"Unlike, say, Massachusetts Bay, New Haven lacked a royal charter from England, meaning it really was a startup — a scrappy, new, entirely independent company working out of a proverbial garage."

Explore New Haven like a local with The Chaser, a limited-edition passport to the city's best restaurants, bars, breweries, and cafes — crafted exclusively for Yale Innovation Summit attendees by Daily Nutmeg, New Haven's favorite local newsletter.

The Chaser opens with a brief history of New Haven that reframes the city as America's original startup — founded without a royal charter, bootstrapped on faith and ambition, forced into its first merger in 1662. It's a smart, surprising read that will make you see the city differently before you've set foot in a single restaurant.

Each of the 32 featured venues is offering a special deal just for you, from buy-one-get-one drinks to free appetizers and beyond. Simply present your physical book, get it stamped, and keep exploring.

Valid May 22–June 3, 2026. Pick up your copy at the Summit and start discovering.