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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…
Old Fields Barbecue In Huntington Keeps Menu Simple With Meats, Sides, Sauce, Bread Old Fields Barbecue In Huntington Keeps Menu Simple With Meats, Sides, Sauce, Bread
Old Fields Barbecue In Huntington Keeps Menu Simple With Meats, Sides, Sauce, Bread Old Fields Barbecue, located at 15 New Street in Huntington, is quickly becoming a staple for Southern-style meats and sides. Despite its recent opening in Spring of 2017, Old Fields, a brand established in 1956, seems to have perfected the art of serving smoked, savory proteins like beef brisket, pulled pork, smoked chicken, ribs, pork sausage and pulled chicken. Other Southern-style soul foods, including burgers, fried chicken and blackened Mahi, are also available. As for side options, guests can take their pick from some classic homestyle selections like cornbread, coleslaw, red-skinne…
Gerardi’s Bar And Grill Offers Wide Range Of American Favorites In Heart Of Hauppauge Gerardi’s Bar And Grill Offers Wide Range Of American Favorites In Heart Of Hauppauge
Gerardi’s Bar And Grill Offers Wide Range Of American Favorites In Heart Of Hauppauge A swipe through the Twitter feed of Gerardi's Bar and Grill newly opened in Hauppauge will not only make you hungry, but long for old Hollywood. "Elvis appreciated a good sammie and would have LOVED" is posted with a picture of the King biting into one is posted next to ones you might try at the new eatery which serves American cuisine and seasonal fare. A turkey club and chicken BLT tell part of the story. For a lighter appetite, there's a tapas menu with a host of options, from baked clams to bacon-wrapped scallops, and "Lollipop Duo" of crusted lamb chops or roasted chicken lollipops ser…
North Jersey's Gary Wine & Marketplace To Open 5th Store In Napa North Jersey's Gary Wine & Marketplace To Open 5th Store In Napa
North Jersey's Gary Wine & Marketplace To Open 5th Store In Napa A store with North Jersey roots is headed to the West Coast. Gary's Wine & Marketplace -- which has four locations in New Jersey -- will open a fifth store a space formerly operated by Dean & DeLuca, which closed abruptly last month. The store is directly across from Louis M. Martini on Highway 29, the very first winery owner Gary Fisch of Morristown ever visited. Fisch in an interview with Forbes said it only felt right to pay homage to his roots, where he fell in love with wine forty years ago. Gary Fisch, right, owner of Gary's Wine & Marketplace.Gary's Wine & Marke…
Reservations Are Always Needed At Prime's Two High-End Waterfront Restaurants Reservations Are Always Needed At Prime's Two High-End Waterfront Restaurants
Reservations Are Always Needed At Prime's Two High-End Waterfront Restaurants Need a new addition to your weekend restaurant rotation? Check out Prime, an American kitchen and bar that has locations on both sides of the Long Island Sound: in Huntington (117 North New York Ave.) and Stamford (78 Southfield Ave.). On the menu, you’ll find a huge variety of fresh and elegant eats, including chef-crafted artisan salads, sushi and local seafood, 21-day dry-aged USDA Prime steaks, local veggies and more. Though you’ll need to make reservations first, the eatery’s wide array of offerings make it an ideal location for brunch, lunch, dinner or dessert. Prime also provides a “…
Popular Spanish Restaurant Opens Ridgefield Location Popular Spanish Restaurant Opens Ridgefield Location
Popular Spanish Restaurant Opens Ridgefield Location A popular tapas restaurant and entertainment spot in South Norwalk Spanish-Mediterranean restaurant is opening a second location in Ridgefield. Tablao Wine Bar & Restaurant has announced the grand opening Wednesday, May 22 from 4 to 10 p.m. at 426 Main St., formerly Fifty Coins. There will be complimentary Sangria, selected wine, and hors d'oeuvres. RSVP to info@tablaoridgefield.com Chef Raul Gonzalez and owners Juan ‘Vinny’ Gonzalez, Galo Aleman, and Jose-Luis Contreras have created an intimate locale evoking the style and sensibility of a modern wine and tapas bar like …
Tablao Wine Bar & Restaurant Serves Up Specials With Festive Flare In Norwalk Tablao Wine Bar & Restaurant Serves Up Specials With Festive Flare In Norwalk
Tablao Wine Bar & Restaurant Serves Up Specials With Festive Flare In Norwalk Tablao Wine Bar & Restaurant, located at 86 Washington Street in Norwalk, has become a big hit thanks to its flavorful specials and array of wines and specialty cocktails. The Spanish/Mediterranean-inspired restaurant, which doubles as both a music venue and event space, is run by seasoned South American restaurateurs Juan ‘Vinny’ Gonzalez, Galo Aleman and Jose-Luis Contreras. The bar and eatery serves up a huge array of authentic tapas, fresh salads, seafood, paella and more. With more than 200 ratings and a solid 4.5/5 stars on Yelp, it’s clear to see that TWB&R’s reputation is gr…
New Owner Brings Renovated Stamford Staple Back To Life Through Extensive Renovation New Owner Brings Renovated Stamford Staple Back To Life Through Extensive Renovation
New Owner Brings Renovated Stamford Staple Back To Life Through Extensive Renovation Michael McGrath and Michael Perretta, brothers-in-law and new co-owners at a Stamford staple, Vic’s Liquor, are excited to share that they have “brought life back” to what used to be a rather outdated locale. Located at 951 High Ridge Road in Stamford, Vic’s Liquor has been a recognized name in the local community for more than 60 years. After purchasing the store with his brother-in-law in July, McGrath says they’ve performed extensive renovations in hopes of making the store a “viable, inviting establishment to purchase alcohol.” The new owners have expanded the store’s collection of bour…