All Island Blog

Chances are, if you’re not going to a bar or restaurant for the Super Bowl, you are attending or hosting a party. If this sounds like you, then you will need some delicious grub for all of the guests. Luckily, we here at All Island have compiled some of our favorite (simple) Super Bowl recipes that even the most inexperienced of chefs can perfect.

Topics: Food & Drink, Super Bowl, Long Island Fun

Every February, thousands of eager Long Islanders brave low temperatures to run into the ice-cold ocean in Long Beach. But, don’t worry, they’re not crazy—it’s for a good cause. This Polar Bear Plunge charity event is commonly referred to as the Annual Super Bowl Splash. Read on to learn about this important cause that benefits Make-A-Wish Metro New York.

Topics: Winter, Long Beach, Long Island Fun, Family

Whether you prefer a cold beer at a sports bar or a fancy drink at a new cocktail spot, Long Island has tons of exciting bars to quench your thirst. Actually, towns like Garden City have plenty of fun watering holes. From dives and taverns to wine and cocktail bars, these are the three best Garden City bars to visit this winter, or really anytime.

Topics: Nightlife, Food & Drink, restaurants, Bars

It shouldn’t come as a surprise that the thriving Long Island food scene extends to towns like East Meadow. In fact, this sprawling suburb is home to several different eateries that showcase a variety of tastes and cuisines. However, for the best of the best, just consult this handy list of the top East Meadow restaurants.

Topics: Food & Drink, restaurants, Long Island

With just a week left in 2018, it’s a good idea to start looking for the perfect New Year’s Eve venue to celebrate with family and friends. However, with so many places to choose from, it can be difficult to find the right one. Therefore, we’ve compiled a helpful guide to the top New Year’s Eve parties on Long Island. You won’t find many better places to begin 2019!

Topics: Nightlife, Food & Drink, restaurants, Bars, New Year's Eve, Holiday

If you’re looking to see some of the best plays and musicals in the world, Broadway is the place for you. No matter what you’re searching for, you can find it in New York. However, if you’re still undecided on exactly which one to catch, here are some of the top Broadway shows currently on stage.

Topics: New York, Entertainment, NYC

With just a couple of weeks left until the big day, time is running out for you to find the perfect Christmas restaurant to celebrate with friends and family. So, whether you’re looking to enjoy brunch, dinner or anything in between, here are some of the top eateries in our area open on this most holy holiday.

Topics: Holiday, Christmas, Food & Drink, restaurants

The holiday season is a special time of the year for families. That’s because there are plenty of festive, kid-friendly outings to participate in all across Long Island. So, whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah or anything else, here are some of the absolute best holiday activities happening in our area this month.

Topics: Holiday, Family, Kids, Long Island Events

During the winter season, there aren’t as many family-friendly activities and locations to visit on Long Island. However, there are plenty of fun museums to visit until the weather warms up—none more popular than the Long Island Children’s Museum in Garden City. They have hands-on exhibits and activities to keep your kids (and maybe even you) busy all season long.

Topics: Long Island Fun, Family, Kids

For most people, Long Island is known as a famous wine country with tons of world-class vineyards. However, sometimes it can be difficult to travel out east to all of the amazing wineries. Luckily, there are plenty of Long Island wine bars where you can find all kinds of local favorites and so much more.

Topics: Food & Drink, Nightlife, Bars