Taylor Swift-Inspired Pop-Up Restaurant Extends Dates On Long Island Taylor Swift-Inspired Pop-Up Restaurant Extends Dates On Long Island
Taylor Swift-Inspired Pop-Up Restaurant Extends Dates On Long Island The limited-time experience honoring a music icon has made Long Island Swiftie’s wildest dreams come true by extending its dates. The Taylor Swift-Inspired Dining Experience, or Pop Star Pop-Up, is just saying yes to sticking around – the eatery, which started at the beginning of December and was originally meant to serve guests until Sunday, Dec. 31, has now announced that it will extend its time in Long Beach until Wednesday, Jan. 31. Located at 906 West Beech Street, where The Ugly Duckling restaurant and bar usually is, the pop-up offers Swifties a themed, interactive brunch and dinner…
'The Best Best BEST': Long Island Restaurant Rebrands, Reopens To 5-Star Rating 'The Best Best BEST': Long Island Restaurant Rebrands, Reopens To 5-Star Rating
'The Best Best Best': Long Island Restaurant Rebrands, Reopens To 5-Star Rating A Long Island gastropub, which closed down and has re-opened with a whole new identity, has opened to rave reviews from diners. The Rabbit Hole Bar & Grill, located at 1960 Bayberry Avenue in Merrick, opened on Wednesday, Nov. 29. A rebrand of former seafood restaurant Anchor Down, the new-and-improved eatery (still owned and operated by Chef Stephen Rosenbluth) offers up tapas-style plates, craft cocktails, and more. Since its opening date, it’s received an overall 5-star rating on Yelp. “We have always loved Anchor Down, but the restaurant's rebranding as the Rabbit Hole is on ano…
'It Was Magical': Billy Crystal, Long Island Native, Receives Kennedy Center Honors 'It Was Magical': Billy Crystal, Long Island Native, Receives Kennedy Center Honors
'It Was Magical': Billy Crystal, Long Island Native, Receives Kennedy Center Honors Comedian, actor, and filmmaker Billy Crystal, who is from New York, was one of five other iconic figures celebrated at the 46th Kennedy Center Honors. Billy Crystal, known for his roles in movies such as “When Harry Met Sally...” and “City Slickers,” received his honors at the John F. Kennedy Center Opera House in Washington, DC in a pre-recorded show that was broadcast on Wednesday, Dec. 27. The 75-year-old Crystal, who was born in the Bronx and later moved to Long Beach on Long Island, was honored alongside Renée Fleming, Queen Latifah, Barry Gibb, and Dionne Warwick. “It was magical, …
'Beyond Words Delicious': Intimate Long Island Restaurant Opens To Rave Reviews 'Beyond Words Delicious': Intimate Long Island Restaurant Opens To Rave Reviews
'Beyond Words Delicious': Intimate Long Island Restaurant Opens To Rave Reviews An Italian restaurant featuring homemade pasta dishes and honoring cuisine from a region in northern Italy has opened to rave reviews. Gioia (which is Italian for “joy”) opened in Oyster Bay on Saturday, Dec. 9. “At Gioia, we believe that joy & pasta should be shared around the table, often and with love,” the restaurant’s website states – and tucked away at 94 South Street, Gioia’s cozy interior blends perfectly with the made-with-love vibe of its food, which celebrates the Emilia-Romagna region. “Legend. Drop the [mic],” wrote Mike T. of Oyster Bay on the eatery’s Yelp page. “Lov…
'Superbly Delicious' Spot Takes Over Former Huntington Station Eatery 'Superbly Delicious' Spot Takes Over Former Huntington Station Eatery
'Superbly Delicious' Spot Takes Over Former Huntington Station Eatery  A brand-new sushi and hibachi restaurant has opened up on Long Island, replacing the one that came before it and impressing diners. Honami Sushi Hibachi & Lounge, located at 179 Walt Whitman Road in Huntington Station, opened its doors to the public at the end of November 2023. Formerly the spot for the popular 110 Japan (rated four stars on Yelp before it closed), Honami had big shoes to fill. One month in and with a current rating of four stars, it appears that the new eatery has done just that. “Great new sushi spot,” wrote Bryan G. of Oyster Bay on Honami’s Yelp page. In…
Restaurant's Newest Long Island Location Is 'A Must-Try,' Diners Say Restaurant's Newest Long Island Location Is 'A Must-Try,' Diners Say
Restaurant's Newest Long Island Location Is 'A Must-Try,' Diners Say A food truck-turned-restaurant’s newest Long Island location has impressed guests with its “perfect” and “fabulous” food. Taco Island Tex-Mex, which has a food truck and a Mount Sinai location, opened up its newest spot in Farmingville, located at 2320 North Ocean Avenue, on Wednesday, Nov. 29. In the month since, the Mexican restaurant seems to have lived up to its claim that it serves “the best damn tacos on Long Island,” according to diners who have visited the new spot. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Taco Island Tex-Mex (…
