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Middlesex MA
Lifestyle
New Restaurant Heads To Watertown, Replacing 'Old School' Watertown Dive New Restaurant Heads To Watertown, Replacing 'Old School' Watertown Dive
New Restaurant Heads To Watertown, Replacing 'Old School' Watertown Dive Watertown's next eatery is hiring staff to prepare to serve the community.  Olespana Whiskey & Tap(as) promises authentic Spanish cuisine and a "unique" style bar in a location near Arsenal Mall in Watertown, according to a LinkedIn hiring post.  The restaurant will be housed in the former Mt. Auburn Grill space, according to Boston Restaurant Talk.  Mt. Auburn was an "old school" spot with dive bar energy, according to multiple Yelp reviews.  The new Spanish restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner. 

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by Morgan Gonzales
Eastchester
Business
New 'Very Welcoming' Restaurant Already Doing Well In Tuckahoe, Visitors Say New 'Very Welcoming' Restaurant Already Doing Well In Tuckahoe, Visitors Say
New 'Very Welcoming' Restaurant Already Doing Well In Tuckahoe, Visitors Say If you're looking for a taste of Spanish cuisine served by a place named after a popular flamenco dance style, a new restaurant in Westchester may just be the spot for you.  Buleria Tapas & Wine Bar, located in Tuckahoe at 106 Main St., opened its doors to visitors in January 2023 and is already receiving praise for its unique atmosphere, delicious Spanish-inspired menu items, and tasty dessert options.  The eatery offers a menu full of regional dishes inspired by the Spanish city of Seville, such as hot and cold tapas, paellas, salads, and soups.  Hot tapas are a delight to enjoy…

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by Ben Crnic
Suffolk MA
Business
Michelin Star Chef Bringing DC Spanish Seafood Restaurant To Boston Michelin Star Chef Bringing DC Spanish Seafood Restaurant To Boston
Michelin Star Chef Bringing DC Spanish Seafood Restaurant To Boston A Michelin Star chef with several restaurants in the Washington DC area is expanding his food empire to the Northeast later this year. Fabio Trabocchi is opening a second location of his Spanish style restaurant Del Mar in Eastern Massachusetts in fall 2023, according to the chef's website.  Located along the water of The District Wharf in DC, Del Mar "celebrates the culture and coastal cuisine of Spain" with signature dishes like Tapas, Catalan-Style Charcoal Grilled Entrees and Paella. The two-story outdoor space also serves the top-notch Spanish wine and cocktails.  …

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by David Cifarelli
Tarrytown-SleepyHollow
Lifestyle
Popular Piermont Restaurant's New Tarrytown Location Off To Strong Start Popular Piermont Restaurant's New Tarrytown Location Off To Strong Start
Popular Piermont Restaurant's New Tarrytown Location Off To Strong Start For those looking for something different to try for dinner, check out the new tapas bar in Westchester that is quickly becoming a fan of foodies and racking up five-star reviews online. The Basque Tapas Bar in Tarrytown is just the spot to visit with friends and load on an assortment of small plates to share as you enjoy the quality ingredients the restaurant is known for. The new restaurant is the sister to Basque in Piermont across the river in Rockland County. The Tarrytown location is every bit as good and offers the same Spanish flavors with a flair, according to online reviewers. "H…

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by Kathy Reakes
Hartford
Lifestyle
Landmark Restaurant Space To Reopen As New Eatery In West Hartford Landmark Restaurant Space To Reopen As New Eatery In West Hartford
Landmark Restaurant Space To Reopen As New Eatery In West Hartford A landmark restaurant space in downtown West Hartford may soon be serving food once again with a new owner and chef. Earlier this month, Berlin D. Pineda, of West Hartford’s Caribe Restaurant on Park Street, filed an application for a restaurant liquor permit at 345 Prospect Ave. in West Hartford. The application filed with the Department of Consumer Protection notes that acoustic bands will perform there. The restaurant space on the Hartford/West Hartford border was home to Prospect, a “scratch” kitchen and gastropub that closed in September due to the economic impact of COVID-19. Bef…

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by Kristin Palpini
Fort Lee
Business
Meson Madrid In Palisades Park Temporarily Closed, Reopening Planned On Yelp Page Meson Madrid In Palisades Park Temporarily Closed, Reopening Planned On Yelp Page
Meson Madrid In Palisades Park Temporarily Closed, Reopening Planned On Yelp Page Popular Spanish restaurant Meson Madrid in Palisades Park has temporarily shuttered. But don't worry -- according to its Yelp page, the Bergen Boulevard locale will open May 3. Meson Madrid, which opened more than a decade ago, is known for its authentic Spanish cuisine and generous serving sizes. No word on whether the location will reopen under new or original ownership. For more on Meson Madrid, visit the website.

