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From Romagna With Love: New Babylon Restaurant Dishes Handmade Pasta, Italian Charm From Romagna With Love: New Babylon Restaurant Dishes Handmade Pasta, Italian Charm
From Romagna With Love: New Babylon Restaurant Dishes Handmade Pasta, Italian Charm This new Long Island restaurant will have you exclaiming, “È fantastico!” Step inside Talina Osteria in Babylon, and you’ll find yourself transported to Italy’s Romagna region, where rustic charm, handmade pastas, and family traditions take center stage. The eatery – located at 376 Deer Park Road – held its grand opening in mid September under the direction of owner Massimiliano Gargiulo, mixologist Pietro Faetanini, and Chef Brittany Middlemiss. Since then, it’s quickly gained favor with local foodies. Salumi and wine (left) and Piadina stracchino prosciutto (right). Instag…
'Fantastic Addition': New Seafood Joint Earning Praise Months After Opening In White Plains 'Fantastic Addition': New Seafood Joint Earning Praise Months After Opening In White Plains
'Fantastic Addition': New Seafood Joint Earning Praise Months After Opening In White Plains Months after opening, a new seafood restaurant in Westchester is becoming a hit among patrons from across the region.  Coral Seafood Restaurant, located in White Plains at 19 Court St., opened in early July and became the chain's second locale in Westchester until its sister location in Baldwin Place burned down in June.  The eatery specializes in raw bar items; lobster; main dishes like salmon steak, swordfish, and red snapper; and stuffed shrimp.  A highlight of the dinner menu is the "Coral Specialty," which includes stuffed clams, stuffed shrimp, lobster tail, salmon, an…
New Italian Sports Bar In West Hempstead Cited For 'Excellent' Fare, 'Laid Back' Atmosphere New Italian Sports Bar In West Hempstead Cited For 'Excellent' Fare, 'Laid Back' Atmosphere
New Italian Sports Bar In West Hempstead Cited For 'Excellent' Fare, 'Laid Back' Atmosphere A new sports bar on Long Island is delighting diners just weeks into business. Allegro Bar & Grille – located in West Hempstead at 157 Hempstead Avenue – opened in late September, serving up “an Italian twist on American classics,” according to its website. Its menu boasts several flatbreads, burgers, salads, and “small bites” like Italian egg rolls, empanada calzones, chicken wings, and housemade bruschetta. Customers can also select from a number of beers, wines, and craft cocktails, including the largest selection of spritzes and espresso martinis in the Long Island/New York City a…
Look Inside NJ's First Eataly: Sprawling Store, Restaurant Open At Short Hills Mall Look Inside NJ's First Eataly: Sprawling Store, Restaurant Open At Short Hills Mall
Look Inside NJ's First Eataly: Sprawling Store, Restaurant Open At Short Hills Mall Eataly is now open in the Garden State. The Italian marketplace opened its first New Jersey location at The Mall at Short Hills on Wednesday, Nov. 13. The 17,000 square foot store aim to give patrons a taste of the "authentic Italian lifestyle," according to a release. Eataly Short Hills features a 230-seat restaurant and bar, Eataly Ristorante, which offers traditional antipasti, pasta dishes, Pizza Napoletana, and main courses like chicken Milanese, alongside an extensive wine list. The store also hosts several quick-serve counters that offer grab-and-go items including coffee, pastries,…
Husband-Wife Team To Open New Eatery In Thornwood: Here's When Husband-Wife Team To Open New Eatery In Thornwood: Here's When
Husband-Wife Team To Open New Eatery In Thornwood: Here's When A husband and wife who have already seen success in the restaurant business are set to open another eatery in Northern Westchester with a Spanish flair. Vida Restaurant, owned by Marc Taxiera and Brianne Meyers-Taxiera, will open in late October at 14 Marble Ave. in Thornwood. The eatery will be run by the same team that opened Augustine's Salumeria in Mamaroneck in 2022 and will offer Spanish cuisine, including modern interpretations of tapas, which are small appetizers. Some examples of these that will be offered by Vida include papas brava, which consist of smashed crispy potato bites; …
This Northern Westchester Eatery Added To Michelin Guide This Northern Westchester Eatery Added To Michelin Guide
This Northern Westchester Eatery Added To Michelin Guide A successful restaurant set inside a farmhouse in Northern Westchester is one of the latest additions to the prestigious Michelin Guide.  La Bastide By Andrea Calstier, located in North Salem at 721 Titicus Rd. (Route 116), is one of 12 new additions to the Michelin Guide, which helps readers discover the best restaurants by listing establishments well-received by its reviewers.  In its write-up of the establishment, Michelin reviewers wrote that the restaurant's "soothing design perfectly complements sweeping views of the pastoral landscape."  "Each dish is more imagin…
Famous CT Pizzeria Expanding To Wethersfield, 3 Other Locations Famous CT Pizzeria Expanding To Wethersfield, 3 Other Locations
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…
Models Sought For Wine Photoshoot In Hoboken Models Sought For Wine Photoshoot In Hoboken
Models Sought For Wine Photoshoot In Hoboken Do you enjoy drinking wine and look good doing it? This might be the photoshoot for you. A casting notice has been released for a holiday lifestyle photo shoot for a well known wine brand that will be held in Hoboken on Monday, Sept. 9 .  The project is looking for four modes, male or female, between the ages of 25 to 36. The shoot pays $300 for eight hours of work.  For more information or to view the listing, click here.
