Norwalk Donut Shop Named Best Hole-In-Wall Breakfast Spot In State Norwalk Donut Shop Named Best Hole-In-Wall Breakfast Spot In State
Norwalk Donut Shop Named Best Hole-In-Wall Breakfast Spot In State Yum, yum, yum.  That's all it takes to describe a Connecticut eatery that has been voted the best hole-in-the-wall breakfast in the state by Cheapism.com. Located in Norwalk on Connecticut Avenue, the family-owned Speedy Donuts has been around since 1969 making hundreds of luscious donuts and egg sandwiches nestled in fresh rolls and pancakes.  An odd-ball choice on the menu is soup, go figure, but I hear the chicken orzo rocks.  For Norwalkers, the airy, very chic French Cruller is a favorite along with the fluffy jelly stuffed and cinnamon twists.  In case you are in…
Paul Newman's Daughter Unveils New Book About Parents At Westport Library Paul Newman's Daughter Unveils New Book About Parents At Westport Library
Paul Newman's Daughter Unveils New Book About Parents At Westport Library Fairfield County's own Melissa Newman will unveil the launch of her new book, "Head Over Heels: Joanne Woodward & Paul Newman, a Love Story In Words and Pictures," at her hometown library. The Newman family has been a Westport institution for decades, so was only fitting that she hosted the launch of the book at the Westport Library on Tuesday, Oct. 10. During the event, Newman was joined by her longtime friend and filmmaker Doug Tirola, sharing insights into her parents, both local and Hollywood legends. The event kicks off at 7 p.m. and is free to attend. Copies of Head Over Heels wi…
Planet Pizza In Greenwich Loving New Home Planet Pizza In Greenwich Loving New Home
Planet Pizza In Greenwich Loving New Home A popular pizzeria in Fairfield County is loving its new home a month after its move and gaining new customers at the same time. Planet Pizza in Greenwich, the home of the Grandma Pizza, which had been on Railroad Avenue for 30 years, has moved to 139 West Putnam Ave. due to a renovation to the train station and the plaza. Since the move, co-owner Sam Silva says business is great and his former customers are beginning to find him as he gains new ones at the same time. Chicken salad pizza.Planet Pizza "In the month since we moved we have gained new customers by having additional parkin…
'So Grateful I Could Puke': Jeopardy! Champ From New England Returning To Iconic Quiz Show 'So Grateful I Could Puke': Jeopardy! Champ From New England Returning To Iconic Quiz Show
'So Grateful I Could Puke': Jeopardy! Champ From New England Returning To Iconic Quiz Show Of the thousands of contestants to appear on Jeopardy! over the years, not many get asked back a second time; Brendan Sargent is among the lucky few. The 34-year-old Massachusetts native, originally from Worcester and now living in Los Angeles, will return to the iconic quiz show, appearing on a “Champions Wild Card Tournament” episode airing Thursday, Oct. 5. “It happened again. I’m back on Jeopardy! Babyyyyy!!!” Sargent said on Facebook. The St. John’s High School and Boston University alum first competed on the show in March 2021, appearing in two episodes and going home with $9,600. …
Hey Norwalk, Missing Your Chick-fil-A? Here's Why It's Closed Hey Norwalk, Missing Your Chick-fil-A? Here's Why It's Closed
Hey Norwalk, Missing Your Chick-fil-A? Here's Why It's Closed Fairfield County Chick-fil-A fans who are missing their daily dose of chicken wonderfulness and wondering why their favorite fast food shop is closed, here's the lowdown. The Norwalk Chick-fil-A at 467 Connecticut Ave., closed on Monday, Sept. 25 for a remodeling project and is moving right along with progress. A Facebook post by the restaurant said the remodeling is inside the eatery, to add guest seating as well as improving the parking lot and drive-thru area. The plan is to reopen in just a few weeks. No exact date was provided.