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by Valerie Musson
Suffolk NY
Lifestyle
Cafe Havana Has Mix Of Cuban, American Cuisine In Smithtown Cafe Havana Has Mix Of Cuban, American Cuisine In Smithtown
Cafe Havana Has Mix Of Cuban, American Cuisine In Smithtown Cafe Havana is exactly what is sounds like - a large but cozy “tropical getaway” offering Caribbean-style food and drinks in the heart of Smithtown. Located at 944 W. Jericho Turnpike, Cafe Havana has a menu inspired by authentic Puerto Rican, and Spanish flavors. “With the palm trees surrounding you and the wide variety of food to choose from, you will feel like you have been transported to a tropical island…Once you get transported to the Caribbean you will never want to leave,” reads the restaurant’s website. Cafe Havana’s menu consists of bold flavors and dishes straight from the Carib…

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by Valerie Musson
Suffolk NY
Business
Popular Mexican/Spanish Main Street Mainstay In Babylon Closing After 30 Years In Business Popular Mexican/Spanish Main Street Mainstay In Babylon Closing After 30 Years In Business
Popular Mexican/Spanish Main Street Mainstay In Babylon Closing After 30 Years In Business A Long Island staple of three decades has served its last meal. Don Ricardo’s in Babylon closed its doors for the last time on Thursday, June 13, as the owners ride off into the sunset and retirement. On their last day, there was reportedly waits of upwards of two hours outside the popular Mexican/Spanish spot and a line out the door and spiraling down the sidewalk of patrons looking to get in one final meal at Don Ricardo’s. “It's so hard to say good-bye...and after 30 years, this evening will be the last dinner served at Don Ricardo's Restaurant on E. Main Street,” officials in Babylon p…

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by Zak Failla
Mount Pleasant
Lifestyle
Donjito Fusion Kitchen Opens In Westchester Donjito Fusion Kitchen Opens In Westchester
Donjito Fusion Kitchen Opens In Westchester The newly opened Donjito Fusion Kitchen brings a Latino vibe to the Westchester dining scene serving Spanish, Mexican and South American dishes at 122 Mamaroneck Ave. in Mamaroneck. "The food is Latin fusion, heavy on the seafood including such staples as paella, mixed seafood salad, short rib empanadas, gourmet fish tacos, Gambas a lJillo, seafood scampi bake, mofongo, bistec enCebollado, yucca fries, and sweet plantains," Owner Jackfry Rosado explains. Donjitos grand opening is set for Friday, May 31.  Executive Chef Luis Casenas rounds out the team at Donjito whose look i…

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by Donna Christopher
Danbury
Lifestyle
These Fairfield County Restaurants Rated As Best Latin American/Spanish In CT These Fairfield County Restaurants Rated As Best Latin American/Spanish In CT
These Fairfield County Restaurants Rated As Best Latin American/Spanish In CT Connecticut Magazine has released a list of the state’s best eateries per restaurant type based on the culinary expertise of a panel of professionals.  Two Fairfield County locales were rated among the best Latin American/Spanish cuisine in all the state. Here are the restaurants that made the cut: Brasitas, Norwalk: Open seven days a week, Brasitas originated in Stamford in 1999 and expanded to the Norwalk area (430 Main Avenue) in 2007. The restaurant offers an extensive lunch and dinner menu that’s chock full of traditional and savory options like chorizo, empanadas, flatbreads, st…

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by Valerie Musson
Wilton
Lifestyle
Popular Fairfield County Eatery Debuts With New Locale In Northern Westchester Popular Fairfield County Eatery Debuts With New Locale In Northern Westchester
Popular Fairfield County Eatery Debuts With New Locale In Northern Westchester Ibiza Tapas, one of Danbury’s most popular eateries, has a new locale - Ibiza Kitchen in Chappaqua. Located at 76 King St., Ibiza Kitchen opened in mid-December and mimics the offerings at its Danbury locale. Executive Chef Ignacio Blanco has been serving up Spanish cuisine for two decades and aims to bring a modern twist to some classic dishes. Ibiza Kitchen’s menu features Spanish classics such as: Txangurro: A dish made with Maryland blue crab, avocado, red onions, bell peppers and Romesco alioli Costillitas: Slow cooked baby back ribs served with broccoli rabe, chorizo, potato puree …

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by Valerie Musson
Bridgeport
Schools
Two College Professors Have Open Minds And Closed Books Two College Professors Have Open Minds And Closed Books
Two College Professors Have Open Minds And Closed Books BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- At Housatonic Community College, two professors are bringing their unique perspectives to the classroom. Both have found ways to teach their students in a fun, engaging way, not often found in college courses.   Professor Josephine Milano, who teaches Elementary Spanish, explores the Spanish language while introducing students to the rich history and culture of Spain. As an HCC professor for over 20 years, Milano says students need only to bring themselves and an empty stomach to class. “It’s probably my favorite part,” said Milano. “Food is one of the few things we all …

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