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YOUR Hot Takes on Food, Restaurants, and Influencers!
Jeremy Jacobowitz
January 29, 2025
Hey guys! As you are reading this I am currently in the air on the way to JAPAN!!! Psyched to share what I’ll be eating there, content coming soon! But for today I am going through all of your hot takes on the restaurant industry, food, and creators with Alexa Santos aka @alexawhatsfordinner! Plus news on a wine bar opening up an all day menu, MUJI selling food for the first time in the US, and more! ONLY FOR YOU, merch is still on sale with this exclusive newsletter code “JAN12” for 12% off on JeremyJShop.com and that’s on top of orders over $75 now get free shipping! And we have BRAND NEW Honey merch! This shirt and coffee mug make me laugh so much, and the best part about it is that proceeds from every sale will be donated to Muddy Paws Rescue so more Honey’s can find homes!
HOT TAKES: Alexa Santos🎤
This was such a fun video to make! I don’t know if you all have ever responded a question from me more than “give me your hot takes…”! We only read like 1/10 of the ones you sent in, and some we agreed with, some we didnt, but all really gave us a laugh! Thanks again to Alexa Santos for helping me out with these, follow her at @alexawhatsfordinner to watch all of her recipes!
Here are some of my favorites of what you all sent in, but for the FULL PODCAST and our reactions to each, LISTEN HERE, and available anywhere podcasts are found “Let Me Tell You Why…with Jeremy Jacobowitz”!
Your HOTTEST Takes
“You can't be a true foodie and have never worked in a restaurant!”
“Neighborhood spots that locals have been going to for years, should never be shared online”
“Food Creators who eat on camera and react by only say "that's really good" or give a rating without elaborating...”
“You are all unoriginal clowns lol”
“Popeyes Chicken sandwich absolutley blows chick fil a out of the water”
“Most underrated food is gringo tacos. Hardshell, groundbeef sour cream, lettuce, and cheese”
“Tipping culture is out of control. Hot takes on when and if tipping is needed”
“Hot take- eating in cars needs to go away when reviewing”
CLICK TO WATCH
 Cora Cafe | The West Village wine bar Cora Cafe is launching a brand new breakfast and lunch menu! Alongside fresh pastries and breads, some of the standouts include a toad in the hole with grilled mushrooms and herbed cream cheese, cora dog with onion mostrada, camramelized onion mayo, sour cream and onion potato strings, and a mascarpone sweet cream coffee! |
 Moondog | From chef Einat Admony and Elon Admony of Balaboosta comes Moondog, a new cocktail bar and listening lounge in East Williamsburg. The menu is a mix of their Israeli and Middle Eastern backgrounds, with some Mexican influence. Think chicken shawarma tacos, brisket hummus with tahini, crispy shallots, pickled onions, and tortilla chips, and a jaffa old fashioned made with tequila, chocolate ornage liquer, and date syrup! |
 Muji Food Market | Muji has opened their first food market in the US at their 9th ave location! They will have Japanese treats like onigiri, curry bowls, an egg sandwich (HELLO), and teas! |
YOUTUBE
I have been DEEP into my research for my trip to Japan! Your suggestions have all been great, but I’ve been looping some of my favorite Japan youtubers to not only find more, but just get me in the mood for my trip! Some of my favorites include Abroad in Japan, Japan by Food, Japan Eat, Paolo from Tokyo, Tokyo Lens, and of course if I want ALL the feels I will turn back on Anthony Bordain episodes from there. Someone posted this clip from Parts Unknown the other day and it left me in tears Watch Here
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POLL TIME
Which Restaurant Should I go to Next? |
Happy eating everyone! Cya next week!