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This 25,000-Square-Foot Connecticut Grocery Market Brings Foods From Around The World Under One Roof

Imagine walking into a grocery store and realizing your usual shopping list suddenly seems incredibly boring. There are ingredients you’ve never heard of and foods you didn’t even know existed. And you’ve barely made it past the entrance. One enormous Connecticut international grocery market brings foods from...

Connecticut · 1d
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9 Hidden Italian Markets In Connecticut You Probably Drive Right Past

Ever driven past a small grocery shop for years without giving it a second thought? Then one day you discover what’s inside and wonder how you managed to overlook it for so long. Italian markets can be especially interesting that way. Across Connecticut, lesser-known Italian markets offer traditional food...

Connecticut · 3d
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Taqueria La Grande Opens Rocky Hill Spot In Old Rita's Building

Taqueria La Grande has opened its fourth Connecticut location at 1783 Silas Deane Highway in Rocky Hill, taking over the space once occupied by Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard. The opening follows about eight and a half months of anticipation for a restaurant that first announced plans for the site back in February.

Rocky Hill, CT · 1d
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The Legendary Clam Chowder At This Shoreline Spot Is Exactly What Cold Connecticut Days Need

A grandmother once sold clam chowder off her back porch during the Great Depression. Nearly a century later, her family is still ladling it out by the shore. That chowder stand grew into a market, then a beloved restaurant, then a fish shack with a pirate skull logo. The soup on the menu today is listed simply as Hot Chowder.

West Haven, CT · 1d
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27 Meriden eateries cited for serious violations during August health inspections

Inspectors from the Meriden Health Department conducted 39 inspections in August.

Meriden, CT · 2d

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This Connecticut Deli Is Bringing Back The Simple Pleasure Of A Proper Made-To-Order Sandwich

The bread for these sandwiches comes from a bakery in the Bronx. Every single day. That’s a serious commitment to a loaf, and I respect it. The mozzarella doesn’t travel at all. It’s made right in the shop, sometimes twice a day. I can’t imagine a better...

Connecticut · 2d

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The Most Popular Thanksgiving Pie and Side Dish in Connecticut

Everyone at the Thanksgiving table arrives with an opinion. In Connecticut, you’ve probably heard the same debates every November since you were old enough to hold a fork. Pumpkin or apple? Mashed or scalloped? This year, the state’s own searches settle both questions. A new Only In Your State study of Thanksgiving pie and side […]

Connecticut · 5h

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Cheshire approves expansion of popular Viron Rondo Osteria restaurant to add a secret garden

The project, which Rondo called "the first phase of the expansion," will add about 20,000 square feet, including 17,000 square feet of outdoor gardens.

Cheshire, CT · 11h

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If You Love Old-School Supper Clubs, Six Connecticut Steakhouses Still Feel Like 6

Some dinners are about more than the food on the plate. They are about white tablecloths, a salad bar you visit twice, a waiter who knows the menu by heart, and a dining room that seems to have skipped a few decades of trends. Connecticut still has a handful of...

Connecticut · 1d

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Guilford Chef Remembered For Passion, Legacy Of Helping Others: 'She Left An Indelible Mark'

Andrea Dante spent more than 20 years turning her love of food into a career that touched lives across Connecticut's shoreline. Her loved ones hope to carry the Guilford chef's efforts even after her death with a new scholarship. Dante, the chef behind Star Gourmet by Andrea Dante, died Nov. 3…

Guilford, CT · 1d

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Cromwell's Fil's Deli announces closure after 30 years of business as owners retire

"After 30 wonderful years, we are closing November 1st," a sign read outside of the business. "Thank you for 30 years of loyalty and support."

Cromwell, CT · 2d

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From Mass. to Maine, these 6 New England pizzerias stand out

Food enthusiasts in Massachusetts and across New England have new bragging rights, as a national roundup of the country's most acclaimed pizzerias highlights several local culinary heavyweights. According to a state-by-state guide of award-winning pizza destinations published by Food & Wine, the region is home to internationally recognized pizzaiolos, century-old...

Massachusetts · 12d

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Connecticut Soup Kitchen Needs 300 to 400 More Turkeys as Holiday Donations Fall Short of Demand

A soup kitchen in eastern Connecticut is trying to find 300 to 400 turkeys in less than three weeks after its usual supply came up short. Covenant Soup Kitchen in Willimantic expects to serve 630 to 640 Thanksgiving meals and is now asking the community to fill the gap. The...

Willimantic, CT · 2d

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Parthenon Diner Offers Free Thanksgiving Meals

Branford-based veterans, senior citizens, and individuals facing food insecurity can receive a free takeout Thanksgiving meal courtesy of Branford’s Parthenon Diner. Those interested in receiving a meal must register in advance. To register for a takeout Thanksgiving dinner, residents may call the diner beginning Thursday, Nov. 12, at 203-481-0333...

Branford, CT · 2d

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Why Diners Line Up at Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana on Wooster Street in New Haven

Some people fly across the country for a concert or a ballgame. Others make the trip from Utah or Arizona for a pizza, and they do not regret it. In New Haven, Connecticut, one old pizzeria on a quiet Italian street has drawn lines out the door for about a hundred years. The wait can stretch to an hour on a busy day, yet the crowd keeps coming back.

New Haven, CT · 15h

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Hamden's Ray & Mike's Deli plans Milford location as it eyes more expansion

Hamden's Ray & Mike's Deli, 3030 Whitney Ave., a local staple known for its signature steak and cheese sandwiches, is planning to open a second location in Milford by early spring 2027. The new deli will be at 112 New Haven Ave. in Milford, according to operations manager Steve Gargiulo....

Milford, CT · 2d

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West Haven Restaurant Week returns with more restaurants and date-night deals

“I'm looking at the list and saying to myself, OK this is a wonderful date night for me and my husband,”  said Lalani Perry.

West Haven, CT · 2d

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25+ Tea Houses & Spots For Afternoon Tea in Connecticut

The weather is getting colder, and it feels like the perfect time for a cup of tea. But why go for whatever’s hiding in your kitchen drawer? Upgrade your next cup with a trip to one of Connecticut’s many tea rooms and afternoon tea experiences, where the selections are endless, and the experience goes far beyond the steep. From traditional tiered trays of finger sandwiches and scones to whimsical themed teas, historic settings, and special holiday events, there’s something for every style and age. Whether you’re hoping for a cozy afternoon escape, a new tradition with friends, or simply an excuse to sip something warm, consider this your guide to teatime across Connecticut.

Connecticut · 16h

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Southington's Koshi Sushi & Grill, known for Japanese and Korean cuisine, closes after 7 years

"Koshi became one of my absolute favorite spots to stop for a meal,” said one customer, who lives in Bristol.

Southington, CT · 12h