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New lakeshore restaurant opens in Onondaga County suburb

Cicero, N.Y. - A new restaurant is now open in the renovated clubhouse at Lakeshore Yacht & Country Club in Cicero. Two of the partners behind Inka’s and Margarita Mexican Cantina’s restaurants in Syracuse are behind the new Azura restaurant. Partnering with them are Andrew McDermott and Sebastian Ramirez, who manage day-to-day operations.

Cicero, NY · 22h
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Big Fellas opens second location in Cicero that’s just as good as the original (Dining Out Review)

Cicero, N.Y. — What happens when you squeeze two restaurants into a former Chinese takeout spot? It’s loud, a little chaotic, and tremendously delicious. Big Fellas and Poundtown Burger Bar, the combination restaurant that opened in downtown Syracuse in January 2025, opened a second location in the home of the former Great Wall in the Aldi Plaza in Cicero in August.

Cicero, NY · 3d
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Syracuse’s Harborview Aquarium tanks fill with life weeks before opening

The Crouse Health Harborview Aquarium had a “lights, camera, action” moment Monday as county officials showed off several completed and occupied tanks, and said the new facility is weeks from opening. County Executive Ryan McMahon led the tour of local media through the aquarium in the Inner Harbor,...

Syracuse, NY · 6d
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Trader Joe's plans 2 new New York stores. See where they're going

Two new Trader Joe's stores are planned for New York, expanding the popular grocery chain's presence in the state. The California-based retailer announced plans this summer to open new locations in the Syracuse area and Yonkers as part of its latest nationwide expansion. The plans add to the company's growth in New York, which includes a Long Island store that opened earlier this year. The expansion comes as Trader Joe's continues to draw shoppers with its private-label products and competitively priced groceries. Where are the new Trader Joe's stores? According to Trader Joe's, the two planned stores will be located at: Camillus: 3515 W. Genesee St., in the Syracuse area. Yonkers: 2482 Central Park Ave. The Camillus store, located just west of Syracuse in Onondaga County, will be about 9,000 square feet and become the area's second Trader Joe's. The existing Syracuse-area store is at 3422 Erie Blvd. E. in DeWitt. The Yonkers location will cover about 10,000 square feet. When will the new Trader Joe's stores open? Trader Joe's has not announced opening dates for either New York location. Spokeswoman Nakia Rohde said new stores typically open within three to six months of being announced. Based on that timeline,

Syracuse, NY · 3d

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Turning Stone casinos no longer cash-only after cybersecurity scare

A few days after a cybersecurity scare prompted Turning Stone Enterprises to go cash-only, the casino company's ATMs and credit card services are back online for buying food and drinks.

Syracuse, NY · 3d

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First look inside Onondaga County’s new Harborview Aquarium ahead of opening day

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Fish are already swimming inside Onondaga County’s long-awaited new aquarium at Syracuse’s Inner Harbor, where county leaders say the Crouse Health Harborview Aquarium is set to open in the next few weeks. Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon and project leaders toured the facility wearing...

Onondaga County, NY · 6d

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Original Twin Trees Restaurant in Syracuse to close after nearly 70 years

Syracuse, N.Y. — For nearly 70 years, the original Twin Trees Restaurant has served generations of Syracuse families the same pizza, made with the same recipes and cut into the same familiar strips. On Sunday, the West Side institution will serve its last pizza. Twin Trees, at 1100 Avery...

Syracuse, NY · 1d

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A Syracuse bakery has a new owner after 118 years, but the bread recipe isn’t changing

Syracuse, N.Y. — The new owner of Di Lauro’s Bakery knows the first question customers will ask. He grew up eating the bread, too. No, he’s not changing it. After 118 years in the Di Lauro family, the North Side bakery has been sold to Anthony Mondello, a former corporate retail manager whose family made Sunday stops here for bread, pizza and delunas.

