Yonkers To Celebrate Annual Downtown Restaurant Week: These Eateries Participating Yonkers To Celebrate Annual Downtown Restaurant Week: These Eateries Participating Yonkers To Celebrate Annual Downtown Restaurant Week: These Eateries Participating
Yonkers To Celebrate Annual Downtown Restaurant Week: These Eateries Participating Foodies who are always on the lookout for new restaurants and dishes to try may want to take advantage of an upcoming annual downtown restaurant week to be held by a city in Westchester.  The 2024 Yonkers Downtown Restaurant Week, organized by the Yonkers Downtown/Waterfront Business Improvement District (YDWBID), will be held from Monday, Feb. 19 to Sunday, March 10, officials announced.  During the week-long event, the 15 participating restaurants will offer a $20 2-course Lunch; a $45 3-course Dinner; and a $55 3-course second dinner tier for either dine-in or takeout.&nbs…
Well-Loved CT Restaurant Announces Closure: 'We Will Miss You' Well-Loved CT Restaurant Announces Closure: 'We Will Miss You' Well-Loved CT Restaurant Announces Closure: 'We Will Miss You'
Well-Loved CT Restaurant Announces Closure: 'We Will Miss You' A popular Italian eatery in Connecticut has announced that it will soon be closing for good.  Lena's Italian Kitchen, located in Hartford County at 206 West Center St. (Route 502) in Manchester, announced on social media that it would be open for its last day of business on Saturday, Jan. 20.  The owners, who ran the restaurant for a decade after taking it over from the past managers, cited medical reasons as the explanation for the closure.  "Our family has thoroughly enjoyed serving our customers and making many new friends in the community over the last 10 years," the own…
This Harrison Eatery Named As One Of Best Restaurants In Suburbs By Forbes: Report This Harrison Eatery Named As One Of Best Restaurants In Suburbs By Forbes: Report This Harrison Eatery Named As One Of Best Restaurants In Suburbs By Forbes: Report
This Harrison Eatery Named As One Of Best Restaurants In Suburbs By Forbes: Report An Italian restaurant in Westchester with a classic diner setting has been named one of the best eateries in the suburbs in a new report by Forbes.  Trattoria Vivolo, located in Harrison at 301 Halstead Ave., was recognized as one of the "best Italian restaurants in the 'burbs" by Forbes in a report on Tuesday, Jan. 9. In its write-up, the outlet praised several of the restaurant's menu items, including the polenta con funghi, the Eggplant rollatine, as well as the baccalà.  Forbes also highlighted several of the restaurant's pasta dishes such as the lasagna al for…
‘Memories Of Grandma’s’: New Pizzeria On Long Island Has People Talking ‘Memories Of Grandma’s’: New Pizzeria On Long Island Has People Talking ‘Memories Of Grandma’s’: New Pizzeria On Long Island Has People Talking
‘Memories Of Grandma’s’: New Pizzeria On Long Island Has People Talking A new pizzeria on Long Island is delighting diners and sparking plenty of conversation online. L’uccello Pizza & Italian Fare – located in Greenlawn at 112 Broadway – opened in October 2023 under the direction of owner and chef James Tchinnis. In addition to a number of salads, appetizers, and pasta dishes, the restaurant’s menu boasts over a dozen types of pizza. Among the more creative offerings is the New England Clam Chowder, made with fingerling potatoes, bacon, chowder sauce, red pepper flakes, oyster crackers, and littleneck clams still in their shells. “Soooo good!” Kerrie Sha…
New Hudson Valley Restaurant Serves Up Sandwiches Made With Pizza Dough New Hudson Valley Restaurant Serves Up Sandwiches Made With Pizza Dough New Hudson Valley Restaurant Serves Up Sandwiches Made With Pizza Dough
New Hudson Valley Restaurant Serves Up Sandwiches Made With Pizza Dough Open for a month, a hot new Italian gastropub in the Hudson Valley is quickly making a name for itself with foodies and online reviewers with plenty of five-star reviews. Spettro, (ghost in Italian) located in Dutchess County, is not your usual pizza joint. Nestled at 44 Lagrange Ave., in Poughkeepsie, visitors will know the difference the minute they walk in by the atmosphere of the restaurant, Sure they serve pizzas and sandwiches, but they also offer upscale pasta dishes for dinner and Sunday brunch. They are also quickly becoming known for their unique "pillowy-type" sandwiches called p…
'Beyond Words Delicious': Intimate Long Island Restaurant Opens To Rave Reviews 'Beyond Words Delicious': Intimate Long Island Restaurant Opens To Rave Reviews 'Beyond Words Delicious': Intimate Long Island Restaurant Opens To Rave Reviews
'Beyond Words Delicious': Intimate Long Island Restaurant Opens To Rave Reviews An Italian restaurant featuring homemade pasta dishes and honoring cuisine from a region in northern Italy has opened to rave reviews. Gioia (which is Italian for “joy”) opened in Oyster Bay on Saturday, Dec. 9. “At Gioia, we believe that joy & pasta should be shared around the table, often and with love,” the restaurant’s website states – and tucked away at 94 South Street, Gioia’s cozy interior blends perfectly with the made-with-love vibe of its food, which celebrates the Emilia-Romagna region. “Legend. Drop the [mic],” wrote Mike T. of Oyster Bay on the eatery’s Yelp page. “Lov…
