it more casual and less expensive to cater to a larger and hopefully more loyal crowd than it’s predecessor. Don’t let the new laid-back vision fool you, The co-owners have meticulously planned every last detail of their restaurant. The article follows them for an afternoon at a restaurant supply warehouse. You see them take into consider countless aspects of something as simple as a fork before they decide on a style that is worthy of their restaurant. The restaurant is set to open in January and will draw new faces in addition old patrons that are curious to see what the New York gem has become.
