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New Deli Off To Strong Start In Westchester: 'Amazing Sandwiches,' Visitor Says New Deli Off To Strong Start In Westchester: 'Amazing Sandwiches,' Visitor Says
New Deli Off To Strong Start In Westchester: 'Amazing Sandwiches,' Visitor Says Months after opening, a deli in Westchester is proving to be the best new spot to grab a "sangwheech."  Giovanni's Italian Deli, located in White Plains at 925 North Broadway, opened at the beginning of June 2024 and is already a hit with sandwich lovers.  The business, owned by social media star Giovanni Paolo Difuccia, serves up what Difuccia calls "sangwheeches" filled to the brim with Italian meats, cheese, and balsamic glaze.  Some of the creatively-named items offered on the menu include the "How You Doin!" with fried chicken cutlets, fresh mozzarella, prosciutto,…

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by Ben Crnic
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Oldest Pizzeria In Hudson Valley Still Going Strong Oldest Pizzeria In Hudson Valley Still Going Strong
Oldest Pizzeria In Hudson Valley Still Going Strong The oldest pizzeria in the Hudson Valley also comes with an impressive view. Located in Dutchess County at the foot of the Walkway Over The Hudson in Poughkeepsie, Aloy's Italian Restaurant served its first pizza in 1929 and has remained virtually unchanged since. Only three people have owned the restaurant since opening.  Hey, when you are voted the top thin-crust pizza in the Hudson Valley by "Hudson Valley Magazine" and recognized by NewYorkUpstate.com as the #1 pizza in Dutchess County, why change perfection?  The point hits home when you check the five-star ratings on …

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by Kathy Reakes
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CEO Of Popular Family-Run Supermarket To Be Honored At Festival In Northern Westchester CEO Of Popular Family-Run Supermarket To Be Honored At Festival In Northern Westchester
CEO Of Popular Family-Run Supermarket To Be Honored At Festival In Northern Westchester Westchester officials are soon putting on a public fun-filled event celebrating Italian food and culture that will also put a spotlight on one of the founders of a popular area supermarket chain. The Italian Heritage Festival, which will also celebrate special honoree John DeCicco of DeCicco's & Sons Supermarkets, will be held at the Kensico Dam "Piazza" in Valhalla on Sunday, July 21 from noon to 6 p.m.  Those who attend will get to enjoy tasty Italian food and partake in cultural activities such as dancing, music, cultural exhibits, and arts and crafts.  The event will also…

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by Ben Crnic
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New Store, Deli Opens For Business In Hudson Valley New Store, Deli Opens For Business In Hudson Valley
New Store, Deli Opens For Business In Hudson Valley A new grocery store and deli is now open in the Hudson Valley.  Anita's Grocery & Deli, located in Putnam County at 299 Peekskill Hollow Rd. in Putnam Valley, held its grand opening on Saturday, Feb. 17.  In attendance at the celebration was Putnam County Legislator Bill Gouldman, who announced the store's opening on social media. "We wish them best wishes. Let's show our support for these Putnam Valley residents," Gouldman wrote in his post.  The store offers a selection of American, Portuguese, Spanish, and Italian food. 

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by Ben Crnic
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Popular Italian Restaurant In Hudson Valley To Close After '37 Wonderful Years,' Owner Says Popular Italian Restaurant In Hudson Valley To Close After '37 Wonderful Years,' Owner Says
Popular Italian Restaurant In Hudson Valley To Close After '37 Wonderful Years,' Owner Says A popular Italian restaurant in the Hudson Valley is set to close after decades in business. Marcello’s Ristorante in the Rockland County village of Suffern will celebrate its last full day in business with a gala on New Year's Eve, Chef Marcello Russodivito announced on Saturday, Oct. 1. Following the gala, for two-and-a-half weeks the restaurant, located at 21 Lafayette Ave., will offer family-style dinners for $19.86 per person. Russodivito said he previously planned to retire in 2020 before the COVID-19 pandemic delayed his plans.  He said once the restaurant closes, he still pla…

