Sneak Peek: Two New Tropical Restaurants Debut At TOBAY Beach Sneak Peek: Two New Tropical Restaurants Debut At TOBAY Beach
Sneak Peek: Two New Tropical Restaurants Debut At Tobay Beach Two new tropical restaurants are making their debuts at TOBAY Beach. The Boat Yard and the Surf Shack, which both launched Friday, June 21, offer affordable food and drinks throughout the summer season.  The restaurants are part of the Island Time Hospitality Group, said Town of Oyster Bay Public Information Officer Brian Devine.  The tiki bar is a full-service restaurant that is open daily for lunch and dinner, depending on the weather. It is situated near the north beach on the ocean side of Tobay Beach, he explained. The Boat Yard is located on the bay side of the beach. It i…
Boca Oyster Bar Opens At Bridgeport's Steelpointe Harbor Boca Oyster Bar Opens At Bridgeport's Steelpointe Harbor
Boca Oyster Bar Opens At Bridgeport's Steelpointe Harbor As Steelpointe Harbor’s newest addition, Boca Oyster Bar, located at 10 East Main Street in Bridgeport, is officially open for business — and just in time for summer. The waterside restaurant serves as the “anchor restaurant” and event venue within the neighborhood. It features a massive 13,000 square feet of dining, entertainment and patio space with a high-end seafood-inspired cuisine concept, making the one-of-a-kind establishment a “true standout within Fairfield County’s evolving dining scene.” On the menu, you’ll find a huge array of authentic New England fare: from fried shrimp and …
Poughkeepsie's Shadows On The Hudson Pairs Scenic Backdrop With Entrees, Appetizers Poughkeepsie's Shadows On The Hudson Pairs Scenic Backdrop With Entrees, Appetizers
Poughkeepsie's Shadows On The Hudson Pairs Scenic Backdrop With Entrees, Appetizers Shadows on the Hudson, located at 176 Rinaldi Boulevard in Poughkeepsie, has been serving up high-end classic American eats with picturesque waterfront views for more than a decade. Opened in 2007, the eatery specializes in traditional lunch, brunch and dinner dishes that include locally-sourced meats, cheeses, veggies and other ingredients. On the restaurant’s expansive menu, you’ll find modern American spins on authentic dishes like buffalo calamari, pork belly sliders, roasted mushroom risotto, filet mignon, chorizo burger, fish tacos and much more. Shadows on the Hudson also features a…
Reservations Are Always Needed At Prime's Two High-End Waterfront Restaurants Reservations Are Always Needed At Prime's Two High-End Waterfront Restaurants
Reservations Are Always Needed At Prime's Two High-End Waterfront Restaurants Need a new addition to your weekend restaurant rotation? Check out Prime, an American kitchen and bar that has locations on both sides of the Long Island Sound: in Huntington (117 North New York Ave.) and Stamford (78 Southfield Ave.). On the menu, you’ll find a huge variety of fresh and elegant eats, including chef-crafted artisan salads, sushi and local seafood, 21-day dry-aged USDA Prime steaks, local veggies and more. Though you’ll need to make reservations first, the eatery’s wide array of offerings make it an ideal location for brunch, lunch, dinner or dessert. Prime also provides a “…
Beer, Food Truck Fest Coming Saturday To Yogi Berra Stadium Beer, Food Truck Fest Coming Saturday To Yogi Berra Stadium
Beer, Food Truck Fest Coming Saturday To Yogi Berra Stadium Food trucks, a wide selection of craft beers, family-friendly games and live music: it's all happening Saturday during the Summer Food Truck & Craft Beer Fest at Yogi Berra Stadium in Little Falls,  near the Montclair State University campus.    From noon to 7 p.m., there'll be more than two dozen food trucks and craft beer stands selling Jersey Girl, Leinenkugel and nearly a hundred other brands.  The Desert Highway Band, an Eagles tribute band, will perform during the event. Attendees are invited to bring chairs.  Ticket are $8 and can be purchased …
Mark Your Calendar: Here's When It Will Be Chocolate Time On Long Island Mark Your Calendar: Here's When It Will Be Chocolate Time On Long Island
Mark Your Calendar: Here's When It Will Be Chocolate Time On Long Island Chocolate triggers the release of endorphins and serotonin and makes people feel good. If that's your experience then head over to the I Love Chocolate Festival on Saturday, June 8 on the Suffolk County Community College campus. Here's where you'll find chocolate covered everything, from pretzels to bacon, strawberries, even crickets, brownies, cupcakes, cookies, pudding, truffles, and fudge. There's more. The festival will have food trucks for lunchtime and vendors will sell items including soaps, body butter, candles, and jewelry. Specialty foods with chocolate for sale that day will inc…
