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Norovirus Outbreak Prompts Recall Of Oysters Sold In NY
New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Washington DC residents are being urged to avoid consuming certain oysters after a recall linked to a norovirus outbreak, federal officials announced. The contaminated oysters were sold under the brands Fanny Bay, Buckley Bay, and Royal Miyagi and harvested between Dec. 1 and Dec. 9, 2024, from British Columbia (BC), Canada, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The oysters, distributed by S&M Shellfish Co. of San Francisco, were shipped to retailers and restaurants across several states, including New Jersey, New York, Pe…
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Iconic Waldorf Astoria To Reopen After Years-Long Makeover: Here’s When
An iconic New York hotel will soon be reopening after a years-long renovation. The Waldorf Astoria is on track to be up and running in the spring. It has been closed for renovation since February 2017. The hotel's online reservation system went live last week. An announcement on its website states, "We are opening Spring 2025 and are now accepting reservations for stays and groups beginning September 2025." Known for its Art Deco design and rich history, the Waldorf Astoria has been a symbol of luxury since its original opening in 1931. Over the decades, it has hosted countless celebriti…
Lifestyle
Tri-State 'Jeopardy!' Showdown: NJ, NY Contestants Will Battle It Out Tonight
A fierce tri-state "Jeopardy!" rivalry will take place Thursday night, Dec. 5 Garwood, NJ native Lisa DiLeo will face off against two-time defending "Jeopardy!" champion Stevie Ruiz from Long Island and retired grant writer Dave Bond from West Henrietta, NY. DiLeo, 56, a business support analyst, will make her "Jeopardy!" debut, aiming to dethrone Ruiz, whose two-day winnings are nearing $36,000. Ruiz, who is making his third appearance, recently defeated Maryland minister Kimberley Debus ($3,000) and retiree Gloria Nastas from Michigan ($2,000) in Wednesday's episode. Wheel…
Business
Nationwide Ground Beef Recall Issued Over E. Coli Contamination Risk
A major, nationwide recall is underway for more than 167,000 pounds of ground beef due to possible contamination with E. coli. Wolverine Packing Co., based in Detroit, issued the recall, the US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced late Wednesday night, Nov. 20. The affected products include fresh ground beef with a “use by” date of Nov. 14 and frozen products marked with a production date of Oct. 22. The items, bearing establishment number “EST. 2574B” inside the USDA inspection mark, were shipped to restaurants nationwide. View the full product …
Lifestyle
New Hudson Valley Eatery Serves Up Modern American Fare
A Hudson Valley cafe that opened a little over a year ago has become a beloved neighborhood destination, according to foodies and casual diners. The Four Star Cafe in Rockland County, in Congers, is known for its small plates, pizzas, good food, and stiff drinks. Yelper Global M. said: "Should be called five-star cafe. Nothing else to say beyond that. Good food. Good service. Especially make sure to get dessert." The pizzas, flamed-grilled burgers, and many appetizers, including the Bronx-style calamari and the petit lamb chops, seem to be menu favorites. But there's ple…
Lifestyle
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…
Business
Husband-Wife Team To Open New 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; …
Business
Here's Where To Get Spooky Cocktails In Westchester: 'To Die For'
If you're looking to celebrate spooky season with some fall-themed cocktails, a Northern Westchester restaurant's "Voodoo Lounge" promises to delight. As Halloween approaches, Crawdaddy's Creole Kitchen in Pleasantville at 68 Wheeler Ave. is marking the occasion by offering "Cocktails To Die For" in their "Voodoo Lounge," the only one of its kind in the entire county. Visitors can enjoy their spooky drinks pre- or post-dinner in the lounge, which gives off eerie vibes and is a perfect setting to get in the Halloween spirit. Crawdaddy's Creole Kitchen The featured c…
Sports
Best Restaurants To Try If You're Going To Jets Or Giants Game
Watched the New York Jets and New York Giants in Week 1 and already having second thoughts about buying a ticket to see them play at MetLife Stadium this year? Well, there are plenty of restaurants and bars around the stadium if you're planning to see the Giants attempt to rebound from their dismal 2023 season or see if Gang Green can live up to the hype. And who knows, pick the right spot and you might see Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers, a Cedar Grove resident, celebrating what Jets fans hope will be many home victories this season. Marcus Live! Bar & Grille in American D…
Business
New Chick-fil-A Now Open For Business In Greenburgh: Here's Where
