4th of July inflation shocks shoppers as popular picnic food soars past $120 a pound

4th of July inflation shocks shoppers as popular picnic food soars past 0 a pound

Two years ago, a Long Island deli shocked the country by selling a $120-per-pound lobster salad — and the price has only gone up since. The upscale Red Horse Market, located in the ultra-wealthy enclave of East Hampton, New York, is now charging even more for the luxury item. In 2024, a photo of the deli case … Read more

Exclusive | Sorry NYC, Joey Chestnut declares Long Island bagels the best

Exclusive | Sorry NYC, Joey Chestnut declares Long Island bagels the best

Competitive eater Joey Chestnut declared Long Island’s bagels “might be the best” after chowing down on a sampling of local bacon, egg and cheese sandwiches — which he washed down with 26 bowls of soft-serve ice cream. The perennial Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest champ’s frank admission could spark some red-hot debate in the Big … Read more

NYC restaurant serves instant ramen — that you have to cook yourself

NYC restaurant serves instant ramen — that you have to cook yourself

It’s dorm-room delicious. At a buzzy new Long Island City restaurant, there are 115 types of instant soup on the menu — including cups of ramen — just like you might make at home. In fact, you’ll have to add boiling water and cook the noodles yourself. Instant Noodle Factory (24-11 41st Ave., Queens) has … Read more