Majestic Diner Take on Black and White Cookies
November 26, 2024
We decided to expand the Black and White Odyssey. We have been visiting bakeries and bagel shops which is like a bakery. But today, we have expanded the tasting to the Majestic Diner in Westbury. We had to move fast since the traffic builds on Old Country Road as we get closer to Thanksgiving. After […]
The Granola Bar in Woodbury Delivers
November 25, 2024
We heard that The Granola Bar, a new breakfast place opened in Woodbury. We love breakfast and lunch (and in fact dinner) so how can we pass it up. The place was hopping at 1:30 pm We put our name down and they said a 30 minute wait. They had the app where you can […]
What Foods Do People Hate on Thanksgiving?
November 22, 2024
With the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, many people are in the midst of purchasing and cooking food. In my family, turkey is the mainstay along with stuffing, sweet potatoes and of course cranberry sauce. I have learned that across the USA, people also eat a variety of other food Thanksgiving. These additional dishes include ham, duck, […]
Cardinali Bakery in Carle Place Serves Great Black and White Cookies
November 21, 2024
Next stop for my search for the best Black and White Cookie brought me to Cardinali Bakery and Pastry Shop in Carle Place. Setting the stage for Cardinali, it has some tough competition from Slim’s Bagels in Little Neck. As way of background, Cardinali has been around for the past 30 years serving up some […]
Allegro Bar & Grill in West Hempstead
November 20, 2024
We heard that a new sports bar opened in West Hempstead and decided to try it out. Off we went to Allegro Bar & Grill which opened about 6 weeks prior. We were impressed with the clean, airy and specious interior. The tables were set up to allow people to talk without the next table […]
Marinara Pizza in Greenvale
November 19, 2024
I headed over to Marinara Pizza in Greevale to try their Pizza. Friends have told me that their pizza is one of the best. So, I ordered a regular NY slice and a Sicilian slice and a Meatball Parm Hero The pizza was a disappointment. I just do not get why some people love their […]
Louie’s Manhasset Restaurant
November 18, 2024
We had heard that Louie’s Manhasset Restaurant had reopened after a interior refresh. So off we went to Manhasset. For those of you who are unaware Louie’s is a diner near the train station that has been around for years. Unlike most diners on Long Island, Louie’s is a relatively small place with about 20 […]
388 Restaurant Review: A Culinary Experience
November 15, 2024
Review of 388 Restaurant in Roslyn Heights I recently visited 388 Restaurant in Roslyn Heights, and I must say, it was an exceptional dining experience! The decor is modern yet comfortable, creating the perfect setting for a delightful meal. The menu at 388 is a true celebration of Italian cuisine. We started with the Chopped Salad […]
Bare Naked Bakery
November 12, 2024
For my next stop on the hunt for the best black and white cookie, I decided to try the Bare Naked Bakery in Plainview. I had my doubts since this bakery is gluten free. But we did try it nonetheless. Needless to say, this Black and White Cookie was not in the same ballpark as […]
Know Your Audience When Asking About a Restaurant
November 11, 2024
A PopUp Bagel Shop just opened in Roslyn over the weekend. I have never experienced a bagel from PopUp Bagels. It seems to have quite the buzz. They sold out on Saturday and Sunday before 12:00 noon. There must be something exciting about it. A friend of my bought them this morning. When asked, his […]