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Stanley’s Tavern bought by Deer Park, McGlynns owners

Pam GeorgeCulture, Headlines

For four decades, the face of Stanley’s Tavern has been a Steve, not a Stanley. Steve Torpey went from managing the Brandywine Hundred landmark to owning it. But in July, Torpey turned over the keys to Newark-based Ashby Hospitality Group. “They took over the restaurant with my complete staff, all our systems, all our vendors—everything,” says Torpey, who is officially retired. Marc Ashby, …

Jeremiah Brooks, the chef of Hamilton on Main in downtown Newark.

Hamilton’s on Main goes pink to fund breast cancer research

Pam GeorgeBusiness, Culture, Headlines

The “Barbie” movie put pink in the spotlight. But the color had a special significance even before Barbie and Ken took a road trip into the real world. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and pink ribbons are the international symbol for the campaign. Inspired by the color’s popularity and meaning, Anthony and Jeremiah Brooks decided to create a Pretty …

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3 courses for $30: Newark Restaurant Week returns

Pam GeorgeCulture, Headlines

Newark dining spots start their annual winter Restaurant Week specials Friday, Jan. 20. Photo by Sasha Aber/Home Grown Cafe   Development in downtown Newark has turned the college town into a dining destination, and you can witness that firsthand during the 2022 Newark Restaurant Week, which runs Jan. 20-26. Participating establishments will offer three-course dinners for $30. The event has been …