Monday, May 21, 2012
Syosset man's passion for chutney has become his company, and people are tasting the difference in Farmingdale and Plainview.
For the past nine years, Pavan Johar has been whipping up his special chutneys for family and friends, using a secret recipe passed down through the generations. People raved. They praised the sweet and spicy combination that Johar mixed fresh from herbs and spices he ground by hand into an all-purpose condiment. It was exotic for some westerners, but a staple in Johar's native Punjab Province in India. Then one day, Johar, an accomplished CPA with an MBA in finance living in Syosset, found himself out of work: downsized; restructured. He earned a real-estate license, but yearned for something more. His family's recipes may be secret, but the secret to Johar's success is family: His family, including sons Karan and Kunal, urged him to …
Saturday, May 19, 2012
Open Houses in the Town of Oyster Bay this weekend.
Saturday Open Houses 6 Ann Ter, Massapequa Price: $384,900 Description: 5 Bed, 3 Bath Time: Noon to 3 PM 240 Harbor Ln, Massapequa Price: $1,150, 000 Description: 4 Bed, 4 Bath Time: 1 PM - 4 PM 108 Northern Pky, Plainview Price: $629,000 Description: 4 Bed, 3 Bath Time: Noon - 2 PM 79 E Main Pky, Plainview Price: $569,000 Description: 3 Bed, 3 Bath Time: Noon - 2 PM 65 Stratford Road, Plainview Price: $489,000 Description: 3 Bed, 2 Bath Time: Noon - 2 PM 23 Maynard Dr, Farmingdale Price: $400, 000 Description: 3 Bed, 2 Bath Time: Noon - 2 PM 6 Ivy Street, Farmingdale Price: $169,000 Description: 1 Bed, 1 Bath Time: Noon - 2 PM 6 Albert Ave, Syosset Price: $599,900 Description: 5 Bed, 3 Bath Time: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM 22 Dorothy Drive, …
In a tight vote, the market on Old Country Road takes top spot.
Plainview Patch readers have decided the winner of Plainview's Best Caterer: In a tight vote among some stiff competition, the winner is Cravings on Old Country Road. Readers’ Choice is a new weekly feature where we ask you – our readers – to tell us your top picks. Each Monday we’ll list our nominees – this week was nail salons – and ask for your recommendation. Thanks for voting for your favorites. We'll have another contest beginning Monday.
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1161 Old Country Rd, Plainview, NY
Cravings
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Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Town Board's decision offers protections for the historic home and stop on the Underground Railroad.
The Maine Maid Inn, once home to Valentine Hicks and a hiding place for runaway slaves, has earned a landmark designation that could help preserve it. The Oyster Bay Town Board voted unanimously Tuesday to grant town landmark status to the currently vacant structure hidden in a corner of Jericho. What's more, Supervisor John Venditto said at least two restaurants are interested in operating the old mansion as a restaurant again. Thomas Abbe was delighted by the decision and thanked the broad coalition of historians and civic leaders who joined forces to preserve the old Hicks homestead. "Your thoughts and actions helped carry our efforts to today's success," said Abbe, who serves as clerk of the Jericho Preparative Meeting of the Religious…
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4 Old Jericho Tpke, Jericho, NY
Site of the former Maine Maid Inn
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TAKE OUR POLL: We want your pick for the best catering business in town. We've whittled down the choices here.
Sides of mac and cheese, potato salad and cole slaw go great with any family get together. So do trays of penne alongside sausage and peppers. That’s a Long Island feast done Italian-style. Whatever your preference, Memorial Day weekend is all about backyard gatherings of friends and family. But whether you fire up the Weber grill or channel your inner Martha Stewart, preparing the entire banquet may be too much to handle. You’re in luck. Quality caterers abound, from the local meat market and deli to the neighborhood restaurant or grocery store. Time to weigh in. Plainview Patch is looking for the best catered food in town. Readers’ Choice is a new weekly feature where we ask you – our readers – to tell us your top picks. Each Monday we’…
Sunday, May 13, 2012
Patch finds open houses today in the Plainview area.
