'Passionate Eater' Dad Combines Dominican, Italian Recipes At New North Jersey Sandwich Shop 'Passionate Eater' Dad Combines Dominican, Italian Recipes At New North Jersey Sandwich Shop
'Passionate Eater' Dad Combines Dominican, Italian Recipes At New North Jersey Sandwich Shop A dad from the Dominican Republic has opened a brand-new sandwich shop in North Jersey. Markin Delacruz, a self-described "passionate eater," has brought Sandwichitos to Old River Road, on the border of Edgewater and North Bergen. Delacruz combines recipes from his Dominican background with those of his Italian wife's.  Posted by Sandwichitos on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 North Bergen Mayor Nicholas Sacco and Township Administrator Janet Castro watch as Commissioner Claudia Rodriguez shakes hands with Markin Delacruz as he opens Sandwichitos.Township of North Bergen, NJ As of its Frid…
Popular Eatery To Expand To Second Location In Mamaroneck Popular Eatery To Expand To Second Location In Mamaroneck
Popular Eatery To Expand To Second Location In Mamaroneck A much-praised dessert shop in Westchester is preparing to open a second location where customers can enjoy delicious, old-fashioned ice cream.  Penny Lick Ice Cream Company will be expanding to a new location in Mamaroneck at 1212 West Boston Post Rd., which will celebrate its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, Sept. 14 at 3 p.m.  The new ice cream shop will be the second Penny Lick Ice Cream to open in Westchester and will join the original location in Hastings-on-Hudson at 580 Warburton Ave., which opened in 2015. The dessert shop, owned and founded…
Soda Stop Leads To $100K Lotto Windfall For Thirsty DC Woman Who Won Twice At Maryland 7-Eleven Soda Stop Leads To $100K Lotto Windfall For Thirsty DC Woman Who Won Twice At Maryland 7-Eleven
Soda Stop Leads To $100K Lotto Windfall For Thirsty DC Woman Who Won Twice At Maryland 7-Eleven A warm day led to a cool win for a lucky Washington, DC woman who won big playing a pair Maryland Lottery tickets. Using a family member's birthday, the winner placed a $1 straight bet on two "Pick 5" tickets that both hit big, earning her $50,000 wins that became a six-figure prize. The winning tickets were sold at 7-Eleven on Central Avenue in Capitol Heights. According to the woman, she had only stopped in Capitol Heights on her way back home in DC to pick up a cool drink. While she was inside the convenience store, she opted to take her chances on the Lottery tickets. Now the 29-year-…
Water Bead Toys Sold At Target Being Recalled After Infant Dies, Child Seriously Injured Water Bead Toys Sold At Target Being Recalled After Infant Dies, Child Seriously Injured
Water Bead Toys Sold At Target Being Recalled After Infant Dies, Child Seriously Injured One child is dead and a second required surgery after playing with a water bead toy that is now being recalled. Buffalo Games is recalling 52,000 "Chuckle & Roar Ultimate Water Beads Activity Kits" due to the potential risk that children could swallow them and face severe, potentially life-threatening consequences, the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced this week. If a water bead is ingested, it expands and can pose ingestion, choking and obstruction hazards inside a child's body, resulting in discomfort, dehydration, and the risk of death. The recalled toys were so…
If You Love French Fries Wait 'Til You See New Arlington Takeout Spot If You Love French Fries Wait 'Til You See New Arlington Takeout Spot
If You Love French Fries Wait 'Til You See New Arlington Takeout Spot What started as dinner for his girlfriend has become the cornerstone of one man's fast-growing restaurant.  And the next stops for For Your Fries Only are in Arlington and Baltimore. The Arlington location has already opened with takeout options in Clarendon (click link above), while four Baltimore locations are coming soon with locations below: 7 S Eden St, Baltimore, MD 3901 Falls Rd, Baltimore, MD 5636 The Alameda, Baltimore, MD 2030 Aliceanna St, Baltimore, MD FYFO began as loaded fries for dinner with his girlfriend in his Cleveland, OH apartment in 2020.  …
Iconic Pizzeria In Yonkers Added To Michelin Guide: 'Well-Deserved Recognition' Iconic Pizzeria In Yonkers Added To Michelin Guide: 'Well-Deserved Recognition'
Iconic Pizzeria In Yonkers Added To Michelin Guide: 'Well-Deserved Recognition' A Westchester pizzeria with a famous name has earned a spot on the reputable Michelin Guide.  Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana, located in Yonkers at 1955 Central Park Ave., is one of the latest additions to the Michelin Guide, which helps readers discover the best restaurants by listing establishments well-received by its reviewers.  In their description of the pizzeria, Michelin writers said that the Yonkers location brings the same level of quality coal-fired pies as the original, iconic location in New Haven, Connecticut.  "Open since 1925, Frank Pepe's has earned cul…
