Orange County Pizza Joint The 'Go To' Spot For Locals Orange County Pizza Joint The 'Go To' Spot For Locals
Orange County Pizza Joint The 'Go To' Spot For Locals Sometimes you just have to have a piece of pizza that you know will be the same time after time and can just taste the cheeses and sauces oozing in your mouth as you head out the door. In Orange County, that spot for locals is Colandrea Pizza King on Route 211 E. in Middletown. As Diane S. says on Yelp: "This is my go-to pizza restaurant in Middletown. Every Pizza, Every Slice is delicious! I order through the Slice App. Every pizza has been PERFECTION! Yeah, I've tried other restaurants and their toppings were stingy. Colandrea rocks!!!!"  Open since 1980, Colandrea is not a fancy pl…
Talk Show Filming In Region Searches For Guests Talk Show Filming In Region Searches For Guests
Talk Show Filming In Region Searches For Guests Have an issue that needs to be sorted out? You could get paid to do it on TV – and meet an iconic television host. “Karamo Show,” hosted by Karamo Brown of Netflix’s “Queer Eye,” is in search of its next guests for filming in Connecticut, in the city of Stamford. In a casting call posted to the audition site Backstage, the show says it’s looking for people going through a tough time who need help and advice – think estranged relationships, a betrayal between friends, etc. “There is no doubt that if you come into this with an open mind and heart and want to share your story, you’ll leave…
Comedian Susie Essman Dines At Rockland County Restaurant Comedian Susie Essman Dines At Rockland County Restaurant
Comedian Susie Essman Dines At Rockland County Restaurant A popular Hudson Valley restaurant had a big-time TV comedian stop by for dinner, and well, we hope a laugh or two. Susie Essman, known for her yelling and high jinks with Larry David on "Curb Your Enthusiasm," on Max made a stop in Orange County at II Fresco in Orangeburg on Wednesday, Jan. 3. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Frank Garritano (@ilfresconewyork) Owner Frank Garritano was quick to post her visit to Instagram and commented on how the show was one of his family's favorite shows. No word on if she yelled at Garritano,…
New Hudson Valley Restaurant Serves Up Sandwiches Made With Pizza Dough New Hudson Valley Restaurant Serves Up Sandwiches Made With Pizza Dough
New Hudson Valley Restaurant Serves Up Sandwiches Made With Pizza Dough Open for a month, a hot new Italian gastropub in the Hudson Valley is quickly making a name for itself with foodies and online reviewers with plenty of five-star reviews. Spettro, (ghost in Italian) located in Dutchess County, is not your usual pizza joint. Nestled at 44 Lagrange Ave., in Poughkeepsie, visitors will know the difference the minute they walk in by the atmosphere of the restaurant, Sure they serve pizzas and sandwiches, but they also offer upscale pasta dishes for dinner and Sunday brunch. They are also quickly becoming known for their unique "pillowy-type" sandwiches called p…
Hudson Valley Player Walks Away With $50K In Third-Prize Powerball Win Hudson Valley Player Walks Away With $50K In Third-Prize Powerball Win
Hudson Valley Player Walks Away With $50K In Third-Prize Powerball Win A Powerball fan started off the New Year in the Hudson Valley with a pocket full of cash after winning $50,000 as a third-prize winner. The player, who purchased the ticket in Rockland County at the Super 7 Express, 75 Orange Turnpike, in Sloatsburg, for the Wednesday, Jan. 3 game, selected four correct numbers plus the Powerball. The winning numbers were 30 - 31 - 38 - 48 - 68 with a Powerball of 8. The Powerball drawing is held at 11 p.m. every, Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
Hudson Valley Man Claims $1M After Buying Top-Prize Lottery Ticket Hudson Valley Man Claims $1M After Buying Top-Prize Lottery Ticket
Hudson Valley Man Claims $1M After Buying Top-Prize Lottery Ticket A Northern Westchester man is starting the new year off right by claiming a $1 million prize won from a top-prize lottery ticket.  Bedford Hills resident Rene Sandoval Guzman claimed a $1 million prize after purchasing a winning VIP Millions scratch-off game ticket at a Mount Kisco business, the New York Lottery announced on Tuesday, Jan. 2.  The top-prize winning ticket was bought at Henry’s Delicatessen located at 351 Lexington Ave., officials said. After claiming his prize, Guzman received a one-time lump sum payment of $591,000 once the IRS …
