Even if it’s not something out of a sci-fi thriller, restaurateurs and diners alike see something almost unfair about the arrival of the cicadas after a year in which restaurants had to contend with a pandemic that shuttered many establishments for good and forced others to switch to takeout models. Patio dining has taken on an increased importance, with many restaurants turning parking lots, sidewalks and abutting streets into extra dining room. The addition of thousands of bugs into the mix feels like the creepy-crawly icing on the cake.

Source: Washington Post May 11, 2021 14:03 UTC