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'What A Find': Northern Westchester Eatery Still Drawing New Customers 10 Years After Opening 'What A Find': Northern Westchester Eatery Still Drawing New Customers 10 Years After Opening
'What A Find': Northern Westchester Eatery Still Drawing New Customers 10 Years After Opening Ten years after its launch, a restaurant in Northern Westchester continues to draw in new customers.  Jewel of Himalaya Restaurant launched the location in Yorktown Heights in 2012, in the Triangle Center.  The owner also operates a location in Scarsdale. The popular eatery continues to draw in new customers in the decade since it first opened, with online reviewers sharing their positive experiences at the eatery. "WHAT A FIND! ... this place is awesome," Jonathan M. said in a recent Yelp review. "I will definitely be back and they have great takeout service too! Go for it…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Capital District Eatery Hailed As 'Healthy Pizza Place' Capital District Eatery Hailed As 'Healthy Pizza Place'
Capital District Eatery Hailed As 'Healthy Pizza Place' A pizzeria that advertises nine reasons you might NOT like their pizza? Welcome to 9 Miles East. Located at 64 Excelsior Avenue in Saratoga Springs, they’ve been serving up “simple meals and big flavors from around the world” since 2007, according to the restaurant’s website. But this is not your typical pizza. For starters, the crust is “unusual,” the company admits. “We use high-extraction local flour for flavor and nutrition, and a three-day slow fermentation process to give the crust great body, taste, and texture.” The natural leavening process affects the gluten in the dough, which…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Spaghetti Dogs? New Capital District Eatery Serves Up Unique Creations Spaghetti Dogs? New Capital District Eatery Serves Up Unique Creations
Spaghetti Dogs? New Capital District Eatery Serves Up Unique Creations Corn dogs worthy of Instagram. Kong Dog is the newest eatery to open at Crossgates Mall in Albany, offering up some truly eye-catching takes on the classic hot dog on a stick. Well-cultured foodies - or anyone with a TikTok account - will recognize the colorful creations as Korean corn dogs, which have risen in popularity in the US thanks to social media. Hungry patrons begin their visit to Kong Dog by choosing a filling. Options include traditional all beef dogs or all cheese. Indecisive customers can pick a mixture of both. After that it's time for a quick batter bathe before the toppi…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Iconic Capital District Pizzeria With Two Locations Draws Diners From Near, Far Iconic Capital District Pizzeria With Two Locations Draws Diners From Near, Far
Iconic Capital District Pizzeria With Two Locations Draws Diners From Near, Far A well-known pizzeria with two locations in the Capital District is drawing praise from diners from near and far.  DeFazio's Pizzeria operates locations in Troy and Albany. The wood-fired pizzerias have received numerous positive reviews from customers, and the Troy location was featured on Barstool's "One Bite Pizza Reviews" YouTube channel in August of 2021. CBS 6 in Albany reported at the time that the owner reported seeing a boost in customers at the Troy location after the Barstool video came out. Yelp reviewers have praised the quality of pies the eateries offer.  "Since …

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by Nicole Valinote
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New Capital Region Restaurant Offers Variety Of Italian, New England Seafood Dishes New Capital Region Restaurant Offers Variety Of Italian, New England Seafood Dishes
New Capital Region Restaurant Offers Variety Of Italian, New England Seafood Dishes Four months after “a taste of New England” arrived in the Capital Region, customers seem pleased with a new Troy restaurant. Papa Brillo’s bills itself as “a place where you can come as you are” for great Italian and New England dishes at affordable prices. The eatery is owner and chef Jeff Puppolo’s reinvention of a chain of former restaurants bearing the same name in Rhode Island and Massachusetts where he once worked. “It existed and flourished in the 1970's, when family dinners were important. It was a place where you could come as you are for a real home cooked dinner,” Puppolo said. …

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by Michael Mashburn
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New Restaurant In Region Praised For 'Amazing' Food, Good Service New Restaurant In Region Praised For 'Amazing' Food, Good Service
New Restaurant In Region Praised For 'Amazing' Food, Good Service A new Indian restaurant in the Capital Region has seen praise from online reviewers who shouted out its quality dishes and good service.  Dosa Grill is located at 1225 Western Ave. in Albany. The owners say the restaurant focuses on offering meals made with fresh, high-quality ingredients.  They said all items on the menu are prepared fresh, and they don't use packaged curry powders or canned, seafood, vegetables or meat. Some specials offered on the menu include eggplant masala, chicken vindaloo, and Goan fish curry. Online reviewers have praised some of the dishes offere…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Popular Hudson Valley Pizzeria Sees Praise For 'Spectacular' Sauce, Convenient Location Popular Hudson Valley Pizzeria Sees Praise For 'Spectacular' Sauce, Convenient Location
Popular Hudson Valley Pizzeria Sees Praise For 'Spectacular' Sauce, Convenient Location A Hudson Valley pizzeria has been lauded by online reviewers for its convenient location and quality sauce.  Putnam County restaurant Gaetano Pizza & Cafe is located at 100 Independent Way in Brewster. The eatery offers a wide variety of specialty pies, such as lasagna pizza, baked ziti pizza, marsala pizza, and more. Online reviewers have praised the sauce the restaurant uses and the quality of the pies. "The best pizza in the Carmel area," David E., of Carmel, said in a Yelp review. "Great sauce and cooked as you prefer. Add your own fresh Basil from your garden and it's M…

