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NY's Most Romantic Restaurants: See OpenTable's Top Valentine's Day Picks NY's Most Romantic Restaurants: See OpenTable's Top Valentine's Day Picks
NY's Most Romantic Restaurants: See OpenTable's Top Valentine's Day Picks From fireside steakhouses to waterfront fine dining, these spots set the stage for love on Valentine's Day. OpenTable has revealed its 2025 list of the Top 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in the US. Nineteen of those restaurants recognized are in Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Whether you're planning an intimate candlelit dinner or a scenic waterfront experience, these restaurants offer the perfect backdrop for romance. J. Gilbert's – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood (Glastonbury, CT) For a cozy yet upscale experience, J. Gilbert's delivers prime…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Celeb Chef Peter X. Kelly Joins Re-Launched Restaurant In Northern Westchester Celeb Chef Peter X. Kelly Joins Re-Launched Restaurant In Northern Westchester
Celeb Chef Peter X. Kelly Joins Re-Launched Restaurant In Northern Westchester A Northern Westchester restaurant is getting a fresh start with the help of a culinary star at its helm.  Basso 56, located in Chappaqua at 11 King St., announced that renowned celebrity chef Peter X. Kelly has joined the team as they prepare to relaunch later this month with a new name—Basso by PXK—and an updated menu featuring Kelly’s signature flair. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Basso by PXK (@bassobypxkchappaqua) The eatery celebrated its rebranding with a "Pots, Pans & Pasta" brunch held on Sunday, Jan. 12 that f…

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by Ben Crnic
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'This Restaurant Will Blow You Away': New Eatery Offers Great Views Of New Tappan Zee Bridge 'This Restaurant Will Blow You Away': New Eatery Offers Great Views Of New Tappan Zee Bridge
'This Restaurant Will Blow You Away': New Eatery Offers Great Views Of New Tappan Zee Bridge If you are ready for an upscale night out enjoying Greek cuisine while gazing upon the new Tappan Zee Bridge, local foodies say Trata on the River is the spot. Located in Rockland County in Piermont, Trata on the River opened its doors in October in the completely renovated old Pier 701 restaurant.   Online reviewers say the restaurant, owned by Efthimios Salouros and Annamarie Adinolfi, focuses on Greek cuisine but makes you feel like you're on a Mediterranean Island. Chef José Luis Falcóne, who has worked at high-end restaurants such as Nobu, Café des Artistes, and Windows on t…

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by Kathy Reakes
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These Westchester Municipalities Among Best Affordable Areas For Foodies: New Rankings These Westchester Municipalities Among Best Affordable Areas For Foodies: New Rankings
These Westchester Municipalities Among Best Affordable Areas For Foodies: New Rankings If you have a taste for fine dining but don't necessarily have the funds to live in expensive cities, check out these two Westchester municipalities named among the best affordable places for foodies by Realtor.com. Both Yonkers and Mamaroneck were named among the top seven affordable places to live for foodies in all-new rankings by Realtor.com on Monday, Oct. 21.  According to the website, the two municipalities offer affordable housing options while also containing restaurants recognized by the Michelin Guide, which helps readers discover the best restaurants by listing establi…

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by Ben Crnic
Business
Husband-Wife Team To Open New Northern Westchester Eatery: Here's When Husband-Wife Team To Open New Northern Westchester Eatery: Here's When
Husband-Wife Team To Open New Northern Westchester Eatery: Here's When A husband and wife who have already seen success in the restaurant business are set to open another eatery in Northern Westchester with a Spanish flair. Vida Restaurant, owned by Marc Taxiera and Brianne Meyers-Taxiera, will open in late October at 14 Marble Ave. in Thornwood. The eatery will be run by the same team that opened Augustine's Salumeria in Mamaroneck in 2022 and will offer Spanish cuisine, including modern interpretations of tapas, which are small appetizers. Some examples of these that will be offered by Vida include papas brava, which consist of smashed crispy potato bites; …

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by Ben Crnic
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Celebrity Chef Designs 2-Course Summer Prix Fixe Dinner At Northern Westchester Eatery Celebrity Chef Designs 2-Course Summer Prix Fixe Dinner At Northern Westchester Eatery
Celebrity Chef Designs 2-Course Summer Prix Fixe Dinner At Northern Westchester Eatery A famous chef whose group runs multiple restaurants across the Hudson Valley has designed a delicious two-course summer prix fixe at a popular Northern Westchester restaurant. Chef Peter X. Kelly, the owner of Xaviars Restaurant Group, designed the prix fixe for Apropros restaurant in Peekskill at 900 Fort Hill Rd., a Michelin-recommended eatery located at The Abbey Inn.  Related Report - 'Lovely' Restaurant Inside 120-Year-Old Abbey In Peekskill Added To Michelin Guide Kelly now serves as the restaurant's culinary director, helping to design a menu featuring meals with local ingredients p…