Only weeks after the opening of a new Chick-fil-A in Westchester, another of the chain's locations in the county has also opened its doors to those craving chicken sandwiches. The new Chick-fil-A eatery, located in Greenburgh at the Midway Shopping Center at 913B Central Park Ave., officially opened for business on Wednesday, Aug. 7. The location is owned and operated by Joshua Riley, who has spent nearly two decades with the company and will run the restaurant alongside his wife, Pangshua, and their two children, Jas and Sophia. "I took a chance on Chick-fil-A …
Business
Westchester Restaurant Announces Closure: Here's Last Day
A well-liked Westchester restaurant known for its unique cocktails and oysters has announced its last day in business. Saltaire Oyster Bar and Kitchen, located in Port Chester at 55 Abendroth Ave., will open for the last time on Sunday, July 14, the owners announced on social media on Friday, July 5. The owners, Leslie and Elizabeth Barnes, did not make a reason for the closure public. The restaurant is known for offering a daily selection of oysters from several different regions, including Canada, northern New England, and even the West Coast. It also features a raw bar…
Business
Westchester Restaurant Announces Sale: Here's Last Day Of Service
After nearly a decade, the owners of a well-liked Westchester sports bar have decided to sell their business. In an announcement on Monday, June 10, the owners of North End Tavern, located in New Rochelle at 1301 North Ave., said they would sell their establishment to a new ownership group after eight years in business. Although the owners did not specify the circumstances behind their decisions, they said it was for "many good reasons." "We were very proud to serve New Rochelle and the surrounding communities and value deeply the relationships we have made," the owners w…
Business
Restaurant Transforms Into Steakhouse After 14 Years In Yonkers
After more than a decade, a restaurant located on a Westchester County waterfront is beginning a new chapter. The opening of One Pier Steakhouse, located in Yonkers at the former site of Dolphin Restaurant at 1 Van Der Donck St., was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, May 10. The new steakhouse, which opened in early April, replaces Dolphin Restaurant after 14 years, the owners said on social media. "On behalf of Dolphin Restaurant, we would like to thank everyone, friends, family and our loyal patrons for making the last 14 years on the Yonkers waterfront ext…
Lifestyle
Westchester's Tortilla Project Ups The Taco Game With Unusual Selections
If you aren't burned out from tacos from Cinco de Mayo and need a taco fix, then a new restaurant in the Hudson Valley specializing in handmade tortillas (think jalapeno) and small plates might be a new favorite. Northern Westchester's The Tortilla Project, located in Baldwin Place, is making waves with foodies and Yelpers for its eclectic mix of tacos, side dishes, tapas, and craft cocktails. Opened in January and located in a strip mall, you will first notice that the small restaurant's sleek decor is not strip mall material, according to Yelpers. One Yelper put it this way: "The v…
Business
Pair Of Leading Restaurant Chains Could Combine, Report Says
Two of the nation's leading restaurant chains may soon combine, according to a brand-new report. Under the plan, IHOP and Applebee's would share dining space, the Nation's Restaurant News says., Both eateries are owned by California-based Dine Brands. The company has already launched eight prototype combined IHOP/Applebee's locations -- all in international markets outside the US, the report said. The prototypes feature “discrete entrances,” while inside guests can be seated in both spaces when necessary and possible, Dine Brands CEO John Peyton told the outlet. This would allow overflo…
Business
New 'Thriving' Eatery Now Serving Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner In Westchester
A new restaurant serving all three meals of the day and plenty of cocktails has officially opened up for business in Westchester. Beer Garden Bar & Grill, located in Yonkers at 887 Midland Ave., is now open to customers, Yonkers city officials announced on Friday, Nov. 3. In a social media post, officials said the new eatery joined the city's "family of thriving local businesses." The grill serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and also offers takeout in addition to dining in. Visitors can also stop by the bar to grab a drink. Some delicious menu items include B…
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Great Save: NY's Own Bob Costas Saves Diner's Life Using Heimlich, Report Says
A famed NBC sports broadcaster, born and raised in New York, is being called a hero after he apparently saved a restaurant-goer’s life, according to a new report. Long Island native Bob Costas, the legendary commentator and Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame inductee from Commack, became a hero when he performed the Heimlich maneuver on a fellow diner at a restaurant, an exclusive report by Page Six claims. It has not been revealed where Costas was dining at the time of the incident, but the magazine reported that when another patron at the eatery, who was not seated with the broadcaster, b…
