New Brewery Opens In Western Massachusetts New Brewery Opens In Western Massachusetts
New Brewery Opens In Western Massachusetts A large party and ribbon-cutting ceremony welcomed a new brewery to Western Massachusetts months after it was slated to open. White Lion Brewery officials opened its new brewery and taproom to much fanfare including plenty of music, and well, beer, on Wednesday, June 23, in Springfield. Located in Springfield's Tower Square, the new brewery began offering its craft beer in 2014.  The opening of the brewery experienced a 14-month construction delay due to the pandemic, but now the owner, Ray Berry, told 22News, his biggest challenge has been staffing. But good news, the word is they a…
Irishmen Set Opening Date For New Bergen County Bar & Restaurant 'The Craftsman' Irishmen Set Opening Date For New Bergen County Bar & Restaurant 'The Craftsman'
Irishmen Set Opening Date For New Bergen County Bar & Restaurant 'The Craftsman' "The Craftsman" -- a new bar and restaurant run by a pair of Irishmen -- has announced an opening date. If all inspections go according to plan, the establishment will open on Maple Avenue on April 14, owners Philip Quilter and David Casey said. "The Craftsman" -- which has outposts in New York City -- was set to open in March 2020, but the pandemic stalled the opening process. According to its website, "The Craftsman" is is an upscale gastro pub serving contemporary American cuisine with diverse menu options and an Irish influence. The emphasis is on exceptional craft cocktails and craft…
Famed Local Chef Opening New Authentic, Downtown Restaurant Famed Local Chef Opening New Authentic, Downtown Restaurant
Famed Local Chef Opening New Authentic, Downtown Restaurant A prominent local chef - who has been featured on Food Network and in Yankee Magazine, and the New York Times - is starting his own new restaurant serving up contemporary Mexican street food. The executive chef and co-owner of the new establishment, Camacho Garage, is Arturo Franco-Camacho. He cooks at New Haven's Geronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill and Shell and Bones Oyster Bar. Camacho has been featured on "Food Nation with Bobby Flay" on the Food Network, recognized as “Excellent” in the New York Times, and has received accolades from Connecticut Magazine, Yankee Magazine, and Zagat…
Westchester Restaurant Known For Chicken Wings Closes Westchester Restaurant Known For Chicken Wings Closes
Westchester Restaurant Known For Chicken Wings Closes Chicken wings fans across the region will be sad to learn a favorite Hudson Valley restaurant known for their many varieties has closed its doors. The Westchester County restaurant, The Mill, in Hastings-on-Hudson, let patrons know in late June that due to the financial fallout from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, they had closed for good as they offered their thanks to all customers. "We are humbled and grateful to have been part of your lives for the last 7 plus years!," the owners wrote on Facebook.  They went on to say that all of the extra hurdles, both financially and…
'Great American Beer Bars': Dumont's Grant Street Proudly Represents NJ 'Great American Beer Bars': Dumont's Grant Street Proudly Represents NJ
'Great American Beer Bars': Dumont's Grant Street Proudly Represents NJ A beloved Dumont bar and restaurant is representing New Jersey on a website's rundown of best beer bars in the U.S. Each year, CraftBeer.com asks readers to nominate their favorite local beer bars.  The website's editors tally the nominations on a state-by-state basis and consider the atmosphere, servers and -- of course -- the beer menu. It should come as no surprise to locals that Grant Street Cafe made the cut. The family-run Grant Avenue locale managed by Chris DeLaura opened in 1989 and is "considered the hidden gem of Bergen County," CraftBeer.com says. Grant's made headlines last…
Popular Local Eatery Featured On New Food Network Show Popular Local Eatery Featured On New Food Network Show
Popular Local Eatery Featured On New Food Network Show A popular restaurant in the area is going Hollywood. Bull & Barrel Brewery on Route 22 in Brewster will be featured on a new show set to debut on the Food Network later this year. Details about the new show are scant, as the network waits to announce its debut, but Food Network crews were in the area recently to shoot, though co-owners Wendy Wulkan and Rick Cipriani’s have to remain mum on details due to a nondisclosure agreement. The show will reportedly feature a celebrity chef visiting the restaurant, highlighting the brewery's craft beer selection and popular food options. The prod…
Opening Set For Office Tavern Grill in East Hanover Opening Set For Office Tavern Grill in East Hanover
