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Holiday-themed cocktails now available at Jake

S’mores martinis and more holiday drinks at Jake’s Martini Bar in Wallingford

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Holiday-themed cocktails now available at Jake

S’mores martinis and more holiday drinks at Jake’s Martini Bar in Wallingford
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Industrial aesthetic, wine on tap, possibly pizza: what to expect at the new Plan B in Southington 
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How not to ruin that pricy piece of meat in the holiday meal
Paul Dominello, owner of Paul’s Deli and Catering, center, helps regular customers Billy Stanley, of Meriden, left, and Chris Macinvale, of Middlefield, second from left, inside the store in Meriden on Monday, Dec. 2. The business, established in 1979, is celebrating 40 years.Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
Paul Dominello, owner of Paul’s Deli and Catering, center, helps regular customers Billy Stanley, of Meriden, left, and Chris Macinvale, of Middlefield, second from left, inside the store in Meriden on Monday, Dec. 2. The business, established in 1979, is celebrating 40 years.Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
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Paul’s Deli in Meriden celebrates 40 years ‘thanks to great customers’
Pigs on Wheels’ “spicy peanut butter bacon wings” at the Village Barn in Meriden. The new restaurant was opened by Matt Dube in October.
Pigs on Wheels’ “spicy peanut butter bacon wings” at the Village Barn in Meriden. The new restaurant was opened by Matt Dube in October.
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Pigs on Wheels opens with spicy peanut butter wings, comfort food in South Meriden
CT State-Certified Nutritionist Jennifer Thomas recommends nuts and a piece of fruit as a healthy snack during the holidays.
CT State-Certified Nutritionist Jennifer Thomas recommends nuts and a piece of fruit as a healthy snack during the holidays.
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HEALTHY LIVING: 4 tips for healthy snacking during the holidays
Cherry-Lemon Cream Jell-O Mold, a modern holiday mold that is a bit less sweet and has more natural fruit juice than the classics, but is still extravagantly festive, in New York on Nov. 23, 2019. Food Stylist: Barrett Washburne. (Audra Melton/The New York Times)
Cherry-Lemon Cream Jell-O Mold, a modern holiday mold that is a bit less sweet and has more natural fruit juice than the classics, but is still extravagantly festive, in New York on Nov. 23, 2019. Food Stylist: Barrett Washburne. (Audra Melton/The New York Times)
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How Jell-O molds claimed their spot on American table, with must-try recipe
Cava Restaurant
Cava Restaurant
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Cava’s Christmas light show a destination for diners in Southington
The blue chips appetizer made with fresh potato chips topped with tomatoes, warm blue cheese sauce, bacon, red onion & jalapen?os at Plan B Burger in Glastonbury, pictured on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019. Plan B plans to open a new location in Southington early next year. | Bailey Wright, Record-Journal
The blue chips appetizer made with fresh potato chips topped with tomatoes, warm blue cheese sauce, bacon, red onion & jalapen?os at Plan B Burger in Glastonbury, pictured on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019. Plan B plans to open a new location in Southington early next year. | Bailey Wright, Record-Journal
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What Southington can expect from newest Plan B Burger Bar
Server Weronika Felczak, of New Britain, holds a plate of pierogies during the lunch rush at the new Polish Plate restaurant, 1095 West St. Unit 7 in Southington, Tues., Nov. 26, 2019. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
Server Weronika Felczak, of New Britain, holds a plate of pierogies during the lunch rush at the new Polish Plate restaurant, 1095 West St. Unit 7 in Southington, Tues., Nov. 26, 2019. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
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Polish Plate opens in Southington — ‘It’s been lines out the door’
This May 2019 photo shows a plate of turkey, mash potatoes and gravy and a side of sauteed broccoli rabe, corn and onions with crispy bacon, on a table in New York. If you remember that the turkey breast will take less time to cook than the legs, and that you can get a head start on your gravy, Thanksgiving will be a whole lot less stressful. (Cheyenne Cohen/Katie Workman via AP)
This May 2019 photo shows a plate of turkey, mash potatoes and gravy and a side of sauteed broccoli rabe, corn and onions with crispy bacon, on a table in New York. If you remember that the turkey breast will take less time to cook than the legs, and that you can get a head start on your gravy, Thanksgiving will be a whole lot less stressful. (Cheyenne Cohen/Katie Workman via AP)
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Set the table early, and other tips for Thanksgiving hosts
 