Lifestyle
These Westchester Restaurants Rank Highest For Best Burgers
If you’re looking for a high-caliber hamburger in Westchester, you can’t go wrong with these choices, according to a ranking by Yelp. Of the “best burgers in Westchester County,” the following restaurants ranked in the top 5 based on customer ratings. No. 5 - The Wooden Spoon in New Rochelle One of several burger offerings at The Wooden Spoon in New Rochelle.The Wooden Spoon on Facebook Billing itself as Westchester’s best new burger joint, The Wooden Spoon serves up several enticing burgers, including one dubbed “The Grease Truck,” that comes with a beef patty, fried pickles, fried on…
Business
'Cutest' New Sandwich Shop In Irvington Draws Praise For 'Great' Menu
There's a cute little shop in Westchester that might draw you in for the butcher shop with piles of delicious meats, but the smell of sizzling sandwiches and other delights will have you pulling up a chair for a bite to eat. And there's plenty to eat at That Family Feeling Shop & Grill in Irvington-on-Hudson, from the family-size Philly sandwiches to the sizzling soups and fresh burgers and salads. Known around the area as that "cute sandwich shop," That Family Feeling is also known for having the nicest staff and of yeah, great chocolate cake. Quickly becoming a favorite with foodies …
Lifestyle
Popular Hudson Valley Restaurant's New Location In Westchester Off To Strong Start
For those looking for something different to try for dinner, check out the new tapas bar in Westchester that is quickly becoming a fan of foodies and racking up five-star reviews online. The Basque Tapas Bar in Tarrytown is just the spot to visit with friends and load on an assortment of small plates to share as you enjoy the quality ingredients the restaurant is known for. The new restaurant is the sister to Basque in Piermont across the river in Rockland County. The Tarrytown location is every bit as good and offers the same Spanish flavors with a flair, according to online reviewers. "H…
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NY Styrofoam Ban Takes Effect Jan. 1: Here's What To Know
New York State's ban on single-use Styrofoam food and beverage containers and packing peanuts will soon take effect. According to the state Department of Environmental Conservatism, the ban on packing peanuts and food and beverage containers made of polystyrene foam, often known by the brand name Styrofoam, will go into effect on Saturday, Jan. 1. The goal of the ban is to help protect the environment, as foam packaging is a major contributor to environmental litter, harming waterways, wildlife and more. Officials said under the new ban, no food service provider or store covered in the lis…
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New Bars, Restaurants In NYC To Open More Quickly Under Legislation Signed By Hochul
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed new legislation in an effort to make it easier for new bars, restaurants and breweries to open quickly. The new legislative package allows temporary retail permits to be issued to bars and restaurants opening in New York City, officials announced on Wednesday, Dec. 22. Officials said the current law prevents businesses in the city to be granted temporary liquor licenses, and the State Liquor Authority can only provide the permanent licenses after a lengthy review process. The new legislation allows the State Liquor Authority to grant temporary liquor l…
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Covid-
19: NYC Will Become First US City To Require Proof Of Vaccination For Indoor Dining, Gyms
New York City is set to become the first city in the United States where proof of vaccination against COVID-19 will be required for indoor dining at restaurants and for entry at gyms. Enforcement of the new program will begin on Monday, Sept. 13. The rule also applies to indoor entertainment and performances. Mayor Bill de Blasio said he knows some will not agree with the measure, but he said will be lifesaving, as it will guarantee a higher level of vaccination. Customers will be required to use the Excelsior app, the city's digital app or show a paper card to enter indoor venues.&n…
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Tyson Recalls Millions Of Pounds Of Chicken Products Due To Possible Listeria Contamination
Tyson Foods has issued a recall for about 8.5 million pounds of ready-to-eat, frozen chicken products because they may be contaminated with Listeria. The brands were produced between Dec. 26, 2020, and April 13, 2021, according to an announcement by the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. P-7089” on the product bag or inside the USDA mark of inspection. The items were shipped nationwide to retailers and institutions, including hospitals, nursing facilities, restaurants, schools, and Department of Defense locat…
