Chef Eric Ripert on requiring proof of vaccinations: ‘It’s not an easy decision to take'

New York City is the first city in the nation to require proof of covid-19 vaccinations for workers and customers at indoor restaurants, gyms and entertainment venues.
The executive order takes effect Aug. 16, but even before the mandate was announced, world renowned Chef Eric Ripert said his 3-Michelin starred seafood restaurant, Le Bernardin, would require its customers and staff to show proof of vaccination as the Delta variant spreads.