Greenwich Eatery Featuring Homemade Pasta Opens Second Restaurant In Westport Greenwich Eatery Featuring Homemade Pasta Opens Second Restaurant In Westport Greenwich Eatery Featuring Homemade Pasta Opens Second Restaurant In Westport
Greenwich Eatery Featuring Homemade Pasta Opens Second Restaurant In Westport Homemade pasta, exotic sauces, and impeccable presentation are just a few reasons a relatively new Fairfield County restaurant is creating a buzz in the foodie world. Il Pastaficio, located in Westport, is off to a strong start since opening its second location last year -- and was remodeled this year -- where you won't find your typical spaghetti and meatballs. The flagship II Pastaficio is located in Greenwich in the Cos Cob neighborhood. Known for its homemade pasta made fresh daily with flour from Italy, II Pastaficio also appeared on "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives," one of the few in t…
'Very Difficult Decision': Italian Restaurant In Capital Region Closing After 2 Years 'Very Difficult Decision': Italian Restaurant In Capital Region Closing After 2 Years 'Very Difficult Decision': Italian Restaurant In Capital Region Closing After 2 Years
'Very Difficult Decision': Italian Restaurant In Capital Region Closing After 2 Years Yet another restaurant in the region is ending the year on a sour note. Belt Line 3, located in Albany at 340 Hamilton Street, will permanently close on Friday, Dec. 29, owner Angela Carkner announced on Facebook. “It was a very difficult decision to make. We were so proud to revitalize an empty space in Hudson Park/Center Square and breathe life into it again,” Carkner said.  “We have loved meeting you all, hosting your big life events and especially enjoyed the new customer relationships that have turned into friendships.” View this post on Instagram …
'Iconic' North Jersey Restaurant Closing After 60 Years 'Iconic' North Jersey Restaurant Closing After 60 Years 'Iconic' North Jersey Restaurant Closing After 60 Years
'Iconic' North Jersey Restaurant Closing After 60 Years A popular Italian restaurant in North Jersey is closing after 60 years in business. The last day of business for Miele's Restaurant, located at 125 Bloomfield Ave., in Verona, will be on Sunday, Dec. 24, owner Steve Amadeo announced on Facebook. Posted by Steve Amadeo on Thursday, December 21, 2023 Miele's was founded by Tom and Rose Miele in 1954 before turning over the restaurant to Joann Amadeo, who began working there as a waitress in 1967. Steve Amadeo, Joann's son, has been running the place alongside his wife Leonor, but announced his retirement last week.  At the…
'Best Foodie Spot' Found At This Long Island Restaurant, Online Reviewers Say 'Best Foodie Spot' Found At This Long Island Restaurant, Online Reviewers Say 'Best Foodie Spot' Found At This Long Island Restaurant, Online Reviewers Say
'Best Foodie Spot' Found At This Long Island Restaurant, Online Reviewers Say If you’re looking for a meal to remember, don’t miss this Long Island hotspot. Maroni Cuisine, located in Northport at 18 Woodbine Avenue, garnered the most recommendations in a post on the Long Island Restaurant Group Facebook page asking where to find the “best foodie spot on Long Island.” “I’m thinking tasting menu or unique experience,” Patty Ann, of Babylon, said in her post Saturday, Dec. 16. Nearly 150 of her fellow foodies came to Ann’s aid, offering up their favorite Long Island dining spots serving up that something extra. Of course, there were a few wisecrackers in the comment…
Mariah Carey Stops By Boston Restaurant After Concert Mariah Carey Stops By Boston Restaurant After Concert Mariah Carey Stops By Boston Restaurant After Concert
Mariah Carey Stops By Boston Restaurant After Concert Mariah Carey was in the mood for Italian following her concert on Monday night, Dec. 11, at TD Garden in Boston.  The — disputed — "Queen of Christmas" was spotted at Strega North End at 379 Hanover St. in Boston and posed for a photo with owner Nick Varano.  Varano called her a friend of the Varano Group, his company that owns several restaurants in Boston, and wrote having her show up is "all we ever want for Christmas." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Strega by Nick Varano (@streganorthend) Carey signed autogra…
Star-Studded Meal: Richard Gere Stops By New Rochelle Eatery Listed As Michelin Bib Gourmand Star-Studded Meal: Richard Gere Stops By New Rochelle Eatery Listed As Michelin Bib Gourmand Star-Studded Meal: Richard Gere Stops By New Rochelle Eatery Listed As Michelin Bib Gourmand
Star-Studded Meal: Richard Gere Stops By New Rochelle Eatery Listed As Michelin Bib Gourmand A restaurant in Westchester that has already been added to the prestigious Michelin Bib Gourmand list now has another claim to fame following a visit from famed Hollywood actor and local resident Richard Gere.  Gere, a North Salem resident formerly of Pound Ridge, stopped by Maria Restaurant in New Rochelle at 11 Huguenot St. on Saturday, Dec. 9.  The restaurant's owner announced the visit in an Instagram post on Monday, Dec. 11.  Gere, age 74 and best known for roles in films such as "Pretty Woman," and "An Officer and a Gentleman," is reportedly looking to buy a Fairf…