Ripert Pulls Out of Philadelphia; Armagedd-It-On Party

THE RIPPER — Just a day after announcing that he was pulling out of Westend Bistro in DC, Eric Ripert now says that he is parting ways with 10 Arts in Philadelphia. Philly food writer Michael Klein reports that "a project in New York affiliated with his famed Le Bernardin required too much of his time." What is this new Ripert project? Do you know? Send that info to the tipline. Or else. [Philly.com via Eater National]

WEST VILLAGE — Rosemary's is hosting a tree-lighting ceremony tonight on the rooftop with Christmas carols and $8 glasses of mulled wine. The party starts at 7 p.m. [EaterWire]

BED-STUY — On December 20, Do or Dine and the Sound Liberation Front will host an Armagedd-It-On party at The Lab in Brooklyn. The party will feature a menu of apocalypse-themed food from Do or Dine, an interactive light installation by YesYesNo, and music by RubbleBucket and Super Hi-Fi. Guests can also donate to Hurricane Sandy relief at the party. Tickets can be purchased online. [EaterWire]

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