http://www.chow.com/boards/20 Sat, 03 Mar 2007 15:40:21 GMT Keep track of the lastest threads on Chowhound http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/648988#7342366 Well, I don't mean to be obnoxious. I know I've been beating this topic to death over the past couple of years, but I felt the need to update--after all, it's been nearly 3 years since the last post on the subject of WBCs. I want to be fair, so I'm going to admit that my addiction has taken me back to Bigelow's a couple of time, and I'm happy to report that it was better both times. The french fries are decidedly better, although I usually don't bother with them (um, I can get good fries almost anywhere). The clams, though, were better, though still not in the league with Essex, Farnham's or Woodman's, but then, we Long Island beggars can't be choosy can we? Clambelly Wed, 16 May 2012 13:25:06 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/648988#7342366 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/611910#7337922 Is the fish truck still there on FRI's? chongman Mon, 14 May 2012 16:01:51 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/611910#7337922 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/577304#7333990 Hello, I do half trays of catering and do some Filipino food make to order if your interested! Kare kare, bistek, orders of lumpia (available frozen too). Let me know if you're interested in trying! tangyxoxo Fri, 11 May 2012 20:55:45 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/577304#7333990 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/517647#7327932 So good from Cristina's. Very moist. We get it filled with strawberries and peaches. The photo itself is edible but it tastes totally weird. Still, its great for a kids' bday. Nothing compares to Cristina's. Rudie215 Tue, 08 May 2012 22:21:59 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/517647#7327932 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/647537#7298862 The Corner Restaurant in downtown Milford. Impeccable brunch, great atmosphere and location. Stylo Tue, 24 Apr 2012 23:41:51 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/647537#7298862 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/614093#7298030 If you are near Chicago, rather than New York (or now I believe Wusthof is located in Connecticut) and are looking for warehouse sale prices, there's a cutlery store called Cutlery and More in the Chicago NW burbs that has a lot of Wusthof at their warehouse sales. Just passing the word along -- I went last time and picked up a Classic Santoku for next to nothing. They have mostly first quality stuff, but if you get there early on the first day you might have a shot at getting some "seconds" which are basically returns with just scratches on them or no box. VERY cheap. http://www.cutleryandmore.com/sale Of course, if you know Wusthof you'll know these knives last a lifetime! jscott32 Tue, 24 Apr 2012 17:46:38 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/614093#7298030 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/253854#7284691 this is what you need http://www.violantes.com/ Reasonable prices gr8dandini Wed, 18 Apr 2012 13:22:57 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/253854#7284691 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/324257#7261452 Have to go back to Essa next time I'm in the city. Best bagels have to be from NYC or one of the boroughs!!! wincountrygirl Sat, 07 Apr 2012 11:13:39 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/324257#7261452 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/495702#7240154 http://www.crystalgolfresort.com/DiningWine/Easter.aspx Over priced for the quality of the food, but the ambviance is nice. Its a nice treat. JenTChow Tue, 27 Mar 2012 19:25:24 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/495702#7240154 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/383770#7197929 And it sill is awesome trugs Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:39:27 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/383770#7197929 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/622307#7184567 unfortunately, this place has closed... northNJfoodie Thu, 01 Mar 2012 19:27:13 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/622307#7184567 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/252593#7092065 sadly, tracey's is no longer open! it is now something called K town nightclub or something to that effect! grew up near there and ate often since the early '60's. was driving back from Mass to PA and decided to stop in and was greatly saddened! loved the steak sandwiches for decades! story was that the owner decided to retire and close up in Dec 2011? sparky08540 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 05:43:32 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/252593#7092065 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/254020#7092064 sadly, tracey's is no longer open! it is now something called K town nightclub or something to that effect! grew up near there and ate often since the early '60's. was driving back from Mass to PA and decided to stop in and was greatly saddened! loved the steak sandwiches for decades! story was that the owner decided to retire and close up in Dec 2011? sparky08540 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 05:43:14 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/254020#7092064 