Mount Pleasant
Business
Popular Eatery Now Reopened For Business In Valhalla: 'Unforgettable Experience,' Owners Say Popular Eatery Now Reopened For Business In Valhalla: 'Unforgettable Experience,' Owners Say
Popular Eatery Now Reopened For Business In Valhalla: 'Unforgettable Experience,' Owners Say A popular Northern Westchester eatery is once again serving up delicious sandwiches after closing temporarily for renovations.  The Sandwich Spot, located in Valhalla at 160 Legion Dr., resumed serving its signature deli sandwiches and Nutella-flavored treats on Monday, June 1 after closing for renovations, the eatery's owners announced on social media.  Earlier Report - Popular Eatery To Reopen In Valhalla In their announcement, the owners wrote that they are ready to serve an "unforgettable experience!"  The eatery is well-known for filling sandwiches to the bri…

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by Ben Crnic
Montgomery PA
Business
Former Red Lion Resident Brings Taste Of Italian Street Food To NJ Former Red Lion Resident Brings Taste Of Italian Street Food To NJ
Former Red Lion Resident Brings Taste Of Italian Street Food To NJ To Josephina Spinosa, food and family have always gone hand-in-hand. Now, the former Montgomery County resident is bringing a taste of her family's favorite foods to Parsippany, NJ at Lo Sfizio Italian Street Food. Spinosa lives in Montclair with her husband, Sergio Capdevielle, and their 1-year-old, Leonardo.  The couple launched Lo Sfizio in April with the ultimate goal (or rather, a much-welcomed favor) of bringing a taste of classic Italian cuisine to the area. Josephina Spinosa and her husband Sergio Capdevielle.Special to Daily Voice Spinosa was raised in Naples until s…

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by Valerie Musson
Morris
Business
Neapolitan Native Brings Taste Of Italian Street Food To Parsippany At Lo Sfizio Neapolitan Native Brings Taste Of Italian Street Food To Parsippany At Lo Sfizio
Neapolitan Native Brings Taste Of Italian Street Food To Parsippany At Lo Sfizio To Josephina Spinosa, food and family have always gone hand-in-hand. Now, she's bringing a taste of her family's favorite foods to Parsippany at Lo Sfizio Italian Street Food. Spinosa lives in Montclair with her husband, Sergio Capdevielle, and their 1-year-old, Leonardo.  The couple launched Lo Sfizio in April with the ultimate goal (or rather, a much-welcomed favor) of bringing a taste of classic Italian cuisine to the area. Josephina Spinosa and her husband Sergio Capdevielle.Special to Daily Voice Spinosa was raised in Naples until she was eight and loved learning about …

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by Valerie Musson
Cresskill-Closter
Business
Bricks 4 Kidz Uses Legos To Teach STEM In Closter Bricks 4 Kidz Uses Legos To Teach STEM In Closter
Bricks 4 Kidz Uses Legos To Teach STEM In Closter A new learning center in Bergen County has discovered an innovative method to help give kids a STEM education. Bricks 4 Kidz recently opened a learning center at 530 Piermont Road in Closter. The franchise has 10 locations throughout the Garden State and has learning centers nationwide.  Brandy Sharrock and Charles Tsocanos oversee the Closter location with the goal of making STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) education fun. They offer afterschool programs, as well as summer camps and birthday parties, with getting to build Legos being the main attraction. "The kids are oft…

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by Sam Barron
Middlesex MA
Business
Onto 'New Adventures': Green Papaya In Waltham Closing After 30 Years Onto 'New Adventures': Green Papaya In Waltham Closing After 30 Years
Onto 'New Adventures': Green Papaya In Waltham Closing After 30 Years A Boston-area restaurant that specializes in fine Thai cuisine is shutting down after three decades in business.  The owners of Green Papaya in Waltham have decided "to retire and have new adventures" after "30 wonderful, successful years," they wrote on the restaurant's website.  "We are so appreciative and thankful for the friendships we have made and for all who have supported us during these years and through the difficult times of the covid virus," the message reads. "We are thankful for being able to get to know each of you and your families, and also for the care and k…

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by David Cifarelli
Baltimore
Business
Church-Themed Bar, Hotel Bars In Baltimore Named To 'Esquire' List Of Best In America Church-Themed Bar, Hotel Bars In Baltimore Named To 'Esquire' List Of Best In America
Church-Themed Bar, Hotel Bars In Baltimore Named To 'Esquire' List Of Best In America A church-themed bar and hotel bars in Baltimore were named to the "Esquire" list of the best bars in America for 2023. The publication's lifestyle and culture director, Kevin Sintumuang, said this year's list (its 18th) has more "spirited originality" than ever before. Church, the Maryland Avenue bar, for example (which was temporarily closed as of June 1), is reminiscent of an actual church, complete with a pulpit as a greeter stand and pews in the back room, according to "Esquire." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Church (@…