New Restaurant In Hudson Valley Uses Walls As Blackboards: Here's What's Cooking New Restaurant In Hudson Valley Uses Walls As Blackboards: Here's What's Cooking
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…
New Italian Restaurant On Long Island Cited For 'Top-Notch Service' New Italian Restaurant On Long Island Cited For 'Top-Notch Service'
New Italian Restaurant On Long Island Cited For 'Top-Notch Service' Long Island has a new Italian restaurant, and it’s already delighting diners. Centro 336 – located in Hampton Bays at 336 West Montauk Highway – held its grand opening on Wednesday, June 24. The restaurant’s menu boasts a number of Italian staples like pizza, pasta, and chicken parmigiana. Everything is made in house using many of the East End’s local, in season produce. “Our menu centers around family recipes including fresh homemade pasta, individual pizzas from our wood burning oven and dishes with Mediterranean touches, such as clams oreganata, grilled octopus and zucchini chips,” read…
Popular Restaurant Chain Closing Capital Region Location After 20 Years Popular Restaurant Chain Closing Capital Region Location After 20 Years
Popular Restaurant Chain Closing Capital Region Location After 20 Years Time is running out to visit this popular restaurant in the region. In Albany County, the Ninety Nine Restaurant & Pub is set to close its Colonie location – at 107 Wolf Road – after 20 years in business. The restaurant’s final service will take place Sunday, Aug. 11, a company spokesperson told Daily Voice. Employees are being offered positions at other locations or severance pay. Headquartered in Woburn, Massachusetts, Ninety Nine Restaurant bills itself as a casual dining eatery focusing on traditional American pub fare. The Colonie location opened in 2003. View…
New Restaurant On Long Island Praised For 'Great Portions, Flavors Right On Spot' New Restaurant On Long Island Praised For 'Great Portions, Flavors Right On Spot'
New Restaurant On Long Island Praised For 'Great Portions, Flavors Right On Spot' Long Island’s newest restaurant promises elevated American cuisine served with a side of “timeless elegance.” James & Main opened in East Rockaway at 1 Main Street on Friday, July 26. Billed as “the South Shore’s newest classic,” the restaurant and bar describes itself as a place “where the simple pleasures of the past meet the tastes of today." Lining the walls are a decades-curated collection of art, antiques, wine, and whiskey. Join us on the outside deck for a Frozen Piña Colada🥥 Posted by James & Main on Friday, July 26, 2024 “Come for the ambience of timeless elegan…
New Italian Restaurant Overlooking Capital Region Lake Cited For 'Awesome Food, Great Views' New Italian Restaurant Overlooking Capital Region Lake Cited For 'Awesome Food, Great Views'
New Italian Restaurant Overlooking Capital Region Lake Cited For 'Awesome Food, Great Views' This new restaurant in the region is dishing Italian cuisine with a side of waterfront views. Saratoga County eatery Buona Sera – located in Malta at 113 State Route 9P, right on Saratoga Lake – held its soft opening on Saturday, July 13. Under the direction of husband-and-wife team Jimmy and Danielle Hartwyk, the restaurant serves a number of Italian staples like bolognese, fettuccine alfredo, and spaghetti with clam sauce. Its menu features a number of appetizers, like pan fried mozzarella, burrata, and sauteed mussels, or salads, like beef carpaccio – made with arugula, pine nuts, goat …
Navy Vet, Federal Employee Crystal Carnes Of Fredericksburg Dies: 'Put On Some Grateful Dead' Navy Vet, Federal Employee Crystal Carnes Of Fredericksburg Dies: 'Put On Some Grateful Dead'
Navy Vet, Federal Employee Crystal Carnes Of Fredericksburg Dies: 'Put On Some Grateful Dead' Crystal Carnes, a veteran of the US Navy who recently retired from her a lead position within the Department of Defense, died on Sunday, June 30 after battling a brain tumor, her obituary on the Covenan Funeral Service website says. Crystal, 45, enlisted in the US Navy in 1997 and would go on to graduate form Russian Phase II training in Texas before serving at the Naval Security Group Detachment (NSDG) at Menwith Hill, in the United Kingdom (UK). She served until 2000, after earning the rank of Cryptologic Technician (Interpretive) 3rd Class (CTI3) and was a recipient of the Natio…
