Maureen’s Kitchen is a beloved Long Island eatery that renowned for its classic American comfort food. Without a doubt, their breakfast and lunch options are some of the best. A shame for me to admit that I have not usually had dessert. Normally, I am so stuffed and satisfied with the main dishes that I […]
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Tipping has been changing since COVID. During COVID and thereafter, people have been requesting tips for services that have normally not received tips. Requesting tips became easier over time as more and more people pay their bills with credit cards and the terminals can add a request for a tip. These additional tipping personnel now
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I met my daughter in NYC for brunch this past weekend. We chose Little Maven, which is a modern American restaurant located in the Flatiron District of New York City. There were a bunch of red flags for me but they really delivered on the food and service. General Vibe: The restaurant has a trendy
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Piccolo’s of Mineola has been a beloved Italian restaurant on Long Island for many years, and for good reason. For some unknown reason, we have never made it to Piccolo’s in Mineola. We have tried a bunch on the new and hot restaurants but had passed up this neighborhood gem in a cute little house
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We finally have the answer to eternal question of what constitutes a sandwich? For years, people have argued whether a hotdog or a burger on a bun is a sandwich? Is a taco a sandwich? All good questions that until now was just a matter of opinion. Finally, a governmental authority has weighed on this
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One of my favorite local Italian Restaurants for many years has been La Ginestra in Glen Cove. One of the best meatballs that I ever had was from La Ginestra on a Sunday. I do not know why they only serve it on a Sunday but that is their deal. We went back on a rainy night to
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For many on Long Island, the news of Village Hero‘s closure was sad news and a passing of an institution. However, its return was met with much hoopla. This wasn’t just another deli reopening; it was the revival of a local legend, a place synonymous with generously sized and seriously satisfying hero sandwiches. After a
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Stepping into O Mandarin in Hicksville is like crossing a threshold into another world. The ambiance is the first thing that tells you that this restaurant is something different. Gone is the familiar Long Island landscape, replaced by an elegant ambiance that whispers of traditional Chinese artistry. Intricately carved wooden panels, warm lighting, and thoughtfully
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If you’re looking for authentic Texas barbecue in San Antonio, look no further than B&B Smokehouse. This unassuming spot serves up some of the best smoked meats and flavorful tacos I’ve had in a long time. From the moment we walked in, the aroma of slow-smoked meats filled the air, instantly whetting our appetites. The
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Dirty French is a vibrant Parisian bistro in the heart of New York City’s Lower East Side just steps from Katz Delicatessen. I was surprised to learn that it was located in a hotel. Normally, I have an aversion to Hotel restaurants since they tend to be subpar due to their captive audience. We heard
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