Lifestyle
Covid-
19: NY's Easing Of Restrictions Starts; Here's What It Means
Time to get back in the New York Groove. The Empire State took its largest step forward so far in reopening the economy as New York ramps up its COVID-19 vaccination program and looks toward a return to normalcy as more businesses open up. As of Wednesday, May 19, capacity restrictions and curfews have largely been lifted in New York, and anyone fully vaccinated will no longer be required to continue wearing facial coverings. The mandatory midnight closing time for bars and restaurants ended for outdoor dining areas beginning on Monday, May 17, and for indoor dining areas on Monday, May …
Business
Covid-
19: Lift On Restrictions For NY Restaurants, Businesses Starts
Several state-imposed curfews and restrictions placed on businesses in New York during the COVID-19 pandemic are set to be lifted this week as the state continues reopening the economy. The mandatory midnight closing time for bars and restaurants will end for outdoor dining areas beginning on Monday, May 17, and for indoor dining areas on Monday, May 31. As of Wednesday, May 19, New York will also be lifting many of its mask mandates for fully vaccinated people. Related story - COVID-19: Date Announced When Mask Mandate Will Be Dropped For Vaccinated People In NY Addition…
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Covid-
19: NY Sets Date To End Most Capacity Restrictions, Curfews
A host of COVID-19 restrictions in New York are set to be rescinded as part of a massive tri-state effort as the country continues to recover from the pandemic. Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced that beginning on Wednesday, May 19, most pandemic-related capacity restrictions will be lifted in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut after being forced to shut down more than a year ago. As of May 19, capacity restrictions will be lifted in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut for: Restaurants; Museums; Theaters; Broadway; Retail; Shops; Gyms and fitness centers; Amusement and family entertainment …
Politics
Covid-
19: Here's When New York City Will Reopen '100 Percent,' Mayor Says
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio has big summer plans for the Big Apple. In a sweeping statement, de Blasio declared that New York City will be ready for reopening as of Thursday, July 1, marking the first time it was open for business since the shutdown began in March last year as COVID-19 rapidly spread through the region. At the height of the pandemic last year, where New York City was at the epicenter of the initial outbreak, an average of more than 800 virus-related deaths were reported, though that number has dropped to approximately 40 a year later as the number of vaccines adminis…
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Covid-
19: New York Amusement Parks, Family Centers, Given Green Light To Reopen
With COVID-19 numbers continuing to drop in New York, Gov. Andrew Cuomo has offered new guidance on reopening amusement parks, indoor family entertainment centers, and summer camps. Cuomo announced on Wednesday, Feb. 17 that indoor family entertainment centers can open up to 25 percent capacity on Friday, March 26, with social distancing rules and temperature checks put in place. Any ride or attraction that cannot maintain social distance will remain closed. Amusement parks will be reopening on Friday, April 9 up to 33 percent capacity with tickets sold in advance. No specific guidance…
Lifestyle
Downtown Takeout Week Includes Customized Packages In Yonkers
With the COVID-19 pandemic still limiting dining out, and restaurants still struggling, the Yonkers Downtown Business Improvement District has come up with an interesting take on take-out with "Yonkers Downtown Takeout Week." The event features 11 downtown restaurants that have each created a customized takeout package for $40. "We encourage you to support our restaurants by placing your orders for some delicious food at an affordable price," BID said. And all of the specials really are specials and worth taking the time to make that call and support area restaurants. The event runs…
Lifestyle
Covid-
19: NY Restaurants In Orange Zone Can Resume Indoor Dining, Court Rules
Following a judicial ruling, New York is loosening the restrictions on restaurants that are located in designated COVID-19 “orange zones.” Gov. Andrew Cuomo said that restaurants in “orange zones” will be permitted to reopen under “yellow zone” restrictions. Previously, indoor dining had been banned at restaurants in the “orange zones.” The decision comes after a judge ruled that restaurants in “orange zones” may reopen in upstate New York earlier this week. In “yellow zones,” restaurants can open for indoor and outdoor dining, though capacities are capped, and only four-person parties ar…
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