Thursday, May 17, 2012
Chamber of Commerce holding ribbon cuttings Saturday.
Here's some good news for West Hempstead's local economy - three new businesses have recently opened on Hempstead Turnpike. On Saturday, the West Hempstead Chamber of Commerce will be holding back-to-back-to-back ribbon-cuttings at Hats Off Restaurant (205 Hempstead Tpk.), KW Kitchens (207 Hempstead Tpk.) and Sam's Caribbean Marketplace (225 Hempstead Tpk.) between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. The chamber is encouraging all local residents to come out to "celebrate the new economic resurgence of Hempstead Turnpike in West Hempstead" and support these businesses. The first ribbon-cutting will take place at the recently rennovated Hats Off, a Peruvian restaurant and bar, followed by a second one at KW Kitchen Designs, a mmanufacturer and …
Monday, May 14, 2012
Memorial Day weekend is about tangy backyard barbecue and sweet cole slaw. But what if you can’t make it all? We want your pick for catered food joint.
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. Malverne-West Hempstead 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 …
Friday, May 11, 2012
West Hempstead equestrian center provides family fun without going far.
When you and your family are off from work and school, but can't afford to getaway, there are plenty of great local attractions to enjoy on your "staycation." But there was one spot in Malverne-West Hempstead that stood out from the rest. The New York Equestrian Center, formerly known as Lakewood Stables, is the best place to spend a staycation in the neighborhood and the winner a Patch Readers' Choice Award. It garnered the most votes in this week's contest. The stables offers residents of all ages horseback riding lessons and trail rides through the scenic Hempstead Lake State Park. It also runs summer camps and hosts kids parties. Although the stables is currently closed as it's being transformed into a state-of-the-art equestion center…
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. Malverne-West Hempstead Patch is looking to unearth the most family-friendly spot in town. Readers’ Choice is a new weekly feature where we ask you – our readers – …
Saturday, May 5, 2012
Be on the lookout for these animals in local businesses.
It looks like a stampede of rams has escaped West Hempstead High School and is on the loose in the local business district. Ofcourse, we don't mean actual horned beasts, but rather some creative wooden cut-outs featuring the West Hempstead school district's mascot. West Hempstead High School Art students worked with the Beautification Committee of the West Hempstead Chamber of Commerce to craft these Rams, which were on display at West Hempstead SHINES last month. After the event, the Chamber reached out to its members and some agreed to place them in their local businesses to foster community involvement and pride for the schools. You can find them at Venus Restaurant, Phoenix Wellness Center, Riesterer's Bakery, and the West Hempstead …
Friday, May 4, 2012
Voted best in Malverne-West Hempstead by Patch readers.
Perhaps, it's special dishes like Bananas Foster Over Waffles or maybe it's the complimentary mimosas. When it comes to treating mom to a special Mother's Day brunch, Our Town Grille is the place to go. When we asked Patch readers this week to vote for the place in Malverne-West Hempstead that serves up the best Mother's Day brunch, this 50s-style restaurant, situated in the heart of the village of Malverne, emerged as the winner. It took 48 percent of the votes. Pompei in West Hempstead was the first runner-up. Jerry Carter, who opened up Our Town Grille in 2000 with his partner Richard Fisichello, says he usually serves up atleast three specials on Mother's Day. Moms love his Challah French Toast, which is topped with fresh strawberries…
Tacos, salsa and free T-shirts!
There will be several fiestas taking place around the area this Saturday for Cinco de Mayo. Patch has picked five fun ways for you to celebrate. Go loco! How will you be spending Cinco de Mayo? Tell us in the comments section below.
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Purchase nearly doubles the utility company's customer base in New York, making it the largest of its kind.
Long Island American Water, the Lynbrook-based company that supplies H2O to customers in Malverne, Lynbrook, Lakeview, parts of West Hempstead and other nearby communities became the largest investor-owned water utility in the state this week. Its parent company, American Water Works Company, Inc., completed its acquisition Tuesday of seven water systems in New York that had been owned by Aqua America for approximately $39 million in cash and assumed debt of $23 million, reports MarketWatch. Adding these new systems, which are located in Nassau, Washington, Westchester and Ulster counties and serve approximately 152,000 people, nearly doubles the LIAW's customer base in New York. LIAW also sold off eight of its water systems and one …
Monday, April 30, 2012
Where do you go to treat mom right and show your appreciation on Mother’s Day?
After you’re done with the hugs, hand-made cards and fresh-cut flowers, wash it all down with another Mother’s Day tradition: Sunday brunch. So where do you go to treat mom right and show your appreciation on Mother’s Day? Time to weigh in. Malverne-West Hempstead Patch is looking to unearth the best spot for Mother’s Day brunch in town. Readers’ Choice is our weekly feature where we ask you – our readers – to tell us your top picks. Each Monday we’ll list our nominees – this week it’s best spot for Mother’s Day brunch – and ask for your recommendations. Did we leave your go-to spot off the list? Go ahead and add it in comments. Then vote. Readers' Choice winners are all up to you, so it's important not only to vote below, but also be sure…
Friday, April 27, 2012
Wins Readers' Choice award.
"Amazingly beautiful," "better than expected," "courteous and professional" were all phrases that readers used to describe Country Arts in Flowers in West Hempstead. With reviews like this it's no wonder that the florist, located at 535 Hempstead Turnpike, was voted best florist in Malverne-West Hempstead this week by Patch readers. It garnered 44 percent of the votes to win a coveted Readers' Choice Award, with Malverne Floral Designs coming in a close second place. "Country Arts create the most amazingly beautiful floral arrangements that I have ever seen!," said reader Diane Hill. "In addition, they are courteous, professional and take tremendous pride in their work. I never hesitate to recommend Country Arts to anyone." The motto of …
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11:07 am on Saturday, May 12, 2012
I don't ride horses due to a physical disability . The point that I want to make is this editor on Lakewood Stables payroll? I have never seen so much free publicity for a business. One too many articles on 1 business . If your are trying to promote local businesses thats great but cover other services beside a horse barn more ›