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It’s Pumpkin Season!
By Nancy Vallarella
When the leaves turn and the air gets crisp, it’s officially pumpkin season on Long Island! While many pumpkins end up as decor or livestock feed, some varieties like the Long Island...
Civil War Day at the Islip Grange
Last weekend played host to the Town of Islip’s Civil War weekend, full of battle reenactments, live workshops with members of the Town History department, and education on life during the bloodiest war in...
Cucuzza – A Taste of Sicily on Long Island!
By Nancy Vallarella
Move over zucchini, there's a new squash in town! Meet cucuzza, the long and winding gourd that’s making waves, especially among Italian Americans. Known by many names, cucuzza also goes by Cuccuzzi,...
Eleazer’s Soul Food Is on Its Way to Mastic
Eleazer’s in North Bellport is the epitome of a mom-and-pop business. When I pulled into the parking lot, Jerome Eleazer’s uncle was outside sweeping the sidewalk. His sister was carrying a huge bag of...
Cole Swindell Rocks the Stage with Opening Act Ashley Cooke at Catholic Health Amphitheater...
The Catholic Health Amphitheater at Bald Hill was buzzing with excitement on Saturday night as country music fans gathered for a spectacular evening of live music, good food, and fun under the stars. Headlined...
Watermelon – The Juicy Star of Summer
By Nancy Vallarella
Ah, Labor Day weekend—the final curtain call for summer! It’s the time when we honor the hard-working spirit of America by indulging in BBQs, beach days, and, of course, the ultimate summer...
Uncovering the Hidden Charm of the Southern Tomato Sandwich
By Nancy VallarellaPhoto credit - Nancy Vallarella
Imagine a summer day in the South, where the air is thick with heat, the cicadas are serenading, and the kitchen is bustling with the creation of a...
Patchogue’s ‘Alive After 5’ Continues to Thrill Thousands from Across LI
Photo credit - Greater Patchogue Chamber of Commerce
Patchogue’s bustling Main Street once again came alive with the vibrant energy of “Alive After,” a beloved community event that has become a staple of Long Island...
COURGETTE: The vegetable formally known as Zucchini and Summer Squash
By Nancy Vallarella
Summer is the season of the courgette! You might know it better as zucchini or summer squash. This versatile vegetable is everywhere right now, bursting from garden beds and filling produce stands...
Long Island Locavore – Pickle Perfection: Choosing the Right Cucumbers and Techniques for Homemade...
By Nancy Vallarella
Fermented foods are all the rage for promoting gut health.Most of the pickles found in the grocery store are not fermented. They are made using vinegar brine. Vinegar, combined with water, salt,...
Long Island Locavore: Garlic Scapes 101
By Nancy Vallarella
Photo credit: Nancy Vallarella
Years ago, I stood in the St. James Market admiring garlic scapes. Intrigued by this garlic bulb byproduct, a woman asked me, “What do you do with those?” My...
Long Island Locavore: Everybody Loves Carrots!
By Nancy Vallarella
Carrot enthusiasts on Long Island, get ready to hop with joy! The local carrot growing season is in full swing from June through November, and it’s time to embrace the rainbow of...
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