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Culinary arts
Harrisburg, PA
News
Pennsylvania Chefs, Bars, Bakeries Earn 16 James Beard Semifinalist Spots
Sixteen Pennsylvania chefs, bars, and bakeries have been named semifinalists for the 2025 James Beard Awards, the organization announced Wednesday, Jan. 22. Known as one of the nation’s most prestigious culinary honors, the awards celebrate excellence in food and beverage across the country. Philadelphia led the way with the most nominations: Greg Vernick of Vernick Fish is a semifinalist for Outstanding Chef for his creative and refined approach to cooking. Kalaya, a Thai restaurant in the city, is recognized in the Outstanding Restaurant category for its exceptional dining experienc…
Albany, NY
Lifestyle
NY Has Nation's Second-Best Food Scene, Top Culinary School Says: Here's Why
Three states in the Northeast stood out in a nationwide study for their vibrant food scenes. New York, Massachusetts, and New Jersey were ranked in the top 10 by the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts. While Hawaii easily claimed the top spot in the annual food scene rankings, New York scored high enough to earn second place. The study, which analyzed factors like restaurant spending, jobs, and independent eateries, highlighted these states for their vibrant food cultures and economic contributions. "Usually when we think of a restaurant "scene," we think on the small scal…
Vienna, VA
Business
Inside Electric Bull: Chef Behind Popular Taco Spot Brings Steakhouse To Hometown Vienna
An award-winning chef is coming back home to bring a new steakhouse in Virginia. Chef Victor Albisu, the man behind the wildly popular Taco Bamba, is bringing Electric Bull, a boutique steakhouse, to his hometown this summer, doors down from Taco Bamba, the "cult favorite taqueria and mezcal bar." Taco Bamba Google Maps street view The new location will open at 176 Maple Ave. in Vienna this summer. "Electric Bull will build on Albisu’s legacy as an award-winning steakhouse chef as the former executive chef of BLT Steak and the chef/owner of Del Campo, his Argentine grill named…
Tarrytown-SleepyHollow, NY
Police & Fire
Fire Breaks Out At Award-Winning Restaurant In Tarrytown
An early morning fire caused damage to a renowned restaurant in Westchester, firefighters said. The blaze happened a little after 3 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 11 at the Blue Hill at Stone Barns restaurant in Tarrytown at 630 Bedford Rd., when a commercial alarm was triggered at the property, according to the Pocantico Hills Fire Department. Upon arrival, police and firefighters discovered a cooking appliance fire on the exterior of the building that had spread inside, affecting the first and second floors. With assistance from numerous mutual aid departments, firefighter…
Yonkers, NY
Business
New Upscale Seafood Spot to Replace Chef Peter X. Kelly's Eatery in Yonkers
A highly anticipated restaurant is set to take over the historic Yonkers City Pier, replacing the former X2O Xaviars on the Hudson, the beloved eatery run by acclaimed Chef Peter X. Kelly. On Monday, Jan. 6, the Benjamin Restaurant Group and the City of Yonkers announced plans to launch The Sea Fire Grill Yonkers, an upscale seafood restaurant slated to open in the summer of 2025 at 71 Water Grant St. The new venture will bring a fresh chapter to the iconic waterfront location, offering stunning Hudson River views and a menu of contemporary American seafood and premium steaks. T…
Rockville, MD
Business
Hundreds Of Jobs On The Table As Wegmans Expands With New Location In Rockville
Progress is rolling right along in Montgomery County as Wegmans prepares to open its ninth Maryland location next year. Applications are now being accepted for the new Rockville store, which is slated to open in late summer 2025 near Rockville Pike and Halpine Road in the Twinbrook Quarter neighborhood. The 80,000-square-foot grocery store is expected to bring upwards of 500 full- and part-time jobs to the community and will be part of the new Twinbrook Quarter development. For those worried about parking in the area, fear not—Wegmans officials confirmed the location will inclu…
Gloucester Township, NJ
Business
Couple Bakes 'Ultimate Dream' Of New Gloucester Township Bagel Shop Inspired By Love Story
