As someone who was born and raised on Manhattan Ave in Bridgeport during the vibrant 90s, some memories remain vivid and che...

West Haven, CT – March 26, 2025

West Haven's shoreline is set for a major transformation. In a unanimous vote, the West Haven P...

Welcome to Island Poke in Milford, Connecticut!  If you’re craving something fresh and delicious, come by to slurp, drink, and eat with us! Our ...

In an unexpected reversal at Connecticut Superior Court, Riko's Pizza, the renowned Stamford-based pizzeria famous for its artisanal thin-crust piz...

Introduction: Exciting times for pizza enthusiasts! Sally's Apizza, a storied name in the world of pizza, is set to open its Wobur...

On our latest adventure on The Hometown Explorer, we stumbled upon Red Heat Tavern, a local dining destination serving our community. This establis...

Nestled in the heart of Wethersfield, CT, is a gem that tells a tale as old as time. It's not just a place to shop or dine; it's a living testament...

The excitement has been bubbling over at BISTRO BUDDY, and it's all because of Sally's Apizza! Ever since the announcement and we post the ...

Hey there, fellow explorers! It's your food-loving friend, Bistro Buddy. Fresh from our adventures at the New England Taco Fest, we're geared up an...

In the face of a global pandemic, Connecticut's alcoholic hospitality sector has proven resilient, adapting to new consumer trends and regulations....

Greetings, food fanatics and welcome back to the Hometown Explorer blog! Today, we'll embark on an appetizing journey through Maggie McFly's rich h...

If you're looking for a unique dining experience that combines the best of Mexican and Vietnamese cuisine, look no further than Mexi-Pho. With a me...

Hey there! It's Becky from the Hometown Explorer, and in this video, my boyfriend and I visit Angelina's Trattoria in Westport, CT. This Italian ea...

If you're a fan of Zuppardi's Apizza, you'll be excited to hear about their newest addition - the Zuppardi's Mobile Slice Shop! Equipped to work wi...

Gordon Ramsay is a world-renowned British chef, restaurateur, and TV personality who has become a household name thanks to his fiery personality an...

Clam Castle, the beloved seafood restaurant located on the shoreline, has undergone a major transformation under its new ownership by food truck ty...

Scatz Catering Group, the owners of Holy Smokez BBQ Food Truck and Twisted Phillyz Food Truck, began in 2013 as a jazz lounge that showcased New Or...

As Riko's Pizza, a rapidly expanding pizzeria franchise, fights a potential eviction from one of its two restaurants on its home turf of Stamford, ...

Ridgewood restaurant Rolo's, a beloved local cafe and coffee shop, is thrilled to announce the expansion of their team with the addition of a Green...