SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — A celeb chef who partnered with the Metropolis of San Francisco to convey two new kiosks to Union Sq. has abruptly walked away from each of them, in keeping with studies. Tyler Florence, who starred on “Food 911” and “The Great Food Truck Race” on the Meals Community, opened the 2 Miller & Lux Provisions cafes in 2023 in a transfer introduced by then-Mayor London Breed.
Nonetheless, final weekend Florence stepped away from working the kiosks, proper earlier than the beginning of the NBA All-Star weekend, in keeping with a report within the San Francisco Examiner. In line with the San Francisco Chronicle, which additionally reported the story, a San Francisco Recreation and Parks official stated Florence determined to “move on” from the cafes.
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NAPA, CALIFORNIA – MAY 24: Tyler Florence speaks on the Williams Sonoma Culinary Stage at BottleRock Napa Valley at Napa Valley Expo on Might 24, 2024 in Napa, California. (Picture by Dana Jacobs/FilmMagic)
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The official, in keeping with the Chronicle, didn’t say why.
In September of 2023, Florence was given three-year leases for the 2 areas — one adjoining to Stockton Road and one other adjoining to Powell Road — with choices for 2 three-year extensions, Mayor Breed’s workplace stated on the time.
The Powell Road location showcased pastry and breakfast choices and boasted a espresso bar. The Stockton Road location was extra savory-focused with roasted rooster, “farm fresh” sides, artisanal cheeses, and beer and wine.
“Union Square continues to evolve, and we’re excited about what’s next. Miller & Lux stepped into the space with a pop-up during a critical time for the area, bringing energy and great food when it was needed most,” Deputy Director of Communications and Public Affairs Tamara Barak Aparton advised the Chronicle.
Neither area was known as a brief pop-up once they have been introduced. Florence acquired a $440,000 grant from town to improve and launch the 2 areas.
Following Florence’s abrupt departure, town recruited a “celebrated local baker” to supply pastries over the NBA All-Star weekend.
KRON4.com has reached out to Tyler Florence and to metropolis officers for remark. We have now but to listen to again.
