WILLIAMSBURG— Fork in the Road uncovers some new details on Zenkichi's new adjacent sake bar. It will be called Akariba, the owner explains, "The space is cozy and intimate. This will be a sanctuary in the middle of Williamsburg for unwinding in a relaxed, jazzy atmosphere." It should soft open in the next few weeks. [FitR]
TAX DOLLARS AT WORK— The Post looks into just how much city officials are spending at restaurants, caterers, and bars while the taxpayers foot the bills. [NYP]
EAST VILLAGE— Grub Street reports that DBGB will be closed tonight and tomorrow for dinner and for lunch tomorrow through Saturday because of an AC upgrade. [GS]