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Nyack Wine Bar Named One Of Nation’s Top 50 New Restaurants: New Report Nyack Wine Bar Named One Of Nation’s Top 50 New Restaurants: New Report
Nyack Wine Bar Named One Of Nation’s Top 50 New Restaurants: New Report A Rockland County newcomer is getting national attention after being named one of the best new restaurants in the entire country by a new rankings.  Louie’s Next Door, which opened in May 2025 at 19 North Broadway in Nyack, was included among the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic section in Wine Enthusiast’s recent list of the Top 50 New Restaurants in America. The magazine praised the spot as “ostensibly a wine bar,” but one with serious culinary chops thanks to Chef Tony Scotto, who has “five-star bona fides.” Dishes like shredded squid tossed with rosemary, lemon, and almond, and mango wrapped…
Westchester's Stanley Tucci To Spotlight Italian Culture On NBC's Winter Olympics Coverage Westchester's Stanley Tucci To Spotlight Italian Culture On NBC's Winter Olympics Coverage
Westchester's Stanley Tucci To Spotlight Italian Culture On NBC's Winter Olympics Coverage An Emmy-winning actor will share his well-known love for Italy during the 2026 Winter Olympics. Stanley Tucci will showcase northern Italy's food and culture during NBC's coverage of the Winter Games in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo. NBC Sports announced on Monday, Sept. 15, that the Katonah, New York, native will join the broadcast team. Tucci's primetime segments will highlight the cuisine, history, and traditions of the Italian Alps regions that will host the Olympics. The 64-year-old's family lineage traces back to the southern Italian region of Calabria. The six-time Emmy winn…
Anne Burrell’s Cause Of Death Revealed Weeks After Food Network Star Was Laid To Rest Anne Burrell’s Cause Of Death Revealed Weeks After Food Network Star Was Laid To Rest
Anne Burrell’s Cause Of Death Revealed Weeks After Food Network Star Was Laid To Rest The mystery surrounding celebrity chef Anne Burrell’s unexpected death has taken a devastating turn. Burrell died by suicide, the New York City Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed to Daily Voice on Thursday, July 24. Burrell, 55, was found unresponsive in the shower of her Brooklyn apartment on the morning of Tuesday, June 17. Police responded to a 911 call around 7:50 a.m. for a possible cardiac arrest and found her surrounded by approximately 100 assorted pills, according to an internal NYPD report cited by The New York Times. The Medical Examiner’s Office determined Burrell died from “a…
Anne Burrell Was Surrounded By Pills, Report Says; Official Cause Of Death Still Pending Anne Burrell Was Surrounded By Pills, Report Says; Official Cause Of Death Still Pending
Anne Burrell Was Surrounded By Pills, Report Says; Official Cause Of Death Still Pending The death of celebrity chef Anne Burrell is being investigated as a possible drug overdose, according to internal documents reviewed by The New York Times. Burrell, 55, was found unresponsive in the shower of her Brooklyn apartment on the morning of Tuesday, June 17, as Daily Voice reported. Emergency responders arrived after a 911 call reporting a possible cardiac arrest and pronounced her dead at the scene. The NYPD confirmed officers responded to her home around 7:50 a.m., where she was discovered “unconscious and unresponsive.” The internal police document stated that Burrell was found …
Owner Of Glen Rock's Iachetti's Kitchen John Iachetti Dies Suddenly: 'One Of The Good Guys' Owner Of Glen Rock's Iachetti's Kitchen John Iachetti Dies Suddenly: 'One Of The Good Guys'
Owner Of Glen Rock's Iachetti's Kitchen John Iachetti Dies Suddenly: 'One Of The Good Guys' John J. Iachetti Sr., the founder of Iachetti’s Kitchen in Glen Rock and proud father of four, died suddenly on Friday, June 20, according to his obituary on the Vander Plaat Memorial Home website. He was 60 years old. John's passing was announced in a statement on the Iachetti's Kitchen website: "It is with broken hearts that we share the passing of our beloved John Iachetti—husband, father, friend, and the heart behind Iachetti’s Kitchen. "John poured his soul into everything he did—especially his food, his family, and the community he loved so deeply. What started as a dream became…
Star Chef Behind Clinton, Royals Dishes Opens Edgewater Waterfront Restaurant Star Chef Behind Clinton, Royals Dishes Opens Edgewater Waterfront Restaurant
