Morris County Cookbook Author Opens Italian Restaurant Morris County Cookbook Author Opens Italian Restaurant
Morris County Cookbook Author Opens Italian Restaurant A Morris County cookbook author and caterer has embarked on a new culinary endeavor with the launch of her new Italian restaurant. Dana Ferraro Ilic opened Ferraro’s Italian Food Specialties in her hometown of Parsippany on Tuesday. Ilic, 49, has more than 25 years of culinary experience, from baking and catering to hosting dinner parties and cooking classes. She has even published her own cookbook, “’You Call It Sauce, I Call It Gravy’: My East Coast Italian-American Family's Tried & True Recipes,” in 2018. “I do it all!” Ilic told Daily Voice. Ferraro’s, located at 166 Halsey Rd.,…
Restaurant Hostess Brings Charcuterie Board Shop PlatedByD To Bergen County Restaurant Hostess Brings Charcuterie Board Shop PlatedByD To Bergen County
Restaurant Hostess Brings Charcuterie Board Shop PlatedByD To Bergen County A Bergen County native with a knack for entertaining is bringing a handmade charcuterie board shop to the area. Dylan Elias, 23, will open PlatedByD, on Main Street in Lodi come Nov. 1. The company specializes in handmade charcuterie boards with artisan meats, cheeses, fruits and more. PlatedByD launched in March during the early stages of the pandemic.  Though many people advised Elias against going forward with an opening, she had already started gaining momentum -- and there was no stopping her. “I know it’s been a crazy time and everyone was thinking, ‘This is such a bad time to star…
Health Food, Shoes, And Fiber Manufacturing Are Among July's New Bristol Businesses Health Food, Shoes, And Fiber Manufacturing Are Among July's New Bristol Businesses
Health Food, Shoes, And Fiber Manufacturing Are Among July's New Bristol Businesses A health food store, a shoe shop, a food truck, and a synthetic manufacturer are among the entities that registered to do business in Bristol in July. The following is a list of some of the new businesses coming to Bristol, according to the most recent information from the state: Berserker Group, artificial and synthetic fibers, and filaments manufacturing, 1235 Farmington Ave Env LLC, health food and supplements store, 1235 Farmington Ave. Kickass Kicks, shoe store, 5 Franklin St. Mean Street Eats, mobile food service, 410 Emmett St. Mike’s Cutz, barbershop, 294 Middle St. Perfect Pre…
'Bittersweet': Callahan's In Norwood Closes 'Bittersweet': Callahan's In Norwood Closes
'Bittersweet': Callahan's In Norwood Closes After five years in Norwood, Callahan's is closing. The eatery opened in 2015 by Dan DeMiglio, whose grandfather Leonard “Artie” Castranni ran the original Callahan's hot dog establishment in Fort Lee. The Broad Street restaurant -- with three food trucks -- has been featured on Food Network, the Travel Channel and other online platforms, and won countless awards. Its Reese’s Peanut Butter & Candied Bacon hot dog was rated No. 2 in America by BravoTV as one of the most out of this world toppings. Its Stuffed Truffle Gouda Mac n’ Cheese Ball Burger was reviewed (highly) by sev…
Owner Of New Lyndhurst Eatery 'Mr. Geez' Started At Meadowlands Sports Complex 40 Years Ago Owner Of New Lyndhurst Eatery 'Mr. Geez' Started At Meadowlands Sports Complex 40 Years Ago
Owner Of New Lyndhurst Eatery 'Mr. Geez' Started At Meadowlands Sports Complex 40 Years Ago Mr. Geez -- a family-run restaurant -- recently opened in Lyndhurst. The Schuyler Avenue joint was launched in the fall by Steve Goodman, also known as "Mr. G," who helms the operation with help from his wife, Debbie, and son, Michael. Everything is made from scratch at Mr. Geez, including breakfast platters (pancakes, omelets, waffles, French toast, muffins), paninis, soups, gourmet burgers, and more -- click here for the menu. With nearly four decades in the hospitality business, Goodman got his start at the Meadowlands Sports Complex, where he spent 15 years overseeing concessions, cat…
Pizzeria Turned Afghan Eatery Kebab House Has Become Big Hit In Hicksville Pizzeria Turned Afghan Eatery Kebab House Has Become Big Hit In Hicksville
Pizzeria Turned Afghan Eatery Kebab House Has Become Big Hit In Hicksville If you’re looking for a unique yet upscale dining experience that includes traditional Afghan cuisine, Kebab House is among the most authentic options in Hicksville. Located at 526 South Broadway, Kebab House is known for its freshly prepared staples of Afghan cuisine such as Basmati rice, chicken and beef samosa, lamb chops and of course, a wide array of chicken, lamb, beef and fish kebabs. The restaurant also offers plenty of vegetarian options as well as classic American fare like burgers, hot wings, chicken tenders and mozzarella sticks. Kebab House makes it easy to order for several p…