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/532903#7004655 Did anyone find that recipe for sterns blueberry muffins? banks Mon, 12 Dec 2011 01:54:43 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/532903#7004655 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/250651#6691584 I recommend Secor Farm on Robinson Lane in Wappingers Falls, NY. It is actually located at the intersection of the towns of LaGrange, Wappingers, and East Fishkill in Dutchess County New York, about 90 minutes north of New York City. From the Taconic Parkway, take the Noxon Road Exit (just north of Route 82). At the light at the end of the ramp, take a left onto Noxon Road, and at the T intersection, turn right to stay on Noxon Road. At the next light, Robinson Lane, turn left. Secor's is just ahead on the left. They have pick your own and pre-picked blueberries, strawberries, and pumpkins in season, but fresh seasonal produce and even flowers at their farmstand. For more information, call the berry picking hotline at 845-452-6883 or visit them at www.facebook.com/secorfarm. marykonizarnold Wed, 20 Jul 2011 02:00:56 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/250651#6691584 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/252744#5615683 You might want to try posting a new request in the new Southern New England forum. This topic is probably destined to remain in the General Tri-State Archive because its subject falls into two of the forums that replaced it, the Southern New England forum which includes Fairfield County, and the New York State forum which includes Westchester County. nsxtasy Fri, 14 May 2010 14:12:17 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/252744#5615683 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/679973#5499537 Hi, Try Owen's Deli in Cheshire, CT. They have a hot chicken sub challenge. Have fun! Birdyy Thu, 25 Mar 2010 13:15:37 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/679973#5499537 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/489984#5494750 Colony Pizza in Stamford (coming soon to Fairfield) has to be the ultimate GUILTY pleasure I've got goin' right now. First of all the pizza is small enough to eat yourself, but not too small where you feel hungry still. But that not even the half of it... On top of said pizza, I get pepperoni (the size of small softballs), sausage from DIRECTLY ACROSS THE STREET and just to put the big fat cherry on my big fat pie, hot oil. Oil infused with jalapenos. Ok, that turkey on wheat I just had for lunch aint gonna cut it... I can get pizza if I go to the gym twice tomorrow, right? fcmenutalk.com Tue, 23 Mar 2010 17:23:18 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/489984#5494750 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/626268#5435756 sidnek- did you ever book a vendor? how did it go? jroxybabe19 Sat, 27 Feb 2010 23:34:00 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/626268#5435756 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/681782#5336069 my firm had their christmas party at Pasta Nostra in SONO. we rented out the restaurant and had spectacular finger food. i'm sure they can set up a variety of ideas depending on budget. LW1 Wed, 20 Jan 2010 16:57:08 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/681782#5336069 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/675860#5286060 that is correct they are the same family famous for there low end italian moron66 Thu, 31 Dec 2009 06:40:11 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/675860#5286060 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/677345#5285944 Gino's is on Willis Ave in Willsiton Park, they were just rated 3rd best pizzeria on LI. Please let me know if you have ever had the pleasure of eating there. Fantastic pizzas all around but what really makes them stand out is the sicilian. Thick but crispy crust, just the right amound of sauce and delicious romano and parm blend on top - no mozzerella! Live in Florida now but I crave a slice of this like no other. nmurawsk Thu, 31 Dec 2009 04:21:12 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/677345#5285944 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/677188#5284538 Wobble in Ossining has migas - it is so yummy that I have never ordered anything else for breakfast! Happy Migas! 2boys4me Wed, 30 Dec 2009 17:56:55 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/677188#5284538 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/677186#5284433 Any ideas for a hearty breakfast and or dinner in Westchester shoekittykat Wed, 30 Dec 2009 17:21:35 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/677186#5284433 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/677104#5283476 OK, my parent's are raving about this drink - they can't find it anywhere in Dutchess County!! I'm, in Westchester - can anyone suggest a spot to find this so my parents can be happy for another month? Photo is attached below, handy reference for sightings :-) As for non-alcoholic nog, my vote is with Horizon Low-Fat or Ronnybrook mixed with some regular milk - it's like tar coming out of the bottle! Happy Nog Season everyone! 