Candy. Just the word alone sounds sugary-sweet. Chocolate, lollipops, jawbreakers, gumdrops, caramel, licorice…the list goes on. No region to live in is complete without a candy store, and Long Island is no exception. Because at some point, everyone, even a dentist, gets a sweet tooth. So this year, if you feel like letting out your…
Is Long Island known for bagels? Everyone — and we mean everyone — knows that Long Island has the best bagels. Big, soft, round and doughy, they’re delectable in any form. And almost every town, city and hamlet on the island has its own local bagel shop that delivers the best breakfasts and lunches around.…
Like burgers, hot dogs are a staple at barbecues on Long Island in the summer. They’re also a must-have at Long Island Ducks games. Nestled in a soft toasted bun and topped with chili and cheese, sauerkraut or just plain ketchup and mustard, one dog usually isn’t enough. But no matter what season it is,…
Crispy on the outside, warm and melty on the inside—there’s nothing quite like a well-made panini. Whether stuffed with classic Italian meats and cheeses, fresh veggies, or creative flavor combinations, a panini turns an ordinary sandwich into something extraordinary. Long Island is home to countless delis and cafés serving up this toasted delight. If you’re…
A rack of ribs might be messy to eat, but the taste simply overcomes it. And ribs can sometimes take a long time to cook so that the meat is moist and tender. On Long Island, though, everyone is usually always in a rush, so there are places that know how to deliver delicious ribs…
2025: Long Islanders Voted A Mano Baking Co Best Bakery (Online Store on Long Island)! A Mano Baking Co 34 E Beach Promenade, Lindenhurst (631) 339-0156 – amanobakingcompany.com For the third year running, A Mano Baking Company takes the cake as the best online bakery on Long Island. Offering a diverse selection of both sweet…
2025: Long Islanders Voted Front Street Bakery Best Coffee Cake! Front Street Bakery 51 Front Street, Rockville Centre (516) 766-1199 – frontstreetbakery.com For nearly 75 years, Front Street Bakery, a family-owned business, has been a staple in the Rockville Centre community. They’re dedicated to providing quality, tradition and especially great taste in all of their…
There’s nothing like homemade pasta that truly satisfies the stomach and the taste buds. With easy-to-make ingredients that are immediately accessible from your pantry at home, supermarket or even at a restaurant if you desire to dine out, you won’t regret your decision. For a superb homemade pasta dish, dine on the best the island…
You’ve heard it before, but we’ll say it again: breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Even if you’re going to sit in traffic on the Long Island Expressway for an hour on your way to work, you still need to eat when you get up so that you’re energized (and satisfied) before…
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…