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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
Lifestyle
NY Eatery With Menu Crafted For Sharing Ranks No. 1 Nationwide In New Restaurant List NY Eatery With Menu Crafted For Sharing Ranks No. 1 Nationwide In New Restaurant List
NY Eatery With Menu Crafted For Sharing Ranks No. 1 Nationwide In New Restaurant List The East Coast is well-represented on Yelp's just-released rankings of the best new restaurants in 2024. "For this list, the data team analyzed business rating and review volume for restaurants opened in the last 18 months," Yelp said. NY Well-Represented Leading the pack is Mēdüzā Mediterrania, located in Manhattan’s Meatpacking District.  This top-ranked eatery specializes in “Mezze” dishes, which are typically served as appetizers or light meals in Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and Balkan cuisines.  The menu is crafted for sharing and features a delightful variety of f…

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by Joe Lombardi
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
Business
Capital Region Mall Announces Closure Of 3 Stores, Opening Of 3 More Capital Region Mall Announces Closure Of 3 Stores, Opening Of 3 More
Capital Region Mall Announces Closure Of 3 Stores, Opening Of 3 More It’s out with the old and in with the new at this popular shopping destination in the region. Saratoga County’s Clifton Park Center Mall announced that three of its stores have closed: The Indian restaurant Kati Roll Wala, the CBD Store, and Claire’s. All three businesses were closed as of Sunday, June 30. “The principal of Kati Roll Wala has received an amazing opportunity outside of the region, and while we are saddened by the news, we are very excited for their future venture and wish them the best of luck!” the mall said in a Facebook post. Meanwhile, customers of the CBD Store can vi…

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by Michael Mashburn