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Best Indian Restaurant In Westchester County In 2024: Chutney Masala Best Indian Restaurant In Westchester County In 2024: Chutney Masala
Best Indian Restaurant In Westchester County In 2024: Chutney Masala We are thrilled to announce that Chutney Masala has been named Best Indian Restaurant in Westchester County in the Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, Chutney Masala takes pride in its commitment to quality, using free-range meats and locally sourced produce, fresh ingredients, and bold spices—all to deliver a menu filled with classic and contemporary dishes.   One enthusiastic Readers' Choice voter called Churney Masala the “best Indian cuisine.”  The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best in Westchester County…
Best Chinese Restaurant In Fairfield County In 2024: Village Gourmet Chinese Restaurant Best Chinese Restaurant In Fairfield County In 2024: Village Gourmet Chinese Restaurant
Best Chinese Restaurant In Fairfield County In 2024: Village Gourmet Chinese Restaurant We are thrilled to announce that Village Gourmet Chinese Restaurant has been named Best Chinese Restaurant in Fairfield County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, Village Gourmet Chinese Restaurant serves a flavorful selection of traditional Chinese and Asian dishes. Recognized for its diverse flavors and fresh, top-quality ingredients, the restaurant welcomes guests with a warm atmosphere and outstanding service, as noted on its website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best in Fairfield County began with rea…
Kendall Jenner Spotted At Stamford's Lakeside Diner Kendall Jenner Spotted At Stamford's Lakeside Diner
Kendall Jenner Spotted At Stamford's Lakeside Diner Supermodel Kendall Jenner made an unexpected stop at a popular Connecticut eatery, leaving locals buzzing. The 29-year-old reality star and model shared a snap from inside Lakeside Diner in Stamford on Instagram, giving fans a glimpse of her low-key outing. Diner owner Jane Agostino told CT Insider she recognized Jenner “immediately” when she walked in on Tuesday, Feb. 11, and she and her guests "couldn't have been more pleasant."  Jenner was joined by Renell Medrano, who is tagged in her photo at the table enjoying an omelet. Jenner was in the area for New York Fashion Week, where s…
Authentic Dim Sum, Dumplings Coming To Scarsdale As Colorado Restaurant Expands East Authentic Dim Sum, Dumplings Coming To Scarsdale As Colorado Restaurant Expands East
Authentic Dim Sum, Dumplings Coming To Scarsdale As Colorado Restaurant Expands East A dim sum spot from Colorado is bringing its soup buns, dumplings, and other dishes all the way to Westchester County. Nana's Dim Sum & Dumplings is preparing to open at 709 White Plains Road in Scarsdale. The Colorado-based restaurant has three locations in Aurora, Boulder, and Denver. Nana's menu features a variety of dim sum favorites, including sweet rice shao mai, honey chicken feet, and black bean spare ribs. Pan-fried dumplings come stuffed with shrimp and pork, chicken and corn, beef and celery, or pork and mushroom. View this post on Instagram …
Raising Cane's Turnersville Grand Opening Draws Hundreds Of Chicken Lovers Raising Cane's Turnersville Grand Opening Draws Hundreds Of Chicken Lovers
Raising Cane's Turnersville Grand Opening Draws Hundreds Of Chicken Lovers Fans of chicken and sauce might have found their new home in Gloucester County. Raising Cane's celebrated its grand opening at 5241 Route 42 in Turnersville in Washington Township on Tuesday, Feb. 4. Not even the cold weather could keep hundreds of chicken finger fanatics, with several bringing chairs while they waited to go inside. At the grand opening,  20 customers won free Raising Cane's for a year and the first 100 customers who bought a combo received a commemorative hat and free Box Combo cards. This is the fast growing fried chicken franchise's sixth location in the Garde…
Bagel Lovers Rejoice: New Scarsdale Spot Earns Rave Reviews Bagel Lovers Rejoice: New Scarsdale Spot Earns Rave Reviews
