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Famous Frank Pepe's Pizzeria Now Serving Fan-Favorite Summer Seasonal Pie: Here's What's On It Famous Frank Pepe's Pizzeria Now Serving Fan-Favorite Summer Seasonal Pie: Here's What's On It
Famous Frank Pepe's Pizzeria Now Serving Fan-Favorite Summer Seasonal Pie: Here's What's On It The legendary Connecticut-based Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana is bringing back a fan favorite just in time for summer that's now available at all locations, including in the Hudson Valley.  The seasonal Fresh Tomato Pie, which debuted in 2008, returned to the menu on Monday, June 30, and will be available through the end of summer, according to the iconic New Haven-based pizza chain. Known for its crispy, chewy, and slightly charred crust, the Fresh Tomato Pie features fresh native tomatoes, house-sliced mozzarella, garlic, basil, grated Pecorino Romano imported from Italy, and a driz…
On The Border Finds Buyer After Tex-Mex Restaurant Chain Declared Bankruptcy On The Border Finds Buyer After Tex-Mex Restaurant Chain Declared Bankruptcy
On The Border Finds Buyer After Tex-Mex Restaurant Chain Declared Bankruptcy A Texas restaurant company is set to buy On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina after the Tex-Mex chain filed for bankruptcy, closing more than 70 locations – including more than a dozen in the Northeast. Pappas Restaurants won an auction for On The Border, the Houston-based group said in a news release on Wednesday, May 7. The deal needs court approval and is expected to be finalized "in the coming weeks." The price wasn't mentioned in Pappas' announcement. The company previously submitted a $15.9 million stalking horse bid to buy On The Border, FSR Magazine reported in A…
Driver Found Asleep on I-95 With Fentanyl, Pistol In Car Attacks Nurse After CT Bust: Police Driver Found Asleep on I-95 With Fentanyl, Pistol In Car Attacks Nurse After CT Bust: Police
Driver Found Asleep on I-95 With Fentanyl, Pistol In Car Attacks Nurse After CT Bust: Police A Rhode Island man faces multiple charges after a series of events that began on I-95 and ended with an alleged attack on a nurse at a Connecticut hospital, police said. Joshua West, 34, of Warwick, Rhode Island, is charged with operating under the influence, illegal possession of a weapon, interfering with an officer, carrying a firearm while under the influence, possession of a controlled substance, breach of peace, and carrying a pistol without a permit, according to Connecticut State Police. The incident began when troopers responded to reports of a disabled vehicle near Exit 92 on I-95…
2 Men Charged In Fight That Left Man Dead At Gillette Stadium During Pats Game: DA 2 Men Charged In Fight That Left Man Dead At Gillette Stadium During Pats Game: DA
2 Men Charged In Fight That Left Man Dead At Gillette Stadium During Pats Game: DA Two Rhode Island men have been charged with assault and disorderly conduct following a fight at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, in September that ended with the death of a 53-year-old, authorities said.   John Vieira, age 59, and Justin Mitchell, 39, of Warwick, were charged on Wednesday, Dec. 20, after months of investigation following the Sept. 17 brawl during a Patriots versus Dolphins game, the Norfolk County District Attorney said. It's unclear what sparked the brawl.  Related: Video Of Brawl At Gillette Stadium Shows Moments Before Man Collapses Dale M…
Co-Owner Of Pepe's Pizza, Ranked No. 1 In America, Dies Co-Owner Of Pepe's Pizza, Ranked No. 1 In America, Dies
Co-Owner Of Pepe's Pizza, Ranked No. 1 In America, Dies A co-owner of Frank Pepe's, ranked No. 1 on Daily Meal's list of the 101 best pizzerias in America each of the last three years, has died. Gary Bimonte died on Wednesday, April 7.  Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana, which has 12 locations in the Northeast (in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, and Rhode Island), announced his death on the Facebook page of its flagship New Haven location and said the New Haven location would be closed Thursday, April 8. Neither the circumstances surrounding his death nor his age have been immediately released. On its website, the company posted a stat…
Frank Pepe's Unveils Brand-New Pizza: Here's What's In It Frank Pepe's Unveils Brand-New Pizza: Here's What's In It
Frank Pepe's Unveils Brand-New Pizza: Here's What's In It New Haven's Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana, named the best pizza in the country by The Daily Meal and The Guardian, is debuting a new iteration of its classic coal-fired pies.  Available for a limited time starting Monday, Nov. 30, the eatery known for its crunchy, charred crust will list chicken pesto pizza on its menu at its 12 locations in the Northeast.  The breakout pizza is made with mozzarella cheese, oven-roasted chicken, red peppers, nut-free pesto sauce, grated pecorino romano cheese and olive oil. Watch the making of the new pie here on the restaurant's Instagram.…
The Best Pizza In America Is Local; Area Pizzarias On List of Top 101 In US The Best Pizza In America Is Local; Area Pizzarias On List of Top 101 In US
The Best Pizza In America Is Local; Area Pizzarias On List of Top 101 In US New Haven holds onto its title as the Pizza Capital of America in the newest ranking of the best pizza in the states. There are five New Haven pizzerias that made The Daily Meal’s 101 Best Pizzas in America 2020, including Fank Pepe Pizzaria Napoletana, which took the No. 1 spot for at least the second year in a row. Frank Pepe’s pizzeria is famous for its signature coal-fired, white clam pizza with pecorino roman, garlic, oregano, and olive oil. Frank Pepe’s has multiple locations: In Connecticut, there are Pepe’s in Danbury, Fairfield, Manchester, Mohegan Sun, Waterbury, West Hartford,…