New York City Hospitality Alliance

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New York City Hospitality Alliance 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 establishments throughout the five boroughs. Home to more than 24,000 eating and drinking establishments, employing more than a quarter of a million people, our industry is vital to the economic foundation and social fabric of New York City. We advocate for a fair and equitable regulatory environment that removes barriers to entrepreneurship and job creation. We seek to reduce unnecessary regulatory burdens, streamline the permit and licensing process, cut the red tape, and represent the industry’s perspective on proposed laws, regulations, trends and other matters impacting restaurant and nightlife establishments. Members of The Alliance gain exclusive access to operational guidance; up-to-date information on the ever-changing regulations and trends; invites to industry-only trainings, educational and social events; and, a suite of customized services to help their businesses save time and money. Restaurant and nightlife establishments that join the New York City Hospitality Alliance become part of our tight-knit community and ensures our industry is represented and served.

NYC restaurants and bars are facing growing economic pressure – and the latest employment numbers are a warning sign.Acc...
10/15/2026

NYC restaurants and bars are facing growing economic pressure – and the latest employment numbers are a warning sign.

According to the NYS Department of Labor, employment across NYC food services and drinking places declined by 15,100 jobs (4.7%) in September 2026 compared to a year earlier.

From rising labor costs and commercial rents to insurance premiums and inflation, the cost of doing business continues to put pressure on restaurants and bars across the five boroughs.

We need policies that make NYC more affordable to do business, protect jobs, and support the neighborhood restaurants and bars that are essential to our city's economy and communities.

10/15/2026
10/14/2026

Family recipes preserve more than food – they carry the stories, traditions, and history of generations.

On the latest episode of Hospitality & Politics, Andrew speaks with Amanda Dell of the Jewish Food Society about how one grandmother's journey across continents helped inspire the organization's mission to preserve Jewish culinary traditions and the stories behind them.

Watch the full conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FIO51iVivtA?si=nbJtST5npWi9citw

Also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

10/13/2026

New York City's restaurants do more than serve great food – they bring cultures, communities, and people together.

On the latest episode of Hospitality & Politics, Andrew Rigie speaks with Amanda Dell of the Jewish Food Society about The Great Nosh, a food and culture festival that brings restaurants from different culinary traditions together to collaborate on unique dishes.

Check out the full conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FIO51iVivtA

Also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

10/13/2026
10/08/2026

Running restaurants can demand a lot from the people behind them.

On the latest episode of Hospitality & Politics, Gabriel Stulman reflects on the importance of taking care of both his physical and mental wellbeing as he thinks about longevity – not just in business, but in life.

As Gabriel puts it, “I’m the engine.” That means making time for exercise, therapy, meditation and the practices that help him maintain balance while continuing to do the work he loves.

Watch the full conversation with Andrew Rigie now on YouTube, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. https://youtu.be/HFtK_FjDlno?si=qJO9imj1WeCNJxAv

Hospitality & Politics with Andrew Rigie returns for Season 2 on NYC Life!The NYC Hospitality Alliance’s weekly intervie...
10/08/2026

Hospitality & Politics with Andrew Rigie returns for Season 2 on NYC Life!

The NYC Hospitality Alliance’s weekly interview series explores the people, policies and businesses shaping New York City’s restaurants and bars through conversations with leaders across the industry and beyond.

Tune in for the Season 2 premiere on Thursday, October 8 at 10 p.m. on NYC Life, Channel 25.

https://www.nyc.gov/site/media/shows/hospitality-and-politics.page

10/07/2026

What makes a restaurant truly feel like part of a neighborhood?

On the latest episode of Hospitality & Politics, Gabriel Stulman shares his philosophy on the ingredients that matter – accessibility, a mix of reservations and walk-ins, a range of price points, and something harder to quantify: heart and soul.

Watch the full conversation with Andrew Rigie now on YouTube, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. https://youtu.be/HFtK_FjDlno?si=LnSD9zrg_zogcOWa

10/06/2026

The longer it takes to open a restaurant, the more expensive it becomes.

On the latest episode of Hospitality & Politics, Gabriel Stulman, founder of Happy Cooking Hospitality, talks with Andrew Rigie about the lengthy application and approval processes facing New York City restaurant operators – and how delays can turn into months of additional rent and carrying costs before a business ever opens.

As Gabriel explains, a liquor license process alone can take five to eight months.

Check out the full conversation now on YouTube, Apple Podcasts and Spotify: https://youtu.be/HFtK_FjDlno?si=Iu1HAkDffe0VR8yh

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