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by Cecilia Levine
Norfolk
Business
College Students Breathing New Life Into Local Massachusetts Businesses College Students Breathing New Life Into Local Massachusetts Businesses
College Students Breathing New Life Into Local Massachusetts Businesses A group of college students is helping small businesses in Massachusetts make a big impact before they've even crossed the stage and gotten their diplomas.  "Build You is my life," Founder and CEO of Build You Marketing Jake Ross said. "I am excited to continue this full-time after graduation and help the businesses we work with." Ross is the epitome of a self-starter. When the 21-year-old rising senior at Babson College saw the untapped potential that small businesses had, he decided to start his own digital marketing and PR firm.  Build You Marketing works by offering businesse…

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by David Cifarelli
Essex NJ
Business
Popular Portuguese Restaurant Shutters After 49 Years In Newark Popular Portuguese Restaurant Shutters After 49 Years In Newark
Popular Portuguese Restaurant Shutters After 49 Years In Newark After 49 years of serving up Portuguese cuisine in The Ironbound in Newark, Iberia Restaurant has closed. The restaurant made the announcement on Facebook on Friday, June 2. Its last day was Sunday June 4. It is with the most heavy heart that we announce the closing of Iberia Restaurant . We can not thank you enough for all... Posted by Iberia Tavern & Restaurant on Friday, June 2, 2023 Patrons were saddened by the closure. "This restaurant is part of what made The Ironbound popular," said one Facebook commenter. "It's so sad that the Portuguese community has slowly disappear…

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by Sam Barron
Fort Lee
Business
Fort Lee High Schooler Starts Own Bakery From Parents Basement Fort Lee High Schooler Starts Own Bakery From Parents Basement
Fort Lee High Schooler Starts Own Bakery From Parents Basement Haya Nassar may be just a junior in high school but she already knows what she wants to do with her life. Nassar has recently opened Haya Baking, making chocolate chip cookies from her parents basement and delivering them to customers throughout the region. Nassar, a Fort Lee resident, balances high school, which she takes online, with fulfilling the orders of her customers.  "I had been thinking about doing this for a year," Nassar said. "I decided to put my foot down and I just did it. I really enjoy baking." Nassar's specialty is chocolate chip cookies, though she makes designs for…

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by Sam Barron
Cape May
Business
Popular Philadelphia Brunch Spot Expands To Ocean City Popular Philadelphia Brunch Spot Expands To Ocean City
Popular Philadelphia Brunch Spot Expands To Ocean City A popular Philadelphia brunch spot has expanded to New Jersey. Green Eggs Cafe, which is well-known for its over-the-top waffles, french toast, and eggs, recently opened in Ocean City. The New Jersey outpost marks the cafe's sixth location, the other five being in Philadelphia. Sweet, Savory and a hint of spice 😋 “Chicken and Waffles Benedict” Posted by Green Eggs Cafe on Saturday, September 28, 2019 New specials are in “Nashville Hot Chicken 😋Sandwich” Posted by Green Eggs Cafe on Friday, July 12, 2019 New specials alert “Rocky’s Road French Toast” 😋😋😋 @ Green Eggs C…

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by Cecilia Levine
Atlantic
Business
Couple Who Bonded Over Love Of New England Seafood Opens Jersey Shore Restaurant Couple Who Bonded Over Love Of New England Seafood Opens Jersey Shore Restaurant
Couple Who Bonded Over Love Of New England Seafood Opens Jersey Shore Restaurant Clam chowdah, anyone? A husband and wife has brought a taste of New England to the Jersey Shore. Steve Marchel and Robin Kramer have recently opened Betty's Seafood Shack in Margate. The restaurant pays homage to Steve's beloved Portuguese Water Dog, Betty, who died in 2018. The fried shrimp, lobster rolls and scallops being served at Betty's conjure up fond memories for Steve and Robin, who bonded over their love for all-things New England — especially the seafood shacks —  both having graduated from college in New England. "Steve would often say 'Margate needs a joint lik…

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by Cecilia Levine
Yonkers
Business
New Eatery Opens In Yonkers: 'Already Everybody's House' New Eatery Opens In Yonkers: 'Already Everybody's House'
New Eatery Opens In Yonkers: 'Already Everybody's House' An all-new eatery opened by two owners with deep roots in their community is now serving up tasty cuisine from a variety of cultures in Westchester.  Francis Deli & Grill, located in Yonkers at 295 South Broadway, celebrated its opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, May 31 that featured appearances from Yonkers city officials such as Mayor Mike Spano.  The new eatery is owned by Francis and Lily Ramirez, who have been involved in opening restaurants in South Yonkers for over 20 years.  The business is primarily a deli and grill but also serves a combi…

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by Ben Crnic
Bucks
Business
Ed Sheeran Surprises Philadelphia Fans In Kitchen Of Popular Cheesesteak Spot Ed Sheeran Surprises Philadelphia Fans In Kitchen Of Popular Cheesesteak Spot
Ed Sheeran Surprises Philadelphia Fans In Kitchen Of Popular Cheesesteak Spot Crowds gathered in South Philly this weekend as Ed Sheeran surprised fans at a popular cheesesteak spot. The "Bad Habits" singer handed helped out in the kitchen of Philip's Steaks on Passyunk Ave., handing out cheesesteaks to fans. The owners said that it was "beyond unbelievable." Sheeran documented the trip on Instagram. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ed Sheeran (@teddysphotos) View this post on Instagram A post shared by SQ Philips Steaks (@philips_steaks) Sheeran …

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by Cecilia Levine