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Bar manager Jim Malcolm quickly and effectively grinds almonds using the bike blender. Nadya Korytnikova, Record-Journal.

Sustainable smoothie, juice bar opens in Durham

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Bar manager Jim Malcolm quickly and effectively grinds almonds using the bike blender. Nadya Korytnikova, Record-Journal.

Sustainable smoothie, juice bar opens in Durham
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Brothers write a love letter to a food we all love — pizza
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Are dining tents a safe way to eat out during the pandemic?
Miguel Galarraga, owner of New England Cider Co., holds a 4-pack of hard pumpkin cider available at the 110 North Plains Industrial Road business in Wallingford, Fri., Oct. 16, 2020. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
Miguel Galarraga, owner of New England Cider Co., holds a 4-pack of hard pumpkin cider available at the 110 North Plains Industrial Road business in Wallingford, Fri., Oct. 16, 2020. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
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Pumpkin cider as popular as ever at New England Cider Company in Wallingford  
Construction is underway for a 30x90 foot temporary enclosed building on the side of Cava in Southington, Thurs., Oct. 15, 2020. The building replaces the tent from this past summer and is expected to be ready by the end of October. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
Construction is underway for a 30x90 foot temporary enclosed building on the side of Cava in Southington, Thurs., Oct. 15, 2020. The building replaces the tent from this past summer and is expected to be ready by the end of October. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
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Cava Restaurant in Southington to build temporary building for winter, plans to expand next spring
Angela’s Kitchen creator Angela Massimino, of Cheshire, holds a jar of Angela’s Kitchen vodka sauce.
Angela’s Kitchen creator Angela Massimino, of Cheshire, holds a jar of Angela’s Kitchen vodka sauce.
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Cheshire family sauce business growing, even during pandemic
Laskara is serving a pumpkin martini and “skrewed pumpkin” with peanut butter whiskey and pumpkin liquor. | Photo Courtesy Laskara Restaurant
Laskara is serving a pumpkin martini and “skrewed pumpkin” with peanut butter whiskey and pumpkin liquor. | Photo Courtesy Laskara Restaurant
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Pumpkin spice isn't just for lattes. Here’s where to get your pumpkin spiced treats this fall
Wilfredo Ribot and Chely Garces talk about their new restaurant, El Jibarito Take Out, coming to Meriden. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
Wilfredo Ribot and Chely Garces talk about their new restaurant, El Jibarito Take Out, coming to Meriden. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
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Puerto Rican takeout spot to replace Lunch Box on East Main St. in Meriden
Kristen Dearborn uses in-season and locally grown ingredients to make a delicious Fall inspired smoothie. |Kristen Dearborn, Record-Journal
Kristen Dearborn uses in-season and locally grown ingredients to make a delicious Fall inspired smoothie. |Kristen Dearborn, Record-Journal
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HEALTHY LIVING: 5 tips for making a delicious fall inspired smoothie
Greg Sharon, owner of Taco Pacifico, holds menu items, from left to right, Barbacoa taco plate, tortilla chips with salsa fresca and grilled chicken nachos on Wednesday. The new takeout business, seen below, is located at 97 Chapel St. in Yalesville.
Greg Sharon, owner of Taco Pacifico, holds menu items, from left to right, Barbacoa taco plate, tortilla chips with salsa fresca and grilled chicken nachos on Wednesday. The new takeout business, seen below, is located at 97 Chapel St. in Yalesville.
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Taco Pacifico opens takeout tortilleria in Wallingford after decade of running food truck
Apple fritters cook to a golden brown in a large fryer at the Zion Lutheran Church Apple Fritter Booth in Southington, Tues., Oct. 8, 2019. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
Apple fritters cook to a golden brown in a large fryer at the Zion Lutheran Church Apple Fritter Booth in Southington, Tues., Oct. 8, 2019. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
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5 ways to get your apple fritter fix this fall 
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The  Mamma Mia Restaurant at 1765 Meriden-Waterbury Tpke. in Southington, Fri., Nov. 30, 2018. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
The  Mamma Mia Restaurant at 1765 Meriden-Waterbury Tpke. in Southington, Fri., Nov. 30, 2018. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
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Southington’s Mamma Mia restaurant to reopen