Star Chef Behind Clinton, Royals Dishes Opens Edgewater Waterfront Restaurant A chef known for preparing meals for presidents and royals has just opened a new restaurant on the waterfront along the Hudson River in New Jersey, and locals are already taking notice. Chef Marino Rosato, whose résumé includes wine-paired menus for Robert Mondavi, banquets for President Bill Clinton, and events for King Hussein of Jordan, now brings his Mediterranean-inspired cuisine to Rosolini USA, officially open at The Promenade in Edgewater. Sango Media Marketing Backed by more than 35 years of international culinary experience, Rosato blends traditional Italian flavors with modern…
Food Network Star Anne Burrell Dies At 55: 'A Remarkable Person And Culinary Talent' Food Network Star Anne Burrell Dies At 55: 'A Remarkable Person And Culinary Talent'
Food Network Star Anne Burrell Dies At 55: 'A Remarkable Person And Culinary Talent' The culinary world is reeling from the sudden loss of celebrity chef Anne Burrell, the fiery Food Network favorite known for her bold flavors, big hair, and even bigger personality. Burrell, a New York native from Madison County, died unexpectedly Tuesday morning, June 17, at the age of 55, according to a statement from the Food Network. Medics found her unresponsive in her Brooklyn home Tuesday morning and pronounced her dead at the scene, TMZ reports. The New York City Medical Examiner’s office will determine an official cause of death. Best known to millions as the animated, no-nonsens…
Westport Chef Named James Beard Finalist For Best In Northeast Westport Chef Named James Beard Finalist For Best In Northeast
Westport Chef Named James Beard Finalist For Best In Northeast A chef in Fairfield County has been nominated as one of the best in the Northeast, making him the only Connecticut-based culinary professional recognized on this year’s James Beard Awards list—often dubbed the "Oscars of the food world." Brian Lewis, chef and owner of The Cottage in Westport, was nominated for the James Beard Awards on Wednesday, April 2. Other contenders in the Best Chef: Northeast category hail from Rhode Island, Vermont, and Massachusetts. Lewis began his culinary journey at age 13 in Somers, New York, after a football injury sidelined him, according to his bio. He earne…
Rising Star In Culinary World, 26, Killed In Freak Accident Rising Star In Culinary World, 26, Killed In Freak Accident
Rising Star In Culinary World, 26, Killed In Freak Accident She was chasing waterfalls — and a dream — when tragedy struck. A rising star in the culinary world was killed in a freak accident while hiking at a remote location in Hawaii. Gianna Buzzetta, a 26-year-old prodigy and executive pastry chef at the Michelin-starred Jeune et Jolie restaurant in California near San Diego, died on Monday, March 24, after being struck by a falling boulder while visiting Makaleha Falls in Kauai. The accident happened just as she was fulfilling a years-long  dream to see a waterfall on the island, with her boyfriend, Connor Quinton, her parents, Caty and Sal…
Eatery Serving Celebrity Chef-Backed Dining To Open In Pleasantville: Here's When Eatery Serving Celebrity Chef-Backed Dining To Open In Pleasantville: Here's When
Eatery Serving Celebrity Chef-Backed Dining To Open In Pleasantville: Here's When Pleasantville is about to get a major culinary upgrade as a "delivery-first" food hall concept is set to open its newest location in the heart of the village later this month.    Wonder, located at 70 Memorial Plaza, will open its fourth Westchester County locale on Thursday, March 20.  The restaurant hub will offer an extensive selection of dishes curated by world-renowned chefs and award-winning restaurants from across the country. Customers who stop by the eatery will be able to order food inspired by several iconic chefs such as Bobby Flay, Jose Andres, Nancy S…
Best Italian Restaurant In Westchester County In 2024: Mima Vinoteca Best Italian Restaurant In Westchester County In 2024: Mima Vinoteca
Best Italian Restaurant In Westchester County In 2024: Mima Vinoteca We are thrilled to announce that Mima Vinoteca has been named Best Italian Restaurant in Westchester County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards!  At Mima Vinoteca, the focus is on elevating traditional Italian dishes while staying true to their roots, according to the restaurant's website.  The standout menu includes everything from creamy ricotta gnocchi to rich braised short rib and Mediterranean bass, perfectly paired with an expertly curated wine list, per its website. “Cannot speak enough how good this place is!” enthused Katie, a Readers' Choice voter. Th…
Michelin-Trained Chef Blends Historic Charm, Bold Flavors At New Westbrook Restaurant Michelin-Trained Chef Blends Historic Charm, Bold Flavors At New Westbrook Restaurant
