New York Times Square Crossroads May Start Providing Food Services
Kyle Farquharson — April 1, 2011 — Lifestyle
References: slashfood & nydailynews
According to the New York Daily News, a new proposal from the Times Square Alliance would see the world-renowned New York Times Square crossroads become a restaurant...among other things, of course.
"It's part of our notion of trying to re-imagine what Times Square can be," said Tim Tompkins, President of the Times Square Alliance, a private non-profit organization that provides maintenance and security in the area. The alliance is currently inviting candidates from among local restaurants, caterers and food delivery enterprises to bid for the opportunity to distribute fare to over 100 tables.
Ultimately, Tompkins says he would like to see a menu that offers a sampling of cuisine from several local establishments at the New York Times Square interchange. If city councilors bite on the proposal, proceeds will offset the cost of rubbish removal along a stretch of Broadway that has been closed to vehicular traffic since last year.
Photo Credits:
Dave Kilman Flickr | Special KRB Flickr
"It's part of our notion of trying to re-imagine what Times Square can be," said Tim Tompkins, President of the Times Square Alliance, a private non-profit organization that provides maintenance and security in the area. The alliance is currently inviting candidates from among local restaurants, caterers and food delivery enterprises to bid for the opportunity to distribute fare to over 100 tables.
Ultimately, Tompkins says he would like to see a menu that offers a sampling of cuisine from several local establishments at the New York Times Square interchange. If city councilors bite on the proposal, proceeds will offset the cost of rubbish removal along a stretch of Broadway that has been closed to vehicular traffic since last year.
Photo Credits:
Dave Kilman Flickr | Special KRB Flickr
Trend Themes
1. Curated Cuisine - The proposal to offer a sampling of cuisine from several local establishments at the New York Times Square interchange presents an opportunity for curated food experiences.
2. Intersection Dining - Transforming the Times Square crossroads into a restaurant area creates a unique dining experience at the bustling intersection, introducing a new trend in urban dining.
3. Integrated Food Services - The integration of food delivery enterprises, caterers, and local restaurants in providing food services at Times Square showcases the potential for integrating different food-related businesses in a single location.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality - The hospitality industry can explore partnerships and opportunities to provide innovative dining experiences at iconic urban intersections like Times Square.
2. Food Delivery - Food delivery industry players can bid for the opportunity to distribute fare to over 100 tables, tapping into a new location and target audience for their services.
3. Urban Development - Urban development organizations can consider incorporating food services as part of their revitalization plans for urban areas, providing new attractions and revenue streams.
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