Where To Get Affordable Takeout In NYC
April 30, 2020: Infatuation
Fortunately, there are places where you can order delivery or takeout, actually enjoy it, and not spend a fortune. In Bronx Little Italy, there’s Calabria Pork Store. Sausages cover the entire ceiling of this specialty shop, and you can enjoy a massive, delicious prosciutto sandwich and more to go! Read more, here.
“He was a man of deep faith”: Belmont pastor Monsignor Ruvo dies at 93
April 28, 2020: Bronx Times
Monsignor John Ruvo was the pastor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in the Bronx for nearly 25 years. On April 26, he passed away at the age of 93 from the coronavirus. He will be sorely missed by the entire community. Read more, here.
Lunch for Life Supporting Workers at SBH Health System
April 24, 2020: 1010 WINS
Through Lunch for Life, Fordham Prep and Mike’s Deli have coordinated efforts to assist the workers of SBH Health System with donations of food and personal protective equipment as they continue their work on the frontline during the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen to the segment, here.
Family Restaurant not counting on coronavirus bailout
April 24, 2020: FOX Business
In its nearly 100 year history, Ann & Tony’s has weathered its share of challenges, from the Great Depression to the financial crisis of 2008. Through these times, the restaurant never counted on government assistance, and that hasn’t changed during the current pandemic. During times of hardship, the most valuable lessons Ralph Napolitano learned from his family are to stay strong and push through. Read more, here.
Ritchie Torres Represents the Bronx from his Apartment
April 24, 2020: New Yorker
Council Member Ritchie Torres, faces numerous challenges due to the devastating impacts of COVID-19. The Bronx has currently has the highest death rate per capita, many children don’t have access to Wi-Fi for remote schooling, and essential businesses are struggling to stay open. Read more, here.
Maria Di Rende On Protecting Enzo’s Legacy in the Bronx’s Little Italy
April 22, 2020: Zagat Stories
Maria Di Rende is the owner of Enzo’s of Arthur Avenue. She started the restaurant, in her hometown, with her husband Enzo, who passed away two years ago. Di Rende runs the restaurant now while also raising five daughters. Read more, here.
Three Veteran NYC Restaurateurs Die Due to Coronavirus
April 20, 2020: Eater NY
Mario’s Restaurant owner Joseph Migliucci is one of three NYC restauranteurs that have died from COVID-19 related complications this month. At the age of 81, he was admitted to the hospital on March 31, and died six days later. Read more, here.
Bronx Mourns Loss of Two Legendary Restaurant Owners to Coronavirus
April 18, 2020: NY1
The culinary world in the Bronx is in mourning, after two long-time restaurant owners passed away due to coronavirus complications. Here in Belmont, the loss of Joseph Migliucci, owner of Mario’s Restaurant, is saddening to all. Read more, here, and watch the segment, here.
How NYC Restaurants are Helping Health Care Workers in the COVID-19 Fight
April 16, 2020: Thrillist
As doctors, nurses, researchers, and other heath care workers work to save lives, who us taking of them? Restaurants across the City are stepping up to help. In Bronx Little Italy, Mike’s Deli partnered with Fordham Prep to create Lunch for Life for SBH Health System workers, and Enzo’s of Arthur Avenue, MichaelAngelo’s, and Madonia Bakery also all donated to frontline workers. Read more, here.
Joseph Migliacci, Fixture at Storied Bronx Restaurant, Dies at 81
April 13, 2020: The Washington Post
Joseph Migliucci, owner of Mario’s Restaurant, a red-sauce cornerstone of the Bronx’s Little Italy, has passed away due to COVID-19. Along with his wife and children, he is survived by his sister Diane Lentini, 16 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.His daughter, Regina Migliucci-Delfino, said she will continue the family legacy and run the restaurant. Read more, here.
New York’s Italian Americans, now at U.S. epicenter, relive the heartache felt as virus ravages families overseas”
April 13, 2020: The Washington Post
The loss of Joseph Migliucci has been stark and stunning to the Bronx Little Italy community amidst the coronavirus pandemic. The change in daily life hasn’t been easy for the neighborhood as boisterous banter and affection is a way of life. The support is still present, as shown in Antonio’s Trattoria where many locals are ignoring the discounted menu and preferring to pay full price. Read more, here.