Bagel Lovers Rejoice: New Scarsdale Spot Earns Rave Reviews Move over milk and cookies—a new bagel shop in Westchester that has received plenty of rave reviews since opening weeks ago is ready to serve those regaining their appetites after Christmas dinner.  The Bagel Emporium, which has six locations across Westchester, opened a new locale in Scarsdale at 16 Chase Rd. in mid-November.  The chain offers a long list of bagel options, some of which include poppy; sesame; everything; blueberry; cinnamon raisin; "Fruity Pebble;" French toast; and rainbow.  As for spreads, options include butter, cream cheese, lox, and tofutti.  For…
'Was This Leaked?' Millburn Deli Reacts To Rumored New Location 'Was This Leaked?' Millburn Deli Reacts To Rumored New Location
'Was This Leaked?' Millburn Deli Reacts To Rumored New Location Jersey City is about to get a taste of Millburn Deli. The local legend had its plans leaked — here’s what they said next. Millburn Deli, the beloved sandwich institution known for its iconic Sloppy Joes, has officially confirmed it will be opening a location in Jersey City — but not without a twist. In a cheeky Facebook post, the deli responded to leaked details of its expansion plans with humor and surprise on Thursday, Nov. 21: "Guess this is our official announcement… Jersey City coming 2025," the post read, referencing how the news had surfaced ahead of their intended reveal. The leak…
This East Meadow Bagel Shop Among Top 100 In NY, New Ranking Says This East Meadow Bagel Shop Among Top 100 In NY, New Ranking Says
This East Meadow Bagel Shop Among Top 100 In NY, New Ranking Says Whether for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, these bagels are the cream (cheese?) of the crop. Nearly three dozen businesses outside of New York City made the “Top 100 Bagel Shops in New York 2024” ranking by Yelp. To come up with its list, the restaurant review site identified businesses in the bagel category, then ranked those spots using a number of factors, including the total volume and ratings of reviews. Yelp’s ranking includes a mix of decades-old storefronts and newcomers making names for themselves post-COVID-19 pandemic.  Menus boast everything from the classics (plain, sesame…
Pizza Hut Unveiling New Restaurant For One In NY Pizza Hut Unveiling New Restaurant For One In NY
Pizza Hut Unveiling New Restaurant For One In NY Pizza Hut is unveiling a new restaurant. It's called Personal Pan Pizza Hut, and it will only serve a 6-inch personal pan pizzas to one customer at a time and by reservation only in a two-day preview. The Personal Pan Pizza Hut will be open in New York City on Tuesday, Oct. 22 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024 from noon to 7 p.m. in Queens at 50th Avenue and Center Boulevard. Those who can get a spot can choose from any available pizza toppings, including the newest additions to Pizza Hut’s menu: pesto swirl, spicy sauce, chicken sausage, fresh diced garlic, and …
Greenwich Restaurant Ranks As One Of Best Spots In State To Grab Burger Greenwich Restaurant Ranks As One Of Best Spots In State To Grab Burger
Greenwich Restaurant Ranks As One Of Best Spots In State To Grab Burger It's National Cheeseburger Day. And if you're looking for a great burger to celebrate, here are some of the best-reviewed spots in Connecticut according to Yelp.  Hungry Bull Burger Co. — 381 Farmington Ave. in Plainville View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hungry Bull Burger Co. (@hungrybullburgerco) This Hartford County burger joint boasts a nearly perfect score on Yelp! with a 4.8 out of 5 stars rating. In fact, 80 of the restaurant's 94 reviews gave it a perfect score.  Highlighted review: "Awesome first visit t…
Pair Of Yonkers Pizzerias Among Top 10 In Westchester, Rankings Say Pair Of Yonkers Pizzerias Among Top 10 In Westchester, Rankings Say
