What is Good Here — Food Rant
July 3, 2024
I was on Facebook and I saw this Page where Restaurant Workers complain about things that bother them. One rant extremely annoyed me and it had to do with customers asking what is good here? Why does this annoy me? First off, I ask this question all the time so they are referring to me. […]
Magic Fountain — Best Ice Cream on Long Island
June 4, 2024
We were out at the wineries and stopped by the Magic Fountain in Mattituck for some dessert. We were surprised that there was a line at 6:00 pm but from conversations with other folks, they said there is always a line. A good sign. I was glad that they had the line so I could […]
Mill Creek Tavern Bayville
June 3, 2024
As a change of pace, we headed to Bayville for to check out the Mill Creek Tavern which is a charming tavern located on Long Island Sound. First off, the waiter brought out ice cold water with ice cubes. No bread, but it started off well. We ordered a salad and meatball appetizer. These appetizers […]
Coliseum Kitchen and Caterers — Good Deli with Aspirations for More
May 15, 2024
I headed over to Coliseum Kitchen and Caterers in Plainview. They definitely chose the right name since the deli could be the largest one I have been to on Long Island. They have an enormous counter that starts with salads, then proceeds to deli followed by hot food and pizza’s. Even though we were not […]
Shrinkflation is Hitting the Wine Pours at Restaurants
March 28, 2024
I was out with my wife at dinner at the Tap Room (which you may remember I thought was one of the worst meals I have had in the last decade) and she ordered a glass of chardonnay. It looked like they gave her a really small pour and when asked about it, they said […]
Will Restaurants Lower Their Credit Card Fees In Light of Visa and Mastercard Settlement
March 26, 2024
I just saw this article in which Visa and Mastercard agreed to pay $30 billion in settlement of an antitrust claim as well as agreeing to lower the fees that they charge their merchants. What this means is that restaurants will pay a lower fee every time you use your credit card to pay a […]
What is a Sandwich?
March 19, 2024
What is a Sandwich? I just had a spirited conversation with a friend on whether a hot dog or a wrap was a sandwich. We exchanged view points and videos. So with great fanfare, we are going to tackle the question of what is a sandwich. According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary, a sandwich is defined […]
The Long Island Scoop: A Summer Adventure Through 10 Top-Rated Ice Cream Parlors
March 14, 2024
The Long Island Scoop: A Summer Adventure Through 10 Top-Rated Ice Cream Parlors Long Island boasts a vibrant ice cream scene, offering a delightful selection of flavors and experiences for every sweet tooth. From classic parlors to trendy shops, here’s a guide to the top ice cream parlors on Long Island, based on a combination […]