Q2 brought another wave of national coverage for New Haven. From travel features and food stories to America 250 coverage, journalists continued to showcase the people, places, and experiences defining The Elm City. Here are some highlights from what ran:
Condé Nast Traveler spotlighted Bill Pustari in a roundup celebrating the people behind defining attractions across each state. The piece tapped New Haven’s apizza tradition, highlighting Modern Apizza, Frank Pepe’s, and Sally’s Apizza as the city’s iconic “holy trinity” and a major part of its claim as the nation’s pizza capital.
Matador Network followed a skeptical traveler’s trip to New Haven and his discovery of the city’s apizza culture firsthand. Guided by local expert Colin Caplan, the story makes stops at Frank Pepe’s, Sally’s, Modern, and BAR, tracing how New Haven’s coal-fired classics changed his perspective.
Parade Magazine spotlighted New Haven in a story about the top weekend getaway destinations across the United States. The piece highlighted Yale University, Frank Pepe’s, Louis’ Lunch, and ZINC’s farm-to-table cuisine, making the case for a city where iconic institutions and standout dining can fill a memorable short trip.
USA Today took a look at the places bringing America’s 250th anniversary story to life, with New Haven Museum’s special exhibits earning a spot on the list. The piece spotlighted Connecticut’s Revolutionary history and the museum’s look at the people and places that helped shape the nation’s founding.
Newsdayhighlighted New Haven in its roundup of book-themed hotels and literary escapes. The piece paired the Beinecke Rare Book Library with stops at Frank Pepe’s, Sally’s, and Modern, making the case for a getaway that moves from rare books to legendary apizza.
