Steve Cannon, director of food and beverage at Danfords Hotel, Marina & Spa in Port Jefferson, explained how renovations have helped revive the seaside hotel. 


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Several longtime eateries have closed this year.

Biggest LI restaurant closings of the year so far

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Check out Long Island's latest restaurant openings.

New Long Island restaurants to try in 2024

The owner said people are "cutting back on" luxe baked goods.

LI bakery closes, citing 30% drop in sales

Almost every table has a view of Long Island Sound.

New Gold Coast restaurant has water views

They officially announced their grand opening on social media on Nov. 7.

Mexican eatery opens second LI location

PopUp Bagels, which has spent the last few summers in the Hamptons, opens permanent shop in Roslyn.

Trendy pop-up bagel shop opens permanent location

With its 1920s service station vibe and decor, Ford's Garage is a step back in time.

Nostalgic burger spot opens at LI mall

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Its signature item is Instagram-worthy cheesecake on a stick.

Teen-and-father duo opens 2nd LI bakery

The small plates and wine list make this a destination even for pizza-avoiders.

Rule-defying pizzeria opens on LI

The new location will be twice as big as the original — with lots of parking.

Popular Italian restaurant opening second location

The Tex-Mex spot's owner said costs have risen since the pandemic. 

Longtime Huntington eatery closing after 32 years

The owner is bullish on the cuisine of his native Naples.

Sourdough pizzeria opens in Valley Stream

"I thought a fresh concept was the way to go," said the owner.

LI restaurant closing a year after relaunch

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Lead singer Adam Ezegelian got his start in music by auditioning on American Idol, but him and the band have been able to grow even more, thanks to TikTok.Videos with Dee Snyder and Jack Black are just some of the collaborations the band has done to increase their following.

How Adam and the Metal Hawks got started on TikTok

Eric LeVine, executive chef at 317 Main Street in Farmingdale, shows NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano a meatball recipe that uses Thanksgiving leftovers. 

Save the leftovers to make these Thanksgiving meatballs 

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano visits Sea Cliff to see what's new.

4 places to visit in Sea Cliff 

After last season's closure due to a tree shortage, Shamrock Christmas Tree Farm in Mattituck has over 2,000 trees on its farm, and NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano got to cut down one of her own.

'Don't judge your tree by its needles'

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano visits the Magic of Lights at Jones Beach, which has a drive-through display and indoor activities. 

Drive through the 'Magic' at Jones Beach  

NewsdayTV's Danielle Campbell takes us back in time to celebrate Thanksgiving in Oyster Bay.

Celebrating Thanksgiving on Long Island in the 1700s

  Bagels are served warm alongside requisite cream cheese made for "ripping and dipping."

Pop-up bagel shop opens LI location

Lace up your sneakers and hit the pavement: Fall walks, runs and turkey trots have begun.

Experience a turkey trot on Long Island

NewsdayTV's Elisa Distefano tries apple cider doughnuts at Woodside Orchards in Aquebogue and Breeze Hill Farm in Peconic.

Watch the doughnuts being made at LI farms

All six members of the D'Alessandro family have developed their own platforms and brand as SaucyTV.

This LI family has millions of social media followers

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano got a sneak peek at "Disney on Ice: Let's Dance," which is at UBS Arena through Nov. 17.

'One big Disney dance party'

The dynamic duo created 'Our Filipino Grandma' with over a million followers across platforms.

This lola and her grandson spread memes, positivity and Filipino culture on TikTok

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These are the best artisinal pies LI has to offer. The secret? It's all in the crust.

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From sweet to savory, these pastries are crowd-pleasers for the holidays and all year long.

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