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Babylon, NY
Lifestyle
Most 'Over-The-Top' Milkshakes? Babylon Eatery Among Cream Of The Crop, Foodies Say Most 'Over-The-Top' Milkshakes? Babylon Eatery Among Cream Of The Crop, Foodies Say
Most 'Over-The-Top' Milkshakes? Babylon Eatery Among Cream Of The Crop, Foodies Say From rainbow cookies to cereal explosions, these milkshakes are anything but vanilla. When Bobby Votino asked a simple question in the Long Island Foodies Facebook group — “Is there anywhere in Suffolk that serves over the top milkshakes?” — the answers came pouring in thicker than a double-churned chocolate malt. Three local favorites quickly rose to the top of the frothy fray: Babylon Burger Bar, Burgerology, and Dang BBQ — each earning multiple mentions and milky praise from fans. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Babylon Burger…

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by Michael Mashburn
Hartford, CT
Business
Chipotle's Newest Menu Item Brings The Heat With A Sweet Twist: Check It Out Chipotle's Newest Menu Item Brings The Heat With A Sweet Twist: Check It Out
Chipotle's Newest Menu Item Brings The Heat With A Sweet Twist: Check It Out Chipotle's latest menu addition is turning up the heat while also keeping things sweet. The fast-casual chain is adding chipotle honey chicken to its options, the company said in a news release on Thursday, Mar. 6. The new flavor is a bold, smoky, and slightly sweet twist on Chipotle's classic grilled chicken. Chipotle tested out the honey chicken in Nashville and Sacramento before the limited-time launch across North America and Europe. "Chipotle honey chicken was our top performing limited-time offer in test markets and we're excited for guests to taste this bold, new protein w…

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by Chris Spiker
Cockeysville-Hunt Valley, MD
Business
This Spicy, Yet Tropical Seasoning Is 2025's Biggest Flavor, Hunt Valley-Based McCormick Says This Spicy, Yet Tropical Seasoning Is 2025's Biggest Flavor, Hunt Valley-Based McCormick Says
This Spicy, Yet Tropical Seasoning Is 2025's Biggest Flavor, Hunt Valley-Based McCormick Says A South American pepper known for fruity and tropical notes with moderate heat is one spice company's top flavor for 2025. McCormick named aji amarillo as its 2025 Flavor of the Year, the company said in a news release on Tuesday, Jan. 28. The announcement marks the 25th anniversary of the Hunt Valley, Maryland, company's annual Flavor Forecast, a global culinary report that has shaped food trends for decades. Aji amarillo, which translates to "yellow chile pepper," is popular in many dishes from Peru and grows primarily in South America. The vibrant pepper matures into …

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by Chris Spiker
Riverhead, NY
Lifestyle
Salad Pizza Has Long Islanders Divided: ‘Blasphemy’ Salad Pizza Has Long Islanders Divided: ‘Blasphemy’
Salad Pizza Has Long Islanders Divided: ‘Blasphemy’ Forget red sauce or white sauce, thin crust or deep dish — the real question is salad or no salad? On top, that is. New Yorkers are talking after a curious image popped up on the Long Island Foodies Facebook page: a slice of pizza topped with a chicken Caesar salad. “It’s a bad picture, but in your experience, is a salad slice normally on a regular slice?” Sam Marshak asked his fellow foodies. “I’ve never seen this, so just curious what the norm is.” Yes, if you’re like this reporter and didn’t know, “salad pizza” is a thing. The pies are typically made sans the tomato sauce, with either…

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by Michael Mashburn
Massapequa, NY
Lifestyle
'Mac Attack' Sandwich Becoming Popular At This Long Island Deli 'Mac Attack' Sandwich Becoming Popular At This Long Island Deli
'Mac Attack' Sandwich Becoming Popular At This Long Island Deli The "Mac Attack" sandwich has a growing following at a popular Long Island deli. The creation at Hometown Heroes deli in West Islip is the brainchild of co-owner Diane Mowris, her husband and co-owner Ronnie Mowris told Daily Voice, before turning a phone chat over to Diane. There is a photo of the chicken cutlet and macaroni and cheese hero on the Instagram page of HomeTown Heroes in West Islip. The image evokes plenty of hashtag OMGs and hundreds of likes. "It's one of our most popular sandwiches right now," she said. "We make macaroni and cheese and 'Macaroni Bites' which are…

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by Donna Christopher
Fairfield, CT
Lifestyle
Here Are Five Places Where Hawaiian Poke Is Catching On In Fairfield County Here Are Five Places Where Hawaiian Poke Is Catching On In Fairfield County
Here Are Five Places Where Hawaiian Poke Is Catching On In Fairfield County Poke is the photogenic star of Instagram.  The modern food trend has also caught on in Fairfield County. Not quite, but rooted in a traditional Hawaaiin sashimi dish, a poke bowl is layered with fresh, sushi-grade raw, marinated fish, often tuna or salmon, with rice and vegetables, then topped with a savory sauce, often like umami or spicy mayonnaise. "It's popular because it is a very healthy food," said Yoki Lin, chef-owner of Poke House in Danbury, one of five places to try poke bowls in the area. Poké House, 130 Federal Road, Danbury: Across from Stew Leonards, the Hawaaiin …

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by Donna Christopher
Greenwich, CT
Business
Greenwich Businessman Is 'On A Roll' With New Ice Cream Franchise Greenwich Businessman Is 'On A Roll' With New Ice Cream Franchise
Greenwich Businessman Is 'On A Roll' With New Ice Cream Franchise GREENWICH, Conn. -- A Greenwich businessman is behind the new rolled ice cream trend. Brett Wien is the franchise owner of Sweet Charlie's, which will open its first Westchester, N.Y. location in Mamaroneck later this month.  The franchise combines the art of making Thai inspired ice cream rolls with modern American showmanship to create a one of a kind experience for all ages.  All ice cream and/or frozen yogurt is made to order on a super cold surface that is below 20 degrees. "The best part is… it tastes delicious!" said  CFO and Co-Founder Steven Billing. Ingredients are fr…

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by Jeanne Muchnick