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by Ben Crnic
Business
Popular Bedford Restaurant Featured On Michelin Guide To Reopen Under New Name Popular Bedford Restaurant Featured On Michelin Guide To Reopen Under New Name
Popular Bedford Restaurant Featured On Michelin Guide To Reopen Under New Name A popular restaurant in Northern Westchester featured on the prestigious Michelin Guide has announced that it will be closing and reopening under a new name.  La Crémaillère, located in Bedford at 46 Bedford-Banksville Rd., announced that it will be closing for repairs and renovations before reopening as Le Poisson, according to the business's website. The new eatery will be led by Chef Thomas Burke and will be a "seafood forward, fine dining" French restaurant, the business's owners said.  "We will feature only the finest quality seafood, a great wine list, and our classic …

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by Ben Crnic
Lifestyle
New Hudson Valley Restaurant Drawing Rave Reviews For 'Spectacular' Food, Large Portions New Hudson Valley Restaurant Drawing Rave Reviews For 'Spectacular' Food, Large Portions
New Hudson Valley Restaurant Drawing Rave Reviews For 'Spectacular' Food, Large Portions Opened just three months, a new Hudson Valley restaurant is winning raves from online reviewers. In Rockland County, Dolce Vita, located in Nyack, offers diners everything from a raw bar to lamb chops and handmade pasta.  Before we go into the particulars, here's what one Yelper had to say: "We had the most delicious meat at the new Dolce Vita. I had the half rack of lamb chops. Tender and flavorful. Even the appetizer was outrageous, sizzling shrimp! They gave a large portion of food. I was so stuffed we didn't eat dessert but it looked amazing!!! Can't wait to come back! The wait st…

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by Kathy Reakes
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New Restaurant Off To Strong Start In Hudson Valley New Restaurant Off To Strong Start In Hudson Valley
New Restaurant Off To Strong Start In Hudson Valley Open for just under a week, a new restaurant in the Hudson Valley is quickly making a name for itself as the "hot" new spot to dine. Nova Kitchen, located in Rockland County on Route 303 in Blauvelt, features an upscale menu in a small setting that is sure to delight all of the foodies, as well as those looking for a good, high-end meal. And, in the few days, they have been open, Nova Kitchen is already racking up five-star reviews on Yelp and other food sites. Specializing in steaks, chops, veal, and seafood, as well as a. Sunday brunch, the restaurant is aiming to fill a void in Roc…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Mulino's of Westchester Serves Authentic Italian Fare in Scenic Setting Mulino's of Westchester Serves Authentic Italian Fare in Scenic Setting
Mulino's of Westchester Serves Authentic Italian Fare in Scenic Setting Searching for the perfect place to enjoy an exceptional meal for your next special occasion? Take a visit to Mulino’s of Westchester, located at 99 Court Street in White Plains. The high-end eatery, which serves lunch and dinner, specializes in all things Italian. From chicken, veal and seafood entrees, filet mignon, lamb chops, pasta, eggplant, burgers and more, guests will likely have no problem finding the perfect dish. Mulino’s of Westchester also features a bar fully stocked with a large selection of beer, wine and specialty cocktails. Don’t end your meal without trying one of the ma…

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by Valerie Musson
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Chef Prasad Offers Offers Fine Indian Cuisine, And Even Cooking Classes, In New Canaan Chef Prasad Offers Offers Fine Indian Cuisine, And Even Cooking Classes, In New Canaan
Chef Prasad Offers Offers Fine Indian Cuisine, And Even Cooking Classes, In New Canaan Chef Prasad, located at 62 Main Street in New Canaan, has developed into an area staple that serves hot, fresh and authentic Indian fare. Named after head Chef Prasad Chirnomula, the eatery specializes in crafting the subtle and delicate flavors that are so well known in the four culinary regions of India. “Just as the United States is home to a melting pot of culinary traditions- so too is India, whose four regions each produce food distinct in its flavors and techniques. Chef Prasad has long hoped that eating at his restaurants will enlighten the palates of his guests to the subtleties a…

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by Valerie Musson
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Atmosphere, Menu, Service Make The Arch A Route 22 Mainstay Atmosphere, Menu, Service Make The Arch A Route 22 Mainstay
Atmosphere, Menu, Service Make The Arch A Route 22 Mainstay The Arch Restaurant in Brewster has been serving up high-class food and drink since it first opened its doors more than 40 years ago. Providing a sophisticated atmosphere and elegant ambiance, The Arch may just be the perfect place to add to your local restaurant rotation. Located at 1292 Route 22 amid a scenic backdrop, The Arch offers a variety of traditional brunch and dinner cuisine. Start with a garden salad or a cup of chilled cucumber soup and pair it with a savory and mouthwatering entree like grilled organic chicken breast paillard with lemon herb butter or black Angus New York str…

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by Valerie Musson