Dog-Friendly Dining Catches On At These East End Locales Dog-Friendly Dining Catches On At These East End Locales
Dog-Friendly Dining Catches On At These East End Locales East Enders take their dogs everywhere, so it's reasonable to expect to see them at some of your favorite eat and drinking spots with outside dining this summer. Here are some suggestions where dogs can go. Jessica Morales who lives in the Hamptons said she takes her female English Cream Retriever Harley "still a puppy" when she goes places and likes The Station Bar, 22 Shinnecock Road, Hampton Bays where "the food is good." The American bar and grill with live music has a fairly large outside dining area, located on a marina on Shinnecock Canal. Asked why Harley goes on outings,…
Annual Farmingville Street Fair Expected To Draw Thousands From Near, Far Annual Farmingville Street Fair Expected To Draw Thousands From Near, Far
Annual Farmingville Street Fair Expected To Draw Thousands From Near, Far What's more fun than a summer drive to one of the north shore's quaint towns then a street fair? The quaint hamlet of Farmingville will be bustling Sunday, June 9 for the 8th annual Farmingville Street Fair.  The streets will be filled with thousands of visitors for shopping, live music, classic car show, bounce houses for kids, beer garden and food. The fair is hosted by the Farmingville Hills Chamber of Commerce and attracts hundreds of vendors selling everything from crafts, toys, jewelry, clothing, and accessories. ."We have grown to be one of the most talked-about street fairs i…
Let's Dance: Burlesque Troupe Taking Their Talents All Over Long Island Let's Dance: Burlesque Troupe Taking Their Talents All Over Long Island
Let's Dance: Burlesque Troupe Taking Their Talents All Over Long Island A new Long Island burlesque troupe made their debut in Smithtown this month. Founded by Patchogue resident, artist, and musician Jenn Woodason, The Dirty Show performed May 17 at The Rail. "It's a very modest, hilarious burlesque style troupe of musicians and comedians and dancers and there is a lot of variation within the format," Woodason said. "The entirety of the show is flexible and comedy/improv skits. We also play our own live music. We're very funny, cheeky, lovable, classy, and it's not a predictable show by any stretch of the imagination." A year ago, Woodason was …
Newly Opened Long Shot Bar & Grill Flying High In Coram Newly Opened Long Shot Bar & Grill Flying High In Coram
Newly Opened Long Shot Bar & Grill Flying High In Coram Great food, music and a neighborhood atmosphere under one industrialized roof can describe a new Coram hangout. Long Shot Bar & Grill open since April bring a special vibe to the area's rich casual restaurant and sports bar scene. Lunch and dinner, from burgers to quesadillas, and wings, martinis, margaritas, craft beer, daily happy hour, DJs and live bands with a dance floor. Rock band E3 debuts there Friday, May 17 at 8:30 p.m. The spacious industrialized interior has exposed beams and wooden bar and tables to add warmth, making it feel "homey," said a Facebook reviewe…
Here Are Five BBQ Places To Try In Fairfield County Here Are Five BBQ Places To Try In Fairfield County
Here Are Five BBQ Places To Try In Fairfield County Nothing drips with summery savoriness like a plage of great barbecue food. If you live in Fairfield County there is no shortage of places to try. Here are five standouts based on Yelp revies. Wire Mill Saloon & Barbecue, 12 Old Mill Road, Redding: Here you'll experience a country atmosphere and Southern barbecue food which you can enjoy outside on a very large patio with fire pit and live music at certain times. You can also eat inside.  Pete M. on Google a few days ago posted this, "First of all, the food is amazing. If you want great BBQ then you must go to the Wire Mill. …
Here Are Five Hotspots For Buffalo Wings On Long Island Here Are Five Hotspots For Buffalo Wings On Long Island
Here Are Five Hotspots For Buffalo Wings On Long Island Dry rubbed or dripping in spicy sauce tastes vary for everyone's favorite appetizer. Here are five great places to devour wings on Long Island. Spanky's Food Factory, 2458 Jericho Turnpike, Garden City Park: Specializing in an array of chicken wings, burgers, & classic bar snacks with industrial decor. A Google reviewer recently talked about a recent order, a tray of wings that come with "Spanky Sauce" and lemon pepper, macaroni and cheese, and a tray of boneless wings with sauce on the side. "Great food and great service. The Mac and Cheese are fantastic as are the wings," th…