FOOD & DRINK
First ever pet-friendly homeless shelter opens in the Bronx
NEW YORK – New York City has opened its first-ever pet-friendly homeless shelter. For the first time, residents living in a New York City shelter won't have to leave their beloved pets behind. The Uplift Families Residence in the Bronx has 161 units that can house approximately 587 people. During the pilot program, which is run by the city's Department of Homeless Services and the Urban Resource Institute (URI) in conjunction with Pets and Animals Living Safely (PALS), five-apartment-style family units will be in use, with the hope of expanding to more. "We understood from talking to survivors that they had pets....
Allerton: “Extremely Hungry” and “Dehydrated” Pitbull Abandoned on Bronx Park East
Around two and a half weeks after cat rescue group Little Wanderers NYC shared allegations of organized pitbull fighting taking place at certain locations around The Bronx, which the Bronx District Attorney has confirmed are under investigation by her office, an “extremely hungry” and “dehydrated” pitbull was found abandoned on Saturday, May 4, in the Allerton section of the borough.
Update: Celebrity Chef Guy Fieri Stops At Westchester Stew Leonard's
During an appearance at a Stew Leonard's in Westchester, iconic celebrity chef Guy Fieri gave a shoutout to first responders while holding a bottle signing event. The special Cinco De Mayo bottle signing event was held on Sunday, May 5 at Stew Leonard's Wines & Spirits of Yonkers at&n…
Joan Osborne Joins All-Star Band Appearing at Sleepy Hollow Music Fest
Multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated vocalist Joan Osborne, one of the most sought-after performers in American roots music, is joining the Nightingale All-Stars for their performance at the Sleepy Hollow Music Festival on June 8. Osborne will take the stage with two old friends: Blues Traveler frontman John Popper, and guitarist/songwriter/producer Jono Manson.
Stays Offered At X-Mansion Airbnb In New Castle
The 4-bed, 5-bath mansion, located in New Castle, is part of Airbnb's "icons" series, which consists of locales inspired by music, films, television shows, art, sports, and more, according to the company. The company's X-Mansion is inspired by the animated Disney+ show "X-Men '97" and features show-inspired interior design and...
This Stuffed Squid Recipe Is a Must for Seafood Lovers in Westchester
Sharing recipes is time-honored tradition for many families who pass culinary records down through the generations. That practice is especially true for families who stay in the food business. Third-generation lobster fisherman Anthony DiMeglio, proprietor of Dobbs Ferry Lobster Guys, turns to his father when it comes to old-world recipes....
Scalp massages to private chefs: Lower Hudson Valley ideas for Mother's Day
As much as moms love brunch — I'm personally a big fan of shakshuka and mimosas — there are alternatives, some with food and some without, that are sure to make her just as happy, everything from wine created in a mother's memory to a scalp massage and an easy overnight getaway.
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