Cajun cuisine is simple yet flavorful. Often made with the most local ingredients available, lots of aromatic vegetables like onions, bell peppers and celery are used, as well as cayenne and ground black pepper. There are also various kinds of meats involved with signature dishes such as the basic seafood, pork, poultry and beef, but…
Hobby stores often have very devoted followings. The clientele builds trusted relationships with the salespeople, sharing common interests. If they don’t have what you are looking for, they will usually go out of their way to get it. Here are the best on Long Island. 2024: Long Island Voted Infinite Yarns, Inc. Best Hobby Store!…
It’s so important to support the little guy, and Mom and Pop businesses are our last defense against the big box stores that threaten to take over our last vestiges of regionalism. Unique, individual, and often family-run, come support the best Mom and Pop businesses on Long Island. 2024: Long Island Voted Laconia Music Center…
Long Island boasts some of the most amazing professional courses in the world, from Montauk to the Rockaways for players of all stripes and level of ability. And golfers need stuff: from equipment, to shoes and apparel, Long Island has stores to meet every golfers needs. Here are the best! 2024: Long Island Voted Unique…
There is no better way to express your individual style at your wedding than through your flowers. Will your bouquet be a rainbow of colors, exploding with life and personality, or will you walk down the aisle with an elegant display on similarly hued flowers? Will your centerpieces accent the carefully chosen table settings, or…
College sports are an indelible part of the culture of college life. By showcasing the hard work, determination, and cooperation by a sports team, they exhibit the character important for all aspects of students to work toward. A college coach, then, leads not only the team, but sets an example for the school itself. 2024:…
As much as you want to avoid them (especially after that New Year’s resolution to lose those extra pounds), bakeries on Long Island are essential for supplying us with muffins, breads, cakes, cupcakes and more for special occasions — or if you just have a sweet tooth. They’re also incredibly enjoyable to visit. The smell…
Meat lovers aren’t the only foodies that enjoy a delicious burger. Veggie burgers are the perfect substitute for anyone eager to participate in a night out at the local burger joint and would rather stay away from the red meat. Go into any of these places with a blindfold and you might not know you’re…
There is a specialist for literally every part of the body, and your feet are no exception. Even though you may be repulsed by them, feet or really important because we, well, use them to walk and stand. But all that use can really put some wear and tear on them, and that’s never good.…
Sleep is so, so important. Without it, we’d be cranky, groggy and tired all the time. Sleep is also vital to good health because the body needs to rest after being up and about for several hours throughout the day. But unfortunately not everyone sleeps well for one reason or another, and luckily for them…