These CT Eateries Named Best Restaurants For Wine, New Rankings Say These CT Eateries Named Best Restaurants For Wine, New Rankings Say
These CT Eateries Named Best Restaurants For Wine, New Rankings Say Several Connecticut restaurants are the cream of the crop when it comes to their wine offerings, according to new rankings released by Wine Spectator. A total of 36 eateries were recognized as winners of the 2024 Restaurant Awards released by Wine Spectator, a publication that serves as a leading authority on wine. The restaurants named as winners of the awards, which were made public on Tuesday, June 25, are (by county):  Fairfield County: L'Escale Restaurant, Greenwich; Tony's at the J House, Riverside; Barcelona Wine Bar, Stamford; The Restaurant At Rowayton Seafood, …
These 5 White Plains Eateries Named Best Restaurants For Wine, New Rankings Say These 5 White Plains Eateries Named Best Restaurants For Wine, New Rankings Say
These 5 White Plains Eateries Named Best Restaurants For Wine, New Rankings Say More than a dozen eateries in Westchester are among the best in the world for their carefully crafted wine selections, according to new rankings released by Wine Spectator.  The 14 Westchester eateries were recognized as winners of the 2024 Restaurant Awards released by Wine Spectator, a publication that serves as a leading authority on wine.  The restaurants named as winners of the awards, which were made public on Tuesday, June 25, are:  Blue Hill at Stone Barns, located in Pocantico Hills at 630 Bedford Rd.; Crabtree's Kittle House Restaurant and Inn, located in Chappaqu…
Tommy's Tavern + Tap Announces Edgewater Opening Date Tommy's Tavern + Tap Announces Edgewater Opening Date
Tommy's Tavern + Tap Announces Edgewater Opening Date A popular bar and restaurant with nine locations in New Jersey is opening another later this month. Tommy's Tavern + Tap announced on Instagram that its Edgewater location will open at City Place on Wednesday, June 26. The expansive Tommy's menu includes pizza, burgers, salads, small plates, sushi, beer, cocktails, wine, happy hour specials, and more. Tommy's has locations in Sea Bright, Freehold, Clifton, Bridgewater, Edison, Princeton, Morris Plains, Mount Laurel, Cherry Hill, and now Edgewater. Tommy's Tavern + Tap, 11 The Promenade at City Place, Edgewater.
Two Philly Bars Among Esquire's 'Best Bars In America' For 2024 Two Philly Bars Among Esquire's 'Best Bars In America' For 2024
Two Philly Bars Among Esquire's 'Best Bars In America' For 2024 A pair of Philadelphia bars are among the 42 best in the nation, according to Esquire.com.  Poison Heart, 931 Spring Garden St., appeals with its "slightly punk stylishness," according to the outlet. A cocktail and oyster joint with a "well-rounded wine list," Poison Heart also offers more traditional pub grub including waffle fries and melts.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Poison Heart (@poisonheartbar) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Poison Heart (@po…
'Superb': New Italian Restaurant On Long Island Offers 'Hamptons Vibe Without The Drive' 'Superb': New Italian Restaurant On Long Island Offers 'Hamptons Vibe Without The Drive'
'Superb': New Italian Restaurant On Long Island Offers 'Hamptons Vibe Without The Drive' A new restaurant on Long Island serving seasonal Italian and American cuisine alongside wine and cocktails is making a splash with diners just weeks into business. Elaine’s Restaurant and Bar – located in East Setauket at 316 Main Street – held its grand opening on Thursday, April 4. Under the direction of husband-and-wife team Enzo and Elaine Micali, the eatery offers a number of Italian-inspired dishes, like spaghetti aglio e olio, pappardelle alla bolognese, and orecchiette with sausage, broccoli rabe, and parmigiano reggiano. Its menu also features a number of salads and small plates,…
New Boston Bistro Caters To The Curious With 'Elevated' Cuisine New Boston Bistro Caters To The Curious With 'Elevated' Cuisine
New Boston Bistro Caters To The Curious With 'Elevated' Cuisine A tried-and-tested catering company is planning the launch of a brick-and-mortar restaurant in Suffolk County.  The Catered Affair, an award-winning hospitality company known for creating stunning experiences, is preparing to open a Folio, a new European-inspired restaurant, at 14A Beacon Street in Boston.  Folio, located at Boston Athenaeum, will offer made-to-order shareable plates, new and old-world wines, and craft cocktails. Quote from Ken Barrett-Sweet, Vice President of Catering, The Catered Affair “Modeled after European bistros, Folio provides gracious hospitality in unexpected …