These 7 CT Pizzerias Named Among Best For Regional Styles In State By New Report These 7 CT Pizzerias Named Among Best For Regional Styles In State By New Report
These 7 CT Pizzerias Named Among Best For Regional Styles In State By New Report If you're in the mood for pizza, but not sure which kind, take a look at this list of seven eateries in Connecticut recognized as the best in the state at specializing in certain regional styles, according to a new report by The Washington Post. The seven eateries were selected as part of a database put together by The Post that lists pizzerias in each state specializing in Chicago, Detroit, Neapolitan, New York, Roman, Sicilian, and Tavern-style pizza. According to this report, the seven best restaurants in Connecticut that are the best at certain styles of pizza are: Vi…
These 27 NJ Boston Market Stores Have Reopened After Failing To Pay 314 Workers These 27 NJ Boston Market Stores Have Reopened After Failing To Pay 314 Workers
These 27 NJ Boston Market Stores Have Reopened After Failing To Pay 314 Workers The 27 Boston Market stores in New Jersey that were issued stop work orders last month for failing to pay hundreds of employees have reopened. It gets better, the workers have been compensated. The chicken chain became the center of an investigation by the state's labor department when East Hanover employee Cathy Grimes reported that she and the dozen workers she managed hadn't been paid for two months, the DOL said. It wasn't long before more employees from across the state came forward, too. An investigation by the DOL found that 27 Boston Market stores in the Garden State had not been …
Red Lion Diner Suddenly Closing To Make Way For Wawa Red Lion Diner Suddenly Closing To Make Way For Wawa
Red Lion Diner Suddenly Closing To Make Way For Wawa A new Wawa will replace a historic South Jersey diner that's closing after nearly 50 years. The Red Lion Diner, at 1753 Route 206 in Southampton Township, announced its closure on Sept. 9 in a Facebook post. But the restaurant's iconic Red Lion statue will be preserved. “Dear Beloved Customers," the post read. "With a heavy heart we must inform you that the Red Lion Diner has sold. We will not be opening again. We appreciate all the support and patronage throughout the years. It was a difficult decision however we chose what was best for our families.” Efthimios “Paul” Tsiknakis and his f…
Food Poisoning Incident: Stony Brook Eatery Responds After Dozens Sickened, Lawsuits Filed Food Poisoning Incident: Stony Brook Eatery Responds After Dozens Sickened, Lawsuits Filed
Food Poisoning Incident: Stony Brook Eatery Responds After Dozens Sickened, Lawsuits Filed As the first lawsuits begin to be filed after 28 people were sickened from food poisoning at a popular Long Island sushi restaurant and steakhouse, the owners have now spoken out about the incident for the first time. The incident occurred in Stony Brook on Saturday, Sept. 9 at the Kumo Sushi & Steakhouse when the diners began projectile-vomiting and experiencing extreme gastrointestinal illness.  Earlier report: Dozens Sickened After Dining At Stony Brook Restaurant According to Suffolk County Health Department officials, 28 people, including children were sicken…
Grand Opening Of Hackettstown Book Store Will Feature Signing By Local Author Grand Opening Of Hackettstown Book Store Will Feature Signing By Local Author
Grand Opening Of Hackettstown Book Store Will Feature Signing By Local Author The grand opening of a used book store in Hackettstown is set for this weekend — and it will feature an appearance and signing event by a local author. Lulu’s Book Nook is opening at 206 Main St. inside the Me to You Boutique on Saturday, Sept. 16. i am so excited to announce that lulu’s will have its grand opening this saturday!🥳😆♥️📚 what you need to know: 📍206 Main... Posted by Lulu’s Book Nook on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 The grand opening event starts at 12 p.m. and will feature plenty of used books, as well as beverages and a signing by Garden State native Lisa Hodorovych. T…
First Target Location In Yonkers Announces Opening Date First Target Location In Yonkers Announces Opening Date
First Target Location In Yonkers Announces Opening Date A new Target location in Westchester has announced when it will be holding its grand opening.  The new store, located in Yonkers in the Cross County Center at 8000 Mall Walk, will hold a grand opening on Sunday, Oct. 22, a Target spokesperson announced.  Earlier Report - Two New Target Stores Coming To Westchester, Including Port Chester The 132,000-square-foot store will be the first Target to open in Yonkers.  A spokesperson for the company said the store will bring an "easy, affordable, and convenient shopping experience to new guests in the community.  …