"NYC's Culinary Scene: Trends, Top Spots, and Surprises"

Critic Pete Wells released the New York Times' "100 Best Restaurants" list, with Tatiana retaining the top spot for the second year. Blanca, helmed by Victoria Blamey, secured the second position. Notable exclusions from the list include Ilis, Raf's, and Empellon. The list features 21 new restaurants, with Brooklyn leading with 18 spots. Additionally, 19 Michelin-starred restaurants made the cut, and only one pizzeria, Una Pizza Napoletana, was included. The list also highlights various cuisines, including Mexican, Chinese, vegetarian, Japanese, Indian, Korean, Italian, Vietnamese, and Thai.