Michelin-Trained Chef Blends Historic Charm, Bold Flavors At New Westbrook Restaurant A former military museum has been transformed into a new culinary destination along the Connecticut shoreline. Charter Oak Tavern celebrated its grand opening in Westbrook on Thursday, Feb. 20. The restaurant is located at 24 Westbrook Place, right next to the town green. Michelin-trained Chef Scott Quinn opened the tavern as he returns to his home state after an acclaimed career in some of the world's top kitchens. With more than 20 years of experience, he has worked in Michelin-starred restaurants and led renowned spots like Bouchon in Las Vegas, Bistro Bagatelle in Los Ang…
Dennis Township Chef Kyle Timpson Crowned Winner Of 'Hell's Kitchen' Dennis Township Chef Kyle Timpson Crowned Winner Of 'Hell's Kitchen'
Dennis Township Chef Kyle Timpson Crowned Winner Of 'Hell's Kitchen' A South Jersey native just claimed victory on one of the biggest culinary stages in the world. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kyle Timpson (@chefkyletimpson) Kyle Timpson, 30, of Dennis Township, was crowned the winner of FOX’s "Hell’s Kitchen" in the season finale that aired Thursday, Feb. 6. His victory on the hit competition show, which debuted its latest season on Sept. 26, 2024, earned him a $250,000 grand prize and the coveted role of head chef at ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ at Foxwoods Resort in Mashantucket, CT. Timpson, who curren…
Pennsylvania Chefs, Bars, Bakeries Earn 16 James Beard Semifinalist Spots Pennsylvania Chefs, Bars, Bakeries Earn 16 James Beard Semifinalist Spots
Pennsylvania Chefs, Bars, Bakeries Earn 16 James Beard Semifinalist Spots Sixteen Pennsylvania chefs, bars, and bakeries have been named semifinalists for the 2025 James Beard Awards, the organization announced Wednesday, Jan. 22. Known as one of the nation’s most prestigious culinary honors, the awards celebrate excellence in food and beverage across the country. Philadelphia led the way with the most nominations: Greg Vernick of Vernick Fish is a semifinalist for Outstanding Chef for his creative and refined approach to cooking. Kalaya, a Thai restaurant in the city, is recognized in the Outstanding Restaurant category for its exceptional dining experienc…
NY Has Nation's Second-Best Food Scene, Top Culinary School Says: Here's Why NY Has Nation's Second-Best Food Scene, Top Culinary School Says: Here's Why
NY Has Nation's Second-Best Food Scene, Top Culinary School Says: Here's Why Three states in the Northeast stood out in a nationwide study for their vibrant food scenes. New York, Massachusetts, and New Jersey were ranked in the top 10 by the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts. While Hawaii easily claimed the top spot in the annual food scene rankings, New York scored high enough to earn second place. The study, which analyzed factors like restaurant spending, jobs, and independent eateries, highlighted these states for their vibrant food cultures and economic contributions. "Usually when we think of a restaurant "scene," we think on the small scal…
Inside Electric Bull: Chef Behind Popular Taco Spot Brings Steakhouse To Hometown Vienna Inside Electric Bull: Chef Behind Popular Taco Spot Brings Steakhouse To Hometown Vienna
Inside Electric Bull: Chef Behind Popular Taco Spot Brings Steakhouse To Hometown Vienna An award-winning chef is coming back home to bring a new steakhouse in Virginia. Chef Victor Albisu, the man behind the wildly popular Taco Bamba, is bringing Electric Bull, a boutique steakhouse, to his hometown this summer, doors down from Taco Bamba, the "cult favorite taqueria and mezcal bar." Taco Bamba Google Maps street view The new location will open at 176 Maple Ave. in Vienna this summer. "Electric Bull will build on Albisu’s legacy as an award-winning steakhouse chef as the former executive chef of BLT Steak and the chef/owner of Del Campo, his Argentine grill named…
Fire Breaks Out At Award-Winning Restaurant In Tarrytown Fire Breaks Out At Award-Winning Restaurant In Tarrytown
Fire Breaks Out At Award-Winning Restaurant In Tarrytown An early morning fire caused damage to a renowned restaurant in Westchester, firefighters said.  The blaze happened a little after 3 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 11 at the Blue Hill at Stone Barns restaurant in Tarrytown at 630 Bedford Rd., when a commercial alarm was triggered at the property, according to the Pocantico Hills Fire Department.  Upon arrival, police and firefighters discovered a cooking appliance fire on the exterior of the building that had spread inside, affecting the first and second floors.  With assistance from numerous mutual aid departments, firefighter…
New Upscale Seafood Spot to Replace Chef Peter X. Kelly's Eatery in Yonkers New Upscale Seafood Spot to Replace Chef Peter X. Kelly's Eatery in Yonkers
