Nikita Richardson

Brooklyn, New York

Senior Staff Editor, Food at The New York Times

editor at @nytfood // lifelong class clown // i write the Where to Eat: New York City newsletter

Articles

Josh Johnson Might Tell You a Joke, but He’ll Never Tell You a Lie

6 days ago | flipboard.com | Nikita Richardson

7 hours agoKevin James is a stand-up comedian, starred in the long-running sitcom “King of Queens” and the movie “Paul Blart: Mall Cop,” and played a lead role in the movie “Hitch” and many others. In recent years, he played a new, not-so-coveted role: the owner of a $14 million mansion that turned out to be …
Comedian Josh Johnson Talks 'The Daily Show,' Specials and More

1 week ago | nytimes.com | Nikita Richardson

"I think he goes through the world with authentic, natural curiosity," Stewart said. "Now, a lot of people do. He also has, though, the craft to be able to translate that natural curiosity and authenticity into real, viable content."Between the traditional quick hits - "Apparently, we got Jack the Ripper - some would say a little late." - Johnson manages to draw out much deeper observations, not unlike an orator minus the self-importance.
The Last of the Winter Salads

1 month ago | nytimes.com | Nikita Richardson

I'm not someone who usually seeks out salads in my daily life, mostly because I fear they won't be filling enough and, in part, because I think the greens that fuel the salad industrial complex - romaine, little gem, iceberg, subpar arugula - are so, so boring. But when I'm playing Nikita the Restaurant Writer, I always order a salad. This is usually my last chance to enjoy something "light" before the heaviness of the rest of the meal falls on me like a ton of delicious, buttery bricks.
Here’s what shoppers have been stockpiling to prepare for tariffs

1 month ago | timesfreepress.com | Nikita Richardson

It started with an anecdote from a colleague: A relative had bought four bottles of cognac in anticipation of higher tariffs on imported goods. The story got us wondering. With inflation rising again in January (the latest available numbers) and the Trump administration's implementation of tariffs, what might readers of The New York Times' Food and Cooking sections be stocking up on?
Some readers are stocking up to prepare for tariffs. Here’s what they’re buying

1 month ago | pressdemocrat.com | Nikita Richardson

Editor’s note: On Monday, President Trump said 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian imports will start Tuesday, with 'no room' for delay. It started with an anecdote from a Cooking editor: A relative had bought four bottles of cognac in anticipation of higher tariffs on imported goods. The story got us wondering. With inflation rising again in January and the Trump administration’s ongoing threat of tariffs, what might Food and Cooking readers be stocking up on?
Ridgewood Is a Restaurant Neighborhood

1 month ago | nytimes.com | Nikita Richardson

In a lot of ways, Ridgewood, Queens, reminds me of Philadelphia. (Giants fans, please don't @ me.) Let me explain: There's the narrow streets, which create this cloistered, deeply neighborhood-y feeling. It's broadly residential, teeming with a diverse mix of families, young working people and longtime residents - you have to look out for the businesses because they blend so well into the surrounding apartment buildings. And just like Philly, I'm always excited to spend time eating there.
Our Favorite Eras From 50 Years of 'Saturday Night Live'

2 months ago | nytimes.com | Alex Barron |Kate LoPresti |Wendy Dorr |Sonia Herrero |James Poniewozik |Peter Keepnews | +6 more

This week, NBC's "Saturday Night Live" celebrates its 50th anniversary. "It seems strange to talk about 'Saturday Night Live' as a single show that's been around for 50 years," says The New York Times's chief television critic James Poniewozik. "It changes with the times. Administrations come and go.
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2 months ago | nytimes.com | Nikita Richardson |Becky Hughes

50 Years of 'Saturday Night Live' Revisiting our favorite eras. By Alex Barron, Kate LoPresti, Wendy Dorr, Sonia Herrero, James Poniewozik, Peter Keepnews, Jason Zinoman, Alexis Soloski, Margaret Lyons, Dave Itzkoff, Nikita Richardson and Callie Holtermann Are You Stockpiling Food Items in Response to Tariff Concerns? We Want to Hear From You. We're interested in hearing from readers about the items they're buying in bulk to get ahead of anticipated price hikes on imported goods.
Are You Stockpiling Food Items in Response to Tariff Concerns? We Want to Hear From You.

2 months ago | nytimes.com | Nikita Richardson

"Tariff" is the word of the week. On Tuesday the Trump administration initiated a 10 percent tariff on Chinese goods, and steeper tariffs are set to take effect next month for imports from Mexico and Canada. President Trump has also threatened to impose tariffs on the European Union. Economists broadly agree that the costs of tariffs are passed onto the consumer.
Three Back-Pocket Restaurants for Last-Minute Reservations

Jan 16, 2025 | nytimes.com | Nikita Richardson

You have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load. Being the Restaurant Friend™ is a gift and a curse. Yes, I get to dine out to my heart’s content (pro), and I have the privilege of treating my friends and family to dinner on occasion (pro).