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This Town Is Most Underrated In CT, New Rankings Say: Do You Agree? Vote Now This Town Is Most Underrated In CT, New Rankings Say: Do You Agree? Vote Now
This Town Is Most Underrated In CT, New Rankings Say: Do You Agree? Vote Now Of all the wonderful places to go in Connecticut, there's one town that gets looked over too often, according to a new ranking. Cheapism.com, a blog covering affordable travel, items, and more, ranked the New Haven County town of Guilford as the state’s most overlooked place in its new ranking, “The Most Underrated Town in Every State.” In order to determine this, the site combed through online reviews and rankings to find places that don't usually get national attention but still have "tremendous value to visitors and locals alike," according to Cheapism.  The over 375-year-old tow…

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by Sophie Grieser
Business
Ridgefield Has Best Downtown Shopping In CT, New Rankings Say Ridgefield Has Best Downtown Shopping In CT, New Rankings Say
Ridgefield Has Best Downtown Shopping In CT, New Rankings Say A new ranking says one Connecticut as the absolute best place for a shopping spree in the state. Online news site Cheapism.com dubbed Fairfield County’s own Ridgefield as the state's best place to shop its “Best 'Main Street' Shopping Districts in All 50 States” ranking. In an attempt to stray away from big box stores in favor of mom-and-pop shops, the list gathers the most quaint shopping districts from towns with fewer than 90,000 residents. Ridgefield’s Main Street and Danbury Road are named by Cheapism.com as the places to check out for not only the shops and boutiques they house bu…

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by Sophie Grieser
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Connecticut Magazine Names State's 25 Best Restaurants Connecticut Magazine Names State's 25 Best Restaurants
Connecticut Magazine Names State's 25 Best Restaurants Foodies will want to be sure and check out the latest edition of "Connecticut Magazine" which lists its annual 25 best new restaurants. The restaurants range from pizza joints to top-notch cuisine with famous chefs.  Some restaurants of note in the list include:  Villa Lulu, New Haven: Created by veteran restaurateurs Rafael Palomino and Mo Gad, Villa Lulu opened in August and features a contemporary Italian menu with new takes on such favorites as eggplant parmesan. Other standouts include crispy artichokes with Parmesan aioli; pork belly over Tuscan cabbage with apple mostarda, and squi…

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
Jersey Mike’s Opens New Location In Region Jersey Mike’s Opens New Location In Region
Jersey Mike’s Opens New Location In Region After a lengthy wait, the new Jersey Mike’s Subs location has opened up a new eatery in Northern Connecticut. It's in Litchfield County, in New Milford. Earlier this month, the popular sandwich shop celebrated its grand opening at Litchfield Crossings on Danbury Road, New Milford’s largest shopping center. Calling it “the true American sub,” free coupons were provided to the eatery’s first patrons, with charitable contributions being contributed to Camella’s Cupboard, a non-profit dedicated to feeding families and changing lives in the community. “The waiting is over and we are thrilled t…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
Pie In The Sky: McKinney & Doyle Fine Foods Cafe In Pawling Serves Up Delicious Desserts Pie In The Sky: McKinney & Doyle Fine Foods Cafe In Pawling Serves Up Delicious Desserts
Pie In The Sky: McKinney & Doyle Fine Foods Cafe In Pawling Serves Up Delicious Desserts Shannon McKinney and Brian Doyle opened McKinney and Doyle Fine Foods Cafe back in 1991, and it’s been a Pawling staple ever since. Serving up everything from soups and salads to exquisite seafood, beef, chicken and duck entrees, McKinney and Doyle Fine Foods Cafe caters to those with even the most refined palates. Located at 10 Charles Colman Boulevard, the cafe also serves lunch, brunch and dinner as well as desserts like chocolate mousse cake, Bailey's Irish Cream cake, espresso mousse cake and other specialty cakes. Plus, customers can enjoy a beer, wine or cocktail from the cafe’s ext…

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by Valerie Musson
Lifestyle
This Fairfield County Eatery Ranked Among 'Best Food Joints' In Nation This Fairfield County Eatery Ranked Among 'Best Food Joints' In Nation
This Fairfield County Eatery Ranked Among 'Best Food Joints' In Nation The Daily Meal has ranked 75 of the nation’s best hole-in-the-wall eateries, and one Fairfield County locale has made the cut. What constitutes a “hole-in-the-wall” joint? It’s essentially an establishment that serves up spectacular food in a tiny, unassuming and/or inconspicuous storefront. The best hole-in-the-wall restaurants also have a unique atmosphere and authentic flair. Danny’s Drive-In, located off of I-95 on Ferry Boulevard in Stratford, has been around since 1935 and ranks at number 13 on the list. Dishing out classic American staples like hot dogs, burgers milkshakes and more, …

