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Enoteca Maria – an authentic taste of Italy on Staten Island
Enoteca Maria on Staten Island is a cultural Italian destination. Do you remember your grandmother’s cooking? How the aroma of your favorite dishes would fill up the air every time she touched the stove with her aged, yet experienced h...
Realtors Decline in Numbers
As the housing market continues to struggle, the number of members of the National Association of Realtors dips below 1 million. The highly inter-dependent relationship between the number of actively practicing Realtors and the economy is w...
Perfect Restaurants for Your Valentine’s Date
Valentine’s Day is a holiday known for love and romance. To make this evening a memorable one, plan a romantic date and treat your lover to a special evening they won’t soon forget. I’m talking about sharing a luscious dining experience w...
PepperJack Grill in Staten Island – A Neighborhood Staple
PepperJack…..With only 24 hours left to file the paperwork for the name of her newly renovated space, Melissa O’Connell (a very attentive owner of the restaurant) had to come up with something quick! She turned to her roots and her pass...
Things to Do this Weekend
“NYC braces for 3-5 inches of snow” read one of today’s headlines in the local newspaper. Really? Let the panic begin! Well if you are brave enough to get out of the house this weekend, here are some events around town: Medi...
MTA Bus Time comes to Staten Island
Few days ago, Staten Islanders were the first to receive real-time bus information for every bus route in the entire borough. The service, MTA Bus Time, allows riders to access the system from their cellphones or computers to get an updated arr...
Top 3 Most Expensive Staten Island Homes Sold in 2011
Recession? What recession? The slowing economy has in fact been providing some great real estate opportunities for the wealthy, and it certainly has not changed their lifestyle. The proof is in the numbers. It will come as no surprise that the ...
Happy New Year 2012!
On December 31st, when the clock strikes twelve, people all over the world cheer and wish each other a very Happy New Year. On this delightful day let me wish you that the New Year brightens up each day with joy, warmth, and new promises! M...