In her highly anticipated hosting debut, Catherine De Orio welcomes Anthony Bruno, TR Youngblood, and Aja McClanahan who weigh in on Estrella Negra, Benny’s Chop House, and Tin Fish. See why we chose Catherine.
 

We will be featuring family-owned spots, hidden gems and long-standing institutions this season – another year of the Check, Please! magical mix. Since I eat out more than one should (I’m talking 6-7 times a week!), I was surprised at how many places were new to me. There have definitely been some additions to my personal favorites list. So, thank you to all of my guests this season as you all are what make Check, Please!

The changing of the seasons means an evolution in beverage preferences, and not just for pumpkin spice lattes. As cocktail cravings shift from patio-friendly quaffs such as mojitos and sangria to fireside fare, beverage menus change to incorporate warmer, spicier, and heartier ingredients.