Health and Lifestyle
New Twists on Butternut Squash Soup
By Nancy Vallarella
Butternut squash is a fall staple, gracing autumn menus with its sweet, nutty flavor and vibrant color. It’s easy to grow, lasts up to three months when stored properly, and packs a...
Anthony’s Red Shoe FUNd Run: Benefiting the Ronald McDonald House
By Ashley PavlakisPhoto credit - Stony Brook Medicine
The first annual Anthony’s Red Shoe FUNd Run took place in Stony Brook over the weekend to benefit Ronald McDonald House. The 5K and one-mile walk/run was...
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...
Capturing Summer’s Herbs
By Nancy Vallarella
Fall harvest season is here!
As we say goodbye to summer, there’s no need to leave behind the vibrant flavors it brought us. Fresh herbs are like a bouquet for your senses—an experience...
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...
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...
Raising Awareness for a Rare Disease
I remember the evening like it was last night. My wife and I were newly dating and out to eat at a popular burger place in Astoria. After taking a bite of the burger,...
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...
Family Estrangement on the Rise
The issue of family estrangement is a societal phenomenon that hasn’t gotten much attention over the years. However, lately more studies have indicated it’s on the rise. According to Psychology Today, in an article...
Burnout – Alive and Well in America’s Workplace
While “burnout” may not be a classic medical term, it nonetheless affects thousands of workers, who, before their work life has concluded, will succumb to it. This is especially true for healthcare workers but...
Suffolk County Recognizes 2024 Healthcare Heroes
(Left to right) Peter Montague, Jimmy Mack, Keri Moschetto, Dr. Carl Goodman, Anthony Minelli, Dr. Edison Blanco, Dr. Tia Knight-Forbes, Mary Jane Finnegan, Kacey Farber.
In March 2021, the Suffolk County Legislature approved a resolution...
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