In this episode of Ghost Kitchen, we visit the legendary Rao’s in East Harlem, NY. A favorite haunt of celebrities, politicians, and professional athletes, Rao’s is known as one of the most exclusive restaurants in the world. But since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, co-owner Ron Straci and Executive Chef Dino Gatto have been offering meals to-go — making their iconic Southern Italian dishes now accessible to anyone craving meatballs and red sauce (with a side helping of NYC history, of course).
Thrillist Ghost Kitchen kicks off its stellar lineup of 10 restaurants with Rao’s, the legendary East Harlem eatery. From December 9 to April of 2021, in partnership with Zuul, the expert in ghost kitchen systems and technology, Thrillist will team up with 10 landmark restaurants in NYC to offer delivery of their iconic and most exclusive dishes. And because of all of the financial hardships restaurants have already endured this year, Thrillist will cover all costs including food, labor, packaging, and delivery.
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With social distancing becoming the new norm, restaurants still remain an essential part of our community. Whether it’s pivoting to pick-up and delivery or lending a helping hand to those in need, these businesses are adapting with the times. Thrillist’s new show ‘Ghost Kitchen’ spotlights how these restaurants are changing and bringing people together, giving us a first hand perspective on how these establishments are serving a new purpose beyond just food.
CREDITS:
Senior Creative
Jake Rasmussen
Development Producer
Wil Fulton
Senior Photographer
Cole Saladino
Animator
Danna Windsor
Editor
Michael Kutsch
Camera Operator
Doug Camberis
Production Coordinator
Myra Rivera
Line Producer
Emily Tufaro
Post Production Supervisor
Daniel Byrne
Director of Development
Leo Fernandez
Creative Director
Audra Pace
Integrated Marketing Manager
Matthew Kestenbaum
Head of Video
Jim D’Amico
Chief Content Officer
Meghan Kirsch
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