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Here Are Five Places Where Hawaiian Poke Is Catching On In Fairfield County Here Are Five Places Where Hawaiian Poke Is Catching On In Fairfield County
Here Are Five Places Where Hawaiian Poke Is Catching On In Fairfield County Poke is the photogenic star of Instagram.  The modern food trend has also caught on in Fairfield County. Not quite, but rooted in a traditional Hawaaiin sashimi dish, a poke bowl is layered with fresh, sushi-grade raw, marinated fish, often tuna or salmon, with rice and vegetables, then topped with a savory sauce, often like umami or spicy mayonnaise. "It's popular because it is a very healthy food," said Yoki Lin, chef-owner of Poke House in Danbury, one of five places to try poke bowls in the area. Poké House, 130 Federal Road, Danbury: Across from Stew Leonards, the Hawaaiin …

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by Donna Christopher
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Greenwich Businessman Is 'On A Roll' With New Ice Cream Franchise Greenwich Businessman Is 'On A Roll' With New Ice Cream Franchise
Greenwich Businessman Is 'On A Roll' With New Ice Cream Franchise GREENWICH, Conn. -- A Greenwich businessman is behind the new rolled ice cream trend. Brett Wien is the franchise owner of Sweet Charlie's, which will open its first Westchester, N.Y. location in Mamaroneck later this month.  The franchise combines the art of making Thai inspired ice cream rolls with modern American showmanship to create a one of a kind experience for all ages.  All ice cream and/or frozen yogurt is made to order on a super cold surface that is below 20 degrees. "The best part is… it tastes delicious!" said  CFO and Co-Founder Steven Billing. Ingredients are fr…

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by Jeanne Muchnick