You are invited to a Wine
& Cheese Reception on Saturday, April 4th, from 7-10 PM, at the
Main Street Bakery in Port Washington. The evening will be hosted by local photographer Sandy Jo Hyman and Michael Mignano, chef and owner of the Main Street Bakery, to celebrate an exhibition at the Bakery now through the month of April.On view, Ms. Hyman is expanding her horizons, with some of her well-known Port Views, as well as images from eastern Long Island, Manhattan, New England and Peru. Ms. Hyman also prints her images on blank note cards and larger greeting cards, which will be available for purchase during the reception. Michael, whose chocolate cake was crowned the best on Long Island, will offer some tempting samples of his work as well. 516-304-5214
Saturday, January 17th marks the day that Crumbs Bake Shop in Huntington will officially open their doors to the dessert-loving public. If you happen to make your way there tomorrow, you will be treated to a free cupcake, courtesy of those fine bakers at Crumbs. The new location is at 11 Wall St. in the Village. Stop on by for your first taste, on the house.
Eating Long Island just posted their review of the new Red Mango location in Plainview. Check out their review here. Also note that they're opening a new location shortly at the Arches Outlet Center in Deer Park.
If you've been to Manhattan (which I'll assume that everyone reading this has), you may have had the pleasure of tasting one of the magical cupcakes from Crumbs Bake Shop. Those who listen to the Howard Stern show may recognize them as the cupcakes that are delivered every Wednesday, and they also sell the "Artie Lange" cupcake for charity. That magical cream-filled goodness is set to expand out here on Long Island with new locations coming into Woodbury and Huntington (in addition to their existing location in East Hampton). Both bake shops are slated to be open by the end of January, 2009.
When we lived in the city we frequented Crumbs Bake Shop and Magnolia Bakery often as we were in the never-ending search for that perfect cupcake after a long night out (or to a children's birthday party as well!) Moving out to Long Island, we had thought that unless we traveled back into the city we would never experience that kind of joy again.
We don't have to look any further as we were treated to a variety of cupcakes recently from Cupcake Contessas,based out of Huntington. Made from only the freshest ingredients available our party of six tried the Red Velvet, Carrot Cake, Samoa and Peanut Butter Cup cupcakes and were more than impressed on the level of quality. Each cupcake was soft, cream-filled and obviously made with love. If you're looking for that special something to bring to your next get-together or to liven up your office, we can recommend that you get a dozen cupcakes. Everyone will be smiling as if they are ten years old. 631-549-2727
With two locations East of NYC (Flushing and Brooklyn Heights) and a third soon to open in Plainview, red mango has just launched a limited run of their first new flavor, Pomegranate by POM Wonderful. In addition to this new flavor, red mango has taken it one step further and began to introduce a brand new pomegranate topping that adds to the excitement of their lineup of fresh fruits already available. If you're in either of these areas (or near any of their locations in Manhattan,) we strongly suggest that you sample our favorite dessert out there.
Is there anything better than an exhibition hall filled to the rafters with smooth and milky chocolate products? We don't think so, and we think that you'll agree with us. The New York City Chocolate Show is all set to take place from November 7th - 9th at Pier 94 in Manhattan.
Opening night will see a chocolate fashion show and benefit while the next three days will feature some of the worlds best chocolatiers, cooks and products available today. Young chocophiles will be able to explore in the KidZone while children of all ages (including us adults) revel in the free samples and various other goodies. Adult tickets are $28, while kids under the age of 12 are free (more than two children per adult will be an $8 charge.) Tickets are available via Ticketmaster or by calling 212-307-7171
Preview Night - November 6th: 6:30-10:30pm (Fashion Show and Benefit)
November 7th: 10am-8pm
November 8th: 10am-8pm
November 9th: 10am-7pm
A while back we reported on the inevitable opening of Simply Fondue in Great Neck. Hopping on board to the recent obsession of all things fondue, this restaurant hopes to reel you in for your dinner and have you stay for a yummy dessert. We can't wait to try it out ourselves. 516-466-4900
On Thursday, September 25th from 5-8pm, you'll be able to stop by any local Cold Stone Creamery to receive a free 3oz. ice cream. Benefiting the Make a Wish Foundation, this national event will have selections of ice cream which include Wish Child Emily (Nutter Butter ice cream with yellow cake, Kit Kat, and white chocolate chips) or Wish Child Jack's creation (marshmallow ice cream Oreo cookies, chocolate chips and fudge). Of course, a donation is encouraged to go toward the charity.
Update: Not only is this taking place at Cold Stone, but each brand owned by their parent company is also taking part. On Tuesday, September 23rd, Blimpie's is offering a free 3-inch sub and on Friday, September 26th, Great Steak & Potato is offering a free large fries (all offers are from 5pm-8pm.)
