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Popular Waterfront Westport Restaurant Adds Patio For Summer Dining Popular Waterfront Westport Restaurant Adds Patio For Summer Dining
Popular Waterfront Westport Restaurant Adds Patio For Summer Dining A popular Fairfield County waterfront Italian restaurant has added a new patio with a full-service bar just in time for summer dining. Arezzo Ristorante & Bar in Westport, located along the Saugatuck River, unveiled its new patio bar this week, complete with a full-service bar.  The restaurant, known for its authentic Italian food and drinks, and expansive wine list, said the new patio offers picturesque views of the Post Road Bridge leading into downtown Westport. The new outdoor bar.  Arezzo Ristorante & Bar In addition to the patio, the restaurant's main dining roo…

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
New CT Cafe Cited For 'Good, Simple Menu' New CT Cafe Cited For 'Good, Simple Menu'
New CT Cafe Cited For 'Good, Simple Menu' For those looking for a fun, but relaxed spot to grab a bite to eat and maybe get to know their neighbors, a new cafe in the region could be just the spot.  Cafe 1840 located in Litchfield County in New Milford offers casual meals such as sandwiches and salads and plenty of sweets along with an open mike night and a cigar night. The interior is funky with fish tanks and art that offers plenty of eye candy while you eat, and plenty of class. The owners, Stacy Murphy, and Jeff Chowanec enjoy getting to know their customers and work hard to make sure that all food is up to high stan…

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by Kathy Reakes
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New CT Eatery Stands Out For Tasty Offering, Lakeside View New CT Eatery Stands Out For Tasty Offering, Lakeside View
New CT Eatery Stands Out For Tasty Offering, Lakeside View Just in time for summer dining a new lakeside restaurant has thrown open its door and is off to a good start, according to online reviewers. Located in Middlesex County in East Hampton, the Lakeside Bar & Grill opened just six weeks is already racking up the five-star reviews for its food and ambiance. Besides a menu full of tasty items made with the freshest of local ingredients, the restaurant includes a dock for boaters who want to pop in for lunch or dinner and an outdoor patio with another in the construction stage. One Yelper, Jennifer B. put the opening of the Lakeside Bar &…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Fairfield County Restaurant Draws Praise For 'Over The Top' Entrees, Quick Pickup Ordering Fairfield County Restaurant Draws Praise For 'Over The Top' Entrees, Quick Pickup Ordering
Fairfield County Restaurant Draws Praise For 'Over The Top' Entrees, Quick Pickup Ordering If you're looking for a Thai restaurant with dishes that explode in your mouth and quick pickup service, than one Fairfield County restaurant is your spot. The Thai Kit in Fairfield is making a big hit with local foodies and Yelpers alike. A look at their five-star reviews show just why the restaurant is making such a big hit. "When my wife and I eat out or take out, it's usually Thai. Of great Connecticut Thai restaurants we have experienced in Manchester, South Windsor, West Hartford, Canton, Farmington, and Fairfield, the food at Thai Kit in Fairfield is over the top," said one Yelp fo…

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
COVID-19: Here's What Will Happen To Outdoor Dining As Cold Weather Arrives COVID-19: Here's What Will Happen To Outdoor Dining As Cold Weather Arrives
Covid-19: Here's What Will Happen To Outdoor Dining As Cold Weather Arrives Restaurants already struggling to stay afloat due to the COVID-19 outbreak have a new challenge rapidly approaching as the weather begins shifting, limiting outdoor dining options. The pandemic forced extreme restrictions on restaurants and bars for the past six months, with many scrambling to arrange temporary, and now possibly permanent outdoor dining options, while even more were forced to shut down for good due to a lack of business. Since mid-March, occupancy at restaurants has been restricted, face coverings must be worn by patrons and staff, social distancing must be practiced at all…

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by Zak Failla
Business
New Haven Restaurant Week Starting Early Due To COVID-19; Now-Sept. 26 New Haven Restaurant Week Starting Early Due To COVID-19; Now-Sept. 26
New Haven Restaurant Week Starting Early Due To Covid-19; Now-Sept. 26 In an effort to take advantage of outdoor dining opportunities, New Haven has pushed its Restaurant Week up by months. New Haven Restaurant Week will be Sept. 13-26, and 25 eateries are slated to participate. The city's Restaurant Week 2020 hadn't been slated to start until November when it may be too cold to eat outside comfortably.  Outdoor dining is considered safer than indoor dining during COVID-19 and many restaurants have expanded their dining areas to include outside tables and accommodate recommended six-foot social distancing.  Many communities have restaurant weeks, a …

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by Kristin Palpini
News
COVID-19: New York City Cleared To Start Phase 2 Of Reopening COVID-19: New York City Cleared To Start Phase 2 Of Reopening
Covid-19: New York City Cleared To Start Phase 2 Of Reopening New York City has been cleared to start Phase 2 of the state's four-phase process of reopening its economy. Phase 2 includes office-based jobs, real estate, barbershops, salons, outdoor dining, and expanded retail services. Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced on Friday, June 19 that New York City had been given clearance by global public health experts to enter Phase Two on Monday, June 21. Office-based jobs include: Professional services; Administrative support; Information technology. Retail: In-store shopping; Rental, repair, and cleaning; Limited service barbershop and hair salons; O…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
* Trending * COVID-19: Here's What Will Open In Connecticut On May 20 * Trending * COVID-19: Here's What Will Open In Connecticut On May 20
* Trending * Covid-19: Here's What Will Open In Connecticut On May 20 The “new normal” in Connecticut begins next week when the state begins phase 1 of its plan to reopen the economy amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. On Wednesday, May 20, businesses will begin to reopen, highlighted by outdoor restaurants, select recreational hubs, and hair salons, under the guidance of Gov. Ned Lamont, state, and federal health officials. Earlier story - COVID-19: Connecticut Unveils Guidelines For Reopenings In Four Business Sectors Retailers, including big box stores and local small businesses, will once again open their doors. Some malls in Fairfield County…

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by Zak Failla
News
COVID-19: Connecticut Unveils Guidelines For Reopenings In Four Business Sectors COVID-19: Connecticut Unveils Guidelines For Reopenings In Four Business Sectors
Covid-19: Connecticut Unveils Guidelines For Reopenings In Four Business Sectors Click here for an updated story - COVID-19: Detailed Rules Now Released For CT Businesses Due To Reopen May 20 A host of guidelines different types of businesses must follow in order to reopen in Connecticut on Wednesday, May 20 amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic have been unveiled. Gov. Ned Lamont announced the measures that have been put in place at a news conference late Friday afternoon, May 8. Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz and David Lehman, commissioner of the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development, joined Lamont at the news conference.…

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
COVID-19: Regulations For Outdoor Dining Eased In This Fairfield County Town COVID-19: Regulations For Outdoor Dining Eased In This Fairfield County Town
Covid-19: Regulations For Outdoor Dining Eased In This Fairfield County Town As the state prepares to return to a small sense of normal amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, one town in Fairfield County has eased restrictions to allow restaurants to plan for outdoor dining. Monroe First Selectman Ken Kellogg announced on Wednesday, May 6 that he has issued an emergency directive that eases some restrictions to allow for outdoor dining. "As I mentioned this past weekend, Monroe must stand ready to help our businesses operate to the greatest extent possible while protecting public health and safety," Kellogg said in the statement. Kellogg pointed …

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by Kathy Reakes