A Gloucester Township couple is blending their hometown roots with some flavor from Beantown with their new bagel shop. Kimberly and Victor Corsello have opened up Boswood Bagels at 1160 Chews Landing Road in Gloucester Township. The shop held a grand opening on Friday, Nov. 29, according to the store's social media posts. The husband-and-wife team said they were "completely speechless" by the opening weekend's success. "Never in my wildest dreams did I think we would have such a big turnout," Kimberly wrote on Facebook. "To all the friends, family, neighbors,…
Valley Stream, NY
Obituaries
Death Of 'Beacon Of Warmth' Chef On Inwood Roadway Sparks Flood Of Support
Support is swelling for the family of a beloved father and chef who was struck and killed by a car on Long Island. The incident happened in Inwood, near the intersection of Sheridan Avenue and Nassau Avenue, shortly after 11 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28. Nassau County Police said 44-year-old Patrick Mwesigwa was struck by a Ford Explorer heading southbound on Sheridan Avenue. He suffered severe head injuries and was pronounced dead at the hospital. Earlier Report: ID Released For 44-Year-Old Struck, Killed By SUV In Inwood A 35-year-old man who was driving the Explorer remained at the sce…
Franklin-Newfield, NJ
Police & Fire
'Fiery, Bold:' Remembering Elishama Louis, 20, Franklin Township Woman Killed By Car
Support is on the rise for the family of a victim who died days after being struck by a vehicle while crossing a road in Malaga, authorities said. Elishama Louis, 20, died from her injuries on Monday, Oct. 14, five days after being struck on Delsea Drive near the Riggins and Wawa gas stations, police in Franklin Township said. Louis was hospitalized and placed on life support for several days before she was declared brain dead by doctors, her family said on a GoFundMe campaign. The third of five children, Louis was a "fiery young girl, vibrant, bold, and not afraid…
Rumson-Fair Haven, NJ
Police & Fire
Man, 75, Pulls Knife On Customer Over Spilled Wine At Fancy Rumson Restaurant: Police (
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A Florida man was accused of pulling a knife on a customer at an upscale Rumson restaurant during an argument over spilled wine, authorities said. David Gulley, 75, of Palm Beach Shores, was arrested on Thursday, Aug. 22, the Rumson Police Department said in a news release. The fight happened at Red Horse by David Burke, a restaurant on the corner of Ridge Road and Avenue of Two Rivers. Police responded to the restaurant at around 8:30 p.m. Officers saw Gulley punch the steakhouse's manager in the side and he was taken into custody. Investigators said witnesses and cell…
Wethersfield, CT
Lifestyle
Famous CT Pizzeria Expanding To Wethersfield, 3 Other Locations
Sally’s Apizza, the iconic New Haven restaurant and bar founded by Salvatore “Sally” Consiglio in 1938, is expanding. The restaurant announced a new shop will open in Hartford County in Wethersfield on Thursday, Aug. 29. Located on the ground level of a residential complex, The Borden at 1178 Silas Deane Highway, Sally’s Apizza in Wethersfield marks the first of four Hartford area locations, including Farmington, Newington, and South Windsor. Stein said that in addition to the Hartford locations, a new restaurant will soon open in Fairfield County at the SoNo Mall in South N…
Monsey, NY
Lifestyle
New Restaurant In Hudson Valley Uses Walls As Blackboards: Here's What's Cooking
A hip and visually pleasing new restaurant in the Hudson Valley is getting lots of buzz from online reviewers and foodies alike. Located in Rockland County, Lavagna—in Italian, it means blackboard—opened in May in Suffern and was quickly embraced by food lovers for its small plates, impressive beer and wine list, and unique artwork on blackboard walls by Nyack artist Mike Delaney. For those wondering where this place is, it's the former home of Capital One and then Java Love Coffee Roasting Co., at 50 Lafayette Ave., in Suffern. The restaurant is the brainchild of Ar…
Albany, NY
Lifestyle
'Run-Down To Remarkable': New Eatery In Capital Region Promises 'Escape From Ordinary'
