Newark Airport Gets All-Vegetarian Restaurant, Amanda Cohen To Helm

NEWARK, NJ — For those who quake at the sight of airport Burger Kings and McDonald’s, there is now a much-needed respite at Newark Liberty International Airport.

On Wednesday, United Airlines announced that contributors to the new all-vegetarian “Thyme” restaurant – part of a $120 million “reimagining” of Terminal C – will include chef Amanda Cohen, known for her award-winning vegetarian restaurant Dirt Candy.

“I am thrilled to partner with OTG and United Airlines to bring the vegetarian recipes I love so much to a wide range of travelers at United’s Terminal C at Newark Liberty International Airport”, said Chef Amanda Cohen. “This is an exciting, unique opportunity to expand vegetable-focused cuisine to a wide range of international travelers.”

According to a company news release, the menu will include Braised Shitake Mushroom, Grilled Romanesco Steak featuring cashew and creamed kale, Purple Yam Fried “Rice” with kimchi, Grilled Orange Carrot, Pan-Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Sunchoke Ratatouille.

The design of Thyme was led by the David Mexico Design Group. Design partners include David Rockwell of the Rockwell Group, Jun Aizaki of Crème Designs, David Mexico of David Mexico Design Group and Andrew Cohen and Jeremy Levitt of Parts and Labor Design.

“We’re thrilled to welcome a vegetarian-friendly option in Thyme to Terminal C,” said Gavin Molloy, United’s vice president of corporate real estate.

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Photos via Michael Marchese (OTG Experience)

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