Cheshire Town Hall, Mon., Mar. 16, 2020.Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
Cheshire Town Hall, Mon., Mar. 16, 2020.Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
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PZC decision paves way for brewery to begin construction in Cheshire  
Jami Ferguson refinishes tables for Cheshire Craft Brewing which is slated to open in 2021 at 125 Commerce Court. Photo submitted by Cheshire Craft Brewing.
Jami Ferguson refinishes tables for Cheshire Craft Brewing which is slated to open in 2021 at 125 Commerce Court. Photo submitted by Cheshire Craft Brewing.
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Breweries push forward with plans to open in Cheshire 
Crystal Bees waitress Yanielys Vega delivers a pizza to Gary Tierney, of Thomaston, and Grace Kozlowski, of New Britain, at Crystal Bees in Southington on Friday, Sept. 18. Photos by Aaron Flaum, Record-Journal
Crystal Bees waitress Yanielys Vega delivers a pizza to Gary Tierney, of Thomaston, and Grace Kozlowski, of New Britain, at Crystal Bees in Southington on Friday, Sept. 18. Photos by Aaron Flaum, Record-Journal
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Restaurants prepare for the cold weather
Cook Ivan Estrada prepares a sandwich at Tacos Mi Nacho, 550 Broad St., Meriden, Thurs., Sept. 17, 2020. Tacos Mi Nacho is opening a second location at 1796 Meriden-Waterbury Tpke. in Southingtion. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
Cook Ivan Estrada prepares a sandwich at Tacos Mi Nacho, 550 Broad St., Meriden, Thurs., Sept. 17, 2020. Tacos Mi Nacho is opening a second location at 1796 Meriden-Waterbury Tpke. in Southingtion. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
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After 15 years in Meriden, Mexican eatery expands into Southington
South Bay and Pacifico tables bustling on Wednesday night in New Haven. | Laura Glesby, New Haven Independent
South Bay and Pacifico tables bustling on Wednesday night in New Haven. | Laura Glesby, New Haven Independent
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Outdoor dining experiment a hit so far in New Haven
Above, a buffalo chicken pizza freshly made at Verona Pizza’s new location at 1300 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike, in Southington.
Above, a buffalo chicken pizza freshly made at Verona Pizza’s new location at 1300 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike, in Southington.
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Well-known pizza maker reopens in Southington
Store manager Lilly Fellows holds a freshly-brewed latte Wednesday at Southington Coffee House, 51 N. Main St. in Southington. Just six months after opening the downtown shop, Southington Coffee House is working on a West Street express location in a Sunoco Gas Station. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
Store manager Lilly Fellows holds a freshly-brewed latte Wednesday at Southington Coffee House, 51 N. Main St. in Southington. Just six months after opening the downtown shop, Southington Coffee House is working on a West Street express location in a Sunoco Gas Station. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
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Southington Coffee House to open second location
Alex Blank is co-owner of Twelve Percent Beer Project, at 341 State St., North Haven. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
Alex Blank is co-owner of Twelve Percent Beer Project, at 341 State St., North Haven. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
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Twelve Percent Beer Project begins brewing in North Haven
"Axepert" Eric Yocca, right, winds up for a throw during a round with Jordan Catrone, left, of Thomaston, at Montana Nights Axe Throwing in Newington, Thurs., Jan. 23, 2020. Yocca is also a front desk clerk at the business. Montana Nights will be opening another location in the Factory Square building in Southington. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
"Axepert" Eric Yocca, right, winds up for a throw during a round with Jordan Catrone, left, of Thomaston, at Montana Nights Axe Throwing in Newington, Thurs., Jan. 23, 2020. Yocca is also a front desk clerk at the business. Montana Nights will be opening another location in the Factory Square building in Southington. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
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Ax throwing range & bar expected to open in Southington this spring
Pete McAloon, manager, talks about igloo dining at Back Nine Tavern at Southington Country Club.Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
Pete McAloon, manager, talks about igloo dining at Back Nine Tavern at Southington Country Club.Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
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Igloo dining opens on Back Nine Tavern patio in Southington
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Chocolate factory, store opening in Southington's Factory Square