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French Fry Eatery Returns To US With New Garden City Location French Fry Eatery Returns To US With New Garden City Location
French Fry Eatery Returns To US With New Garden City Location A shop specializing in gourmet French fry dishes, which started in New York City, is returning to the US after stealing the hearts and hunger of potato fans across Canada. Calling all French fry lovers. New York Fries, an eatery serving up decadent dishes such as poutine and more, opened up at the Roosevelt Field Mall, located in Garden City, on Tuesday, Jan. 9 – a big move for the company, as it marks the chain’s first foray back into the US market. As one may glean by the name, the chain started in New York City’s South Street Seaport in 1983 but soon moved to Canada and became a stap…
Philly Pretzel Factory Opening New City Location Philly Pretzel Factory Opening New City Location
Philly Pretzel Factory Opening New City Location Foodies who love a nice hot salty pretzel will be happy to know that a Philly Pretzel Factory is opening a new location in the Hudson Valley. Bringing the pretzel shop to Rockland County is the brainchild of two friends, Rob O'Malley and Bobby Miller who have been looking for a new career that would be fun as well as tasty. Located in New City at 98 S Main St., the new shop is just waiting for final inspections so they can throw open their doors, the duo said. Both men have been living in the New City area for the past 25 years and say they are looking forward to becoming more involved in …
Popular NYC Seafood Restaurant Coming To Darien Popular NYC Seafood Restaurant Coming To Darien
Popular NYC Seafood Restaurant Coming To Darien A popular New York City seafood restaurant is set to expand to Fairfield County bringing along its philosophy of using only sustainable seafood. Seamore's, also known for its craft cocktail and family-friendly atmosphere will open in Darien on Friday, June 9 in the Darien Commons. Restaurateur Jay Wainwright has partnered with local chef Shannon Sturz to curate a menu that reflects local flavors and supports the local fisheries, said Michelle Calarco, a spokeswoman for the restaurant group. The 3,400-square-foot restaurant features an expansive bar, a patio for outdoor dining, and a c…
Gofer Ice Cream Celebrates 20th Anniversary With New Stamford Location Gofer Ice Cream Celebrates 20th Anniversary With New Stamford Location
Gofer Ice Cream Celebrates 20th Anniversary With New Stamford Location Just in time for summer, a favorite Fairfield County ice cream chain has opened a new store to celebrate its 20th anniversary in the county. Located in Stamford, at 2367 Summer St., in the. Ridgeway Shopping Center, the new shop is open and ready to whip up whatever your heart desires including everything from a hot fudge sundae to a heaping cone of mint chocolate chip. Having first opened in Greenwich Memorial Day Weekend way back in 2003, this weekend also marks 20 years in business for the growing chain. “The newest Gofer location will continue to grow our Fairfield County footprint, s…
These 11 New Stores Are Coming To The Shops At Hudson Lights These 11 New Stores Are Coming To The Shops At Hudson Lights
These 11 New Stores Are Coming To The Shops At Hudson Lights The Shops at Hudson Lights continues to expand with new retail outlets, restaurants and spots to play ping pong.  Eleven new businesses have leased more than 25,000 square feet of retail space at the Fort Lee complex. UNLMTD Real Estate Group, which runs the complex, said they are at full occupancy.  The new businesses include PromptMD and LabCorp, along with PingPod. Patrons can dine on artisan noodles at Tsujita or have Mexican food at El Asadero Mexican Grill, which opens in the spring.  Also opening soon are Machi Machi, which serves bubble tea, Bodyfriend, a massage sup…
NYC Cookie Chain Bringing Tasty Treats To Downtown Bethesda NYC Cookie Chain Bringing Tasty Treats To Downtown Bethesda
