Tag: deli

Fire burns through multiple Brownsville businesses, rattling locals

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Apr. 23, 2025 By Kirstyn Brendlen & Lloyd Mitchell An all-hands fire burned through multiple buildings and left several homes and businesses damaged in Brownsville on Wednesday morning.  The fire broke out in a deli on Newport Street between Saratoga Avenue and East 98th Street just before 10:30 a.m., according to the FDNY. Smoke…

Deadly stabbing at Brooklyn deli leaves man dead, suspect sought

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Dec. 17, 2024 By Lloyd Mitchell Brooklyn homicide detectives are searching for a suspect who fatally stabbed a man Tuesday morning at a deli in Brownsville. The attack happened just after 6:50 a.m. on Dec. 17 at the Mucho Loca Deli, located at 441 Sutter Ave., according to police. Officers from the 73rd Precinct…

Preserving Tradition, Embracing Innovation: A Journey through Katz’s Delicatessen

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May. 22, 2024 by Jill Carvajal In this episode of Schneps Connects, we delve into the captivating history and enduring legacy of Katz’s Delicatessen, a cherished institution in New York City since 1888. Jake Dell, the fifth-generation custodian of Katz’s, joins us to recount the deli’s evolution amidst the ever-changing landscape of NYC. From its iconic “Send a Salami to Your Boy in the Army” campaign to the traditional ticket system, Jake shares insights into the family business and invaluable lessons for entrepreneurs, especially in the demanding restaurant industry of NYC. He unveils some of Katz’s secrets, including the meticulous […]