Venture A Few Miles for A Beautiful Boardwalk and Superb Pizza!

“Best Pizza on Long Beach” What I love about living in Rockville Centre is our close proximity to Long Beach! Having the summers off is a blessing, and exploring Long Island is a daily event. There’s nothing better than putting the bike rack on the car for the season and heading down to the  Long Beach […]

Meet Rachel, the best bartender in town!

If you have never ventured into the Dark Horse Tavern, located at 12 South Park Avenue here in Rockville Centre, then, you haven’t had the pleasure of meeting Rachel. We call her Rachel #1 because believe it or not there are three Rachels working there. We have known Rachel M. for over six years and […]

Meet Kegbelly!

Supporting local musicians is really a necessity to keep them afloat. Kegbelly is a power trio of sorts with a focus on guitar stylings of singer/writer/player Steve Caltabiano. Their style is rooted in Classic Rock traditions, a progressive twist on classical structures.  There is a heavy use of jazz chords and fusion chops. People often […]

How About A Little Tapas?

Located in the heart of Garden City at 931 Franklin Avenue is one of my favorite Tapas Restaurants – Plancha Tapas and Wine Bar.  Four years ago, the owners of Salumi Bar in Massapequa had the good sense to branch out and open a second establishment here in G.C. Even though our town hosts a […]

Jeannine’s Boutique

Located on the happening South Park Avenue is one of the most delightful gift shops in town. Jeannine’s Gifts is where I go when I need to find a unique and personal gift for a special someone. The monogrammed totes, the Lily Pulitzer agendas and journals along with the Moon and Lola Jewelry are just […]

A Great Beach Read

The Woman In Cabin 10  by Ruth Ware was exactly what this burnt out teacher needed. My girlfriend Jane recommended the book to me and said she devoured it in a day. I think it took me two days. Ruth Ware succeeded in creating a novel that is both suspenseful and intriguing. Travel journalist Lo […]

Hengstenberg’s Florist – Puts Smiles on Little Daisies~!

FLORISTS FOR A DAY _ www.gcnews.com _ Garden City News Hengstenberg’s Florist, located on 735 Franklin Avenue in Garden City has opened its doors to future florists! Daisy Troop 1400 from St. Joseph School were recently Florists of the Day at Hengstenberg’s Florist. Andrea Cooperman, brought her troop of Daisies over to Hengstenbergs Florist, where […]

Tapas in Style – The Patio Bar

The Garden City Hotel has long been a historical landmark on Long Island. The hotel has been standing more than 140 years and is often the picturesque setting for local weddings and local upscale events and fundraisers. Their famed Polo Lounge is reminiscent of an era gone by, and cocktails are served with the highest […]

A Time For Karma

If you are looking for spirituality or if you want to give a unique gift, then visiting A Time For Karma  located at 14 S.Village Avenue should definitely be on your  bucket list. This shop is packed with inspirational gifts and also has a spiritual counselor on staff every single day. Of course, you have to […]