NYC Cookie Chain Bringing Tasty Treats To Downtown Bethesda Marylanders with a sweet tooth are in for a real treat. What started out as a dream between two best friends in Queens, NY has grown into a homemade cookie empire that is ready to make its mark in Maryland. Chip City, which boasts nearly two dozen locations in the New York City-area announced that it will be taking its boutique cookie shop to Bethesda, with a new location set to open this fall on Elm Street. Chip City is coming to Maryland.Contributed The brainchild of CEO Peter Phillips and Teddy Gailas in 2017, Chip City was born when the two began talking about possible business ven…
New Tenants Announced At Bergen Town Center New Tenants Announced At Bergen Town Center
New Tenants Announced At Bergen Town Center Some new stores are sweetening up the Bergen Town Center.  Crumbl Cookies is one of several new stores opening at the shopping center in Paramus.  The cookie shop has been expanding throughout the Garden State, with locations in Holmdel, Ocean Township, Clark and Cherry Hill. Another store coming to Bergen Town Center is Haagen Daaz. This will be the second Haagen Daaz location in Paramus, with another at the Westfield Garden State Plaza.  Also set to open at the Bergen Town Center is Journeys, which sells footwear for teens, Perfumania, a fragrance retailer and Bond V…
NYC Teacher-Turned-Dog-Walker Living In Monmouth County ‘Puts The Pups First’ — And It Pays NYC Teacher-Turned-Dog-Walker Living In Monmouth County ‘Puts The Pups First’ — And It Pays
NYC Teacher-Turned-Dog-Walker Living In Monmouth County ‘Puts The Pups First’ — And It Pays A former teacher who gave up his position to launch a dog-walking company that’s soon expanding to Monmouth County says he “always puts the pups first" — and it certainly pays. Michael Josephs, 34, used to work as a movement teacher for children who were neurodiverse at a school in Manhattan, he tells Daily Voice. Meanwhile, Parkside Pups came to fruition in 2019 after Josephs rescued his own black lab Rhodesian Ridgeback mix, Willy, aka “the pup who inspired it all." “I trained him very young in Prospect Park and we would be out there every single day,” says Josephs, who was raised in Ea…
Childhood Besties' Cookie Dreams Come True In Hoboken Childhood Besties' Cookie Dreams Come True In Hoboken
Childhood Besties' Cookie Dreams Come True In Hoboken Teddy Gailas and Peter Phillips' wildest childhood dreams are coming true. The two longtime friends who used to challenge each other with who could make the better cookie ultimately combined efforts to open Chip City in Queens, NY, in 2017. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chip City Cookies (@chipcitycookies) Five years later, Chip City is coming in hot to the New Jersey market with three locations: Hoboken: 113 Washington St., opening in February Ridgewood: 305 E Ridgewood Ave., opening Jan. 28 Newark: 2 Gateway Center, openin…
Popular North Jersey Cupcake Shop Opens Jersey Shore Location Popular North Jersey Cupcake Shop Opens Jersey Shore Location
Popular North Jersey Cupcake Shop Opens Jersey Shore Location Sweet! One of New Jersey's favorite cupcake shops is expanding with a new location very soon. The delicious treats at Mr. Cupcakes will be available at 515 Brick Blvd. in Brick Township sometime in November, Johnny Manganiotis tells Daily Voice on Wednesday, Oct. 19. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mr. Cupcakes® (@mrcupcakes_) Mr. Cupcakes was founded in 2007 and currently has three locations, the first located at 1216 Van Houten Ave., Clifton, the second at 684 Lafayette Ave., Hawthorne, and the third in the Paramus Park Mall, …
Popular Bergen County French Bakery Just Keeps Expanding Popular Bergen County French Bakery Just Keeps Expanding
Popular Bergen County French Bakery Just Keeps Expanding An authentic French bakery serving Bergen County for nearly a decade is again expanding its reach. This time, Patisserie Florentine is headed to Fort Lee, the business announced on Instagram. The Englewood-based cafe is owned by Israeli-born and classically-trained pastry chef Tomer Zilkha. He originally wanted to open his cafe in Manhattan after staring a family, he figured being closer to home was best. Plus, he said, "There was just so much of a need around here." Patisserie Florentine, which serves French-inspired fare specializing in pastries, has locations in Closter, Englewood, Th…
Uncle Giuseppe's Opens Larger Location At Yorktown Green Shopping Center Uncle Giuseppe's Opens Larger Location At Yorktown Green Shopping Center