2boys4me Wed, 30 Dec 2009 04:18:28 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/677104#5283476 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/393398#5283257 Try it again -- Mannions was sold a while back and the then new owners wrecked it in what seems like record time. Mannions family took it back, ran it for while and now recently sold it to a partnership with very highly rated NYC experienced folks working for them. Food is excellent - as good as manhattan and in many cases better than. ----- J J Mannion's Restaurant 640 McLean Ave, Yonkers, NY 10705 nyckaty Wed, 30 Dec 2009 01:41:22 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/393398#5283257 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/649837#5283144 Glad you enjoyed Tacocina. I've been back a couple of times and had the same experience. The tacos are definitely my favorites. I have yet to try all of the tacos but I'm working my way through the menu. hudsonvalleyfoodblog Wed, 30 Dec 2009 00:53:09 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/649837#5283144 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/472360#5282973 southside restaurant in poughkeepsie north of IBM in the TJMaxx shopping center has good wings, they also have a super super hot variety. Handshakes Grill on 82 in Hopewell is ok too. Noahs Bar in poughkeepsie has free wings on fridays 5-7 or something like that, dont expect to get any though unless you go when Marist is not in session. Last time i was at golden rail the fryer wasnt working, but they do have the best selection of beer around. k47k Tue, 29 Dec 2009 23:31:44 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/472360#5282973 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/677015#5282420 I was having a hard time eating indian food for awhile because someone in my building cooks it a lot and the smell is too strong and permeates for over a day BUT i love the simple inidan food. So where do you suggest I go in Stamford, not too spicy as my insides can't deal with anything to spicy anymore. Love the bread, veggies and tandoori. Thanks Want a placethat has a alot of variety in the breads , that is my favorite and i love the onion condiment and the green condiment they give with it too! So tell me where and what to order and if they deliver that is great also. nbermas Tue, 29 Dec 2009 19:38:13 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/677015#5282420 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/546419#5281980 This restaurant is listed for sale on Craigslist. If I remember correctly, they are asking $50k. varsitysg Tue, 29 Dec 2009 17:06:06 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/546419#5281980 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/667956#5280210 Goya extra virgin suites my palate. makko Mon, 28 Dec 2009 20:45:08 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/667956#5280210 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/676646#5278667 Any recommendations for breakfast in Connecticut or lunch in New Jersey (or points south of NYC) near Rt 95? wingerberlin Mon, 28 Dec 2009 03:01:10 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/676646#5278667 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/676496#5277959 Ah, right. Thanks for the reminder. And is that my only option in this neck of the woods? tracyk Sun, 27 Dec 2009 19:49:28 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/676496#5277959 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/676452#5277806 Reinwald's is very basic, generic stand alone bakery. Meaning most of the stuff they have is better than supermarket quality, but I haven't had anything that stood out. I'm with MCF; Fiorrello Dolce is virtually around the corner, and almost everything I've had there is superb. I bake quite a bit, and it's one of the few places I would consider buying from rather than making my own. Even stopping in for breakfast -- they make a great almond croissant. sbp Sun, 27 Dec 2009 17:53:57 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/676452#5277806 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/676455#5277482 Agree on Plates. La Sala is good and dependable, as is La Villetta. A more unique place is Zitoune. Avoid Lusardi and La Riserva like the plague. anonymouse1935 Sun, 27 Dec 2009 14:36:04 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/676455#5277482 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/657629#5277407 he has an experienced partner, they will do well.. intrepid Sun, 27 Dec 2009 13:36:09 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/657629#5277407 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/675646#5277116 wilkensfarm.com is an outdoor venue in Westchester County that can handle a tented event that size. Roadfoodfan Sun, 27 Dec 2009 03:15:24 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/675646#5277116 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/250026#5275058 I would strongly recommend Wunderbar & Bistro. It has a good bar and well prepared Austrian-German food and an attentive owner. And reasonable prices. Try the schnizel or the bratwurst. The menu's at www.wunderbarandbistro.com fisheater Fri, 25 Dec 2009 14:39:08 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/250026#5275058 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/675161#5274644 I personally don't like the chicken fries. The first time they were ok. The next time they had a funky taste. Maybe the oil was off or they were old I don't know but we have not had th em again. rolise Fri, 25 Dec 2009 01:18:13 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/675161#5274644 