"Here’s a great way to avoid any lingering family tension that might surface when you're all at the same table: Bring everyone to Hometown's barn-like space in Red Hook, and distract them with the best BBQ in the city. If anyone isn't into brisket and beef ribs, there are other options like a veggie bánh mì and smoked mushroom tacos. This place would get statewide praise even if it was located in Central Texas." - hannah albertine, kenny yang