Uncle Giuseppe's Opens Larger Location At Yorktown Green Shopping Center A popular supermarket chain is now offering fresh mozzarella and pasta at a new, larger location in Northern Westchester. Uncle Giuseppe’s Marketplace celebrated the grand opening of its bigger location at the Yorktown Green Shopping Center on Friday, Aug. 26, Yorktown officials announced.  Located at 327 Downing Drive in Yorktown Heights, the store offers a pasta room where customers can watch fresh ravioli being made, a beer cave, a seafood department, and a fresh mozzarella station. The 45,000-square-foot supermarket is about 7,000 square feet larger than the company's previou…
Wahlburgers Expanding To Connecticut With New Location At Foxwoods Resort Casino Wahlburgers Expanding To Connecticut With New Location At Foxwoods Resort Casino
Wahlburgers Expanding To Connecticut With New Location At Foxwoods Resort Casino Wahlburgers, a restaurant chain founded by brothers Mark, Donnie, and Chef Paul Wahlberg in Massachusetts, is set to open a new location in Connecticut. Foxwoods Resort Casino, located in New London County, said in an announcement on Wednesday, Aug. 3, that a new Wahlburgers restaurant will open at the hotel and casino complex next summer. Wahlburgers at Foxwoods will be the brand's only Connecticut location. Foxwoods is located at 350 Trolley Line Boulevard in Ledyard. “The addition of Wahlburgers signifies yet another exceptional property moment as we continue our mission to elevate the…
Iconic Pizzeria With Location In Yonkers Planning New Shop In Florida Iconic Pizzeria With Location In Yonkers Planning New Shop In Florida
Iconic Pizzeria With Location In Yonkers Planning New Shop In Florida An iconic pizzeria chain with a location in Westchester County is reportedly going to expand far beyond in roots in the region and open a new location in Florida, according to Naples Florida Weekly. Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana has plans to open in the Sunshine State, a Trinity Commercial Group representative confirmed to the news outlet. “We have no immediate plans to search in SW Florida for Frank Pepe’s but we have signed some leases in Southeast Florida and continue to actively search on this [east] coast,” the group emailed Naples Florida Weekly.  The pizzeria chain currently …
Popular Hoboken Pizzeria Basile's Expanding To Jersey City Popular Hoboken Pizzeria Basile's Expanding To Jersey City
Popular Hoboken Pizzeria Basile's Expanding To Jersey City A Hoboken pizzeria frequented by late-night bar-goers is expanding to Jersey City. Basile's will open at 116 Newark Ave., as part of an effort to revitalize the  Grove Square property across from the PATH station. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Historic Downtown Jersey City (@hdsid_jc) Basile's moved into it's Washington Street eatery in 2011 and quickly became a favorite with lines wrapping around the block as late as 4 a.m. No word yet on an opening date.
Fast-Growing Cookie Shop Expands Across NJ Fast-Growing Cookie Shop Expands Across NJ
Fast-Growing Cookie Shop Expands Across NJ A fast-expanding cookie shop has three New Jersey locations in the works. Crumbl Cookies' latest location is slated for the Commons in Holmdel on Route 35, NJ Advance Media reports. The bakery made its mark in New Jersey this year, and has other locations in Ocean Township and Clark. A Cherry Hill location is also in the works, according to the Asbury Park Press. The Holmdel store will take over the former storefront of Hair Color X-perts, located next to Saladworks and Houlihan's, according to multiple news outlets. Crumbl Cookiesfrench_woodworking Instagram Founded by two cousins, C…
Bergen County Pizzeria To Open 2nd Location Bergen County Pizzeria To Open 2nd Location
Bergen County Pizzeria To Open 2nd Location A Bergen County pizzeria that opened its first location in 2018 will soon have another. Urban Tomato — headquartered in Palisades Park — announced this month that it will be expanding to Edgewater. Happy new year 2022. May your new year be filled with health , wealth, and great 🍕 #urbantomato Posted by Urban Tomato on Saturday, January 1, 2022 The new shop will be located on Old River Road and is set to open in the spring. The menu boasts pizza, pasta, salads, sandwiches, coffee, and more.
