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September 25, 2026 I’m Bettina Makalintal, a senior reporter at Eater and the lead writer of this newsletter, though you’ll also find cameos from other members of the Eater team. Bettina Makalintal Welcome! Thanks for signing up for Eater Today, a daily newsletter about dining by and for people with good taste. I’m based in New York City but report on food culture nationwide, and with the help of my colleagues across the country, I’ll keep you posted on the latest trends and shifts in dining culture at large, whether it’s the renaissance of savory croissants or the rise of Filipino coffee shops. Here’s what to expect: Fresh dispatches in your inbox every weekday, with dining recommendations and observations from across the country, and the meals our highly opinionated editors can’t stop thinking about. Trend explainers, like why restaurant owners are suddenly so focused on chicken-centric concepts and why others are going all in on the “nostalgic tavern” aesthetic. Interviews with food-world legends like Alice Waters and Padma Lakshmi. And every Friday, a round-up of the biggest food news — and why it matters. Stick with us so you can have some talking points for your next dinner party or be the most in-the-know table captain at the natural wine bar with small plates (every friend group needs one, after all). PS! Here are some other Eater newsletters you may enjoy: Pre Shift: A newsletter for the industry pro — or aspiring pro (biweekly) From the Editor: Editor-in-Chief Stephanie Wu’s favorite stories from across Eater and beyond (biweekly) Eater Travel: Dispatches from the world’s culinary destinations (biweekly) This email was sent to you@example.com. Manage your email preferences or unsubscribe. View our Privacy Notice and our Terms of Service. Eater is a part of PMX Global, LLC, a subsidiary of Penske Media Corporation. © 2026 VM Publishing, LLC. All rights reserved.