 
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The Eatery co-owner Jon Masella puts together their "Mayflower Wrap" with house-roasted turkey breast, maple roasted sweet potatoes, apple-cornbread stuffing, and pear cranberry sauce, while in the eatery in Wallingford on Nov. 21, 2019. | Bailey Wright, Record-Journal
The Eatery co-owner Jon Masella puts together their "Mayflower Wrap" with house-roasted turkey breast, maple roasted sweet potatoes, apple-cornbread stuffing, and pear cranberry sauce, while in the eatery in Wallingford on Nov. 21, 2019. | Bailey Wright, Record-Journal
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Hostess Sarena Salmeri.
Hostess Sarena Salmeri.
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Prohibition-themed bar The Manhattan opens on Eden Avenue in Southington
Left to right, co-owners Glenn Murphy and Matthew and Shannon Oneto talk about their new Rogue Coffee Company business.
Left to right, co-owners Glenn Murphy and Matthew and Shannon Oneto talk about their new Rogue Coffee Company business.
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Wallingford coffee company rolls out traveling coffee truck
Co-owner Kevin Staehley poses outside Yankee Cider Co.
Co-owner Kevin Staehley poses outside Yankee Cider Co.
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Yankee Cider Co. adds taproom, seasonal ciders
Chicken bacon ranch poutine.
Chicken bacon ranch poutine.
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Poutine Gourmet serves up bacon jalapeno cheese curd fries, other variations of Canadian classic
Cooking class participants wrap dates stuffed with almonds in bacon during a paleo-cooking class at the Meriden YMCA on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019. | Bailey Wright, Record-Journal
Cooking class participants wrap dates stuffed with almonds in bacon during a paleo-cooking class at the Meriden YMCA on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019. | Bailey Wright, Record-Journal
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Paleo cooking classes at the Meriden YMCA
Cheshire Coffee manager Alyssa Trifone makes a drink on Wednesday. The coffeehouse recently added fall-themed drinks and food items back to their menu. Bailey Wright, Record-Journal
Cheshire Coffee manager Alyssa Trifone makes a drink on Wednesday. The coffeehouse recently added fall-themed drinks and food items back to their menu. Bailey Wright, Record-Journal
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Fall coffee, seasonal food at Cheshire Coffee and other local cafes
Lobster poutine at the Lobster Tails Food Truck in Wallingford.
Lobster poutine at the Lobster Tails Food Truck in Wallingford.
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Long list of lobster dishes at Lobster Tails food truck in Wallingford
Pop Centric pops displayed for sale at 55 State St. in North Haven on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019. | Bailey Wright, Record-Journal
Pop Centric pops displayed for sale at 55 State St. in North Haven on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019. | Bailey Wright, Record-Journal
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Gourmet frozen treats at Pop Centric in North Haven
A put-together taco kit available at Perfectly Prepared, Gourmet to Go in Cheshire.
A put-together taco kit available at Perfectly Prepared, Gourmet to Go in Cheshire.
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Meals on the go at Perfectly Prepared in Cheshire
The pigmac sandwich at Pig Rig in Wallingford. Bailey Wright, Record-Journal
The pigmac sandwich at Pig Rig in Wallingford. Bailey Wright, Record-Journal
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A couple of the dishes served at Nataz- a porterhouse with mashed potatoes and Signature Salad.
A couple of the dishes served at Nataz- a porterhouse with mashed potatoes and Signature Salad.
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Southington restaurant Nataz puts emphasis on quality, adventure