Opening Set For Office Tavern Grill in East Hanover The Office Tavern Grill has set an opening date in East Hanover. With three other locations across North Jersey, the bar and grill will open on Monday, Jan. 20. Serving a variety of modernized American comfort food classics, OTG has existing locations in Morristown, Summit and Ridgewood. The newest location is about 6,300 square feet and features outdoor seating, a fire pit and the capacity to seat about 160 guests. As for drink options, the new location will include more than 40 rotating beers on tap. While classic OTG menu items remain available, the East Hanover location will feature so…
Here Are The Five Highest Rated Rockland County Restaurants For Burgers, According To Yelp Here Are The Five Highest Rated Rockland County Restaurants For Burgers, According To Yelp
Here Are The Five Highest Rated Rockland County Restaurants For Burgers, According To Yelp Sink your teeth into these five Rockland County burger joints that are top-rated on Yelp: 1. Seven Lakes Station (80 Orange Turnpike in Sloatsburg) With a 4.5/5-star rating on Yelp, Seven Lakes Station in Sloatsburg is a craft beer taproom known for its mouthwatering burgers and unique brews. The eatery’s burgers are made of local grass-fed beef and can be customized with gourmet toppings like sautéed onions, lemon aioli, bacon jam, truffle aioli and more. For more information, visit the website. 2. Crossroads Gastro (724 W. Nyack Road, Suite 1 in West Nyack) Crossroads Gastro, which ea…
Beacon's Melzingah Tap House Offers Variety Of Drinks, Food In Relaxing Setting Beacon's Melzingah Tap House Offers Variety Of Drinks, Food In Relaxing Setting
Beacon's Melzingah Tap House Offers Variety Of Drinks, Food In Relaxing Setting If you’re looking for a modern yet eclectic eatery offering a variety of classic food and drink options, Melzingah Tap House, located at 554 Main Street in Beacon, is sure to hit the spot. Ideal for craft beer and cocktail connoisseurs, Melzingah Tap House is the perfect place to relax with some quality food and drink. On the menu, you’ll find some traditional bar foods, though they’ve been crafted with a twist: starters like “grilled cheese” on a toasted baguette, mac and cheese and poutine are popular hits. For those with heartier appetites, try one of the locale’s renowned burgers — the…
Here Are Five Places For Pizza In Middletown Here Are Five Places For Pizza In Middletown
Here Are Five Places For Pizza In Middletown Related story: Here Are Pizza Places To Try In Orange County Middletown has a growing number of pizza options, but those that offer true quality, authenticity and value are few and far between. That being said, Google has all the answers when it comes to restaurant ratings. Here are five of the highest-rated pizzerias throughout Middletown: Pizza E Birra (287 NY-211 in Middletown) With a 4.5/5-star rating on Google and a near-perfect 4.8/5 stars on Facebook, Pizza E Birra in Middletown serves a huge array of Italian specialties. On the menu, you’ll find some of everything, includ…
Here Are The Five Highest Rated Ulster County Restaurants For Burgers, According To Yelp Here Are The Five Highest Rated Ulster County Restaurants For Burgers, According To Yelp
Here Are The Five Highest Rated Ulster County Restaurants For Burgers, According To Yelp Sink your teeth into these five Ulster County burger joints that are top-rated on Yelp: 1. Joe Beez (456 Broadway in Kingston) With a 4.5/5-star Yelp rating, Joe Beez in Kingston is known primarily for its bold, beefy and affordably priced burger options. Varieties include the Big Ben Rothlisburger (three burger patties with American cheese, lettuce, bacon, swiss cheese, ham, pepper jack cheese, cheddar cheese, capicola, and jalapeños), the Jimmy Buffett (two grilled burgers with onions, peppers, mushrooms, bacon, cheddar, Swiss, lettuce, tomatoes and thousand island dressing) and the Mack …
Colonel Who? Bonchon Chicken Moves Into Fairfield County Colonel Who? Bonchon Chicken Moves Into Fairfield County
Colonel Who? Bonchon Chicken Moves Into Fairfield County Who can remember a time when chicken wings weren’t on a menu? Started as a bar appetizer in the 1960s, wings are now the star of the show. And they certainly shine bright at Bonchon’s. The Korean-based and internationally loved fried chicken purveyor has opened its first franchise in Fairfield County at 1565 Post Road. The grand opening was held on Oct. 7. Bonchon has four other locations in Connecticut: West Harford, Manchester, Storrs and New Haven.  Leo Chung, a partner and head manager of Bonchon’s in Fairfield believes the Connecticut shoreline town was the right spot for his second …