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by Nicole Valinote
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New Area Eatery Serving Up 'Splash Of Southern Flair' New Area Eatery Serving Up 'Splash Of Southern Flair'
New Area Eatery Serving Up 'Splash Of Southern Flair' A brand-new Saratoga County restaurant is offering “classic flavors you know and love with an added splash of Southern flair.” Emma Jayne’s opened its doors to diners on Wednesday, March 9, which also marked the second birthday of its namesake, the daughter of owner and local chef Mike Fortin. Located at 1475 US 9 in Clifton Park, the restaurant offers a wide selection of dishes, including a lobster pot pie appetizer, Southern BBQ Kobe burger, eggplant parmesan, and seafood risotto. “We guarantee delicious, one-of-a-kind dishes and a wonderful dining experience to all who enter our establ…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Popular Area Italian Restaurant Draws High Marks For Large Portions, 'Great Sauce' Popular Area Italian Restaurant Draws High Marks For Large Portions, 'Great Sauce'
Popular Area Italian Restaurant Draws High Marks For Large Portions, 'Great Sauce' An Italian restaurant in the Hudson Valley has received positive feedback, with online reviewers citing its large portion sizes and quality sauce.  Putnam County eatery Trattoria Sei offers traditional Italian dishes with a modern twist, according to the owners. The restaurant is located in Mahopac at 597 Route 6. Trattoria Sei serves a wide selection of pasta dishes, such as tagliatelle truffle, penne alla vodka, and ravioli aurora. Other entrées include salmon in limoncello sauce and an assorted seafood dish in tomato sauce over black linguine. Find the full dinner menu h…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Acclaimed Italian Eatery Near Westchester/Fairfield County Border Draws Diners From Near, Far Acclaimed Italian Eatery Near Westchester/Fairfield County Border Draws Diners From Near, Far
Acclaimed Italian Eatery Near Westchester/Fairfield County Border Draws Diners From Near, Far A popular Italian restaurant located near the border of Westchester and Fairfield counties has drawn praise from guests from near and far. Pasquale Ristorante is located in Port Chester at 2 Putnam Ave. The eatery offers a wide selection of pasta dishes, from gnocchi bolognese to linguine made with shrimp and calamari. Other entrées include broiled filet of salmon, lamb chops, and scallops made with garlic and lemon. Some online reviewers have praised specific starters and dinner dishes that restaurant offers. "Had dinner with friends here," Amy P., of White Plains said in a Yelp review.…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Northern Westchester Restaurant Cited For Unique Menu, Atmosphere Northern Westchester Restaurant Cited For Unique Menu, Atmosphere
Northern Westchester Restaurant Cited For Unique Menu, Atmosphere A Northern Westchester restaurant that offers a blend of German and French cuisine has seen praise from guests for its unique menu and relaxing atmosphere. Christian and Pamela Schienle, the owners of Nadine's in Yorktown Heights, also operate a French restaurant in New York City. Located at 715 Saw Mill River Road, the restaurant's menu features appetizers such as pierogies, escargots, and hot pretzels. Main courses include salmon filet, blue crab ravioli, along with jägerschnitzel, a breaded pork or chicken dish served with a brown mushroom sauce, red cabbage, and spätzle.…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Westchester Eatery Cited For Selection Of Bagels, Sandwiches, Wraps Westchester Eatery Cited For Selection Of Bagels, Sandwiches, Wraps
Westchester Eatery Cited For Selection Of Bagels, Sandwiches, Wraps If you happen to love bagels and want to try one that has been named the "best in the area" five times, then jump in your car and head for the Bagel Emporium in Tarrytown. The shop, which is one of five in the region, offers a wide array of bagels and sandwiches and wraps and omelets, and other sweet things. Unsurprisingly the line at the Emporium is always long and servers are what you expect in New York, funny and hurry up and make your order. So study your menu well before walking to that counter full of colorful and savory or sweet bagels of all kinds. Fruity Pebbles with strawber…

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by Kathy Reakes