2 White Plains Eateries Named Best Restaurants For Wine, New Rankings Say 2 White Plains Eateries Named Best Restaurants For Wine, New Rankings Say
2 White Plains Eateries Named Best Restaurants For Wine, New Rankings Say Wine lovers in Westchester will want to check out several eateries in the county that have been named among the world's best restaurants for wine, according to new rankings released by Wine Spectator.  The nine Westchester eateries were recognized as winners of the 2023 Restaurant Awards released by Wine Spectator, a publication that serves as a leading authority on wine.  The five restaurants named as winners of the awards, which were made public on Tuesday, June 27, are:  Blue Hill at Stone Barns, located in Pocantico Hills at 630 Bedford Rd. The eatery is recognized for …
Portuguese Chef Draws On Family Recipes At New Jersey Shore Restaurant 'Lita' Portuguese Chef Draws On Family Recipes At New Jersey Shore Restaurant 'Lita'
Portuguese Chef Draws On Family Recipes At New Jersey Shore Restaurant 'Lita' A new restaurant featuring Portuguese fare is coming to the Jersey Shore this winter. At Lita, Chef David Viana says he plans to draw on his family recipes. The modern Iberian restaurant will be located at 1055 Route 34 in Aberdeen Township. Steeped in tradition, influenced by the French and the Mediterranean, and inspired by the spices of the East Indies, the food of Portugal can be beautifully described as simple and satisfying, the restaurant says on its website. Chef David is excited to use his talents and perspective, "to bring new life to a cuisine that has suffered years of neglect…
Sip, Sip Hooray: Arlington Couple To Open Friendly Spot For Wine Lovers Sip, Sip Hooray: Arlington Couple To Open Friendly Spot For Wine Lovers
Sip, Sip Hooray: Arlington Couple To Open Friendly Spot For Wine Lovers Arlington wine buffs will soon enjoy a new spot in town, all thanks to one local couple. Jackie and Philippe Loustaunau are opening their dream restaurant and wine shop, after years of cultivating connections with neighbors and wine connoisseurs, according to their website.  They are hoping this spot serves as a way to take intimidation out of wine and provide what they know about great drinks and foods, to their community. The restaurant and shop will be located on the ground floor of J Sol apartments at 4000 Fairfax Drive and expected to be open in September, according to A…
Rappers Megan Thee Stallion, Pardi Dine At North Jersey Restaurant Rappers Megan Thee Stallion, Pardi Dine At North Jersey Restaurant
Rappers Megan Thee Stallion, Pardi Dine At North Jersey Restaurant Megan Thee Stallion and Pardi were spotted at a North Jersey restaurant last week. Oceanos Oyster Bar & Grill on Saddle River Road in Fair Lawn posted a photo of the rappers to its Facebook and Instagram pages on Thursday, May 19. @theestallion #megantheestallion #theestallion #oceanoswineroom Posted by Oceanos Oyster Bar & Sea Grill on Thursday, May 19, 2022 In a private wine room, the couple enjoyed $50 shots of tequila and dined on platters of upscale seafood, NorthJersey.com reports. "They were very nice," co-owner Nikolaos Panteleakis told Daily Voice. Pardi shared a vid…
This Is The Best Expensive Restaurant In Maryland, Website Says This Is The Best Expensive Restaurant In Maryland, Website Says
This Is The Best Expensive Restaurant In Maryland, Website Says You went to a fancy restaurant and now you're a few hundred bucks in the hole. Here's the thing: The food wasn't great. Eat This, Not That has compiled a list of the best most expensive restaurant in every state to make sure that the Beef Wellington and lobster ravioli really are worth every penny spent. In Maryland, that's a restaurant called "Charleston" — the place for fine dining, Eat This Not That says.  "The menu changes daily based on what's fresh, and you can choose from three-, four-, five-, or six-course prix fixe options for $89 to $146 per person (or $149 to $260 with wine…
New Connecticut Vineyard Praised For Wine Selection, Scenic Location New Connecticut Vineyard Praised For Wine Selection, Scenic Location
