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New Eatery Celebrates Grand Opening In Yonkers: 'Fast, Fresh, Friendly'
A new eatery in Westchester that offers a host of organic salads, smoothies, and wraps is already off to a great start.
Beyond Greens and Grains, located in Yonkers at 798 Yonkers Ave., held a grand opening celebration on Monday, Nov. 13, Yonkers city officials announced.
The eatery, which soft-launched in August, is a perfect stop for those craving a healthy meal, snack, or drink to fuel them for the day. Menu items include acai bowls, chef-designed quinoa bowls, wraps, and sandwiches.
Additionally, the eatery makes fresh juices such as Immunity Juice which includes carr…
Organic Cafe Heads To Dedham, Promises An 'Urban Oasis'
Dedham diners will soon have a healthful option for every meal of the day at one convenient location.
Life Alive Organic Cafe, an eatery that offers a chef-inspired, plant-forward menu, will open its tenth Massachusetts location in Dedham at 220 Legacy Place this fall, according to a release from the company.
“The Life Alive team is pleased to have the opportunity to serve the vibrant communities that surround Dedham, Massachusetts,” said Bryan Timko, CEO of Life Alive. "With each new cafe, we hope to further drive the conversation around positive eating, and make it easier for our guests…
Ridgefield Cafe Praised For 'Excellent, Satisfying' Food
A cafe in Fairfield County perfect for those with specialized diets is receiving a warm reception from visitors.
Botanika Cafe, which opened around March 2022 and is located in Ridgefield at 424 Main St., only serves plant-based organic food made with vegan and gluten-free ingredients.
Popular vegan dishes served by the eatery, which serves breakfast and lunch, include buffalo cauliflower wraps, buckwheat pancakes, crepes, Budha bowls, and pesto avocado toast.
All of the food is made from in-house ingredients, according to the restaurant.
"Our passion is providing genuine foods of su…
New Whole Foods Opens On Long Island
A new Whole Foods Market has opened on Long Island.
The 57,000-square-foot store is in Garden City, located at 867 E. Gate Blvd, and is open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. each day.
Its first day of business was Thursday, Nov. 5.
It's the fifth Whole Foods Long Island location, with the others in Commack, Jericho, Lake Grove, and Manhasset.
According to a press release by Whole Foods, special features of the new Garden City store include:
Coffee bar featuring on-tap nitro cold brew and rotating tea flavors. Seasonal offerings for fall include pumpkin spice lattes, golden harvest lattes and…
New Restaurant Opening In Fairfield County
A health food restaurant with locations on Long Island and in Virginia is spreading its organic dishes and motto, "Eat Happy, Spread Love," to its first Connecticut location in Fairfield County.
Organic Krush, which is set to open on Nov. 2 on 374 Post Road E, only uses organic ingredients free of GMOs, hormones and pesticides, and boasts a litany of gluten-free, vegan and paleo options on its menu.
It also has a special all-vegan menu.
Among its offerings are cold-pressed immune-boosting juices, wellness shots, creative smoothies, acai bowls, "krush your own" bowls and all-day …
Tequila Escape Kitchen + Cocktail Bar Opens In Ridgefield Bringing Food And Nightlife
"We danced until 3 o'clock," said one of the owners of Tequila Escape Kitchen + Cocktail Bar, which opened with a party on Thursday, May 2 at 439 Main St. in Ridgefield.
"The interior is fantastic, exciting and bold," said guest Kim Bova, the executive director of Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce.
The opening drew a full house, said Steven Kakavelis, an owner along with Paul Nicovic and Angel Pena-Ferna. All three live in Ridgefield.
The restaurant, located in the CVS Plaza, is in a ripe downtown location for dinner and nightlife.
"We try to be a fun place. Come with your family. Come…
Is Juicing Really Good For You? Westchester Experts Weigh In
To juice or not to juice?
In many cases, come January when thoughts turn to new resolutions, many folks consider a juice cleanse.
Or, they do juices as a meal replacement.
So, what's the best approach?
Either can work, say experts, provided you pay attention to labels (for pre-bought juices) and ingredients (for your own juices). Sometimes, juices can have too much fruit or too many refined sugars. Making sure you're getting enough protein is also key.
Susan Blum, MD, MPH, Founder and Director of the Blum Center for Health in Rye Brook (as well as the co-founder of Organic Pharmer in Ry…
