Tag:

Asian Cuisine

Massive H Mart Food Hall Opens At American Dream Mall: Here's What You Will Find (PHOTOS) Massive H Mart Food Hall Opens At American Dream Mall: Here's What You Will Find (PHOTOS)
Massive H Mart Food Hall Opens At American Dream Mall: Here's What You Will Find (Photos) H Mart is one day away from opening its sprawling food hall at the American Dream Mall in East Rutherford. The 16,860-square-foot dining hall will feature a dozen restaurants offering a wide array of culinary Asian delights. The grand opening is set for Friday, Aug. 30. "We are thrilled to introduce our latest food hall at American Dream," H Mart President Stacey Kwon said. "Our food halls are iconic staples of H Mart stores, and our American Dream location wouldn't feel complete without one. The addition of another food hall will further enhance the world class, one of a kind guest experie…
Popular Restaurant Chain To Open 4 Restaurants Across Mass Popular Restaurant Chain To Open 4 Restaurants Across Mass
Popular Restaurant Chain To Open 4 Restaurants Across Mass There’s nothing like arguing with family on the holidays over a nice hot pot of Korean food and barbecue — that’s why the popular KPOT restaurant chain is opening its first four locations in Massachusetts. The all-you-can-eat hot pot and Korean BBQ chain is bringing Asian cuisine to Dedham, Malden, Methuen, and West Springfield. No official open dates have been announced.  The author of this article dropped by a KPOT location in Jersey City, New Jersey, for Christmas, and the K-pop song "Euphoria," sung by BTS member Jungkook, was playing on the speakers as we were promptly seated.&nbs…
Popular All You Can Eat Korean BBQ Spot Coming To Lodi Popular All You Can Eat Korean BBQ Spot Coming To Lodi
Popular All You Can Eat Korean BBQ Spot Coming To Lodi A Korean BBQ spot with dozens of locations across the U.S. is adding a second Bergen County location. KPOT Korean BBQ & Hotpot, is set to open in Lodi, according to its website. The restaurant already has locations in Englewood, Kearny, Jersey City, and Union. The company is founded by four friends all from different backgrounds, who blended their cuisines over a shared table, the KPot website explains. "KPOT is a unique, hands-on, all-you-can-eat experience that merges traditional Asian hot pot with Korean BBQ flavors," it continues. "But it's more than just a meal. KPOT is for both …
Norwalk Restaurant Will Permanently Close In Days Norwalk Restaurant Will Permanently Close In Days
Norwalk Restaurant Will Permanently Close In Days A restaurant in Fairfield County has decided to close after seven years in business. If you love slurping up a big bowl of Pho or just crave Vietnamese or Asian cuisine at Hoi An Pho and Grill in Norwalk, you better hurry in. The eatery will serve its last meal on Saturday, June 17. A staple for many in Norwalk, the owners said on Facebook that after working 90 to 100-hour weeks for years, the decision was made after a "remarkable opportunity" landed on their table. Word around town is that a new business plans to open in the space. The family said the ultimate goal was for their father t…
New Asian Vegan Restaurant Bringing 'Most Authentic Ramen' To Cambridge New Asian Vegan Restaurant Bringing 'Most Authentic Ramen' To Cambridge
New Asian Vegan Restaurant Bringing 'Most Authentic Ramen' To Cambridge The owners of a popular Asian vegan restaurant in Woburn will be opening a new spot in Cambridge, the eatery said on social media. Bayberry Cafe announced that their second location, Ramen O'Bowl, will bring "the most authentic ramen" to the heart of Cambridge, according to the restaurant's website.  "Our secret recipe: Broth made fresh daily right in front of you for at least 24 hours," the website reads. "Join us to experience the shocking flavors and spice of authentic ramen." Hi everyone! Our second location at 1668 Massachusetts ave Cambridge will be opening soon ! The restaurant…
Here's Where You Can Get The Best Poké Bowl In The Boston Area Here's Where You Can Get The Best Poké Bowl In The Boston Area
Here's Where You Can Get The Best Poké Bowl In The Boston Area Poké bowls are a refreshing, hearty and healthy meal that have taken the sushi world by storm.  With so many places to poke your nose into the Asian-inspired delicacy, it can be hard to choose the right spot for you.  So to help narrow down your decision, here is a list of the top ten places to dig into poke bowls in the Boston area, courtesy of Yelp. POKE by Love Art (TD Garden, Boston) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Poke By Love Art (@pokebyloveart) B Cafe (Quincy) View this post on Instagram …
3-Time 'Chopped' Champion With MS Has New Restaurant In Hudson Valley 3-Time 'Chopped' Champion With MS Has New Restaurant In Hudson Valley