Discount Supermarket Chain To Open New Location In Hudson Valley Discount Supermarket Chain To Open New Location In Hudson Valley
Discount Supermarket Chain To Open New Location In Hudson Valley A popular discount supermarket chain is coming to the Hudson Valley. The new market, Lidl (pronounced Lee-dull), which could open by the end of the year in Rockland County has received Planning Board approval from Orangetown to build in the Tappan Plaza, said Orangetown Supervisor Teresas Kenny. The German-owned company has also been issued a demolition permit to remove the portion of the building where the former Bon FahyrBuffet/Duke Ocean Grill had been located, Kenny said. The new building will be constructed as a free-standing building, she added. "I am hopeful that it opens by the en…
'We Are So Filled With Hope': Couple Opens Third Café In Connecticut 'We Are So Filled With Hope': Couple Opens Third Café In Connecticut
'We Are So Filled With Hope': Couple Opens Third Café In Connecticut A husband and wife have expanded their business, opening a third café in Connecticut.  The ribbon-cutting for Berkins on Main, located in Hartford, took place on Friday, Jan. 21. "We are so filled with hope about the possibilities for the future in this new space!" The owners, Doug Barber and Andréa Hawkins, shared in a Facebook post. "We are so grateful for all who showed their support through a visit, call, text, likes, loves or beautiful comments wishing us well!"  The new business is located at the Wadsworth Atheneum, at 600 Main St. in Hartford. Barber and Hawkins also operate anoth…
Hackensack's Bite Food & Coffee Co. Expanding To Fair Lawn Hackensack's Bite Food & Coffee Co. Expanding To Fair Lawn
Hackensack's Bite Food & Coffee Co. Expanding To Fair Lawn Hackensack's Bite Food & Coffee Co. is expanding to Fair Lawn. The popular cafe will be opening its second location at The Promenade sometime soon, according to its website. The Hackensack location was opened in 2019 by Kareem Elzarka. The menu boasts coffee, sandwiches, salads, bowls and more. No word yet on an opening date. Bite Food & Coffee Co., 2140 Promenade Blvd., Fair Lawn BiteCecilia Levine
Popular Hunterdon County Chicken Restaurant Abruptly Shutters, Halts Plans For NJ Expansion Popular Hunterdon County Chicken Restaurant Abruptly Shutters, Halts Plans For NJ Expansion
Popular Hunterdon County Chicken Restaurant Abruptly Shutters, Halts Plans For NJ Expansion Popular poultry restaurant ‘Slim Chickens’ abruptly closed its first New Jersey store in Hunterdon County and has halted its plans for further expansion into the state. First opened in Arkansas in 2003, Slim Chickens is known for its savory buttermilk fried chicken tenders that can be smothered in one of a dozen sauce flavors. Flemington franchise owners Paul and Jay Patel — aka, Jersey Boys LLC — opened the first New Jersey store next to Chimney Rock Inn on Route 31 in Flemington Jan. 11. But as of Monday, Sept. 20, the restaurant had been permanently closed. “The decision to close a loc…
Jersey City's 'Van Hook Cheese & Grocery' Expands To Montclair Jersey City's 'Van Hook Cheese & Grocery' Expands To Montclair
Jersey City's 'Van Hook Cheese & Grocery' Expands To Montclair An all-things charcuterie store is expanding opening its second New Jersey location. Van Hook Cheese & Grocery is coming to Montclair at the corner of Grove and Walnut Streets and is expected to open at the end of July, owner Carl Chastain told Daily Voice. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Van Hook Cheese & Grocery (@vanhookcheese) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Van Hook Cheese & Grocery (@vanhookcheese) The family-owned cheese shop first opened in Jerse…
Viva Margarita Replacing Hackensack Sports Bar Viva Margarita Replacing Hackensack Sports Bar
Viva Margarita Replacing Hackensack Sports Bar Viva Margarita is opening a fourth location. The popular Bergen County Mexican restaurant chain will open an outpost on Main Street in Hackensack, BoozyBurbs reports. The restaurant will replace sports bar Cheers, at 774 Main St. Viva Margarita has locations in Wallington and Edgewater, and last summer relocated its Cliffside Park restaurant to Anderson Avenue. The Lawton Avenue spot in Cliffside Park is open for to-go orders. The Hackensack location is expected to open in late July or early August.