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by Valerie Musson
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Hot Dog Eating Contest Highlights Walter's 100th Anniversary Celebration Hot Dog Eating Contest Highlights Walter's 100th Anniversary Celebration
Hot Dog Eating Contest Highlights Walter's 100th Anniversary Celebration Nationally known Walter's Hot Dogs is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a hot dog eating contest at its original location. The centennial is being marked with one dollar dogs Monday, Aug. 26 which is customer appreciation day at all three Walter's locations, in Mamaroneck, White Plains, and Stamford. The contest is at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 25 at 937 Palmer Ave. in Mamaroneck. There will be live music and all age fun activities. Walter's Hot Dogs opened in 1919 on Palmer Avenue. The building itself was established in 1928. It is a copper-roofed Chinese pagoda and a National Regi…

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by Donna Christopher
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Frankly Speaking: Here Are Five Places To Enjoy A Hot Dog In Fairfield County Frankly Speaking: Here Are Five Places To Enjoy A Hot Dog In Fairfield County
Frankly Speaking: Here Are Five Places To Enjoy A Hot Dog In Fairfield County To be frank, there are plenty of places in Fairfield County to enjoy a hot dog.  Here are five to try. Walter's Hot Dogs, 200 Commons Park South, Stamford: This is the second location of a century-old landmark in Mamaroneck which opened in Stamford in 2017. The Harbor Point green hut looks like the original. The hot dogs come with signature house-made mustard or ketchup. Daniel M. of New York City wrote on Yelp,  "...best hot-dog spot in the tristate area. Nothing compares to Walter's. Not much to say, just an amazing hotdog and atmosphere."  The Wienery, 17 …

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by Donna Christopher
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Gyro On Pita Offers Authentic Greek Food, Friendly Service In Ridgefield Gyro On Pita Offers Authentic Greek Food, Friendly Service In Ridgefield
Gyro On Pita Offers Authentic Greek Food, Friendly Service In Ridgefield Gyro on Pita has been serving up a wide variety of delicious gyros and Greek fare for nearly seven years in Ridgefield. Located at 91 Danbury Road, the eatery specializes in homemade gyros, paninis and other types of authentic Greek cuisine.  Traditional American options such as burgers are also available, as are fresh Mexican specialties like tacos and burritos. With quite the smorgasbord of affordable and cultural selections to choose from, it’s no surprise that Gyro on Pita has earned an impressive 4.7/5-star rating on Facebook. From the service to the atmosphere and of course, the…

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by Valerie Musson
Lifestyle
Here Are Five Places To Get A Perfect Bagel In Fairfield County Here Are Five Places To Get A Perfect Bagel In Fairfield County
Here Are Five Places To Get A Perfect Bagel In Fairfield County They are "fresh, crispy and chewy" one reviewer said describing delicious bagels. There are so many great bagel shops across Fairfield County. Many of them also have expansive menus with rave reviews. Here are five favorite bagel shops in Fairfield County: Upper Crust Bagel Company, 197 Sound Beach Ave., Old Greenwich: Marissa M. of Stamford wrote in a yelp review, "Favorite bagel place in the area! They make the freshest, and closest to NY tasting (being in CT), quality bagels! I like to visit on the weekends for a fresh bagel with tuna salad, but you can't go wrong with any…

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by Donna Christopher
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These Fairfield County Eateries Rank Highest In CT For Best Asian Food These Fairfield County Eateries Rank Highest In CT For Best Asian Food
These Fairfield County Eateries Rank Highest In CT For Best Asian Food Two Fairfield County establishments have been recognized and ranked among the state’s top Asian eateries, according to a “panel of culinary experts” from Connecticut Magazine. Here are the ranking restaurants: Kawa Ni, Westport: Located at 19A Bridge Square, Kawa Ni specializes in top-of-the-line Asian classics. Offering an expansive array of cuisine in addition to a full bar with sake, cocktails, wine and beer, those hungering for an authentic Asian meal are sure to get their fill. Take your pick of hot and cold noodles, rice bowls, dumpling and more. To view the menu and restaurant hours…

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by Valerie Musson