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Epicurean Expeditions

Exploring Food and Travel Delights

Take a culinary journey with Victor Jung as he explores the latest restaurant, cocktail lounge, and hotel openings in your favorite city or vacation destination. Victor has spent over 20 years in the food & beverage and hospitality sector. Starting from his roots at his relative’s restaurants and bars, he learned all aspects of front-of-the-house and back-of-the-house operations at a young age. Victor is not a classically trained chef or mixologist but developed his style and technique under some of the leading chefs and mixologists in the business.

As one of the founders of The Line Group, Victor has owned, operated, and consulted with many leading hospitality companies since his entrance into the field in 2005. Known as the multiple concept operator behind the highly acclaimed Sons of Essex, Rochelles, Casa Bocado, Escondido, Raven, Opus, and 205 Club in Manhattan’s Lower East Side, Nolita, and Meatpacking district.

Each week, Victor will highlight the Top food and drink destinations in the New York City Metro area and his travels to your favorite vacation destination in the United States, Caribbean, Europe, Asia, and Mexico. You will get the pleasure of seeing these iconic culinary destinations firsthand.

So let your eyes and mind build your appetite as you get the latest updates on the recent food and cocktail trends.

Fast-Casual Dining in Manhattan

Fast-Casual Dining in Manhattan

Manhattan boasts some of the finest fast-casual restaurants in all of New York City. These restaurants make it possible to enjoy a tasty meal on the go that’s excellent in both quality and portion size. Here are five of Manhattan’s top fast-casual restaurants. Burger...

5-Star Meals You Can Cook at Home

5-Star Meals You Can Cook at Home

We've all had that time of day where we just crave a good, restaurant-quality meal, but either don't have the time or cash to eat out at a restaurant to sit down and enjoy a stress-free evening. But, do not worry. The following restaurant-quality recipes you will find...

NYC Restaurants Perfect for Dining with a Group

NYC Restaurants Perfect for Dining with a Group

New York City is known for its fabulous restaurants that serve everything from classic American to exotic international cuisines. Many of the city’s top restaurants are also perfect for large groups looking for a night out with family or friends. These five...

6 Coney Island Restaurants to Check Out

6 Coney Island Restaurants to Check Out

Coney Island in southwestern Brooklyn has long been considered a hotspot for traditional boardwalk food and casual restaurants. The following are some of the best options for first-time visitors.  1) Totonno's Coney Island - Since 1924, Totonno's has been serving up...

Dining in JFK Airport

Dining in JFK Airport

No matter what terminal you may be flying out of at JFK Airport in Queens, New York, rest assured there are some fantastic food choices awaiting you should you have a longer wait than normal. Here is a quick and easy guide to give you some of the best restaurants...

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