Connecticut
A CT restaurant knew the pull of outdoor dining. They created it on a river and added lobster rolls.
A Connecticut restaurant stands out among 10 others of the same name with its stunning outdoor view and even a special patio menu that includes lobster rolls.
Wood-n-Tap in Farmington has a close-up view of the Farmington River, where outdoor guests can see deer, eagles, people fishing, kayaking, an occasional bear on the other side of the river, water rippling over stones and anything else nature might bring, said Phil Barnett, co-founder and co-CEO of Hartford Restaurant Group and its Wood-n-Tap restaurants.
“The view is beautiful,” Barnett said. “Our outdoor patio is well-known for its ambience, appearance and popularity as the place to meet friends and family with the Farmington River as a beautiful backdrop.”
Hartford Restaurant Group has nine Wood- n-Tap restaurants, including in Connecticut and one in Massachusetts. Another is slated to open in Groton later this year.
The Farmington restaurant, opened in 2019 at 1593 Farmington Ave. has a different look outdoors than all the others.
Barnett said his restaurant group owned a Wood-n-Tap nearby when the property on the river became available. They were planning upgrades at the former location, but decided instead to buy the riverfront parcel that long housed Apricot’s Restaurant.
The deciding factor to buy was the view, Barnett said. There was also more parking, he said.
The other location had a view of a pond.
Barnett said to maximize the location they more than quadrupled the outdoor space.
They can seat more than 100 people on patio, 40 on the deck, 40 on the grass, Barnett said.
There is also an outdoor bar and live acoustic music on Tuesdays.
Barnett said this is the time of year outdoor dining is popular, as it’s not cold, but not super hot either.
“It’s got a great feel to it. It’s lively, relaxing,” said Barnett, noting they’ve received awards for outdoor dining in the spot.
Even though it’s not the ocean, sitting outside near the water makes people want seafood, so they even came up with a special menu two years ago.
The special summer dining menu at the riverside includes steak, Connecticut lobster rolls; the Riverview Platter, with fried clam strips, shrimp and cod; Clams Casino Flatbread with garlic, peppers and bacon, Fajita Steak with Cubanelle peppers and onions; Sausage and Peppers, Island Bites; and Key Lime Pie.
HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) — On Saturday morning, families of the Connecticut National Guard gathered for an annual event designed to provide support and comfort during the holiday season.
Operation Embracing Lonely Families has been a tradition for 23 years, offering much-needed support to military families separated from loved ones who are deployed.
The event focuses on easing some of the financial burden and emotional stress that military families face during deployments, especially during the holidays.
“It’s an enjoyment because it brings everyone closer during the holiday so they can still be around their family too,” said Newton Maldonado, a National Guard soldier.
One of the attendees, Nicole Scalora, whose husband was recently deployed to Africa for a year, shared the challenges of military life.
“It’s tough. We have to take it one day at a time. Doing everything at home by yourself, not having that shoulder to rely on can be difficult. But I have a lot of family and a lot of support, so that helped a lot. Also, the military is constantly reaching out. Making sure that we’re good and that if we need help, they’re there,” she said.
Saturday’s event included treats and toys for the families, as well as a visit from Santa Claus.
The tradition, which began under former Governor Jodi Rell and continued by each subsequent Lieutenant Governor, has become a symbol of appreciation for those who serve and their families.
While this year’s ceremony was smaller in scale, organizers are expecting the event to grow significantly next year, with nearly 800 families anticipated to attend.
These families are affected by the various deployments of National Guard members overseas.
Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz expressed her gratitude, noting, “, I’m really glad for the people of Connecticut that our celebration is rather small, because it means our national guard families are here at home celebrating.”
The event remains an important opportunity for the community to come together and honor the sacrifices made by military families throughout Connecticut.
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Several vehicles and an outdoor furnace were destroyed in a fire in Woodstock on Friday night.
Firefighters from Muddy Brook Fire Department responded to Paine District Road around 9 p.m. for a report of a detached garage on fire with exposure.
When fire crews arrived, they said they found a 20′ by 20′ building with fire throughout.
According to fire officials, several vehicles and an outdoor furnace were destroyed in the fire.
The fire did not spread from the building of origin and no injuries were reported.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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