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Shake Shack Launching Foods Based On Hearty Soup: See What's On The Menu Shake Shack Launching Foods Based On Hearty Soup: See What's On The Menu
Shake Shack Launching Foods Based On Hearty Soup: See What's On The Menu The newest burger at Shake Shack is inspired by a hearty soup just in time for fall. Shake Shack is launching a new line of foods based on French onion soup on Friday, Sept. 12. Shack App users gained early access to the menu on Tuesday, Sept. 9. The quarter-pound French Onion Soup Burger will feature Gruyère cheese, caramelized onions, crispy sweet onions, and roasted garlic parmesan aioli on a toasted potato bun. Fans can order it as a single, double, or triple patty. Other new offerings include the French Onion 'Shroom Burger, a crisp-fried portobello stuffed with melted Muens…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Portnoy’s 9.2 Score Sends NYC Slice Joint Into Full Meltdown: 'You Ruined My Spot' Portnoy’s 9.2 Score Sends NYC Slice Joint Into Full Meltdown: 'You Ruined My Spot'
Portnoy’s 9.2 Score Sends NYC Slice Joint Into Full Meltdown: 'You Ruined My Spot' Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy has reviewed hundreds of slices — but when he walked out of Ceres Pizza in Manhattan this week, he looked stunned. “This is as good of a slice as you could have,” he said outside of the 164 Mott St. shop. “Just about the best single slice I’ve ever had.” And that wasn't even the official review yet. Portnoy gave the shop's cheese pie a 9.2 — one of the highest scores ever handed out in his One Bite series. “I can’t remember the last time I gave out a 9,” he said. Ceres was launched by chefs Jake Serebnick and Julian Geldmacher, both formerly of Eleven…

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by Cecilia Levine
Business
Beloved Restaurant Abruptly Closes In Region: 'You Will Be Missed’ Beloved Restaurant Abruptly Closes In Region: 'You Will Be Missed’
Beloved Restaurant Abruptly Closes In Region: 'You Will Be Missed’ A beloved Capital Region restaurant has shut its doors for good. The Trestle Restaurant & Pub, located at 2 Cohoes Road in Watervliet, announced its sudden closure on Tuesday night, April 29, via a heartfelt Facebook post. “With a heavy heart, we regret to inform you that The Trestle Restaurant and Pub will be closing the doors at the end of business tonight,” owners John Holland and Chris Richards wrote. “Stop in for a farewell drink and to give us the opportunity to thank you for your support!” The unexpected announcement marked the end of a brief but well-loved run. The restaurant’s…

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by Michael Mashburn
Lifestyle
New York Icon Martha Stewart Calls Longwood Gardens A 'Must-Visit' After PA Trip New York Icon Martha Stewart Calls Longwood Gardens A 'Must-Visit' After PA Trip
New York Icon Martha Stewart Calls Longwood Gardens A 'Must-Visit' After PA Trip Martha Stewart took a trip through Pennsylvania's famed Longwood Gardens while making live appearances at QVC in West Chester, she shared this week. Stewart, 83, stopped by the historic botanical center in Kennett Square after her latest QVC visit, marveling at the gardens’ expansive beauty, rich history, and incredible plant collections. Longwood Gardens, originally inhabited by the Lenape tribe, later became a Quaker farm under George Peirce in 1700. Over centuries, it evolved into a stunning public garden, thanks to industrialist Pierre du Pont, who purchased and transformed the property…

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by Jillian Pikora
Business
Popular Italian Restaurant In Region Closing After 18 Years: 'Many Thanks' Popular Italian Restaurant In Region Closing After 18 Years: 'Many Thanks'
Popular Italian Restaurant In Region Closing After 18 Years: 'Many Thanks' For nearly two decades, MezzaNotte Ristorante in Guilderland has been a cherished spot for Italian cuisine, special celebrations, and warm hospitality.  Now, after 18 years in business, the family-run restaurant is preparing to serve its final meals. The beloved restaurant will permanently close on Saturday, April 12, owner Connie Ware announced on Facebook. “After 18 years of owning and running a successful restaurant, it’s time to retire,” Ware wrote. “I’ve loved serving and seeing the smiling faces that have visited us at MezzaNotte and will miss the friendship and warmth shown…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Three NY Restaurants Named To Yelp's Top 100 Places To Eat In US Three NY Restaurants Named To Yelp's Top 100 Places To Eat In US
Three NY Restaurants Named To Yelp's Top 100 Places To Eat In US Several restaurants in the Northeast are among the best 100 places to eat in the US, according to a new list. Yelp has released its 2025 Top 100 Places to Eat list, spotlighting everything from food trucks and fast-casual gems to fine dining standouts. The list was created from restaurant reviews, ratings, and activity, then further curated by community managers and Yelp's "trend expert." Peruvian Cuisine In Dutch Country Chellas Arepa Kitchen in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, was ranked No. 5 in the nation, standing out for its Peruvian-inspired arepas stuffed with options like honey-roasted BBQ…

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by Chris Spiker
Lifestyle
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
Lifestyle
'This Restaurant Will Blow You Away': New Eatery Making Mark In Region 'This Restaurant Will Blow You Away': New Eatery Making Mark In Region
'This Restaurant Will Blow You Away': New Eatery Making Mark In Region 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