New Upscale Seafood Spot to Replace Chef Peter X. Kelly's Eatery in Yonkers A highly anticipated restaurant is set to take over the historic Yonkers City Pier, replacing the former X2O Xaviars on the Hudson, the beloved eatery run by acclaimed Chef Peter X. Kelly. On Monday, Jan. 6, the Benjamin Restaurant Group and the City of Yonkers announced plans to launch The Sea Fire Grill Yonkers, an upscale seafood restaurant slated to open in the summer of 2025 at 71 Water Grant St.  The new venture will bring a fresh chapter to the iconic waterfront location, offering stunning Hudson River views and a menu of contemporary American seafood and premium steaks. T…
Hundreds Of Jobs On The Table As Wegmans Expands With New Location In Rockville Hundreds Of Jobs On The Table As Wegmans Expands With New Location In Rockville
Hundreds Of Jobs On The Table As Wegmans Expands With New Location In Rockville Progress is rolling right along in Montgomery County as Wegmans prepares to open its ninth Maryland location next year.  Applications are now being accepted for the new Rockville store, which is slated to open in late summer 2025 near Rockville Pike and Halpine Road in the Twinbrook Quarter neighborhood. The 80,000-square-foot grocery store is expected to bring upwards of 500 full- and part-time jobs to the community and will be part of the new Twinbrook Quarter development.  For those worried about parking in the area, fear not—Wegmans officials confirmed the location will inclu…
Couple Bakes 'Ultimate Dream' Of New Gloucester Township Bagel Shop Inspired By Love Story Couple Bakes 'Ultimate Dream' Of New Gloucester Township Bagel Shop Inspired By Love Story
Couple Bakes 'Ultimate Dream' Of New Gloucester Township Bagel Shop Inspired By Love Story A Gloucester Township couple is blending their hometown roots with some flavor from Beantown with their new bagel shop. Kimberly and Victor Corsello have opened up Boswood Bagels at 1160 Chews Landing Road in Gloucester Township. The shop held a grand opening on Friday, Nov. 29, according to the store's social media posts. The husband-and-wife team said they were "completely speechless" by the opening weekend's success. "Never in my wildest dreams did I think we would have such a big turnout," Kimberly wrote on Facebook. "To all the friends, family, neighbors,…
Death Of 'Beacon Of Warmth' Chef On Inwood Roadway Sparks Flood Of Support Death Of 'Beacon Of Warmth' Chef On Inwood Roadway Sparks Flood Of Support
Death Of 'Beacon Of Warmth' Chef On Inwood Roadway Sparks Flood Of Support Support is swelling for the family of a beloved father and chef who was struck and killed by a car on Long Island. The incident happened in Inwood, near the intersection of Sheridan Avenue and Nassau Avenue, shortly after 11 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28. Nassau County Police said 44-year-old Patrick Mwesigwa was struck by a Ford Explorer heading southbound on Sheridan Avenue. He suffered severe head injuries and was pronounced dead at the hospital. Earlier Report: ID Released For 44-Year-Old Struck, Killed By SUV In Inwood A 35-year-old man who was driving the Explorer remained at the sce…
'Fiery, Bold:' Remembering Elishama Louis, 20, Franklin Township Woman Killed By Car 'Fiery, Bold:' Remembering Elishama Louis, 20, Franklin Township Woman Killed By Car
'Fiery, Bold:' Remembering Elishama Louis, 20, Franklin Township Woman Killed By Car Support is on the rise for the family of a victim who died days after being struck by a vehicle while crossing a road in Malaga, authorities said. Elishama Louis, 20, died from her injuries on Monday, Oct. 14, five days after being struck on Delsea Drive near the Riggins and Wawa gas stations, police in Franklin Township said. Louis was hospitalized and placed on life support for several days before she was declared brain dead by doctors, her family said on a GoFundMe campaign. The third of five children, Louis was a "fiery young girl, vibrant, bold, and not afraid…
Man, 75, Pulls Knife On Customer Over Spilled Wine At Fancy Rumson Restaurant: Police (VIDEO) Man, 75, Pulls Knife On Customer Over Spilled Wine At Fancy Rumson Restaurant: Police (VIDEO)
Man, 75, Pulls Knife On Customer Over Spilled Wine At Fancy Rumson Restaurant: Police (Video) A Florida man was accused of pulling a knife on a customer at an upscale Rumson restaurant during an argument over spilled wine, authorities said. David Gulley, 75, of Palm Beach Shores, was arrested on Thursday, Aug. 22, the Rumson Police Department said in a news release. The fight happened at Red Horse by David Burke, a restaurant on the corner of Ridge Road and Avenue of Two Rivers. Police responded to the restaurant at around 8:30 p.m. Officers saw Gulley punch the steakhouse's manager in the side and he was taken into custody. Investigators said witnesses and cell…
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…