Pair Of Yonkers Pizzerias Among Top 10 In Westchester, Rankings Say Many of the selections in a popular website's rankings of the Top 10 pizzerias in Westchester are familiar places with well-earned reputations. But a few may come by surprise. The rankings, by Trip Advisor, are based on reviews. No. 1 Sal's Pizza, located on Mamaroneck Avenue in Mamaroneck, has 100 "excellent" ratings out of 195 reviews. Eateries in Yonkers -- No. 3 Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana and No. 8 Pizza Barn -- and New Rochelle -- No. 7 Patsy's Pizzeria and No. 10 Pizzeria La Rosa -- account for 40 percent of the Top 10. Several spots in surrounding communities are als…
Pakistani Couple's Popular Morris County Hot Chicken Restaurant Expands Once Again Pakistani Couple's Popular Morris County Hot Chicken Restaurant Expands Once Again
Pakistani Couple's Popular Morris County Hot Chicken Restaurant Expands Once Again Nearly four years after opening their first restaurant, Usman Chaudhry and Amena Chaudhri are expanding for the third time, with a fourth location. Namkeen Hot Chicken will soon be coming to Parsippany at 9 North Beverwyck Road in Lake Hiawatha, the North Bergen couple tells Daily Voice. The restaurant first opened in Chatham in Fall 2020, and later two more popped up in Metuchen and Brooklyn, NY. Owning his very-own restaurant was always a goal for Usman. He and his wife went for it "very spontaneously" in October 2020, despite it being a major risk during the pandemic. Usman q…
Look Who's Back: Popular Restaurant In Region Reopens Look Who's Back: Popular Restaurant In Region Reopens
Look Who's Back: Popular Restaurant In Region Reopens Big food news in the region with the reopening of a favorite restaurant that closed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Lorenzo's Bistro, located in Sullivan County in Jeffersonville, reopened its doors on Monday, April 1, at 5002 Route 52 in the old Sal's Pizzeria building. Fans of the former Lorenzo's are already packing the restaurant.  Many of the "old favorites," such as the Cubano sandwich and Philly cheese steak, are back on the menu, as well as a lineup of everything from bagels and breakfast sandwiches to lunch and dinner entrees, including new Tex-Mex dishes. Resident Jason Dole …
Popular Pizza Guru Impressed By Capital Region Eatery: 'Really, Really Good' Popular Pizza Guru Impressed By Capital Region Eatery: 'Really, Really Good'
Popular Pizza Guru Impressed By Capital Region Eatery: 'Really, Really Good' Despite burning both his finger and mouth, Dave Portnoy gave this local pizzeria his stamp of approval. The self-proclaimed pizza expert and Barstool Sports owner was in Schenectady on Monday, April 8, and decided to stop by Prima Pizzeria on State Street for his popular “One Bite Pizza Reviews” series on YouTube. He seemed pleased right out of the gate, describing his pie as appearing “good” and “wintery.” “When I say wintery, thick, big crust, lots of cheese, lots of bread, and that makes sense,” Portnoy said before calling attention to the pizza’s “good undercarriage.” After burning hi…
Valerie Bertinelli Appearing In Northvale Valerie Bertinelli Appearing In Northvale
Valerie Bertinelli Appearing In Northvale Valerie Bertinelli is ready to indulge. The star of "One Day at a Time" is signing copies of her new cookbook "Indulge: Delicious and Decadent Dishes to Enjoy and Share" on Wednesday, April 3 at 6 p.m. at Books and Greetings in Northvale. In the cookbook, Bertinelli discusses how when she turned 60, she decided to stop counting calories and enjoy being alive, starting in the kitchen, according to a synopsis. Recipes include garlic confit BLT, sausage and olive cheese bites, spaghetti al limone, filet minion with bearnaise sauce and chocolate peanut butter dates, according to a synopsis. Th…
'Culinary Delight': Best Bagels Found At This Long Island Deli, Voters Say 'Culinary Delight': Best Bagels Found At This Long Island Deli, Voters Say
