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Students and restaurant workers view relaxed capacity restrictions as a sign of hope

By Michelle Levine Two days after Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan’s March 9 announcement that capacity restrictions on bars and restaurants would be lifted, Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks said local businesses will still face dining limits. Starting at 5 p.m. March 12, bars and restaurants in the county could operate at 50% capacity. Up from 25%, this change inspired hope for local businesses and … Continue reading Students and restaurant workers view relaxed capacity restrictions as a sign of hope

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The Hall CP rises to popularity amid pandemic

by Courtney Cohn The Hall CP, a restaurant, bar and event space in College Park, opened in January of this year and has skyrocketed in popularity since then, despite the challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.  The restaurant is located within walking distance for many students living on the University of Maryland campus. The Hall is also open seven days a week, with varying … Continue reading The Hall CP rises to popularity amid pandemic

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Ten Ren’s reopens after closure by health department

By Shruti Kumar  Much to the surprise of local bubble tea enthusiasts, Ten Ren’s Tea Time, a tea establishment just outside the university’s campus, was closed on Feb. 27 due to health code violations. The store reopened shortly after. Ten Ren’s is a Taiwan-based traditional tea company that was started by founder Lee Rie-Ho over 40 years ago. With a variety of teas and other … Continue reading Ten Ren’s reopens after closure by health department

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T-Swirl Crepes to open this week on Route 1

By Sara Chernikoff T-Swirl Crepes may be an unfamiliar name to most College Park residents, but this Japanese restaurant chain has expanded from New York City and will be opening in College Park this week. The restaurant, housed between Pho Thom and Mr. Smoke on Route 1, is the second location in Maryland and the 18th location in the United States, owner and business partner … Continue reading T-Swirl Crepes to open this week on Route 1

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The Original Ledo Restaurant: How a local pizzeria became a familiar franchise

By Morgan Politzer The Original Ledo Restaurant in Adelphi, Maryland, hasn’t changed a whole lot since Tommy Marcos Sr. and his business partner opened it in 1955. In 1976, Marcos’ son Tommy Jr. began working in his father’s restaurant, and continued to run the business after his father passed away in 2010. Marcos Sr. had no intention of ever selling his restaurant, and bought the … Continue reading The Original Ledo Restaurant: How a local pizzeria became a familiar franchise

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Terrapin Row residents anticipate arrival of Dunkin’ Donuts and other establishments

By Lyna Bentahar Six restaurants have signed leases for retail space under Terrapin Row, the earliest of which, Dunkin’ Donuts, is expected to arrive this spring. Dunkin’ Donuts specifically reached out to Terrapin Row to place a location on its ground floor. Guy Rudiger, the public relations specialist representing the donut and coffee chain, said the decision was largely influenced by the University of Maryland … Continue reading Terrapin Row residents anticipate arrival of Dunkin’ Donuts and other establishments

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Dining on octopus in College Park: Inside Kapnos Taverna

By Greta Easthom When your father owns a Greek diner, it’s pretty clear where your roots will grow. Before he could see over the counter, George Pagonis, “Top Chef” contestant and executive owner of Kapnos restaurants, was rolling dolmades and stirring tzatziki. This upbringing led him and his brother Nicholas to a partnership with “Top Chef” winner Mike Isabella that resulted in a series of … Continue reading Dining on octopus in College Park: Inside Kapnos Taverna

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