So here’s the thing – when I go out to eat in New York City, I’m going because I am a lazy human who hates people but still wants to be treated nicely.  Sound accurate? Good, because that sums up a good chunk of New Yorkers – we’re jerks, but

I see you come in and hear you say “We are 6 for food please” and know that, unless I point it out, it’s an 80% chance I’m gonna get a 5% tip, though when I point it out, it becomes a 35% that they will not tip..

Unions are necessary, especially in a place like NYC where we are still debating what a living wage is. It’s hard to imagine that workers at McDonald’s are making about $8.50 an hour. Local 100 is a Union that represents workers in restaurants, bars, delis, airports, and stadiums across New York City, Long

Summer in NYC is all about taking advantage of outdoorsy bars, rooftops, and our favorite summer drinks and cuisine: tacos and margaritas! For all of us who don’t have the time or money to go to the Hamptons every weekend, here is a list to make your Mexican staycation easy

Dear Parents: You may not be aware of, but when you walk into a restaurant with your beautiful baby in your paisley Baby Bjorn wrap or with your MacLauren stroller and your gracious host walks your six top over to your table – your servers eyes may scan the insides

Last week, I read a thoughtful article on this site by Jamal Frederick entitled “Tipping While Black- The Struggles of a Black Barman.” I encourage you to read it. It offers keen insight into the racial attitudes and discrepancies characteristic of tipped service work. It also reinforced the strong opinions

The service industry: where dick jokes never get old Living and working in the performing arts usually means I spend more time behind a bar, (or in front of one) then I do on stage, or sitting at a desk writing my masterpiece. In fact you can end up spending