'Culinary Delight': Best Bagels Found At This Long Island Deli, Voters Say There’s a new bagel king of Long Island. Blazin Bagel and Deli – located in Manorville at 287 Wading River Road – was voted best bagels for the 2024 Bethpage Best of Long Island survey. “Boiled and baked to perfection, Blazin Bagel’s creations boast a delightful balance of chewiness and crispness, creating the ideal bagel texture,” reads the consensus. “Complemented by a selection of artisanal spreads and toppings, each bagel is a culinary delight.” Opened in December 2021, Blazin offers a variety of bagel flavors including classic plain, everything, blueberry, and Asiago. From there, it…
New Long Island Eatery Is Best Spot For 'Quick, Affordable Bite,' Reviewer Says New Long Island Eatery Is Best Spot For 'Quick, Affordable Bite,' Reviewer Says
New Long Island Eatery Is Best Spot For 'Quick, Affordable Bite,' Reviewer Says A new Long Island market and eatery is delighting customers just weeks into business. Five High Marketplace, located in Huntington at 5 High Street, opened in early December 2023 in the former home of Crossroads Marketplace. In addition to convenience store staples like chips, candy, and fruit, the business boasts a salad bar “with every fresh topping and protein choice imaginable,” Devon Chloe Moezinia said on Facebook. Those looking for a quick bite can also choose from several signature sandwiches and all-day breakfast offerings. Its menu also features fresh pressed juices, smoothies, …
This Town Is Most Underrated In CT, New Rankings Say: Do You Agree? Vote Now This Town Is Most Underrated In CT, New Rankings Say: Do You Agree? Vote Now
This Town Is Most Underrated In CT, New Rankings Say: Do You Agree? Vote Now Of all the wonderful places to go in Connecticut, there's one town that gets looked over too often, according to a new ranking. Cheapism.com, a blog covering affordable travel, items, and more, ranked the New Haven County town of Guilford as the state’s most overlooked place in its new ranking, “The Most Underrated Town in Every State.” In order to determine this, the site combed through online reviews and rankings to find places that don't usually get national attention but still have "tremendous value to visitors and locals alike," according to Cheapism.  The over 375-year-old tow…
Ridgefield Has Best Downtown Shopping In CT, New Rankings Say Ridgefield Has Best Downtown Shopping In CT, New Rankings Say
Ridgefield Has Best Downtown Shopping In CT, New Rankings Say A new ranking says one Connecticut as the absolute best place for a shopping spree in the state. Online news site Cheapism.com dubbed Fairfield County’s own Ridgefield as the state's best place to shop its “Best 'Main Street' Shopping Districts in All 50 States” ranking. In an attempt to stray away from big box stores in favor of mom-and-pop shops, the list gathers the most quaint shopping districts from towns with fewer than 90,000 residents. Ridgefield’s Main Street and Danbury Road are named by Cheapism.com as the places to check out for not only the shops and boutiques they house bu…
'Absolutely Delicious' Restaurant Opens New Long Island Location 'Absolutely Delicious' Restaurant Opens New Long Island Location
'Absolutely Delicious' Restaurant Opens New Long Island Location A restaurant, which originally started as a food truck, is now celebrating the opening of its second Long Island location, delighting diners with its tasty and large-portioned dishes. A Wing Away Kitchen, owned by husband and wife duo Anthony and Stefanie Marengo, opened up its second storefront location in Calverton in early August 2023, located at 4490 Middle Country Road. The eatery, which originally started as a food truck, recently announced that it closed its Plainview location in Coliseum Kitchen, making the new Calverton storefront the only physical spot on Long Island to get A W…
New Eatery To Bring Homemade 'Creative Dishes' To Yonkers New Eatery To Bring Homemade 'Creative Dishes' To Yonkers
