Here Are Five Places Where Hawaiian Poke Is Catching On In Fairfield County
Poke is the photogenic star of Instagram.
The modern food trend has also caught on in Fairfield County.
Not quite, but rooted in a traditional Hawaaiin sashimi dish, a poke bowl is layered with fresh, sushi-grade raw, marinated fish, often tuna or salmon, with rice and vegetables, then topped with a savory sauce, often like umami or spicy mayonnaise.
"It's popular because it is a very healthy food," said Yoki Lin, chef-owner of Poke House in Danbury, one of five places to try poke bowls in the area.
Poké House, 130 Federal Road, Danbury: Across from Stew Leonards, the Hawaaiin …
Fun, Healthy Treats On The Menu At Sweetberry Bowls, Coming Soon To Bloomfield
Sweetberry Bowls, an eatery specializing in fruit smoothie bowls, wraps and other healthy snacks, is expanding its New Jersey presence with a new store in Bloomfield, the company announced.
The restaurant, which has locations in Little Falls, Jersey City, Glen Rock and several other towns in New Jersey, says its most popular menu items include its signature acai bowl (frozen acai, bananas and apple juice, with three varieties to choose from) and its pitaya bowl (blended frozen papaya, pineapple and coconut milk, also with three varieties).
Other popular items include its green bowls (kale,…
Wappingers Falls' Heritage Celebrates Locally Produced Food, Drinks
Heritage Food + Drink, located at 1379 Route 9 in Wappingers Falls, is one eatery capitalizing on the growing local food movement.
“Heritage, simply put, is a celebration of New York and all things local,” reads the restaurant’s website. Boasting local and organic options with each and every menu item, Heritage thrives on fresh, in-season health foods.
Though Heritage is still a relatively new establishment, it has received its fair share of recognition. Hudson Valley Magazine named it “Best American Restaurant” and “Best Happy Hour,” offering specials seven days a week.
On the menu, you’l…
