In Astoria's popular Vida Steakhouse , the knives are being sharpened for a crossing of the East River, as the modern steakhouse will open a flagship location in Midtown West at 511 9th Ave.
Brett Llenos Smith is a freelance writer with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and over a decade of experience covering the food and beverage industry. His work often explores topics such as chain restaurants, beverage production, and urban development, with a particular focus on highlighting voices from underrepresented communities. Brett's writing has been featured in Tasting Table, NewsBreak, whatnow.com, and Yahoo News.












