The folks behind tiny, popular Lahore Deli on Crosby Street have opened a restaurant in the old Pakistan Tea House space. Despite the name, the food tilts heavily toward Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh. / 1 comment
Plus: Progress at Au Cheval restaurant; a shipping service opened an office on Duane; Downtown Community Center benefit concert for hurricane victims; sorrel drink update; "Bull" shoot.
But Baluchi's has plans to open another restaurant in the neighborhood. / 5 comments
Baluchi's is indeed taking over the Pakistan Tea House, but they're keeping the name. The company sent word about what we can expect and when we can expect it. / 7 comments
While it's nice to have Baluchi's back, the loss of Pakistan Tea House is the end of an era. / 5 comments
Plus: Provocative designs for a hotel on Chambers; two World Trade Center towers put on a light show yesterday; Kiosk holiday pop-up. / 2 comments
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