New Huntington Eatery Is Best Spot For 'Quick, Affordable Bite,' Reviewer Says New Huntington Eatery Is Best Spot For 'Quick, Affordable Bite,' Reviewer Says
New Huntington Eatery Is Best Spot For 'Quick, Affordable Bite,' Reviewer Says A new Long Island market and eatery is delighting customers just weeks into business. Five High Marketplace, located in Huntington at 5 High Street, opened in early December 2023 in the former home of Crossroads Marketplace. In addition to convenience store staples like chips, candy, and fruit, the business boasts a salad bar “with every fresh topping and protein choice imaginable,” Devon Chloe Moezinia said on Facebook. Those looking for a quick bite can also choose from several signature sandwiches and all-day breakfast offerings. Its menu also features fresh pressed juices, smoothies, …
Photographer Helps Inmates Find ‘Dignity’ Through Self-Portrait Exhibit At Suffolk County Jail Photographer Helps Inmates Find ‘Dignity’ Through Self-Portrait Exhibit At Suffolk County Jail
Photographer Helps Inmates Find ‘Dignity’ Through Self-Portrait Exhibit At Suffolk County Jail Saskia Keeley has spent the last eight years in the West Bank, bringing Israeli and Palestinian women together to, in her words, break down barriers and build bridges of empathy. Her photography workshops allow the women to foster connections with one another. “At that time, I got to experience the camera in a whole new way, by seeing it as a tool for dialogue, understanding, and transformation,” she told Daily Voice. After returning to the US, Keeley vowed to continue serving populations that in her eyes have been “deprived of humanity and dignity.” Saskia Keeley. Saskia Keeley “I ha…
NYers Most Likely To Suffer From Sleep Disorders, Report Finds NYers Most Likely To Suffer From Sleep Disorders, Report Finds
NYers Most Likely To Suffer From Sleep Disorders, Report Finds If you find yourself struggling to get a good night’s sleep, you’re in good company, according to a new report. New Yorkers are the most likely to suffer from sleep disorders, according to a study from Eachnight. The website looked at Google search data for the most common sleep-related issues like “insomnia,” “sleep apnea,” and “restless leg syndrome” per 100,000 people. In 2023, New York residents averaged a monthly search volume of 569.86 for every 100,000 people, the most of any state, the report found. “Insomnia” was the most searched disorder with 28,600 monthly queries. The disor…
'Best Foodie Spot' Found At This Northport Restaurant, Online Reviewers Say 'Best Foodie Spot' Found At This Northport Restaurant, Online Reviewers Say
'Best Foodie Spot' Found At This Northport Restaurant, Online Reviewers Say If you’re looking for a meal to remember, don’t miss this Long Island hotspot. Maroni Cuisine, located in Northport at 18 Woodbine Avenue, garnered the most recommendations in a post on the Long Island Restaurant Group Facebook page asking where to find the “best foodie spot on Long Island.” “I’m thinking tasting menu or unique experience,” Patty Ann, of Babylon, said in her post Saturday, Dec. 16. Nearly 150 of her fellow foodies came to Ann’s aid, offering up their favorite Long Island dining spots serving up that something extra. Of course, there were a few wisecrackers in the comment…
Christmas Comes Early For NY Man After Winning $5M In Lotto Christmas Comes Early For NY Man After Winning $5M In Lotto
Christmas Comes Early For NY Man After Winning $5M In Lotto Christmas came early for this lucky New York Lottery winner. Northern Westchester County resident William Ciringione, of of Yorktown Heights, won big when he claimed his scratch-off prize, lottery officials announced on Thursday, Dec. 21. The massive $5 million prize, which he won on the Cash X100 scratch-off game, was sold at the 7-Eleven, located at 1949 Commerce St. in Yorktown Heights. Ciringione took his prize as a lump sum, totaling $3,255,000 after the required withholdings. Two top Cash X100 prizes are left as of publication. The New York State Lottery reminded players…
Combined $10M In NY Lottery Prizes Claimed By Man Using Same Set Of Numbers Combined $10M In NY Lottery Prizes Claimed By Man Using Same Set Of Numbers
Combined $10M In NY Lottery Prizes Claimed By Man Using Same Set Of Numbers Playing the same numbers on separate New York Lottery tickets paid off big time for one lucky player from the region. Robert Goldup, of Schenectady, claimed a CASH4LIFE ticket worth a combined $10 million, the NY Lottery announced. After buying five sets of numbers for the Tuesday, Sept. 19 drawing, Goldup decided to use the same five numbers on four of the five games and a different number for the sixth spot – the Cash Ball – for each game. The strategy paid off big time, earning Goldup one First Prize worth $7,000 a day for life and three Second Prizes worth an additional $1,000 a week f…