Popular National Chicken Chain's First NY Restaurant Will Be On Long Island Popular National Chicken Chain's First NY Restaurant Will Be On Long Island
Popular National Chicken Chain's First NY Restaurant Will Be On Long Island The popular chicken chain PDQ is coming to Long Island. PDQ, which stands for People Dedicated to Quality, will open its first New York restaurant on Sunday, July 21 in Farmingdale. The menu features hand-breaded chicken tenders, signature homemade sauces and dressings, and made-to-order sandwiches like the Honey Butter and Cali Club. There are also hand-spun milkshakes and salads. The menu is chef-driven with "mindful ingredients" but with the convenience of a fast-food restaurant, according to the company. Restauranteurs Dean Poll and Thomas J. Fanning, Sr. own the Farmingdale restauran…
Best Delis In Bergen County, According To Yelp Best Delis In Bergen County, According To Yelp
Best Delis In Bergen County, According To Yelp Friendly owners. Fresh bread. And no skimping on the cold cuts. All of the highest-rated delis on Yelp share these commonalities. Here are some of Bergen County's best delis, according to Yelp. A Family Affair, Fair Lawn: "Authentic prosciutto, mozzarella, cherry peppers, and all the good stuff. Fantastic value and definitely worth the trip out here." Cosmo's Salumeria, Hackensack: "These people are sandwich clerics of the highest order. The meats and mozzarella are are excellent. The bread is a great balance of crusty and soft. Most importantly, the ingredient ratios are perfectly bala…
These Are Five Delis You'll Want To Drop By In Suffolk County These Are Five Delis You'll Want To Drop By In Suffolk County
These Are Five Delis You'll Want To Drop By In Suffolk County You can't beat a Long Island deli where long lines move quickly in expert hands of friendly counter servers. They all seem to have a flair for engaging conversation while loading fresh bread with cold cuts, chicken cutlets, meatballs, eggplant parmesan or whatever your hungry self desires. Here are five Suffolk County delis to drop by. Mac's Countryside Deli & Catering, 61 Half Mile Road, Middle Island: The about section on the store's website says, "Grandma had a special gift. Everything she touched became a delicacy. I add my own modern twist to her old world recipes." Owner Anthony …
These Are Five Delis You'll Want To Drop By In Fairfield County These Are Five Delis You'll Want To Drop By In Fairfield County
These Are Five Delis You'll Want To Drop By In Fairfield County When your appetite calls for a custom sandwich carefully layered with wafer-thin cold cuts, meatballs, chicken parmesan and an endless array of hearty options, here are five delis to try in Fairfield County.  Giacomo's Italian Deli, 1100 Hope St., Stamford: An Italian deli with in-house seating, hot and cold specialty dishes and of course, customized heroes. They offer free delivery. Alex Delmar of Stamford told Daily Voice some items she orders here. "They have a good hot buffet that I have packed up and saved for dinner, sausage and peppers, chicken scarpariello" and for dinner…
'Struggling' Basile's Pizza To Close Wood-Ridge Shop 'Struggling' Basile's Pizza To Close Wood-Ridge Shop
'Struggling' Basile's Pizza To Close Wood-Ridge Shop Basile's Pizza will be closing up shop in Wood-Ridge after 11 years. The Valley Boulevard pizzeria made the announcement last week on Facebook, saying catering only will be offered as of June 10. "It’s killing me that I just had to tell my employees about this," Sam Lazzaro said. "I’ve been struggling for a long time. "We are so heartbroken."
Iconic Zorn's Of Bethpage Closed For Several Days During Move To New Location Iconic Zorn's Of Bethpage Closed For Several Days During Move To New Location
Iconic Zorn's Of Bethpage Closed For Several Days During Move To New Location Popular food takeout and catering business Zorn's of Bethpage is closed for the first time in its 80-plus year history.  The store will not be serving customers for several days Friday, May 3 through the weekend because it is relocating to a new, smaller building on the same property right next store at 4321 Hempstead Turnpike. Construction is complete for the new Zorn’s of Bethpage store and will be open in time to fill Mother's Day orders, said the company's announcement. Zorn's known for its rotisseries and southern fried chicken, turkey, ribs and more had over 100 comments ab…