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Katz’s Assures You They’re Safe; Boulud on Buying Local

Katz’s Deli denies selling out to developers and claims it would take “like $50 million” for them to sacrifice the historic deli. [Villager]
Related: Mother of Mercy! Is This the End of Katz’s?

Daniel Boulud reveals his tips for stocking a global pantry, noting that buying locally is all relative: “You drive from Vermont or you fly from California, in less than 24 hours you get it.” [The Canadian Press]

Sort out the growing food-truck scene with this list of the trendsetters including Taco Truck, Dessert Truck from a former Le Cirque pastry chef, and Wafels & Dinges Truck serving “Soft and Chewy waffles or a Light and Crispy covered in powdered sugar, Nutella, strawberries, whipped cream, or maple syrup.” God bless the Belgian Ministry for Culinary Affairs. [Gridskipper]
Related: Taco Wars: Rockers Open New Front in Williamsburg

Hopes that Red Hook’s 360 was back in action after women were spotted carrying groceries into the basement have been dashed. “Red Hook Added Value farm worked out a deal with owner Arnaud before he split town to use his walk-in to store their produce before delivering to restaurant customers.” [Eater]

Even the Brits have caught wind of Serendipity 3’s gold-filled Frrrozen Haute Chocolate. We’re such crazy, gaudy Americans. [Telegraph]

With this handy guide, you too can produce a “homey but contemporary Thanksgiving meal in the Williams-Sonoma model.” [NYDN]

We’re not the only ones interested in the identity of the food personality looking for an unpaid intern. [Eat for Victory/VV]
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Katz’s Assures You They’re Safe; Boulud on Buying Local