Metro 303

You can get a taste of the South without ever getting on a plane by heading to Ben's Crab, which is only eight minutes from your Metro 303 apartment. Known for its seafood boils, here, you can create your own boils and customize with your desired sauces and seasonings. https://www.benscrab.com/

Pet Supplies Plus should be your next destination if you need new leashes, collars and more to take Fido on some hearty walks now that the sun is shining. Check out this destination for all types of pet supplies at 458 Hempstead Turnpike, West Hempstead. https://www.petsuppliesplus.com//west-/west-hempstead/9016

Celebrate National Doughnut Day on June 4 at Riesterer's Bakery, a longtime family-run bakery producing old-fashioned pastries and custom cakes since 1931. This shop is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth! https://www.rbakery.com/

On National Mimosa Day on May 16, don’t feel guilty about indulging in your favorite brunch cocktail instead, enjoy it at Revel Restaurant! At this cosmopolitan bistro, find a menu of globally inspired American seafood, meat and pasta dishes. https://www.revelrestaurant.com/

Stock up your kitchen with fresh and local fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses and more at the Rockville Centre Farmers Market, which has about two dozen vendors. Plus, many of them accept pre-orders. https://longislandgrowersmarket.com//Rockville-Center-Farm

June is the best time of year to see colorful florals in bloom, especially at Old Westbury Gardens, a 200-acre property with a historic mansion and formal botanical gardens. Plus, they offer daily guided tours! https://www.oldwestburygardens.org/

Head to Freeport Bait & Tackle this weekend if you’re looking to pick up everything you need for a spring full of fishing, including fresh and frozen bait, rods, reels and other fishing needs. Learn more about them here: https://www.yelp.com/biz/freeport-bait-and-tackle-freeport

If you plan on grilling up some meats for Memorial Day this month, get hot dogs, burgers, steaks and more from Town Meat Market which is only three minutes from your Metro 303 apartment. You can find it all here, all at reasonable prices! https://www.townmeatmarket.com/

A bouquet of flowers for Mom is a must on Mother’s Day, especially if it’s from Manny’s Florist, an experienced florist located at 4 Main St. in Hempstead. They offer a huge variety of flowers to create your perfect bouquet. https://flowersbymanny.com/

Impress Mom with one of the best Mother’s Day brunches in the area at Novitá Wine Bar & Trattoria. Here, a vast selection of wines is kept fresh by a high-tech system and served with small plates and pasta. Make your reservation here: https://www.novitany.com/

Sometimes, you just need a cold one after dealing with a stressful holiday season. You can always find one as well as wine, liquor and cocktails at Obsession Bar, a favorite local watering hole. NYE will look different this year, but it can still be fun!

Everyone loves a mug of hot chocolate during the wintertime, especially if it’s from the experts at The Witches Brew! This cafe has a vast tea and coffee menu, plus healthy food choices, in a century-old house.

If Chinese cuisine is a tradition for your family on Christmas Day, then place your order at No. 1 Great Wall this is a favorite local spot for Chinese classics for takeout or delivery, so you don’t even need to leave your Bozzuto apartment.

Winter in NY means ski season! Luckily, we have Sno-Haus Ski Shop right here in Hempstead, which is a spacious shop selling and renting skis, snowboard and gear, plus clothing and discounted lift tickets.

Break out those ice skates and head to Northwell Health Ice Center at Eisenhower Park this weekend! This local state-of-the-art facility boasts two NHL size rinks, a pro shop, café and more.