We've found these open houses today in the Plainview, Hicksville and Syosset area: 10 Lever Pl., Plainview Price: $649,000 Features: 4 Bedrooms, 3 baths. Open House: Sun. Noon-2 p.m. 10a Ryan St. Syosset Price: $859,000 Features: 4 Bedrooms, 4 baths. Open House: Sun. 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. 314 New South Rd. Hicksville Price: $374,999 Features: 4 Bedrooms, 2 baths. Open House: Sun. Noon-2 p.m. 11 Acre Ln. Hicksville Price: $339,888 Features: 4 Bedrooms, 2 baths. Open House: Sun. 2-4 p.m. 12 Smith St. Hicksville Price: $419,900 Features: 4 Bedrooms, 2 baths. Open House: Sun. 1-3 p.m.
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10 Lever Pl, Plainview, NY
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Saturday, May 12, 2012
News from around Long Island, May 12.
Some of the news from around the Island this week. Failed $24 Million Bond Issue Draws Fire A Huntington Town Board resolution to refinance $24 million in municipal bonds failed Tuesday, drawing sharp criticism from members of the Democratic majority toward minority party members of the board who requested more time for review. Sponsored by Supervisor Frank Petrone, the resolution called for refinancing of bonds issued from 2002-05 at lower interest rates. Social Media Panel Draws a Crowd Port Washington Public Library's Hagedorn meeting room was nearly packed to capacity Wednesday afternoon for a panel discussion on social media, and community. The event brought a lively discussion, almost immediately. "I enjoyed the panel because it …
Monday, May 7, 2012
Not going away this summer? We want your pick for top local "staycation" destination.
With summer fast approaching and children out of school, many load up the SUV and hit the road for a much-needed vacation. Memorial Day weekend kicks off the summer season. But with sky-high gas prices as a strong deterrent, you might choose not to travel at all this year. There’s also three months of your child’s downtime to account for. How to fill the rest of those dog days? Staycation, of course. Patch wants to know where do you go to entertain your family and play locally? Is it a favorite park, bike path, museum, movie theater or kid-friendly lunch spot? Time to weigh in. Plainview Patch is looking to unearth the most family-friendly spot in Plainview and the Town of Oyster Bay. That gives you plenty of options. Readers’ Choice is a …
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Plainview-Old Bethpage Community Park
175 Washington Ave, Plainview, NY
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Sunday, May 6, 2012
Patch finds open houses today in the Plainview area.
We've found these open houses today in the Plainview and Woodbury area: 131 Carriage Ln. Plainview Price: $569,900 Features: 3 Bedrooms, 2 baths. (condo) Open House: Sun. Noon-2 p.m. 130 Sagamore Dr. Plainview Price: $1,149,000 Features: 4 Bedrooms, 4 baths. Open House: Sun. 2:30-4:30 p.m. 11 Pound Ridge Rd. Plainview Price: $699,900 Features: 4 Bedrooms, 3 baths. Open House: Sun. 1-3 p.m. 14 Avery Ln. Plainview Price: $579,999 Features: 3 Bedrooms, 3 baths. Open House: Sun. 1-2:30 p.m. 367 Woodbury Road, Woodbury Price: $999,900 Features: 5 Bedrooms, 3 baths. Open House: Sun. Noon-2 p.m. 15 East Drive, Woodbury Price: $559,000 Features: 3 Bedrooms, 3 baths. Open House: Sun. 1-2:30
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50 Estate Ct, Woodbury, NY
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Week in Review: April 29-May 5: Also,
These were the big news story of the past week in Plainview Patch: 1. Burger King: The restaurant near the Plainview diner suddenly closed up operations last Sunday. It is still not clear what happened. 2. Burglaries Down: The surrounding area had a few, but Plainview once again was spared this past week. The trend seems to be continuing. 3. Austin Harris: A young man gave a gift to his lost friend this week, a touching story of how Austin Harris still cares for Spencer Reis. 4. Seal Appears: A grey seal made an appearance on Tobay Beach this week. 5. Local Musicals: It was a big week in Plainview for classic musicals, with Plainview's Drama Cadets presenting "How to Succeed..." and Mattlin producing "Bye Bye Birdie."
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Burger King
1082 Old Country Rd, Plainview, NY
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TheGreek
1:54 am on Saturday, May 19, 2012
We like Cravings so much that we have an open account with them at the office for lunches. more ›