"25 Years of N.Y.C. Dining" is a comprehensive look at influential trends, landmark moments, and iconic restaurants that have shaped New York City's culinary scene over the past quarter-century. It highlights significant shifts such as the introduction of molecular gastronomy, the upscale burger movement, groundbreaking restaurants like Momofuku Ssam Bar and Masa, the influential rise of food blogs, the tipping debate sparked by Danny Meyer, and the impacts of events like 9/11, Hurricane Sandy, and the COVID-19 pandemic on the city's dining culture. Among these influential stories, Semma stands out as a restaurant under the Unapologetic Foods group, known for revolutionizing the perception of Indian cuisine in New York. Located in the West Village and led by chef Vijay Kumar, Semma offers vibrant South Indian dishes characterized by the liberal use of coconut, mustard seeds, and chiles. Particularly celebrated is their expertly crafted dosa, noted for its crisp, ghee-enhanced edges and flavorful, fiery gunpowder spice. Semma's success signifies the broader shift towards embracing diverse, region-specific culinary traditions, asserting that authentic cuisines are inherently refined and significant without alteration or adaptation.