James Beard Award-Winning Chef To Speak At Stamford's Ferguson Library James Beard Award-Winning Chef To Speak At Stamford's Ferguson Library
James Beard Award-Winning Chef To Speak At Stamford's Ferguson Library Iconic chef Jacques Pépin returns to his old stomping, or stirring grounds to promote his new cookbook and talk cooking. Pépin, the former owner of the Dressing Room restaurant in Westport, will appear in Stamford at the Ferguson Library on Thursday, Oct. 5 at 6 p.m. to discuss his latest book, Cooking My Way: Recipes and Techniques for Economical Cooking.  The evening presentation, to be moderated by Michel Nischan, a four-time James Beard Award winner, will be held at the Main Library, DiMattia Building. In Cooking My Way, Pépin offers insights and cooking techniques that save money…
Support Swells For Son Of Band Director Killed In I-84 Bus Crash: 'Carry On Gina's Legacy' Support Swells For Son Of Band Director Killed In I-84 Bus Crash: 'Carry On Gina's Legacy'
Support Swells For Son Of Band Director Killed In I-84 Bus Crash: 'Carry On Gina's Legacy' As students, colleagues, and loved ones gather to say their final goodbyes to a beloved high school band director killed in a New York bus crash, the community is coming together to ensure that her only child is taken care of financially. Gina Pellettiere, age 43, of Massapequa, died Thursday, Sept. 21, when a charter bus carrying students from Farmingdale High School on Long Island to a band camp in Greeley, Pennsylvania crashed on I-84 in Orange County. The rollover wreck also killed 77-year-old Farmingdale resident Beatrice Ferrari, a retired social studies teacher and longtime camp cha…
This Town Is Most Underrated In CT, New Rankings Say: Do You Agree? Vote Now This Town Is Most Underrated In CT, New Rankings Say: Do You Agree? Vote Now
This Town Is Most Underrated In CT, New Rankings Say: Do You Agree? Vote Now Of all the wonderful places to go in Connecticut, there's one town that gets looked over too often, according to a new ranking. Cheapism.com, a blog covering affordable travel, items, and more, ranked the New Haven County town of Guilford as the state’s most overlooked place in its new ranking, “The Most Underrated Town in Every State.” In order to determine this, the site combed through online reviews and rankings to find places that don't usually get national attention but still have "tremendous value to visitors and locals alike," according to Cheapism.  The over 375-year-old tow…
This Westchester Restaurant To Appear On Gordon Ramsay's 'Kitchen Nightmares' This Westchester Restaurant To Appear On Gordon Ramsay's 'Kitchen Nightmares'
This Westchester Restaurant To Appear On Gordon Ramsay's 'Kitchen Nightmares' Fans of Gordon Ramsay will want to look out for an episode of the famed celebrity chef's revived "Kitchen Nightmares" that will feature a Puerto Rican restaurant in Westchester.  El Cantito Cafe, located in Yonkers at 1550D Central Park Ave., will appear on an episode of "Kitchen Nightmares" that is set to air on Monday, Nov. 13, Yonkers officials announced.  During the episode, Ramsay will help the eatery's owners recover from challenges posed by the pandemic, city officials said. No further details have been released by the network, so those interested will have to tune in to learn more.…
This CT Restaurant Earns 'Best In America' Honors From NY Times This CT Restaurant Earns 'Best In America' Honors From NY Times
This CT Restaurant Earns 'Best In America' Honors From NY Times A small Connecticut restaurant that sits on a 1,000-acre property and is known for its luxurious setting with over-the-top flavors, has earned top honors on The New York Times annual Best Restaurant List. Ore Hill, located in the Litchfield County town of Kent, is known for offering produce, dairy, and meat all grown on the estate where the restaurant is located.  It's also known for its expert service, and dishes that are meant to be shared and experienced with friends or family.  The restaurant, an 18th-century farmhouse, was built by philanthropist Anne Bass who provided for it in her…
Father/Son Duo Open First Luxury Pet Hotel In Stamford Father/Son Duo Open First Luxury Pet Hotel In Stamford
Father/Son Duo Open First Luxury Pet Hotel In Stamford If you are one of those people who love to pamper their dogs then a new Fairfield County business is the perfect fit. The new business -- KR Resorts of Stamford -- held its grand opening on Saturday, Sept. 9 at 65 Harvard Ave. Jointly owned by the father-and-son duo of Matt and Daniel Healy, the luxury resort, the first of its kind in the state, boasts more than 9,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space, state-of-the-art amenities, and premier accommodations. Often referred to as the Ritz-Carlton of dog hotels, K9 Resorts locations are designed with the health and comfort of its four-…
Ghosts Galore: Most Haunted Road In US Found In CT, New Ranking Says Ghosts Galore: Most Haunted Road In US Found In CT, New Ranking Says
Ghosts Galore: Most Haunted Road In US Found In CT, New Ranking Says A new report lists this Connecticut roadway as one of the spookiest places, with supernatural sightings galore. Time to make new Halloween plans. The crown for the most haunted roadway in America is in New Haven County, Jeremy Swamp Road, located in Southbury, according to a new ranking released by Travel & Leisure Magazine. The supposedly haunted road beats out nine other spooky spectacles across the midwest and west coast of the US. According to Travel & Leisure and urban legend, the Southbury stretch of pavement is known to be a spot where drivers break down and disappear wh…