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They've actually played pretty well for a couple of weeks.

Cookies N’ Cream, a Westchester-based gourmet dessert shop with humble beginnings, is opening at 64-62 Dry Harbor Rd. (@BSR, there is a Filipino restaurant next door @ 64-58... and it's a 2 minute drive to Middle Village Bagels, named best in Queens earlier this year) The anticipated opening date is May 28, the day after Memorial Day. The Middle Village location their third. The other two are in Bronxville and Yonkers. The company’s founder, Joe Edwards, has welcomed the effort to open the Middle Village location. “At Cookies N’ Cream, we believe life is short, so we make it sweet,” he said in a statement. Cookies N’ Cream is expected to have an outdoor space and announce the official grand opening date on its Instagram page. Over 24 cookie choices are offered at Cookies N’ Cream, ranging from childhood favorites like chocolate chip*** to modern takes on classic flavors such as oatmeal cinnamon apple pie. The sweet-tooth business also offers dozens of ice cream flavors and sorbets, including some vegan options. *** Why Is No One Eating This Ice Cream Flavor Anymore? Feb 23, 2024 — Chocolate chip ice cream is reportedly going extinct. It's Been a Rocky Road for Chocolate-Chip Ice Cream Sales Feb 15, 2024 — From 2018 to 2022, sales of the flavor dropped 22 percent in volume Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Is No Longer America's Favorite Once a childhood favorite, the creamy vanilla flavor studded with chunks of rich chocolate chips is no longer a top seller, according to a recent report cited in The New York Times.

I was there just days before the name was changed from Leningrad

I did not have high hopes for this show. I had enjoyed Elsbeth on the good wife, but thought the character was too quirky to be the centerpiece of a show without becoming too annoying. She still might, but the writing this year was delightful, if simplistic, and the show was lighthearted and fun throughout, with enough humor to make me hope it lasts awhile if it continues to be this enjoyable.

Unfortunately, it's been so long that I forgot.

To be fair, you probably weren't looking for them.

Whatever the Sears & Kmart do you mean?

Popular Italian restaurant Trattoria L’incontro set to close in Astoria and open new location on Upper East Side cue the theme from THE JEFFERSONS...

In January, the Newport Beach Police Department closed its investigation into Thunder guard/forward Josh Giddey. He was not charged with a crime after no corroborating evidence was found. Sources tell ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski that the NBA has closed its own investigation into Giddey after reaching a similar conclusion (Twitter link). In November, a series of posts on social media accused Giddey of having an inappropriate relationship with an underage girl who is a student at Newport Harbor High School in Newport Beach. That prompted both the NBA and the Newport Beach Police Department to open investigations into the claims. However, TMZ reported at the time that the alleged minor and her family were unwilling to cooperate with law enforcement officials. Both investigations are now closed. In addition to the off-court allegations, Giddey had an up-and-down season on the court as well, culminating in being benched in the Western Conference semifinals against Dallas. The Thunder lost the playoff series in six games. “There’s been days where you don’t feel like getting out of bed for a number of reasons,” Giddey said during his exit interview, per Joel Lorenzi of The Oklahoman. “As I said, I’m just lucky to have people around me that care, that were there for me. Coming in the gym every day, seeing my teammates, that helps.” The sixth overall pick of the 2021 draft, Giddey will be eligible for a rookie scale extension this offseason. The 21-year-old made it clear he’d be thrilled to stay with the team long-term and he’s determined to improve his shooting and defense going forward, according to Lorenzi. “I can’t wait to get back next season and show that I’m a different player,” Giddey said, “and to never let what happened this series happen again.”

Queens Public Library in Elmhurst unveils new eco-friendly garden with support from National Grid

Xander Bogaerts To Miss Significant Time Due To Shoulder Fracture The Padres announced that they have placed infielder Xander Bogaerts on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to May 21, with a left shoulder fracture. At this point, it doesn’t appear as though surgery is required, though Bogaerts will need to miss time as the bone heals, with more tests planned for today. “Late summer” is floated as a possible return time, which leaves a lot of vagaries about the months to come, though Bogaerts will be out at least two months.

I'm glad they are getting the chance for an appropriate send-off, but the truth is that the writing has been quite weak this season. Lots of scenes of characters acting stupidly... The scene at the bank last night, Jackie at Louise's school board speech, Darlene with Mark's counselor in the cafeteria, just to mention three. And did you think Dan was going to re-mortgage the house to pay for Mark's college?

