<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Feast and Fandom]]></title><description><![CDATA[Your go to for food and entertainment information in New York, New Jersey and beyond.]]></description><link>https://jboccellari.wixsite.com/feastandfandom/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 05:17:57 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://jboccellari.wixsite.com/feastandfandom/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Jersey Pickles - South Hackensack, NJ]]></title><description><![CDATA[I just left Jersey Pickles in South Hackensack, and I have to say — what a fantastic experience. Giovanni greeted me warmly and took the tim]]></description><link>https://jboccellari.wixsite.com/feastandfandom/post/jersey-pickles-south-hackensack-nj</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68deefa5b799c2cb36b9a6e7</guid><category><![CDATA[Food]]></category><category><![CDATA[Products]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2025 21:48:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ba3975_0a6d9848775642c284eeb3e9910cda53~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_292,h_285,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>John Boccellari</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Romeo Y Julieta Reserva Real Nicaragua Midnight Twist Toro]]></title><description><![CDATA[I had always been a fan of the Romeo Y Julieta brand, a name that resonates deeply within the cigar community and holds a special place in my heart. This brand was one of the very first that I encountered when I embarked on my cigar journey over two decades ago. Back then, as a novice in the world of premium cigars, I was searching for something that would not only introduce me to the rich tapestry of flavors but also provide a consistent experience that I could rely on. Romeo Y Julieta delivere]]></description><link>https://jboccellari.wixsite.com/feastandfandom/post/romeo-y-julieta-reserva-real-nicaragua-midnight-twist-toro</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67f01fa5b62b988f55934c22</guid><category><![CDATA[Cigars]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 20 Apr 2025 01:57:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ba3975_392fce5e301446038c593526983b7694~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>John Boccellari</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Ossining Boathouse - A Taste Above the Tides]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ossining Boathouse is a charming restaurant that I have had the pleasure of writing about in the past. Over the years, my family has grown to love both the exquisite dining experience and the warm, attentive staff that make each visit memorable. With every trip to this delightful establishment, it seems that they continually improve, enhancing the overall experience and solidifying our affection for this local gem. 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Typically, our weekends begin with a leisurely lunch at Buoy One, where we indulge in a variety of dishes that showcase the freshest local ingredients. ]]></description><link>https://jboccellari.wixsite.com/feastandfandom/post/buoy-one-riverhead-s-seafood-haven-where-freshness-meets-flavor</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67e067b7b476563994114f6d</guid><category><![CDATA[Restaurants]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 13 Apr 2025 00:51:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ba3975_86a983ff0c024d8998bbcd8710da9885~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>John Boccellari</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Savor the Flavors at Buttermilk's Kitchen: Patchogue's Culinary Delight]]></title><description><![CDATA[While traveling during our wonderful weekend of wine and spirit tasting, we decided to make a delightful detour for breakfast. The memories ]]></description><link>https://jboccellari.wixsite.com/feastandfandom/post/savor-the-flavors-at-buttermilk-s-kitchen-patchogue-s-culinary-delight</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67e0658ab47656399411484c</guid><category><![CDATA[Restaurants]]></category><category><![CDATA[Travel]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 02:57:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ba3975_e24f40d7c44b4d0e91933b31815a17ce~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_531,h_453,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>John Boccellari</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unveiling the Distinctive Tastes of Field &#38; Sound by Long Island Spirits]]></title><description><![CDATA[Long Island Spirits, located in Baiting Hollow, New York, has been a beloved destination for us for many years, serving as a delightful retr]]></description><link>https://jboccellari.wixsite.com/feastandfandom/post/unveiling-the-distinctive-tastes-of-field-sound-by-long-island-spirits</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67e066e3b476563994114ca7</guid><category><![CDATA[Travel]]></category><category><![CDATA[Bourbon]]></category><category><![CDATA[Things to Do]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 23:47:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ba3975_5250f6ffe9264736b9bf8211f4eb450e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>John Boccellari</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Savoring the Charm of American Beauty's 'The Restaurant' in Massapequa Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[On our way to Riverhead, New York, nestled in the beautiful Long Island, my wife and I made a fun pit stop at my mother-in-law's house. 