Zeina

While it's been four years since Zeina's breakout EP Odd One Out was released, fans have been treated to a handful of singles since the release. "Teach" marks the 9th single and serves as a continuation of a new artistic direction for the singer. "Teach" takes note from its moody...

Fast-casual and super-fresh Mediterranean food is now available in New Hartford. Lafa Mediterranean by Zeina's is opening on Monday, March 1, in the former Five Guys/ Wing Stop location on Commercial Drive. The new restaurant will have the same large Zeina family presence as their Varick Stree location. They have also hired about 20 high school and college students to help run the second location.

There are several names that are popular in the Greater Utica-Rome area that some people battle over the pronunciation of. For example, former Congressman Anthony Brindisi's last name has taken many forms over the years and our very own Bill Keeler has even had his name mispronounced. But, one local family who happens to own a very popular Lebanese restaurant has been the source of heated battle for years.