Popular Restaurant In Region Closing After 10 Years Popular Restaurant In Region Closing After 10 Years
Popular Restaurant In Region Closing After 10 Years With plenty of five-star reviews and legions of fans, many foodies in the region will be sad to hear that one of their favorites is closing its doors. Sullivan County's Soy Asian Cusine, in Monticello, known for their homemade dumplings, sushi, and "very good Japanese food," according to a Yelper, announced on their Facebook page they will be closing on Monday, Jan. 15. The restaurant didn't give a reason for the closure but did say they wanted to thank everyone for their business and that they would be missed. Always popular with foodies, one diner had this to say just last month on Yelp:…
'It Was Magical': Billy Crystal, NY Native, Receives Kennedy Center Honors 'It Was Magical': Billy Crystal, NY Native, Receives Kennedy Center Honors
'It Was Magical': Billy Crystal, NY 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, …
New Hudson Valley Restaurant Getting Rave Reviews For Variety, Fresh Offerings New Hudson Valley Restaurant Getting Rave Reviews For Variety, Fresh Offerings
New Hudson Valley Restaurant Getting Rave Reviews For Variety, Fresh Offerings A new Thai restaurant in the Hudson Valley is wowing diners with its bright, fresh flavors, according to online foodies. Located in Dutchess County, Lopburi Thai opened in mid-October in Wappingers Falls and usually has a line out the door, in part because they only seat about 15 to 20 people at a time. But don't let that deter you from trying one of the new hot spots in the village (they also have take-out) that is named after the owner's hometown in Thailand.  The menu features plenty of curry dishes, as well as seafood, duck, Pad Thai, and many standard favorite Thai dishes.  …
'Food Was DEE LISH': New Taco Spot Off To Strong Start In Hudson Valley 'Food Was DEE LISH': New Taco Spot Off To Strong Start In Hudson Valley
'Food Was DEE Lish': New Taco Spot Off To Strong Start In Hudson Valley Just months after holding its grand opening, a new eatery in the Hudson Valley has already become a hit amongst taco lovers.  Tacoland, located in Putnam County at 4 Church St. in the town of Carmel, has received a rave reception from visitors since opening on Friday, Sept. 1. Those who stop by will be able to try tacos with a wide variety of fillings, including steak, birria, marinated pork, grilled chicken, beef tongue, grilled tilapia, and shrimp.  People’s favorites Birria Tacos!!! 📍 4 church St. Carmel NY Come and try our varieties of meats and salsas, or call to Pic…
50 Cent Makes Stop At Stew Leonard's Location In Hudson Valley, Meets With Fans, Officials 50 Cent Makes Stop At Stew Leonard's Location In Hudson Valley, Meets With Fans, Officials
50 Cent Makes Stop At Stew Leonard's Location In Hudson Valley, Meets With Fans, Officials Elected officials, police, and fans had their chance to be star-struck when famous rapper 50 Cent made a stop at a Stew Leonard's location in Westchester to hold a signing event.  The 48-year-old acclaimed rapper stopped by Stew Leonard's Wines & Spirits of Yonkers, located at 1 Stew Leonard Dr., on Thursday night, Dec. 28 to promote his cognac brand, Branson, and his champagne, Le Chemin du Roi.  Earlier Report - 50 Cent Holds Signing Event At Stew Leonard's In Yonkers While there, 50 Cent met with Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano and Westchester County Legislator Jam…
Pair Of Powerball Tickets Worth $100K Each Sold In Hudson Valley, Including Orange County Pair Of Powerball Tickets Worth $100K Each Sold In Hudson Valley, Including Orange County
Pair Of Powerball Tickets Worth $100K Each Sold In Hudson Valley, Including Orange County Rather than silver and gold, two lucky lottery players received large sums of cash for Christmas after purchasing winning Powerball tickets at stores in the Hudson Valley.  The third-prize-winning Powerball Powerplay tickets were sold for the Christmas drawing on Monday, Dec. 25 at locations in Westchester and Orange counties, New York Lottery officials announced.  The winning tickets included: A ticket worth $100,000 sold in Yonkers at Le-Mac Pharmacy located at 623 McLean Ave.; A ticket worth $100,000 sold in Newburgh at Smokes 4 Less located at 59 North Plank Rd. The winning …