The US Open’s signature Honey Deuce cocktail.Photo:Monica Schipper/Getty Images for Grey Goose
Monica Schipper/Getty Images for Grey Goose
Game, set, snack!
Tennis fever will soon return to New York City asfans descend upon the groundsof the US Open Championships to watch the world’s best players battle it out on the hard courts.
While catching all the live matches at the annual Grand Slam tournament — which runs from Aug. 28 to Sept. 10 at Flushing Meadows Park in Queens — visitors can also sample all the excellent foods and drinks offered during the two-week event. From bars serving exclusive cocktails to celebrity chef-run pop-ups to gourmet food stalls, there’s something to satisfy just about every taste.
US OPEN FAN WEEK
The celebrations start early with the return of theUS Open’s Fan Week, a pre-tournament kick-off with free and ticketed events to give visitors a taste of the upcoming tennis action. Events include the Stars of the Open — whereWimbledon and defending US Open champ Carlos Alcaraz, Elina Svitolina,John McEnroeand other pros will play in an exhibition match to raise money to help Ukraine relief efforts — and the annual Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day.
For food lovers,The Flavors of the US Openevent on Aug. 24 is the place to be. Guests can stroll around Louis Armstrong Stadium and taste some of the signature dishes that will be served during the tournament — and meet many of the celebrity chefs who created them. Expect to see culinary stars likeFood Network’s Alex Guarnaschelli, Kwame Onwuachi,Iron ChefMasaharu Morimoto,Melba Wilsonand more, along with tennis pros Bob and Mike Bryan, James Blake, Monica Puig and Caroline Wozniacki.Tickets for the Flavors of the US Openare available now.
Also on Aug. 24,Citi’s Taste of Tennis NYevent features a roster of celebrity chefs and tennis stars as well — includingChoppedchampion and chef of Brooklyn’s Baoburg Suchanan Aksornan and chef Sujan Sarkar of N.Y.C.’s Baar Baar. Taste foods from some of the most popular restaurants in the city, check out cooking demonstrations and keep an eye out for tennis stars like Venus Williams, Gael Monfils, Nick Kyrgios and others. Tickets for the event at Manhattan’s Gotham Hall are still available.
DRINKS
Cocktails.Grey Goose’s highly InstagrammableHoney Deuce drinkmay be as popular as the matches themselves. The tournament’s signature cocktail is a vodka-spiked lemonade mixed with raspberry liqueur, topped with three honeydew melon “tennis” balls and served over ice in a commemorative US Open cup. For something even cooler, opt for a Frozen Honey Deuce — a blended, slushy version of the cocktail. For those who can’t sip one in person, mix up a Honey Deuce at home with theofficial recipe Grey Goose shared with PEOPLE. New Yorkers can also order home delivery ofnew ready-to-drink canned Honey Deuces. The package includes four cocktail cans, metal straws and an insulated tote — just B.Y.O.M.B (Bring Your Own Melon Balls).
Gret Goose Honey Deuce cans.Courtesy Grey Goose
Courtesy Grey Goose
Aperol Spritz available at the US Open.Lex Gallegos
Lex Gallegos
Beer.Take a breather at theHeineken Red Star Patio Café, a 360-degree open-air sports cafe in the center of the tennis complex, that features screens for watching live matches and offers an assortment of food, drinks and beer — including the brand’s lower-carb and lower-calorie Heineken Silver. Concession stands and drink carts around the grounds will also be pouring Heineken original and their non-alcoholic beer Heineken O.O.
Coffee.For a mid-day or night-time pick-me-up, Lavazza will be serving up hot and iced coffee beverages like lattes, cappuccinos, espressos and other specialty drinks. For a cool boost on-the-go, grab one of their ready-to-drink cold brew cans in four flavors (classic cold brew, nitro cold brew, double shot with oat milk and cappuccino) at the Lavazza Cafe near the food village.
CELEBRITY CHEF AND FULL-SERVE RESTAURANTS
ACES:Joining returning chefs Ed Brown and Masaharu Morimoto, Kwame Onwuachi is completing the trifecta at the gourmet restaurant within Arthur Ashe stadium. Menu items include Onwauchi’s black bean hummus with berbere spiced lamb and sweet pickled sultanas, Brown’s crispy chicken wings with Cool Ranch Dorito sauce, and Morimoto’s selection of fresh sushi and sashimi.
Crown Shy:Yes, you can eat at a Michelin-starred restaurant at a sporting event. Chef James Kent’s downtown Manhattan hotspot will debut at the US Open this year, serving up match-friendly foods like their crispy chicken sandwich topped with lettuce, radishes and a spicy secret sauce.
NEW DINING IN THE FOOD VILLAGE
The Migrant Kitchen:Focused on providing meaningful opportunities for immigrants to showcase the cuisines and cultures of their home countries, the spot — which has four permanent locations in Manhattan — will offer a menu of Middle Eastern-Latino dishes, including their delicious hand-pressed empanadas stuffed with mushroom, spinach and cheese.
Side Piece Chicken:There can never be enough fried chicken! Try their spin on the classic fried chicken sandwich topped with purple slaw, pickles and buttermilk ranch.
source: people.com
