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Soon reservations may not be so easy to get

Tragically, some iconic restaurants have closed for good over the past year.  But with $29 billion in funding from the American Rescue Plan and more than a hundred million jabs in arms so far, better days may be right around the corner.  And some of our favorite dining spots may be well positioned for a roaring come back.

Read more in my Medium Post, Hope is Again on the Menu

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