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'Best Pizza I've Had Outside Of Rome': Many Hail This Eatery As Hudson Valley's Go-To Pizzeria 'Best Pizza I've Had Outside Of Rome': Many Hail This Eatery As Hudson Valley's Go-To Pizzeria
'Best Pizza I've Had Outside Of Rome': Many Hail This Eatery As Hudson Valley's Go-To Pizzeria A Hudson Valley pizzeria that offers wood-fired pies has become a favorite for many customers. Dutchess County eatery Pizzeria Posto, located at 43 East Market St. in Rhinebeck, opened in 2012. In the decade since it opened, the restaurant has drawn praise from many online reviewers. "Wood fire pizza places annoy me," Ziltoid The Coffee Snob C. wrote in a Yelp review. "They are always overpriced small portions that are at best average pizza. Then there is this place. I would say this place is in the top 3 pizza places in the Hudson Valley. Only personal preferences would separate the …

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by Nicole Valinote
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'Hard To Say Goodbye': Italian Restaurant Closes After 71-Year Run In Hudson Valley 'Hard To Say Goodbye': Italian Restaurant Closes After 71-Year Run In Hudson Valley
'Hard To Say Goodbye': Italian Restaurant Closes After 71-Year Run In Hudson Valley A beloved Italian restaurant in the Hudson Valley is closing after 71 years in business. In Orange County, the owners of Tony Boffa’s Restaurant, located in Middletown, announced that they are retiring and the eatery’s last day in business will be Sunday, Aug. 21. “We were hoping that someone would take over the family business and continue operating under Tony Boffa’s, but unfortunately that will not happen,” reads a post on the restaurant’s Facebook page. The owners went on to say that the restaurant has been their pride and joy and that none of their success would have been possible wi…

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by Michael Mashburn
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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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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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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
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This Eatery Named Most Romantic Restaurant In New York This Eatery Named Most Romantic Restaurant In New York
This Eatery Named Most Romantic Restaurant In New York A publication has shared its pick for the most romantic restaurant in New York just in time for Valentine's Day. Il Buco Alimentari in New York City, was named the most romantic eatery in the state by Eat This, Not That. It is located at 53 Great Jones St. in the Bowery section of Manhattan. The publication shared a ranking of the most romantic restaurants in all 50 states on Thursday, Feb. 10. Il Buco Alimentari was named to the list thanks to its Valentine's Day tasting menu. Guests can order four courses at $95 per person. The restaurant offers artisanal pasta dishes and…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Westchester Specialty Market Hailed For Prepared Meals, Desserts Westchester Specialty Market Hailed For Prepared Meals, Desserts
Westchester Specialty Market Hailed For Prepared Meals, Desserts A specialty market in Westchester County is seeing praise for its desserts and prepared meals. Daido Market is located at 522 Mamaroneck Ave. in White Plains. The grocery store offers a wide variety of Japanese products, along with desserts, prepared dishes and more.  Online reviewers have praised the sushi and fish offered at the market, along with bento boxes. Our very popular salmon #riceball is made fresh every day! 🍙 Posted by Daido Market on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 "Love this place! I have been here a few times and couldn't find what I was looking for," Colette H., of New Yor…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Popular Westchester Sandwich Shop Cited For 'Generous Portions, Good Value' Popular Westchester Sandwich Shop Cited For 'Generous Portions, Good Value'
Popular Westchester Sandwich Shop Cited For 'Generous Portions, Good Value' A Westchester County eatery has been lauded by online reviewers for its portion sizes and selection of specialty sandwiches.  Mason Sandwich Company opened its doors in 2016. The sandwich shop is located at 33 Mill Road in Eastchester. Some menu highlights include the French onion sandwich, crispy eggplant sandwich, and the "Chickwich," made with buttermilk-fried‎ chicken, spicy maple, and house pickles. "The philosophy at Mason is to serve elevated sandwich fare with unique yet familiar craft sandwiches," Louis Brindley, who opened the eatery with his brother, said in…

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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