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In the initial half, it...]]></description><link>https://jboccellari.wixsite.com/feastandfandom/post/cigar-review-the-rocky-patel-sun-grown-maduro-a-bold-and-complex-smoke</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67cb67d3a420dbf76f5c08fb</guid><category><![CDATA[Cigars]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 21:57:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ba3975_4f5c4ab994e348ca80a49d0229751324~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>John Boccellari</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Experience the Authentic Flavors of Cuba at Rumba Cubana in Rochelle Park, NJ]]></title><description><![CDATA[My first experience with Rumba Cubana came around ten years ago shortly after my oldest daughter was born.  My wife and I would go to the ]]></description><link>https://jboccellari.wixsite.com/feastandfandom/post/experience-the-authentic-flavors-of-cuba-at-rumba-cubana-in-rochelle-park-nj</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67be6869593af992b6e8724c</guid><category><![CDATA[Restaurants]]></category><category><![CDATA[Food]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 02:02:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ba3975_a1151e7f4faf494995aeaf54fa6ef1f0~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_275,h_137,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>John Boccellari</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[PRODUCT REVIEW - TRADER JOE'S GINGER SHRIMP LO MEIN]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trader Joe's has built a strong reputation for offering high-quality frozen meals that are easy to prepare, delicious, and cater to various ]]></description><link>https://jboccellari.wixsite.com/feastandfandom/post/product-review-trader-joe-s-ginger-shrimp-lo-mein</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67a1615ff0d6f42a5b4ecd3e</guid><category><![CDATA[Trader Joe's]]></category><category><![CDATA[Products]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 01:34:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ba3975_a38aa23a6507485996fab11ff7ea59a3~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>John Boccellari</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[THE RED PARROT RESTAURANT - NEWPORT, RI]]></title><description><![CDATA[With this being our second visit to Newport, we decided to visit an old friend in the form of The Red Parrot for dinner.  During our last vi]]></description><link>https://jboccellari.wixsite.com/feastandfandom/post/the-red-parrot-restaurant-newport-ri</link><guid isPermaLink="false">642b94550cb22aceded412ca</guid><category><![CDATA[Restaurants]]></category><category><![CDATA[Food]]></category><category><![CDATA[Travel]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jun 2023 03:11:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ba3975_d94d38679b494f2f8aa4e0371ac22ea9~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>John Boccellari</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[MAMA LEONE'S PIZZERIA - NEWPORT, RI]]></title><description><![CDATA[After fun morning of looking at more mansions, we decided to take a break and grab a quick bit.  We stopped in Mama Leone's Pizzeria which w]]></description><link>https://jboccellari.wixsite.com/feastandfandom/post/mama-leone-s-pizzeria-newport-ri</link><guid isPermaLink="false">642daed10bea4fc33a3da76f</guid><category><![CDATA[Restaurants]]></category><category><![CDATA[Travel]]></category><category><![CDATA[Food]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 19 May 2023 03:03:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ba3975_a947389fddc446daa2c60b191fad42c0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>John Boccellari</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[THE GAS LAMP GRILLE - NEWPORT, RI]]></title><description><![CDATA[We had a fun morning of site seeing at the local mansions of Newport and needed a recharge before the next stop.  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I have always enjoyed trying a new cigar and learning about the tabaco and what went into creating eac]]></description><link>https://jboccellari.wixsite.com/feastandfandom/post/product-review-patriot-cigar-company</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6407e4a916dc9c2bf6ba1bdd</guid><category><![CDATA[Products]]></category><category><![CDATA[Patriotism]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 10 Apr 2023 02:52:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ba3975_4892055e6ea544a6aa1ee3dc18c04ce4~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_297,h_295,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>John Boccellari</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[POST ROAD DINER - NORWALK, CT]]></title><description><![CDATA[My family and I took a trip out the Newport, RI for the week and decided to stop for some breakfast on the way.  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