The Alliance bridges the gap between the hospitality industry, government and the press.
The NYC Hospitality Alliance is the premier association representing and serving NYC’s restaurant & nightlife industry – more than 25,000 establishments and hundreds of thousands of workers that fuel the city’s economy, culture, and social life. The New York City Hospitality Alliance (The Alliance) is a not-for-profit association founded in 2012 to represent and serve restaurant and nightlife esta
06/03/2026
The FIFA World Cup is coming - and Queens restaurants can get ready now! ⚽
Check out the Queens Small Business "Celebrate Soccer 2026" Toolkit from Queens Chamber of Commerce packed with ideas and resources to help businesses make the most of this global moment.
🔗 https://www.queensbest.org/queens-tool-kit
06/03/2026
We're proud to celebrate Andrew Rigie being recognized at the 2026 Big Apple Awards Celebration!
This honor reflects years of work advocating for and uplifting New York City's hospitality and events industries, and the thousands of businesses and professionals who make our city vibrant.
🔗 https://www.ileanyc.com/event-details/big-apple-awards-celebration
06/03/2026
Big wins for New York City's hospitality industry! 🎉
The FY2027 State Budget included several Alliance-backed victories that will help reduce costs, support workers, protect independent businesses, and strengthen restaurants, bars, and nightlife.
✅ Certain wholesaler fees eliminated
✅ Dancing restrictions removed
✅ Temporary alcohol permits extended through 2027
✅ Independent businesses protected
✅ Tax relief for tipped workers
Thank you to everyone who helped make these wins possible. Together, we'll keep fighting for New York hospitality!
Read more: https://mailchi.mp/thenycalliance/industry-alert
06/03/2026
Elmhurst is one of New York City's most diverse and exciting food destinations - and Elmhurst Day is the perfect opportunity to experience it.
On Saturday, June 6, from 1–5 p.m., enjoy a self-guided tour featuring 34 restaurants, markets, food bazaars, and cafés serving flavors from Indonesia, Taiwan, Mexico, China, Colombia, Thailand, Tibet, Burma, Peru, Nepal, Malaysia, and beyond.
Along the way, explore local shops, cultural landmarks, and live performances while supporting the neighborhood's small businesses and immigrant entrepreneurs.
Come hungry, bring friends, and discover why Elmhurst is one of NYC's hidden gems. https://www.queenstogether.org/elmhurstday
Every great organization starts with a simple act.
In 1985, during the AIDS crisis, hospice worker Ganga Stone was asked to bring groceries to a man dying at home. When she returned the next day, she found the groceries exactly where she had left them.
Realizing he was too sick to prepare food himself, she brought him a hot meal instead.
That moment became the foundation of God’s Love We Deliver, which has spent the last 40 years providing medically tailored meals, compassion, and dignity to New Yorkers facing serious illness.
In this episode of Hospitality & Politics, President & CEO Terrence Meck shares the remarkable story of how one act of kindness grew into a movement.
Watch the conversation with Andrew Rigie.
🎥 https://youtu.be/iIhMT4Jozvk?si=VmJdzWF_7Es0g7D_
Restaurants are more than places to eat – they’re gathering spaces that help build stronger communities.
In this clip from Hospitality & Politics, Dr. Kira O’Brien of Emma’s Torch talks about how restaurants and cafes can create belonging, connection, and opportunity for both neighborhoods and new Americans.
From local PTAs to community events, hospitality spaces often become part of the social fabric of New York City.
🎥 https://youtu.be/cwgdkyhFDQI?si=UdXlW5Y7OFUJTtM_
05/29/2026
🪩 A major win for New York City hospitality, nightlife, and cultural expression!
The New York State Liquor Authority has eliminated the longstanding requirement that liquor license applicants disclose whether patron dancing will be permitted at their establishment.
This long-overdue reform builds on years of advocacy to remove outdated restrictions on social dancing and create a more modern regulatory framework for restaurants, bars, and nightlife venues.
We're proud to have worked alongside industry advocates to help make this change a reality.
🔗 https://ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/news/2026/05/29/n-y--state-no-longer-requesting-information-on-dancing-in-liquor-license-application
Hospitality can change lives – and strengthen communities.
In this episode of Hospitality & Politics, Kira O'Brien, DSW of Emma's Torch shares why workforce development for refugees, asylum seekers, and survivors is about more than charity. It’s about investing in talent, opportunity, and the future of New York City. 🗽
Emma’s Torch helps new Americans build careers through culinary training and hospitality, while supporting restaurants with dedicated, resilient team members.
Watch the full conversation with Andrew Rigie and learn more about how hospitality creates opportunity and belonging.
🎥 https://youtu.be/cwgdkyhFDQI?si=UdXlW5Y7OFUJTtM_
05/28/2026
💃 Today marks a major milestone for New York nightlife and hospitality.
The New York State Liquor Authority approved a new policy eliminating the longstanding requirement that liquor license applicants disclose whether patron dancing will be permitted at their establishment.
This long-overdue reform builds on years of advocacy to dismantle outdated restrictions tied to the discriminatory legacy of the cabaret laws and unnecessary government oversight of social dancing.
New Yorkers and visitors from around the world gather to celebrate, connect, dance, and experience the energy of our city’s hospitality and nightlife culture. This change helps modernize the regulatory framework and gives businesses greater confidence to create those experiences without unnecessary regulatory uncertainty.
We commend Governor Hochul, SLA Chair Lily Fan, and the Members of the Authority for taking this important step forward.
Read more: https://mailchi.mp/thenycalliance/2n3dbsfm5y-808
“New Yorkers are kind, not nice.”
One of the most meaningful moments from our conversation with Dr. Kira O’Brien of Emma's Torch was hearing about the hope, resilience, and community she sees every day working with refugees, asylum seekers, and survivors rebuilding their lives in New York City.
Hospitality has always been about more than food – it’s about people, belonging, and creating spaces where everyone feels welcome.
Watch the full episode of Hospitality & Politics with Andrew Rigie.
🎥 https://youtu.be/cwgdkyhFDQI?si=UdXlW5Y7OFUJTtM_