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Mimi Sheraton, the former New York Times restaurant critic and food writer, passed away at the age of 97. Her writing was characterized by a wide range of interests, sharp observations, and delectable prose. She was also an accomplished home cook, and some of her most popular recipes are available on New York Times Cooking. Her trove of reviews, stretching back to the 1970s, offers an armchair history of New York restaurants.
Mimi Sheraton, the influential food writer and longtime restaurant critic for the New York Times, has died at the age of 97. She was known for her sharp opinions and depth of reporting, and was the first female restaurant critic to use disguises and fake names for reservations. Sheraton published 16 books and travel guides, including The Bialy Eaters, which explores Jewish and New York food culture. She remained active on Twitter until 2021, sharing her unflinching opinions on food and taking editors and writers to task.