Syracuse, NY · 12d

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We Ranked The 10 Best Eastern European Restaurants In New York And Here Are The Results

One of the best plates of pierogi in New York comes out of a former church. I did not see that coming, and honestly, it feels a little perfect for food this comforting. Eastern European cooking has always felt a little sacred to me, like a family ritual. Recipes like these crossed oceans in someone’s memory, and they still taste like home to the families who carried them.

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Restaurant inspections: Violations at Mojitos Cantina II, Coppertop, Starbucks

Here are the food service inspections reported by the Onondaga County Health Department from Oct. 18 to Oct. 24:. Critical violations: Four flats of raw whole shell eggs stored above shredded lettuce in walk in cooler. Correction-eggs moved to raw meat shelving. One can of flying insect killer stored near...

Syracuse, NY · 2d

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These 8 Cozy Secondhand Bookstores In New York Are Absolutely Worth The Trip

Ready to explore the coziest secondhand bookstores in New York?. These 8 bookstores offer amazing selections, warm atmospheres, and shelves full of wonderful reads waiting to be discovered!. 1. BOOKOFF New York Store (New York) Some secondhand bookstores feel a little dusty and overwhelming, but BOOKOFF in Midtown Manhattan is...

New York, NY · 5d

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Brandon's Bites: Nice Biscuit's warm, homemade meals

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Happiness, at least for some Syracuse diners, starts with a biscuit. At Nice Biscuit in Syracuse, customers are lining up for homemade Southern-style buttermilk biscuits made fresh from scratch daily. The shop’s biscuits have helped make Nice Biscuit a popular stop for people looking for a warm, made-from-scratch meal. CNY Central's Brandon Roth visited Nice Biscuit to take a closer look at what’s driving the restaurant’s popularity.

Syracuse, NY · 3d

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Syracuse Sandwiches: I skipped the award-winning burgers for a taste of Thanksgiving

(We all have our go-to order. This series is about shaking that up. Each week, I spotlight one sandwich at a Central New York restaurant worth trying and explain why it ended up on my plate. Got a suggestion? Text me at 315-382-1984. Don’t be surprised if I ask you to join me.)

Syracuse, NY · 2d

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House of the Week: Running his own Skaneateles bed and breakfast ‘feeds’ the soul of its owner

SKANEATELES, N.Y. – There are moments that Clark Maher treasures about operating his own Skaneateles bed and breakfast. “I love it when I come down the stairs and people are reading or working remotely in a chair they find appealing,” he said this week. “During breakfast, I serve four to six people, and everyone is polite and comfortable. It is an opportunity to engage with people.”

Skaneateles, NY · 3d

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From tire shop to Syracuse dining landmark: Dinosaur Bar-B-Que building turns 100

There’s a story behind every Syracuse building. This is one of them. Some Syracuse places do not need a street number or name. A single word lets you know where to go. If someone told you to “meet them at the Dinosaur” any proper 315-er would know they’re talking about the famous barbecue joint at 246 West Willow St. Since its opening in 1988, it has become the most (choose your favorite over-used adjective here) beloved, iconic or legendary food spot in the city.

Syracuse, NY · 2d

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What's on the Menu? Chicken Thigh Egg Foo Young

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — In this week's, "What's on the Menu?", segment on Weekend Today in Central York, viewers learn how to make Chicken Thigh Egg Foo Young. Watch the clip above for step-by-step instructions. Matt Read will appear on NBC3 Sunday mornings at 7 a.m. and 9 a.m.!. Recipe:

Syracuse, NY · 20h

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12 Diners Across America Known For Their Specialty Eggs

Discover American diners serving standout egg dishes, from Syracuse frittatas and St. Louis Slingers to Texas breakfast tacos. Explore regional specialties and classic breakfast favorites at iconic eateries across the country.

Syracuse, NY · 4d

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Each Of These Five New York Italian Restaurants Is Still A Family Business After More Than 5 Years

Some Italian restaurants come and go, but a few New York spots have stayed in the same family hands for decades. From the Capital Region to Buffalo, Rochester, Utica, and Syracuse, these dining rooms still serve the red sauce, pasta, and veal dishes that built their reputations. Each one has...

Buffalo, NY · 1d