Long Island’s breakfast scene goes beyond pancakes and waffles. The unassuming omelette reigns supreme, offering a canvas for endless culinary adventures. Think perfectly cooked eggs, bursting with fresh, local ingredients – crisp vegetables, savory meats, and creamy cheeses – all nestled in a warm embrace of toasted bread. See who our readers go to for…
Crisp romaine, creamy dressing, crunchy croutons, and a sprinkle of Parmesan—there’s a reason the Caesar salad is a timeless favorite. Whether enjoyed as a starter or topped with grilled chicken, shrimp, or steak for a satisfying meal, the perfect Caesar salad is all about fresh ingredients and bold flavors. Long Island is home to countless…
2025: Long Islanders Voted Knot of This World Pretzels – Soft Pretzel Nuggets Best Binge-Watching Snack! Knot of This World Pretzels – Soft Pretzel Nuggets 3041 Hempstead Tpke, Levittown (526) 238-0382 – knotofthisworldpretzels.com Knot of This World Pretzels has redefined the ultimate binge-watching snack with their irresistible, hand-twisted soft pretzel nuggets. Whether you’re in the…
2025: Long Islanders Voted Barna Bee Honey Best Local Raw Honey! Barna Bee Honey P.O. Box 1436, Ronkonkoma (631) 615-6140 – barnabeehoney.com Barna Bee Honey, a family-owned business in Ronkonkoma, has been producing pure, raw wildflower artisan honey for nearly a century. Their beekeeping tradition began in Europe and continues today on Long Island. The…
Gyros, originally from Greece, are just one of the many dishes that have been Americanized and are available on Long Island. Made with lamb and beef smothered in tomatoes, onions and tzatziki sauce wrapped in a pita, gyros can be found at almost any Long Island diner and Greek-American luncheon. So if your tastebuds want…
Ditch the diet mentality and embrace the pure joy of a Greek salad! Forget iceberg and croutons, Long Island restaurants showcase the symphony of flavors that defines this Mediterranean classic. Imagine: crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed in a vibrant dance with red onion, green pepper, and a…
Healthy eating is all the rage, and for good reason too. It’s pretty self-explanatory: healthy food means a healthy body, and a healthy body means a happy life (usually). Many healthy eateries have popped up all over Long Island as this trend dominated the food industry over the last few years, and we hope it’s…
There’s always room for dessert! And even if there isn’t, we’re sure there still is once you see the menu. Restaurants on Long Island have been very creative with their dessert options over the past few years, but of course there’s nothing like a good slice of pie or cheesecake to finish off your meal.…
The hamburger is the trademark American dish, made ever better with a side of fries and a chocolate milkshake. You can get one at pretty much any restaurant on Long Island, but no two burgers are the same, nor should they be. If you’re simple, you probably get it with just cheese, lettuce, tomato and…
Tacos always seem to be deemed as a Mexican dish, and maybe that’s where they originated, but here in American and on Long Island we’ve certainly made them our own. Sure, you can get the basic kind: ground beef with lettuce, tomato and cheese. But the world of tacos has expanded beyond what you can…