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Restaurants Really Can Determine the Fate of Cities and Neighborhoods
A new survey shows how much food influences the vibrance of urban centers.
The way to an urbanite’s heart is through his stomach, apparently.
A new study released today by planning and design firm Sasaki Associates found that food is a major driver of the American urban experience: Eighty-two percent of urbanites appreciate their city’s culinary offerings, and a new restaurant is the top reason nearly half of those surveyed would venture out to explore different parts of their city. The majority of city residents also consider food and restaurants to be the most outstanding aspect of cities they love to visit.