Furniture Manufacturer Brings New Jobs To Montgomery County Furniture Manufacturer Brings New Jobs To Montgomery County
Furniture Manufacturer Brings New Jobs To Montgomery County Knoll, Inc., a designer and manufacturer of workplace and residential furniture with a longtime presence in the state is in the process of expanding its operations in Montgomery County, officials announced Wednesday. Knoll, Inc. is relocating from Michigan, and will create at least 138 new, full-time jobs through this project, Gov. Tom Wolf said in a release. "Knoll’s move and expansion plans demonstrate its continuing commitment to maintaining a presence in our commonwealth,” Gov. Wolf said.  “I’m pleased that Knoll has recognized the talent that our workforce has to offer and has ch…
New Hair Salon Specializing In Coloring Opens In Norwalk New Hair Salon Specializing In Coloring Opens In Norwalk
New Hair Salon Specializing In Coloring Opens In Norwalk An award-winning Connecticut hair salon, the first specialty color salon to open in Fairfield County, is opening a second location in the place of a salon forced to close during the pandemic.  Greenwich's Color Cafe,  owned by Kim Sclafani, has won Moffly Media's Best of Gold Coast Awards for each of the eight years it has been in business.  Sclafani said that she was searching for the site of a second location before COVID-19 began in full force.  "My dream was to open a second location north of Greenwich but as I began exploring locations, the pandemic hit," said …
Totowa Taco Joint That Started As Food Truck Replacing Shuttered Ridgewood Restaurant Totowa Taco Joint That Started As Food Truck Replacing Shuttered Ridgewood Restaurant
Totowa Taco Joint That Started As Food Truck Replacing Shuttered Ridgewood Restaurant A Mexican joint in Totowa that started as a food truck is replacing a Ridgewood restaurant that closed last March. Sombrero Taco will be coming to 14 Oak St., formerly occupied by The Sensible Fork. This will be the second Sombrero location. Sombrero was launched as a food truck by a family with hopes of one day having their own restaurant. "Our menu of tacos, quesadillas, and burritos was a hit," the website says. "People loved them! Tender carnitas marinated overnight, succulent grilled shrimp, a range of house salsas – our menu was coming together." It became a family affair, with…
Great Neck-Based Northwell Health Ranks Among State's Best Employers Great Neck-Based Northwell Health Ranks Among State's Best Employers
Great Neck-Based Northwell Health Ranks Among State's Best Employers New York is the home to more than 100 of the best companies to work for, according to a brand-new report. Forbes recently released its list of the businesses liked best by employees in each of the 50 states. In response, citing data from Statista surveys, which interviewed 80,000 employees across the country, NewYorkUpstate.com determined the 50 employers most liked by their employees in New York. Wegmans, which will soon expand its operations in New York with a new 125,000-square-foot Hudson Valley location next year, topped the list. “Thank goodness for our employees. They make Wegmans a…
Fun, Healthy Treats On The Menu At Sweetberry Bowls, Coming Soon To Bloomfield Fun, Healthy Treats On The Menu At Sweetberry Bowls, Coming Soon To Bloomfield
Fun, Healthy Treats On The Menu At Sweetberry Bowls, Coming Soon To Bloomfield Sweetberry Bowls, an eatery specializing in fruit smoothie bowls, wraps and other healthy snacks, is expanding its New Jersey presence with a new store in Bloomfield, the company announced. The restaurant, which has locations in Little Falls, Jersey City, Glen Rock and several other towns in New Jersey, says its most popular menu items include its signature acai bowl (frozen acai, bananas and apple juice, with three varieties to choose from) and its pitaya bowl (blended frozen papaya, pineapple and coconut milk, also with three varieties). Other popular items include its green bowls (kale,…
Duluth Trading Co. To Open First Connecticut Location In Danbury Duluth Trading Co. To Open First Connecticut Location In Danbury
Duluth Trading Co. To Open First Connecticut Location In Danbury Duluth Trading Co. retail store is opening its first location in Connecticut, and it will be located in Fairfield County. The store, at 3 Sugar Hollow Road in the Whole Foods Shopping Plaza in Danbury, will be the company’s first in Connecticut and its 53rd location nationwide. The store will open Thursday, May 23. There will be a ribbon cutting at 9 a.m. May 23 and lumberjack shows at 10:30 a.m. and noon. The Wisconsin-based company was founded in 1989 by two brothers in Duluth, Minnesota, who invented the “Bucket Boss,” a canvas tool organizer that fits around a drywall bucket. …
CAVA To Open Fourth New Jersey Location In Wayne CAVA To Open Fourth New Jersey Location In Wayne
Cava To Open Fourth New Jersey Location In Wayne CAVA plans on opening its fourth New Jersey location in Wayne, BoozyBurbs reports. The fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant opened last year at Bergen Town Center in Paramus. The eatery offers customizable bowls with rice, lentils, greens, hummus, pita and a wide array of proteins and veggies. An opening date has not yet been announced. ALSO SEE: Whole Foods Replacing Wayne A&P
Former Mrs. Green’s Building Gets New Tenant In New Canaan Former Mrs. Green’s Building Gets New Tenant In New Canaan
Former Mrs. Green’s Building Gets New Tenant In New Canaan The owners of the former Mrs. Green’s building at the corner of Park and Pine streets in New Canaan say a new tenant plans to open a business in the structure, after a proposal to divide its large interior into three commercial spaces. A letter of intent has been signed for a tenant that’s new to New Canaan, according to NewCanaan.com in this report and Anthony Giordano, an owner of 2 Pine St., longtime home of the New Canaan Post Office prior to Mrs. Green’s. “I think it’s going to be very well received and we are very excited,” Giordano told NewCanaan.com. He declined to name the specifi…