Food | The Lo-Down : News from the Lower East Side

2-4 Clinton St. Photo by Mike Brown.

Min’s Market at 2 Clinton Street is Closing

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The signature dish at Cochinita. Photo courtesy of the restaurant.

Coming Soon: Cochinita Dos Tacos on Canal Street

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LES Bites: Help Wanted at Cochinita, Pop-Up Farms & Parties, Taste of the LES

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Photos courtesy: Hester Street Fair.

Hester Street Fair Returns April 26-27

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The original Max Fish is no more; Sweet Chick plans to open at 178 Ludlow St. on May 7.

Photos: Sweet Chick Moves into Former Max Fish Space

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Young's carrot plate. Photo by Kate Lewis.

Plant-Based Cuisine Pops Up; Young’s Restaurant is a Work in Progress

Young’s set up shop at The Old Bowery Station in March; it returns May 1-3.

One night last month, eager diners jostled for space …

Mission Chinese, 154 Orchard St.

LES Bites: Mission Chinese For Rent, Big Names at wd~50, Azul Closes, Jungle Birds Abound

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The cheeseburger and fries are classic diner style, served with creamy slaw and a half-sour pickle.

Follow-Up: Comfort Diner Owner Details Plans for Grand Street

Previewing the restaurant that’s coming to 399 Grand St. …

Rosette on East Broadway Tunes in to Local Tastes

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Rivington Street's Economy Candy started as a shoe and hat repair shop with sweets on the side--in 1937.

LES Bites: Economy Candy’s Next Generation, New Amsterdam Returns, Horseradish Season

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Brunch with a Mission: Eat, Drink, Help Homeless Dogs

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Ellen Kaye is the driving force behind Moscow 57; she also sings. Photo by Alex M. Smith.

Delancey Street Newcomer Moscow 57 is More Than a Restaurant

Here’s the thing about Moscow 57: It’s always a party, and you are always invited. …

Spotted at 76 Orchard St.: evidence of a new tenant

LES Bites: O Cha Do Ramen Coming to 76 Orchard, $135 Spam, Lobster Pound Now Open

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Arepas and patacones are heading for Essex Street. Photo via Patacon Pisao's Facebook page.

LES Bites: Patacon Pisao Opening, Max Fish Details Emerge

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Pies 'n' Thighs' crew is known for their chicken biscuits, sandwiches and pies, but they also make doughnuts.

Follow-up: Pies ‘n’ Thighs Owner Details Plan for LES Expansion

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