3-Time 'Chopped' Champion With MS Has New Restaurant In Hudson Valley A three-time Food Network "Chopped" champion who has been battling Multiple Sclerosis since 2004 has opened a new restaurant in the Hudson Valley. Chris Holland's Kantina, located in Rockland County, puts an Asian twist on small plates, tacos, and more in the hamlet of Sparkill in Orangetown. Holland has cooked Asian cuisine for most of his culinary career. That began for Holland shortly after being diagnosed with MS, when he ended his career as a paralegal and a battle with addiction. "I always wanted to be a chef, but thought it would be far too difficult. Thinking about further; howeve…
Celebrity Chef To Open Restaurant In White Plains Celebrity Chef To Open Restaurant In White Plains
Celebrity Chef To Open Restaurant In White Plains Celebrity chef David Burke, known for his award-winning restaurants and stints on TV's "Top Chef," is opening his first Westchester County restaurant. Burke is planning to open the second Red Horse restaurant, with the first being in Rumson, New Jersey, early next year in the Opus Westchester in White Plains, the chef said. The 7,900-foot restaurant will seat 200 in the space that once housed BLT steakhouse. The modern steakhouse with an Asian flair offering sushi and other Asian-inspired items is named after a painting he purchased of a red horse at the beginning of the pandemic. Burke a…
Popular Restaurant Chain To Open Location At Mall In Connecticut Popular Restaurant Chain To Open Location At Mall In Connecticut
Popular Restaurant Chain To Open Location At Mall In Connecticut A popular estaurant chain has announced it will open its second Connecticut location at a busy mall in the region. The Connecticut Post Mall located in New Haven County in Milford announced on Wednesday, Aug. 3 that P.F. Chang’s will open in 2023 at the shopping center. “We are thrilled to bring P.F. Chang’s to the CT Post Mall and our Milford-area community,” said Ken Sterba, general manager of the mall. “The immersive Asian dining experience P.F. Chang’s offers will be a hit with our guests, and the restaurant is sure to become a go-to spot to celebrate with friends and family on any occa…
This Eatery Serves Up Best Tacos On Long Island, Voters Say This Eatery Serves Up Best Tacos On Long Island, Voters Say
This Eatery Serves Up Best Tacos On Long Island, Voters Say For the second straight year, a popular Long Island eatery was chosen as the best tacos on Long Island. Combining the styles of a Los Angeles taco truck, a Miami liquor stand, and an “authentic urban feel,” Dirty Taco + Tequila was chosen as the “Best Tacos on Long Island,” in a new poll. Dirty Taco + TequilaFacebook/Dirty Taco + Tequila The restaurant currently has locations in: Rockville Centre on Sunrise Highway; Wantagh on Merrick Road; Woodbury on Jericho Turnpike. Dirty Taco + TequilaFacebook/Dirty Taco + Tequila Each year, the Bethpage Best of LI polls Long Islanders to lay…
New Fairfield Eatery Divided Into Two Sections Serves Variety Of Offerings New Fairfield Eatery Divided Into Two Sections Serves Variety Of Offerings
New Fairfield Eatery Divided Into Two Sections Serves Variety Of Offerings Lovers of Asian and Korean cuisine, along with sweet treats, will be in heaven with a visit to a new Fairfield County business that offers both, in different sections. Blue + Berries on the Black Rock Turnpike in the Town of Fairfield is a unique take on a grocery store and restaurant, fish shop, and bakery, all rolled into one. The shop opened in November 2021 by Ji Kim and her husband in an effort to bring their love of Asian and Korean food to Fairfield County along with sweet treats. A sushi platter.Blue + Berries Visitors to the shop will find fresh fish and a sushi bar on one sid…
New Nassau County Restaurant Cited For 'Personalized Service' New Nassau County Restaurant Cited For 'Personalized Service'
New Nassau County Restaurant Cited For 'Personalized Service' A new Asian restaurant is taking Long Island by storm with its tasty food and personalized service, but guess what? You won't find sushi. Ivory Kitchen, located in Port Washington, is relatively new to the restaurant scene but has already grown a following of foodies and a long list of five-star reviews can be found online for its unique take on Chinese and Asian foods. Nestled in an area with plenty of sushi restaurants, the Ivory Kitchen is being praised for its small plates made to share as well its flavorful and fresh take on many common Asian dishes. Beef noodle soup.Ivory Kitchen…
Popular Fairfield County Restaurant Draws Praise For 'Nice Mix' Of Farm-To-Table Offerings Popular Fairfield County Restaurant Draws Praise For 'Nice Mix' Of Farm-To-Table Offerings
Popular Fairfield County Restaurant Draws Praise For 'Nice Mix' Of Farm-To-Table Offerings If you are looking for a true farm-to-table experience then dinner at a popular Fairfield County restaurant is a must. Aptly named the Farmer's Table in New Canaan, the restaurant is based on a few simple ideas --  use fresh ingredients from reliable and responsible sources, grow or raise them whenever possible, and prepare them using time-tested techniques. During the season the restaurant's owners grow vegetables organically in a garden in Pound Ridge. They also purchase all-natural beef, pork, chicken, ducks, and vegetables from John Boy's Farm, which is owned and operated by the chef's…