New Eatery To Bring Homemade 'Creative Dishes' To Yonkers An all-new restaurant in Westchester will soon be serving up a variety of homemade pasta dishes and pizza cooked up by a chef known for his creativity.  Via Veroli Restaurant, located in Yonkers at 2150 Central Park Ave., will celebrate its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, Aug. 8 at 12:30 p.m. The eatery, located in the former home of Reggia Morelli Ristorante, will serve meals that offer a "unique twist" to Italian cuisine, according to the restaurant's website.  Some menu items include "IFC," or Italian fried chicken served with creamy polenta,…
First Watch, Shake Shack Coming To Jersey Shore First Watch, Shake Shack Coming To Jersey Shore
First Watch, Shake Shack Coming To Jersey Shore First Watch and Shake Shack have both signed leases at Brick Commons in Brick Township. A new site for the restaurants will be constructed adjacent to the main part of the property.  “Brick Commons is a highly trafficked destination with fantastic proximity to the Jersey Shore’s beach destinations,” said Justin Lustig, vice president of leasing for Urban Edge Properties.  First Watch is well-known in the daytime dining sector, winning numerous awards for its chef-driven menu of brunch favorites and seasonal specialties.  Shake Shack brings one of the country’s most popular…
Former Marine Opens Sports Bar In Cresskill Former Marine Opens Sports Bar In Cresskill
Former Marine Opens Sports Bar In Cresskill When Scott Roberts decided to open a sports bar, he acted fast.  Roberts is the owner of Scotty's Bar and Grill a new sports bar that opened in Bergen County at 172 Piermont Rd. in Cresskill. "It's awesome," Roberts said about his new joint. "We got 100-inch TVs, a bunch of 60-inch TVs, pool tables, a dart board. The crab cakes are insane." Scotty's opened two weeks ago and had 650 customers, Roberts said. He said people have been attracted to the food, which is upscale but not snooty and the fact he is committed to making his restaurant an all-inclusive place where everyone feels saf…
Tommy's Tavern + Tap Opening New Restaurant In South Jersey Tommy's Tavern + Tap Opening New Restaurant In South Jersey
Tommy's Tavern + Tap Opening New Restaurant In South Jersey Tommy's Tavern + Tap is expanding in South Jersey. The restaurant chain is taking over the former TGI Friday's building in the Centerton Square shopping center in Mount Laurel. The restaurant is expected to open later this month. Tim Selcov, CEO of Triple T Hospitality Group that operates Tommy's restaurants across the state, said, "Tommy's is the crowd pleaser. We do a lot; but we do a lot great. That's what really separates us." The restaurant mixes a modern upscale vibe with sports bar features.  "We serve high quality, fresh food from our three separate kitchens within our …
New Hudson Valley Restaurant Cited For 'Fresh, Delicious' Fare, 'Sizable' Portions New Hudson Valley Restaurant Cited For 'Fresh, Delicious' Fare, 'Sizable' Portions
New Hudson Valley Restaurant Cited For 'Fresh, Delicious' Fare, 'Sizable' Portions Open for only three months, a new Afghan and Mediterranean restaurant in the Hudson Valley is receiving high ratings from foodies and online reviewers. Located in Rockland County, Mazadore Kebab, in the Tappan Plaza in Tappan, is quickly gaining a reputation for its fresh and quality ingredients with plenty of fragrant seasonings. But operating a top-notch restaurant is nothing new for the owners who owned Khyber Pass restaurant for 22 years in St Marks Place, in Manhattan, before the pandemic forced them to close. The menu features what you would expect from a kebab restaurant, plenty of…
Small Jersey Shore Sandwich Shop Has Big Plans Small Jersey Shore Sandwich Shop Has Big Plans
Small Jersey Shore Sandwich Shop Has Big Plans A popular Jersey Shore sandwich shop is opening another location. Hoagitos, which translates to "small hoagie," will be coming to Bay Avenue in Point Pleasant, next to Last Wave Brewing Co.  🚨THIS SATURDAY 🚨 @monmouthuniversity homecoming special in Oakhurst ONLY. $49.99 get 10!!!! Classics!! Fried Breast, American cheese, lettuce, Pickle w. Garlic Mayo 🔥 🤤 #LETSGO #HOAGITOS Posted by Hoagitos on Thursday, October 20, 2022 According to a report in NJ Advance Media, more locations could be on the horizon. The company expanded to open its first brick-and-mortar opened in Belmar in 2016…
