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Well Done: The Burger Loft’s Perfect Blend of Flavor and Community
The Burger Loft owners, brothers Kirk and Dimitri Theofanides, are third-generation restaurateurs who grew up working in their father’s pizza shop, learning the ins and outs of great food and hospitality from an early age. After spending 25 years as locals, Kirk, Dimitri, and their partner, John, saw the perfect [...]
ES Home Textile Studio: Sew Perfect in Nyack
Nestled in the heart of Nyack, ES Home Textile Studio is a family-run business dedicated to crafting high-quality, custom home textiles. Founded by Erika Szente and now co-run with her daughter, Sara, this mother-daughter duo has turned a passion for craftsmanship into a thriving business that brings beauty and function [...]
Herb Lack Paints & Hardware: Where Nyack Finds Its Fix
Glenn & Joe Monterey Herb Lack Paints & Hardware has been an essential part of the Nyack community for over 40 years, combining personalized service with a deep commitment to its customers. Founded in 1978, the store was initially owned by Lenny and Linda Sullivan, who laid the [...]
Julie Stapen Photography: Nyack’s Visual Storyteller Through Light and Lens
Julie Stapen (right) & her family.(Photo Credit: Meghan Aragao) For Julie Stapen, photography is more than a career—it's a lifelong passion. Her journey began in fifth grade when she got her first camera and took every photography class available. This early enthusiasm led her to study visual arts in [...]
Mekong District: Redefining Vietnamese Dining in the Heart of Nyack
Fay & Tai Nham (Photo Credit: Tania Savayan) Nestled in the heart of Downtown Nyack, Mekong District is far from your typical Vietnamese restaurant. This vibrant eatery combines a modernized take on Vietnamese cuisine with unique features like Rockland County’s first self-pour beer taps and weekly live music, [...]
Olive’s: A Nyack Icon with 45 Years of Legacy
Marianne Olive (Photo Credit: Olive's) Nestled in the heart of Nyack, Olive’s isn’t just a bar; it’s a vibrant venue with a rich history that has welcomed artists, musicians, and community members for almost 45 years. Owned by Marianne Olive, Olive’s is the longest-standing bar in town, known [...]