New Connecticut Vineyard Praised For Wine Selection, Scenic Location A new Connecticut vineyard is seeing praise for its wine selection and scenic location. Stappa Vineyard hosted its grand opening in New Haven County in July. The vineyard is located at 403 Derby Ave. in Orange. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @stappavineyard The business was founded by three sisters.  "Stappa Vineyard is not only a winery, it is a way of life," the owners shared on the business' website. "We harvest with our children and our pets." The menu also includes chardonnay, Marquette, Cayuga White and more. The owner…
‘Seasons 52’ Grill And Wine Bar Sets Opening Date For New Morris County Restaurant ‘Seasons 52’ Grill And Wine Bar Sets Opening Date For New Morris County Restaurant
‘Seasons 52’ Grill And Wine Bar Sets Opening Date For New Morris County Restaurant Grill and wine bar Seasons 52 has set a date for its first location in Morris County. The restaurant — where each and every meal is under 595 calories — is opening May 14 at 1402 Route 10 in Parsippany. With existing Garden State locations in Bridgewater, Cherry Hill, Edison and Princeton, Seasons 52 offers a variety of classic menu options in conjunction with creative cocktails and happy hour specials. Meanwhile, the restaurant’s name isn’t just for show — the Seasons 52 menu changes throughout the year to give guests the ultimate seasonal and healthy dining experience. “The restaurant…
Long Island Eatery Stands Out For Steak, Seafood Long Island Eatery Stands Out For Steak, Seafood
Long Island Eatery Stands Out For Steak, Seafood It can be hard to stay fresh when you’re a 10-year-old restaurant, but Insignia Prime Steak and Sushi is pulling it off nicely. Insignia is a high-end steakhouse in Smithtown that also serves sushi, elaborate cocktails, and has a wine list that boasts more than 500 labels. The restaurant offers prime dry-aged steaks and fresh seafood. On Tuesday and Sunday, price fixe menus are also available. Part of the Anthony Scotto Restaurants group, Insignia stays inline with and upholds Scotto’s reputation for creating posh restaurants that serve gourmet foods. Scotto’s other restaurants inclu…
Save On Wine, More Wine, And All The Accessories You Need To Enjoy It Save On Wine, More Wine, And All The Accessories You Need To Enjoy It
Save On Wine, More Wine, And All The Accessories You Need To Enjoy It Whether you are a wine connoisseur or just like to enjoy a glass to wind down at the end of the day, we think you'll want to get in on these vino must-haves that are all on sale right now. World Wine Tour CollectionWorld Wine Tour 1. World Wine Tour Collection: 18 Bottles of Wine + Free Shipping It's always smart to have a bottle of wine on hand, whether that's to drink it yourself or to give as a gift. With this deal from the World Wine Tour Collection, you'll have more than enough bottles to share or keep. You'll get 18 half-price bottles of wine from countries including Spain, Italy,…
Tommy's Tavern + Tap Announces Clifton, Princeton Opening Dates Tommy's Tavern + Tap Announces Clifton, Princeton Opening Dates
Tommy's Tavern + Tap Announces Clifton, Princeton Opening Dates Tommy's Tavern + Tap has announced opening dates for its new Clifton and Princeton locations. The Princeton location will open Nov. 18, and the Clifton location will open Dec. 14. Tommy's has three other locations in Sea Bright, Freehold and Staten Island. Menu items include wings, burgers, soups, sandwiches, pizza, flatbread, sushi, specialty cocktails, beer and wine.
This Hamburg Restaurant Is Jersey's Most Expensive, Ranking Says This Hamburg Restaurant Is Jersey's Most Expensive, Ranking Says
This Hamburg Restaurant Is Jersey's Most Expensive, Ranking Says Restaurant Latour serves up delectable French and New American dishes made with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients under the supervision of chef Aishling Stevens. Also boasting a wine cellar that's won Wine Spectator’s Grand Award every year since 2006, you can certainly get a fine meal at this Hamburg restaurant.  But it'll cost you.  The Daily Meal compiled a list of the most expensive restaurants in every state, with Restaurant Latour leading the pack in New Jersey. Located in the sprawling Crystal Springs golf and culinary resort, the restaurant offers a five-course tasting…