Pickles are an essential topping that pairs well with most food options. Whether you’re having it with a sandwich, burger, potato salad or even by itself — whatever the case, Long Island is the home for the best pickle place around. 2026: Long Islanders Voted Pickle Me Pete – Hicksville Best Pickle! Pickle Me Pete…
Tacos always seem to be deemed as a Mexican dish, and maybe that’s where they originated, but here in American and on Long Island we’ve certainly made them our own. Sure, you can get the basic kind: ground beef with lettuce, tomato and cheese. But the world of tacos has expanded beyond what you can…
As much as you want to avoid them (especially after that New Year’s resolution to lose those extra pounds), bakeries on Long Island are essential for supplying us with muffins, breads, cakes, cupcakes and more for special occasions — or if you just have a sweet tooth. They’re also incredibly enjoyable to visit. The smell…
The quintessential empanada is crisp, golden brown on the outside and the filling juicy, tender and decadent on the inside. Whatever your preference — the traditional beef filling, chicken, cheese or even going outside the box with a chocolate or guava filling as a dessert — empanadas are sure to be a hit with everyone…
Mussels can be made in a variety of different ways, but they’re good no matter what. And not only that — they’re fun to eat too. Pretty much every seafood restaurant on Long Island serves up this shellfish as an entree, so it’s hard to choose which one does it best. But Long Islanders did,…
2026: Long Islanders Voted Bliss Pastries Best Cookies! Bliss Pastries 8 Wedgewood Drive, Dix Hills (917) 972-0377 – blisspastries.com Bliss Pastries in Dix Hills is a beloved artisanal bakery that has won Best Cookies on Long Island for the third year in a row, delighting locals with gluten‑free treats that taste just as indulgent as…
Fresh, flavorful, and fully customizable, poke bowls have quickly become a favorite for those craving a healthy yet satisfying meal. Originating in Hawaii, poke bowls feature diced raw fish—often tuna or salmon—served over rice and topped with an array of fresh ingredients like avocado, seaweed, and spicy mayo. Long Island’s vibrant food scene offers plenty…
There’s nothing better than grandma’s homemade pasta sauce. That’s a given. But the next best thing is jarred pasta sauce made fresh on Long Island. Whether it’s pureed tomatoes with some spices and parmesan mixed in, or a creamy vodka or Alfredo sauce, the concoction is crucial to any pasta dish. So if grandma doesn’t…
Rich, creamy, and packed with the sweet flavor of fresh lobster, lobster bisque is the ultimate seafood indulgence. This velvety soup is a luxurious blend of lobster meat, butter, cream, and aromatic herbs, creating a dish that’s both comforting and elegant. Long Island’s coastal waters make it the perfect place to enjoy this seafood classic.…
You’ve heard it before, but we’ll say it again: breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Even if you’re going to sit in traffic on the Long Island Expressway for an hour on your way to work, you still need to eat when you get up so that you’re energized (and satisfied) before…