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…
'Run-Down To Remarkable': New Eatery In Capital Region Promises 'Escape From Ordinary' 'Run-Down To Remarkable': New Eatery In Capital Region Promises 'Escape From Ordinary'
'Run-Down To Remarkable': New Eatery In Capital Region Promises 'Escape From Ordinary' A new restaurant in the region promising a "culinary adventure" is garnering positive reviews days after opening. Out of Town Bistro – located in Albany at 258 Lark Street – held its grand opening Saturday, June 29. “Escape the ordinary and embark on a culinary adventure where each dish tells a story of flavors discovered from afar,” reads its Facebook bio. “Out of Town Bistro invites you to explore the world through tantalizing dishes crafted with passion and creativity.” Among the tantalizing dishes that diners can choose from are chicken wings, grilled or fried shrimp, or salmon served …
Celebrity Chef Designs 2-Course Summer Prix Fixe Dinner At Peekskill Eatery Celebrity Chef Designs 2-Course Summer Prix Fixe Dinner At Peekskill Eatery
Celebrity Chef Designs 2-Course Summer Prix Fixe Dinner At Peekskill Eatery A famous chef whose group runs multiple restaurants across the Hudson Valley has designed a delicious two-course summer prix fixe at a popular Northern Westchester restaurant. Chef Peter X. Kelly, the owner of Xaviars Restaurant Group, designed the prix fixe for Apropros restaurant in Peekskill at 900 Fort Hill Rd., a Michelin-recommended eatery located at The Abbey Inn.  Related Report - 'Lovely' Restaurant Inside 120-Year-Old Abbey In Peekskill Added To Michelin Guide Kelly now serves as the restaurant's culinary director, helping to design a menu featuring meals with local ingredients p…
New Jersey Cocktail Bar Named Among Best In America New Jersey Cocktail Bar Named Among Best In America
New Jersey Cocktail Bar Named Among Best In America A Monmouth County cocktail bar picked up another national recognition after just one year of serving specialty drinks. Esquire named La Otra in Aberdeen Township on its list of 42 Best Bars in America for 2024. The bar is next to its sister restaurant Lita on Route 34, and both businesses are run by chef David Viana and his girlfriend Neilly Robinson. Bar manager Ricardo Rodriguez has a more "free-wheeling" approach to mixology at La Otra, compared to the Iberian classics at Lita. "Like the best bars attached to restaurants, the drinks are on the culinary side, such as the Tzatziki, which …
Boston Hot Dog Company Closing In Salem; Chef-Owner Teases New Restaurant Boston Hot Dog Company Closing In Salem; Chef-Owner Teases New Restaurant
Boston Hot Dog Company Closing In Salem; Chef-Owner Teases New Restaurant The Boston Hot Dog company will close its doors following the holiday weekend, but that's not the end for chef-owner Mike Denk. He has some cheesy plans for the location.  Denk announced his decision to close the 60 Washington St. restaurant in a lengthy Facebook post, calling the decision to close after Monday, May 27, "bittersweet." He is keeping the location, but reinventing his vision for it.  Denk calls it "Au Gratin." The new restaurant will have a "scratch-made menu inspired by a love of cheese," he wrote.  But with every ending comes a new beginning, and he…
Meet The Three NJ Bakers Competing On Food Network Show Meet The Three NJ Bakers Competing On Food Network Show
Meet The Three NJ Bakers Competing On Food Network Show Three New Jersey residents are among 10 bakers competing on a brand new Food Network cooking show. "The Next Baking Master" is filmed in Paris and hosted by acclaimed pastry chef Stephanie Boswell and French-born chef and restaurateur Ludo Lefebvre.  The Garden State bakers on the show are Joe Settepani of Morganville, Robert Toland of Willingboro, and Jennalyn Walbolt of Union (scroll down for more about each one). The show is Food Network’s newest culinary competition and "gives 10 ambitious and highly-skilled American bakers unprecedented access to the most iconic pastry shops…
These High Schools Rank Top 5 In Middlesex County: Report These High Schools Rank Top 5 In Middlesex County: Report
These High Schools Rank Top 5 In Middlesex County: Report The school year is starting off on a positive note for these Massachusetts schools that out-performed neighboring institutions, according to the community and school ranking site Niche. After considering several key areas, the following schools were ranked in the website’s 2023 “Best Public High Schools in Middlesex County” report: No. 1 - Lexington: Lexington High School No. 2 - Weston: Weston High School No. 3 - Newton: Newton North High School No. 4 - Belmont: Belmont High School No. 5 - Newton: Newton South High School All five Middlesex County schools received overall grades of "A+," …