Beth J. Harpaz
In this Nov. 15, 2017 photo pizzas are displayed at celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson’s new restaurant, Marcus B&P, in Newark, N.J. The restaurant opened Friday, Nov. 17 in Newark’s downtown Hahne building and is seen as part of a larger comeback effort for the city. B&P stands for “bar and provisions.” Samuelsson owns two popular restaurants in Harlem, Red Rooster and Streetbird Rotisserie. (AP Photo/Beth J. Harpaz)
November 17, 2017 - 10:33 AM
NEWARK, N.J. - Chef Marcus Samuelsson launched a new restaurant in downtown Newark, New Jersey, on Friday, called Marcus B&P.
B&P stands for "bar and provisions" but also draws on the Swedish concept of "back pocket," suggesting an informal, friendly spot.
The eclectic menu reflects African-American culture as well as Newark's Portuguese Ironbound neighbourhood and Samuelsson's ethnic background — born in Ethiopia, raised in Sweden. Menu items include corn bread, fried chicken, pizza, charred octopus and dorowat rigatoni. B&P also features locally made honey.
Samuelsson also owns two popular restaurants in Harlem, Red Rooster and Streetbird Rotisserie.
Marcus B&P is located in the Hahne (HAY'n) building, which reopened recently after being shuttered for decades. The building's renovation and the launch of Marcus B&P are part of a larger comeback effort for Newark.
News from © The Associated Press, 2017