The Big E’s “Big Eats” contest returns for another year, as the fair packs its menu with more new, creative and caloric foods. The awards seek to “recognize and honor the talented folks behind the counter of incredible foods offered at the fair,” with three honorees chosen by a panel of judges...
We got a preview of the new food and drink you'll find at the Big E for the 2018 season, which runs Sept. 14 to 30. Read the full story here.More
High-end coastal Italian, fine steaks and seafood, swanky cocktails: A first look at MGM Springfield's restaurants. Story here.
Grown in Middletown perfect for anyone with a hectic schedule seeking healthy, convenient meals. It’s owned by NBA champion Ray Allen and his wife Shannon, who were inspired after their son was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Now their growing chain of restaurants provide healthy options on-the-go,...
Guests at the original Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana restaurant may have spotted a familiar face Saturday night: Paul Giamatti.
Chengdu Restaurant in West Hartford is closing this weekend, the restaurant confirmed Thursday morning. Ida Shiu said her parents Albert and Irene are retiring after 12 years with the restaurant as its most recent owners. Chengdu will host its last dinner service Saturday night. “We want to thank...
Hartford Baking Company has added beer and wine and evening hours at its West Hartford Center location at 965 Farmington Avenue. The cafe’s evening menu and alcoholic beverages are available Thursday through Saturday from 5 to 10 p.m. A variety of reds, whites and prosecco are priced at $8 to $10...
If you haven’t been to Sarapes in Enfield lately for its authentic Mexican fare (particularly its famed mole poblano), you’ll find a few things have changed. First: the address. As of late May, Sarapes, a fixture in a tiny Route 5 strip mall for 17 years, has taken over the former Molina’s Cafe...
Popular Massachusetts-based Trillium Brewing, with locations in Boston’s Fort Point neighborhood and Canton, has announced plans to cross state lines and open a Connecticut brewery in North Stonington. “This summer we bought a beautiful farm in North Stonington, CT, less than two hours drive from...
The Big E is officially underway, and as has been the case with every iteration of the fair in the past, all eyes are on the food. If you’re heading to The Big E for its 102nd year in West Springfield, its vendors are serving up the annual food extravaganza: a maelstrom of sugar, fried carbs, cheese...
The owners of Rooster Co. opened Flora after seeing a need for more vegan and vegetarian options in West Hartford. Read more here.
Sarapes in Enfield has a new address in a bigger space but is serving the same authentic Mexican cuisine and has added breakfast and a bar. Read the full story here.