A new restaurant in the region promising a "culinary adventure" is garnering positive reviews days after opening. Out of Town Bistro – located in Albany at 258 Lark Street – held its grand opening Saturday, June 29. “Escape the ordinary and embark on a culinary adventure where each dish tells a story of flavors discovered from afar,” reads its Facebook bio. “Out of Town Bistro invites you to explore the world through tantalizing dishes crafted with passion and creativity.” Among the tantalizing dishes that diners can choose from are chicken wings, grilled or fried shrimp, or salmon served …
Peekskill, NY
Lifestyle
Celebrity Chef Designs 2-Course Summer Prix Fixe Dinner At Peekskill Eatery
A famous chef whose group runs multiple restaurants across the Hudson Valley has designed a delicious two-course summer prix fixe at a popular Northern Westchester restaurant. Chef Peter X. Kelly, the owner of Xaviars Restaurant Group, designed the prix fixe for Apropros restaurant in Peekskill at 900 Fort Hill Rd., a Michelin-recommended eatery located at The Abbey Inn. Related Report - 'Lovely' Restaurant Inside 120-Year-Old Abbey In Peekskill Added To Michelin Guide Kelly now serves as the restaurant's culinary director, helping to design a menu featuring meals with local ingredients p…
Middletown, NJ
Business
New Jersey Cocktail Bar Named Among Best In America
A Monmouth County cocktail bar picked up another national recognition after just one year of serving specialty drinks. Esquire named La Otra in Aberdeen Township on its list of 42 Best Bars in America for 2024. The bar is next to its sister restaurant Lita on Route 34, and both businesses are run by chef David Viana and his girlfriend Neilly Robinson. Bar manager Ricardo Rodriguez has a more "free-wheeling" approach to mixology at La Otra, compared to the Iberian classics at Lita. "Like the best bars attached to restaurants, the drinks are on the culinary side, such as the Tzatziki, which …
Lynn, MA
Business
Boston Hot Dog Company Closing In Salem; Chef-Owner Teases New Restaurant
The Boston Hot Dog company will close its doors following the holiday weekend, but that's not the end for chef-owner Mike Denk. He has some cheesy plans for the location. Denk announced his decision to close the 60 Washington St. restaurant in a lengthy Facebook post, calling the decision to close after Monday, May 27, "bittersweet." He is keeping the location, but reinventing his vision for it. Denk calls it "Au Gratin." The new restaurant will have a "scratch-made menu inspired by a love of cheese," he wrote. But with every ending comes a new beginning, and he…
Newark, NJ
Lifestyle
Meet The Three NJ Bakers Competing On Food Network Show
Three New Jersey residents are among 10 bakers competing on a brand new Food Network cooking show. "The Next Baking Master" is filmed in Paris and hosted by acclaimed pastry chef Stephanie Boswell and French-born chef and restaurateur Ludo Lefebvre. The Garden State bakers on the show are Joe Settepani of Morganville, Robert Toland of Willingboro, and Jennalyn Walbolt of Union (scroll down for more about each one). The show is Food Network’s newest culinary competition and "gives 10 ambitious and highly-skilled American bakers unprecedented access to the most iconic pastry shops…
Cambridge, MA
News
These High Schools Rank Top 5 In Middlesex County: Report
The school year is starting off on a positive note for these Massachusetts schools that out-performed neighboring institutions, according to the community and school ranking site Niche. After considering several key areas, the following schools were ranked in the website’s 2023 “Best Public High Schools in Middlesex County” report: No. 1 - Lexington: Lexington High School No. 2 - Weston: Weston High School No. 3 - Newton: Newton North High School No. 4 - Belmont: Belmont High School No. 5 - Newton: Newton South High School All five Middlesex County schools received overall grades of "A+," …
Arlington, VA
Business
Private Chef From DMV Makes 'Chopped' Debut
This private chef is going public with his cooking skills. Austin Schwartz, who works as a private chef for catering company Chesapeake Chef Service, will be competing on Food Network's "Chopped." Please join Chef Kurt and his team on July 27th for a local seasonal dining experience, featuring the best of what the... Posted by Chesapeake Chef Service on Sunday, July 16, 2023 Schwartz's episode airs at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 29. According to his Chesapeake Chef Service bio, Schwartz hails from farm country in northeast Pennsylvania, and grew up helping his mother and grandmother prepa…
Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
Business
Gluten-Free Bakery ‘Defying Gravitea’ Opens In Pequannock (
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Hungry for a taste of gluten-free heaven? Head on over to Defying Gravitea, which held its grand opening on the Newark Pompton Turnpike in Pequannock Tuesday, May 16 following a Monday evening ribbon-cutting ceremony. Congratulations to Defying Gravitea on their ribbon cutting ceremony today! Their bakeshop is out of this world, Grand Opening is tomorrow, get yourself down there! Posted by Pequannock Chamber of Commerce on Monday, May 15, 2023 According to its website, the bakery is owned by pro-figure fitness competitor Gina R. Cassese, who studied Exercise and Nutrition and the Culina…
Bergenfield, NJ
Schools
Bergenfield Teacher Eddie Baldwin Dies: 'Best Friend Who We Thought Would Always Be There'
Former Bergen County "Teacher of the Year" and longtime Bergenfield High School teacher Eddie Baldwin has died. Circumstances around his death were not immediately announced. Eddie BaldwinKari Anderson Baldwin worked at Bergenfield High School for more than 12 years, having founded the school's eSports team and culinary arts club. Superintendent Christopher Tully remembered Baldwin as a "caring, loving, and dedicated teacher providing his expertise with his students," who took pride in his students' success. "Seeing him on a daily basis was like seeing our best friend who we thought w…
Westport, CT
Police & Fire
Jeep Crashes Into Staples High School In Westport, Hits Gas Line
A Jeep crashed into a high school in Fairfield County, causing the school to be evacuated. The incident took place in Westport around 7:30 a.m., Wednesday, March 1, at Staples High School. According to Lt. Eric Woods, of the Westport Police, the Jeep accidentally plowed into the Culinary Arts department classroom during the prime drop-off time. The vehicle hit a gas line in the classroom used for cooking instruction, Woods said. Students were evacuated and the Westport Fire Department was called to clear the scene. The gas was quickly shut off and multiple fans were used to ve…
Mount Pleasant, NY
Lifestyle
Chef From Northern Westchester Voted World's Best
A celebrated chef from the region has been named the world's best by an association of highly-rated restaurants, according to a new report. Les Grandes Tables Du Monde, an association of 179 restaurants across 23 countries, announced that Chef Daniel Boulud, a resident of Northern Westchester County, was voted the world's best restaurateur, according to AFP news. Boulud opened his flagship restaurant, "Daniel," in New York City in 1993. "At the heart of Manhattan, Restaurant Daniel is a celebrated culinary destination that blends refinement and sophistication with New York style and …
Lancaster, PA
Obituaries
Lancaster Native, South Jersey Resident Mark Mattson Dies, 44
Lancaster, PA native and Medford, NJ resident Mark Mattson died on April 22, 2021. He was 44 years old. A lifelong athlete, Mark was raised in Medford and as an adult enjoyed playing sports with his father, his obituary says. Working in culinary arts brought him "tremendous joy and pride," particularly cooking for friends and family, his obit reads. Mark is survived by his parents, Roger and Elizabeth; siblings, Lisa (Tom) Eastep and Jennifer DiGennaro; nieces and nephews Ellie and Tyler Eastep and Olivia and Luca DiGennaro along with relatives, friends and countless loved ones. A C…
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
Business
Husband & Wife Bring Philly Sticky Bun Biz To Jersey Shore
Sweet news: A Philadelphia sticky bun company helmed by a husband-and-wife duo is headed straight for the Jersey Shore. Barry's Buns -- opened by Joel and Jen Singer -- will open in Wildwood Crest on May 7. The store will be located at 6107 New Jersey Ave. Joel, whose middle name is Barry, launched a cheesecake business at 14 years old. He took home first place in a culinary competition to attend Johnson & Wales University in Rhode Island, graduating with a degree in pastry arts. He also recently worked as the regional bakery associate coordinator for Whole Foods Market in the Mid-At…
Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
Obituaries
Morris County Native, Culinary Tech School Grad Nicole Cistaro Dies, 27
Morris County native and culinary technology school graduate Nicole E. Cistaro died Feb. 17 at the age of 27. Cistaro lived in Hanover Township and graduated from the Morris County School of Technology Culinary Arts Academy in 2011, her obituary says. Cistaro then furthered her education by earning a Nursing License in 2014, her memorial says. Cistaro is survived by her parents, Gene and Cathy Cistaro; her brother, Erik Cistaro, as well as several extended family members and close friends. “May she forever rest in peace,” reads her obituary. Cistaro’s memorial service has not yet been sc…
Newark, NJ
Business
North Jersey Friends Launch Line Of Barbecue Sauces
A pair of chefs are teaming up to create a line of one-of-a-kind homemade barbecue sauces called "DM BBQ Sauces." Dave Morales, of Newark, and Vinny Botti, of Totowa, met at Twisted Elm Tavern in 2016 and became business partners two years later. They each bring their own unique culinary experience to the business, making for a sweet, tangy and savory sauce combinations. While Morales works as the chef, Botti handles the business side of operations. Together, they want to make barbecuing easy, they said. “We're bringing different flavors into your home,” Morales and Botti said. “You d…
Norwalk, CT
Lifestyle
Norwalk's Ripka's At The Beach Is Ready With The Burgers, Lobster Rolls, Oysters, Fries & More!
Going to culinary school was just an excuse to find out what Clyde Ripka didn’t know about food. Turns out it wasn’t much. When he was 12, the Long Island native and current East Fishkill, N.Y., resident, spent his summer traveling to a New Jersey Holiday Inn, where his father was a partner, to peel potatoes and wash dishes. By 14, Ripka, blonde and tall—the stereotypical surfer dude—was spending his summers surfing while working as a soda jerk at a Massapequa bowling alley. “Surfing during the day and working at a restaurant at night was right up my alley,” Ripka recalled. “And the money …
Englewood, NJ
Lifestyle
Bergen County Chefs Will Pop Dinner Into Your Car Trunk
If you’re looking for the perfect opportunity to enjoy a hearty, chef-cooked meal while helping to feed families in need during the COVID-19 crisis, Trunk Pop Dinners provides the perfect solution. Located in Tenafly, Trunk Pop Dinners is run by local cookbook authors and Food Network kitchen personalities Marge Perry and David Bonom. Perry is a chef instructor at the Institute of Culinary Education in New York City and an award-winning food writer while Bonom has catered for Bette Midler, Hilary Clinton, Sotheby's and more. Here’s how the service works: Customers place an order and pay t…
Newark, NJ
Business
Husband, Wife Bring Chocolate Shop To Montclair
A husband and wife with a culinary background are bringing a chocolate bar to Montclair. Vesta Chocolate is now open at 598 Valley Road in Upper Montclair. The shop is run by triple-threat chef, chocolate-maker and chocolatier Roger Rodriguez, along with his wife and business partner Julia Choi Rodriguez, who is also a pastry chef and food stylist. Vesta Chocolate is an artisan bean-to-bar chocolate lab and boutique featuring chocolate bars, confections, and baked goods. There will also be some secret menu items all hand-crafted on premise daily in small batches by Chef Roger using organ…
Englewood, NJ
News
Popular Greek Restaurants Merge In Englewood
Two popular Bergen County restaurants will soon combine forces to deliver a gourmet culinary experience described as “traditional Greek with a modern twist.” Lefkes Estiatorio in Englewood Cliffs has merged with the team at Syros Taverna in Englewood under Executive Chef Stavros Bariabas. Stavros, a native of Greece, will create dishes based around authentic flavors and ingredients from the culture. He will be working with the executive chef and owner, Taso Ntoumas. "Chef Taso wanted to find a team that could execute and deliver the wonders and flavors of Greece in each and every plate," …
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