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by Nicole Valinote
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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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Area Italian Eatery Cited For 'Fantastically Delicious' Dishes, Reasonable Prices Area Italian Eatery Cited For 'Fantastically Delicious' Dishes, Reasonable Prices
Area Italian Eatery Cited For 'Fantastically Delicious' Dishes, Reasonable Prices Whether you’re in the mood for authentic wood-fired pizza or classic Italian fare, a longtime favorite restaurant has got you covered. Family-owned and operated for more than 35 years, Putnam County staple Luigi’s Famiglia Cucina in Carmel has quite a following of foodies and earns a solid 5-star rating on Yelp. But don't make the mistake that Luigi's is a pizza joint. It's far from, offering upscale dining with pizzas thrown into the mix.  Known for their large assortment of appetizers, pasta, and wood-fired pizza, some favorites mentioned over and over again include pizzas of any kind, …

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by Kathy Reakes
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Updated Italian-American Restaurant Hailed As 'Westchester Treasure' Updated Italian-American Restaurant Hailed As 'Westchester Treasure'
Updated Italian-American Restaurant Hailed As 'Westchester Treasure' A Westchester County Italian restaurant has become a go-to for some residents thanks to its selection of homemade pasta dishes and cocktails. TVB by: Pax Romana is located at 171 East Post Road in White Plains. The restaurant's menu includes pasta dishes such as spaghetti alla carbonara, penne alla vodka and ravioli. View this post on Instagram A post shared by TVB by: Pax Romana (@paxromana_ny) Guests can also choose from entrees such as eggplant parmigiana, chicken parmigiana and branzino, a Mediterranean sea bass dish with sauteed season…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Popular Actor Chazz Palminteri Opens Italian Restaurant In Westchester Popular Actor Chazz Palminteri Opens Italian Restaurant In Westchester
Popular Actor Chazz Palminteri Opens Italian Restaurant In Westchester A popular actor has opened an Italian restaurant in Westchester County. The Chazz Palminteri Italian Restaurant opened its doors in White Plains over the summer. The restaurant is located at 264 Main St. in White Plains. The actor, known for his roles in films such as Bullets over Broadway and A Bronx Tale, opened the eatery in partnership with the owners of Empire Steak House. They also operate a location with Palminteri in midtown Manhattan. Menu offerings include homemade pasta dishes such as seafood risotto, mushroom ravioli, and lobster ravioli. Guests can also…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Popular Fairfield County Restaurant Cited For Authentic Italian Favorites Popular Fairfield County Restaurant Cited For Authentic Italian Favorites
Popular Fairfield County Restaurant Cited For Authentic Italian Favorites Italian food lovers will want to check out a Southern Italian Trattoria that is making waves in Fairfield County for its authentic flair.  Cafe Silvium, located in Stamford, is garnering glowing reviews on Yelp and from foodies who know good Italian when they taste it. "The best food and the best value in the county. Enough said," said one Yelper. Located at 371 Shippan Ave., a lot of the talk surrounding the restaurants centers on their homemade pasta, and fresh-made mozzarella, as well as the unusual meats, offered such as wild board and version.  "Yay an authentic Italian place! Every…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Popular Northern Westchester Eatery Provides 'Tasting Tour Of All Regions Of Italy' Popular Northern Westchester Eatery Provides 'Tasting Tour Of All Regions Of Italy'
Popular Northern Westchester Eatery Provides 'Tasting Tour Of All Regions Of Italy' For those who think Italian dining is pizza and spaghetti and meatballs, there's a restaurant in Northern Westchester County that will change their minds in a hurry with its tour of Italy menu.  Fans have known for some 40 years that Amore Pizzeria and Italian Kitchen in Armonk offers a huge range of Italian dishes that offered a glimpse at all regions of Italy. Whether it is pizza or a veal Osso Buco, or even a burger, there's something for everyone at Amore.  Veal Osso BucoAmore Yelpers agree and can't seem to offer enough good things to say about the restaurant located at 1 Kent Plac…

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by Kathy Reakes