Preserving Tradition, Embracing Innovation: A Journey through Katz’s Delicatessen In this episode of Schneps Connects, we delve into the captivating history and enduring legacy of Katz’s Delicatessen, a cherished institution in New York City since 1888. Jake Dell, the fifth-generation custodian of Katz’s, joins us to recount the deli’s evolution amidst the ever-changing landscape of NYC. From its iconic “Send a Salami to Your Boy in the Army” campaign to the traditional ticket system, Jake shares insights into the family business and invaluable lessons for entrepreneurs, especially in the demanding restaurant industry of NYC. He unveils some of Katz’s secrets, including the meticulous pastrami-making process that sets them apart, and discusses the enduring allure that keeps customers lining up daily. From expanding catering services to international shipping, Jake reflects on the milestones and challenges of running Katz’s, highlighting his proudest achievements and future aspirations. With a nod to its celebrity following and film appearances, Jake offers a glimpse into the deli’s cultural impact and what lies ahead for this beloved New York institution. To listen to our podcasts visit podcasts.schnepsmedia.com or stream them on all major podcast networks.

And the world... I went to Russia in 1991 and we had to eat at the McDonald's in Moscow, just because… I don't know if it still is, but at the time it was the largest in the world. Despite how expensive it was for Russians to eat there, the line to get in was around three sides of the block. Fortunately, our tour guides got us in right away, so we treated them to lunch. The food tasted exactly the same, and I don't remember the price being all that outrageous compared to the US at the time. because it was so impossible to get anything edible in Russia, we also ate Pizza Hut, and were thrilled to!!! The Russian citizens could not afford Pizza Hut, so they could eat at Pizza Hut Express, which was cheaper. Wealthy Russians or tourists could afford the regular Pizza Hut, so we again treated our guides and they were very impressed by us.

I love this show, but the last couple of episodes were not particularly good. They felt rushed and underdeveloped at the same time. I know they only had a limited amount of episodes to deal with because of the strikes but ending the season this way was definitely a big disappointment for me. I’ll still be happy when it comes back in January, but I hope they figure out a better way to get out of the situation than they did to put themselves into it.

Saudi tycoon slashes price of never-lived-in NYC penthouse by $64M — initially listed for $169M

Another great start tonight, but Clay Holmes imploded in the 9th.

I am attracted to Alec Secareanu from God’s Own Country, so every once in awhile I search to see if he’s been in anything newly available. That’s how I started something in the middle of the night on Tubi without knowing what it was… and I stayed with it despite the brutal subject matter because it was quite well done. Doing Money is a British television drama, written by Gwyneth Hughes and directed by Lynsey Miller, that was first broadcast on BBC Two. Focusing on the subject of modern slavery in the sex trade, the film, starring Anca Dumitra and Allen Leech, is based upon the fact-based novel Slave by Jason Johnson. The film documents the story of ‘Ana’, a Romanian student training to be a nurse who is kidnapped in broad daylight from the streets of London and ordered to work as a prostitute in a number of brothels in Ireland and Northern Ireland. The film was broadcast as part of the BBC’s Why Slavery? season, to coincide with International Anti Slavery Day. Anca Dumitra said of her role as Ana; “Ana is a truly remarkable person, someone who has survived endless abuse with courage and determination, a real-life hero. I have been deeply moved by her story and it’s an honour to play her in Doing Money. This is a story that needs to be seen.” Allen Leech added; “I’m delighted to be part of telling this moving and important true story. Doing Money, Ana’s experience, shines a light on the shocking truth of human trafficking and slavery in Britain. DI Dougie Grant was one of the key officers at the centre of the original investigation. It’s a real privilege to play him.” Alison Graham of the Radio Times wrote; “After watching Gwyneth Hughes’s fact-based drama Doing Money, I went home stifled by a cloud of misery that couldn’t be dispersed, even by the repeats of ancient Big Bang Theories I watched long into the evening just to try to flush the horror from my system. I found Doing Money so overwhelming – the true story of Ana, a young Romanian woman working as a cleaner in Britain who was abducted by a trafficking gang from a street in Wood Green London and forced into sex slavery. I was harrowed as she was repeatedly brutalised into submission by a series of men who treated her savagely.” Viewers described the film as “horrific”, “disturbing”, “harrowing” and “heartbreaking.”

TV station duped into reporting Mossad agent ‘Eli Copter’ was pilot on doomed Iranian prez Raisi’s flight

Yankees starting pitchers have gone 7-0 with a remarkable 0.80 ERA during the team’s seven-game winning streak. Each of the starters has pitched at least six innings and allowed two or fewer runs, which is just the fifth time since 1973 that the Yankees have had such a streak over any seven-game span.

The late founder of Red Lobster refused to obey Jim Crow laws, achieving success & a special place in history among Black Americans. In 1938, Bill Darden, founder of Red Lobster and Olive Garden restaurants, opened The Green Frog with the tagline ”service with a hop.” He allowed his Black and white customers to sit where they wanted. So technically, as an outspoken public ally, he risked being lynched. But he survived and his business was profitable and lucrative. In 1968, Darden, who used his profits from the Green Frog to invest in Florida-based chain restaurants and Howard Johnson properties, opened the first Red Lobster restaurant in Lakeland, Florida. It was so popular that one month later he had to open another one to keep up with the demand. As Darden’s restaurant enterprise grew, its commitment to being a leader in diversity by mirroring its labor pool with the cultural fabric of the local community became clear.