New BYOB Restaurant In Morris County Offers ‘Mixed Bag Of Asian Specialties’ [Look Inside] New BYOB Restaurant In Morris County Offers ‘Mixed Bag Of Asian Specialties’ [Look Inside]
New BYOB Restaurant In Morris County Offers ‘Mixed Bag Of Asian Specialties’ [Look Inside] Hungry for some authentic Asian cuisine? You’ll find just that — and much more — at Morris County's new BYOB Asian restaurant, AiSakae. Opened by Morristown residents Ken and Cindy Chen, AiSakae is located in the Tabor Plaza on Route 53 in Morris Plains and held its grand opening Nov. 29. The eatery’s massive menu features all types of Asian cuisine, from Chinese and Japanese to Thai and of course, sushi. The restaurant’s opening was delayed several times due to problems with outside contractors, according to Rich Catania, who says he started working as a “voice box” for the Chens and had …
New Hudson Valley Restaurant Offers Ramen, Vegetarian Dishes & More New Hudson Valley Restaurant Offers Ramen, Vegetarian Dishes & More
New Hudson Valley Restaurant Offers Ramen, Vegetarian Dishes & More The owner of a new Hudson Valley restaurant said the eatery, which opened earlier this summer, focuses on Asian cuisine "with an American twist." Underground Ramen & Taco opened its doors in Rockland County on Friday, July 2. The restaurant, located in Chestnut Ridge, is located at 811 Chestnut Ridge Road.  Hank Barrett opened the location with David Benitelli, who also owns Harvest Moon Caterers. Barrett said he and Benitelli saw an opportunity when the location became available.  He said they saw that they had a niche by opening a place that offers a blend of rame…
A Year Sober: Recovering Allendale Addict’s Cycle Event Supplies Narcan For Responders A Year Sober: Recovering Allendale Addict’s Cycle Event Supplies Narcan For Responders
A Year Sober: Recovering Allendale Addict’s Cycle Event Supplies Narcan For Responders A recovering heroin user from Allendale celebrated a year of sobriety by sponsoring a stationary bike ride that helped help supply borough responders with Narcan. Emily Somerville, 22, organized the “Ride for Recovery,” a 45-minute cycle class in front of Define, Body and Mind, CKO Kickboxing, Dairy Queen and Asian Cuisine last week as a celebration for those in recovery. At the same time, she raised funds to re-supply the police and ambulance corps with the life-saving anti-opioid drug. “Like all medications, Narcan does expire,” Police Chief George Scherb said. “Each Allendale officer i…
Tokyo Japanese Restaurant Is An Asian, Thai Fusion Hot Spot In Westchester Tokyo Japanese Restaurant Is An Asian, Thai Fusion Hot Spot In Westchester
Tokyo Japanese Restaurant Is An Asian, Thai Fusion Hot Spot In Westchester Tokyo Japanese Restaurant, located at 782 Palisades Avenue in Yonkers, has earned its reputation as an affordable yet authentic eatery. Serving up Japanese, Thai and Asian-inspired fusion dishes, those who enjoy cultural cuisine will have plenty of options to choose from. On the menu, you’ll find a huge range of Japanese staples like tempura, sushi rolls, calamari, teriyaki, soups, salads and more. Many selections are modestly priced, allowing guests to sample more of the menu and get a bigger bang for their buck. Tokyo Japanese Restaurant also serves bento boxes, which include an entree, …
New Westport Asian Restaurant Specializes In Barbecue New Westport Asian Restaurant Specializes In Barbecue
New Westport Asian Restaurant Specializes In Barbecue Looking for a meal that’s the perfect blend of barbecue and Asian cuisine? Wafu Asian Bistro, owned and operated by Elaine and Simon Chen, has it all. The couple, who emigrated from southern China to Manhattan more than two decades ago in 1997, has spent years honing their culinary craft. With a location with the same name in the Southport section of Fairfield, they’ve decided to expand and bring their authentic offerings to Westport residents. Wafu Asian Bistro, located at 34 Elm Street, is open seven days a week. From Korean BBQ and ramen to poke bowls, dumplings and seafood, fans of worl…
Wilton's Hunan Noodle Bar's New Location In Neighboring Ridgefield Is A Quick Hit Wilton's Hunan Noodle Bar's New Location In Neighboring Ridgefield Is A Quick Hit
Wilton's Hunan Noodle Bar's New Location In Neighboring Ridgefield Is A Quick Hit Wilton’s Hunan Noodle Bar opened a second location in neighboring Ridgefield, and it’s no surprise that it’s off to a great start. Providing budget-friendly and mouthwateringly authentic takes on traditional Asian cuisine, Hunan Noodle Bar features a huge menu. Noodles, of course, are the restaurant’s signature type of dish, but the Asian locale also offers everything from traditional appetizers, soups, salads and veggies to chicken, shrimp, pork and beef entrees. Though the Ridgefield location has few ratings yet, it’s managed to maintain a perfect 5/5 star score on its Facebook page. “Wo…