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/675830#5273666 We eat at Insieme almost every week and love it. The food is delicious. The fish specials are always a winner as is the pasta with Italian sausage. Be sure to try the tiramisu! Sal is a great host in his warm, cozy restaurant. It is also an excellent option for lunch. We were there for our office lunch this week and I enjoyed a great pasta dish with artichoke hearts, zuchini, gorgonzola and walnuts. Yum! It is definitely worth the effort to find Insieme! ----- Insieme Restaurant 103 Danbury Rd Ste 4, Ridgefield, CT 06877 ridgefoodie Thu, 24 Dec 2009 14:09:46 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/675830#5273666 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/667124#5273557 Been there twice, I won't give them the opportunity for STRIKE THREE! Nancy191 Thu, 24 Dec 2009 12:44:19 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/667124#5273557 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/580202#5272563 The place to go is The Bonwit Inn in Commack. This is a nice upscale place. This is also an all-you-can-eat style brunch. http://www.thebonwitinn.com/Brunch.asp Also very close to the LIE dougnash Wed, 23 Dec 2009 21:25:14 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/580202#5272563 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/657404#5272503 no , the season is from November to February....this is the season now violetta trout Wed, 23 Dec 2009 20:52:26 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/657404#5272503 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/675806#5272481 LP is not a foodie destination. I have been heading up there for upwards of 20 years, and can offer up only a small handful of fairly good restaurants for dinner (there are a couple pretty decent breakfast lunch spots). Since it's New Year's Eve and you have youngish children, I would suggest the Whiteface Lodge. You can eat in the dining room or the bar area. They have a children's menu and I would say that even though it's on the high end, it's kid friendly (I have a 6 and 7 year old and have been numerous times). IMO the food to price ratio is not super fantastic, but depending on what you order, it can be very good and the atmosphere cannot be beat. You would need to make a reservation Beyond the WFL, there are a few other good to very good restaurants, but I would not necessarily bring a large group with children. If you want to go lower end, the Cottage is great for kids. It's totally casual and has an apres ski feel. The food is mostly sandwiches though and not too great. The service is decent and the staff quite nice. I hear that LIsa G's is also a great place if you want a burger or the like. My experience with Nicola's on Main is that the food is mediocre but it may fit the bill as far as a larger party with children - serving pizza, pasta, salads. I recall that the interior is very large, dark and sparse (loud too), but seems very clean. The High Peaks Resort (formerly the Hilton) underwent a big renovation recently, and has a couple restaurants that I have heard are decent. No first hand experience, but walked around over the summer and seemed to have decent atomosphere. The Interlaken Inn is very good, but I don't think it would be good with more than a couple of well behaved children. I can go on, but based on your post, IMO for New Year's Eve,your best bet is the Whiteface Lodge ( if you're not on too much of a budget). Good luck and have fun in LP, its a great place to spend the New Year! chowaboutit Wed, 23 Dec 2009 20:42:31 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/675806#5272481 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/675699#5271948 Why do I have to click on 5 different links to see the whole dinner menu? This place can accommodate 100? The parking lot is very tiny. The 100 would have to come 5 to a car, unless there is other parking I'm not aware of. Hope the food's good, it's walking distance from a friend's house and I will probably try it in the next week or so. The wines by the glass aren't anything special---and really, the best sparkling they could come up with is Martini and Rossi Asti Spumante? Ummm... Zachy's is 5 minutes away, any of their salespeople could put together a better list than this in a heartbeat. Seriously, if you're gonna call yourself a wine bar.... iluvcookies Wed, 23 Dec 2009 16:51:43 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/675699#5271948 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/665144#5271728 Ummm, is this a reply to something? "there"? Where? Also, when you say that the "Margheritas were not the best we've had around Westchester", I can't help wondering what those other places might be. rpk Wed, 23 Dec 2009 15:23:10 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/665144#5271728 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/254243#5271180 Their food is awesome! Their prices are fair and the portion sizes are huge!! Their huge menu makes it even better!! lukero Wed, 23 Dec 2009 05:49:16 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/254243#5271180 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/675491#5269650 thanks - I do need whole. I'll try balducci's and whole foods. foleyd7 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 16:59:34 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/675491#5269650