Brand-New Restaurant In Region To Hold Grand Opening: Here's What's On Menu Brand-New Restaurant In Region To Hold Grand Opening: Here's What's On Menu
Brand-New Restaurant In Region To Hold Grand Opening: Here's What's On Menu A brand-new restaurant in the region is preparing to celebrate its grand opening. Sullivan County eatery Logan's Bar & Grille, located at 64 North Main Street in Liberty, is set to hold a grand opening and ribbon-cutting event at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 24, the Greater Liberty Chamber of Commerce announced. The restaurant had its soft opening on Wednesday, Aug. 24. Logan's Bar & Grille's menu features classic bar fare, such as burgers, fries, onion rings, Buffalo wings, and heroes, along with dinner specials. Some shareable dishes include jalapeño poppers, fried pickl…
New Italian Restaurant In Western Mass Gets High Marks For Pizza, Pasta New Italian Restaurant In Western Mass Gets High Marks For Pizza, Pasta
New Italian Restaurant In Western Mass Gets High Marks For Pizza, Pasta A new Western Massachusetts pasta and pizza restaurant is getting high marks from online reviewers and foodies. The Redstone Pasta Company located in Hampden County in East Longmeadow, recently opened and already has a waitlist for a reservation. That's because the hot spot is offering handmade pasta and wood-fired pizzas that aren't your ordinary fare. "A new Italian place in town definitely worth trying! The pizza was light, the pasta was fresh, and the dessert was 2 thumbs up!" said Yelper Jennifer D., of East Longmeadow. The menu features a host of interesting dishes includi…
New Bakery/Café To Open At Long Island Shopping Center New Bakery/Café To Open At Long Island Shopping Center
New Bakery/Café To Open At Long Island Shopping Center A new bakery and café is set to open at a Long Island shopping center this year. The French Workshop Artisan Bakery will open a new location in Wantagh at the Willow Wood Shoppes, located at 1187 Wantagh Avenue, Breslin Realty announced on Wednesday, Jan. 26. The bakery is scheduled to open sometime this year, and the space is still being built, the company said. The French Workshop also has locations in Plainview, Bayside, and Garden City. The bakery, which offers a variety of pastries, macarons, cakes, and other desserts, will occupy 3,750 square feet at the new location, Breslin Realty…
Connecticut Magazine Names State's 25 Best Restaurants Connecticut Magazine Names State's 25 Best Restaurants
Connecticut Magazine Names State's 25 Best Restaurants Foodies will want to be sure and check out the latest edition of "Connecticut Magazine" which lists its annual 25 best new restaurants. The restaurants range from pizza joints to top-notch cuisine with famous chefs.  Some restaurants of note in the list include:  Villa Lulu, New Haven: Created by veteran restaurateurs Rafael Palomino and Mo Gad, Villa Lulu opened in August and features a contemporary Italian menu with new takes on such favorites as eggplant parmesan. Other standouts include crispy artichokes with Parmesan aioli; pork belly over Tuscan cabbage with apple mostarda, and squi…
New Suffolk County Restaurant Draws Praise For Menu, Atmosphere, Service New Suffolk County Restaurant Draws Praise For Menu, Atmosphere, Service
New Suffolk County Restaurant Draws Praise For Menu, Atmosphere, Service A new Long Island restaurant is seeing a positive response from members of the community for its menu and service. Bijou Restaurant hosted its grand opening in Suffolk County on Friday, Dec. 3. The restaurant is located at 400 Broadhollow Road in Melville. The menu features a wide selection of dishes, including sushi appetizers, dim sum bowls, shrimp and scallops, and Australian Wagyu filet mignon. The dessert menu includes a chocolate truffle tart, mochi ice cream dumplings, seasonal sorbet and more. Online reviewers have praised the restaurant's service and atmosphere. "Grand opening …