Bronx pizza legend had dying wish for daughter to take over
April 13, 2020: PIX11, ABC, and FOX
Joseph Migliucci, owner of the legendary Mario’s Restaurant was laid to rest on April 13th. In the hospital, Joe requested to FaceTime his daughter Regina, and made her promise to reopen the restaurant after the crisis was over. Read more, here and watch segments, here here, and here.
Even These Days, Take Home The Bronx for the Best Easter Sunday (and Beyond) Treats
April 11, 2020: Forbes
Although this is an unusual times to be in New York on Easter, there are still a host of traditional places that prepare for your favorite items. Customers may visit Gino’s Pastry Shop, Mike’s Deli, Calandra Cheese, Maodnia Bakery, Addeo Bakery, Teitel Brothers, Cerini Coffee & Gifts, and Vincent’s Meat Market for an array of goods. If you don’t feel like cooking, restaurants like Antonio’s Trattoria, Enzo’s of Arthur Ave, and MichaelAngelo’s are open for takeout. Read more, here.
The Road to Recovery
April 10, 2020: Straus News
Closing the city was simple, compared to the task ahead of reopening it. What’s most important to people who run business is clarity, shares Peter Madonia, owner of Madonia Bakery. Businesses need to be told what they can and can’t do, and business will pivot that way. Read more, here.
Holy Week on Arthur Avenue During Coronavirus
April 10, 2020: NY 1
During coronavirus, Easter looks very different for families this year. Small businesses are feeling the impact as well, as they try to adjust, as the usual crowds are not coming to shop. Gino’s Pastry Shop owner, Jerome Raguso, shares that walking around the neighborhood now is heartbreaking. Watch the segment, here.
Businesses still open for Easter holiday
April 10, 2020: News 12 The Bronx
Businesses in Bronx Little Italy are still open and offering takeout, delivery, and shipping as Easter approaches. Peter Madonia, owner of Madonia Bakery shares that it’s about sustenance now, and taking care of your family, as opposed to gathering and celebrating the holiday. It’s different and sad, but this too shall pass. Watch the segment, here.
Bronx Little Italy restaurants donate food amid COVID-19, loss of restaurant owner
April 10, 2020: ABC
It is a surreal atmosphere in the Belmont section of the Bronx, days after losing Joseph Migliucci, owner of Mario’s Restaurant, and ahead of Easter. Through these difficult times many businesses in the community are reaching out to local hospitals and the precinct and donating warm meals and dry goods. Read more, here.
How Arthur Ave is Helping to Feed Hospital Workers, NYPD & Community
April 10, 2020: Bronx Mama
While small businesses have been severely impacted due to COVID-19, that hasn’t stopped many of them from donating meal to essential personnel. Enzo’s of Arthur Avenue, MichaelAngelo’s, Howl at the Moon, and Madonia Bakery have donated an array of food to the emergency rooms at a variety of Bronx hospitals and the local 48th Precinct. Through Lunch for Life, Mike’s Deli has prepared food for SBH workers as well. Zero Otto Nove set up a GoFundMe campaign for their workers, and the Belmont BID has donated to a Grocery Gift Card Fundraiser, an initiative to help Bronx residents get free groceries. Read more, here.
Little Italy in the Bronx Unusually Empty Ahead of Easter
April 10, 2020: ABC 7 News
As a result of the coronavirus, most families aren’t gathering celebrate Easter. As a result, neighborhood stores aren’t as busy as they usually are fulfilling holiday orders. What is most saddening of course, is that families won’t be able to celebrate together as they usually do, however technology allows many to come together in a new way. Watch the segment, here.
Virtual Holiday Observances
April 10, 2020: NBC 4 News
Due to the novel coronavirus, Easter looks very different to people this year. Thankfully some traditions can be kept alive, as businesses along Arthur Avenue remain open, providing customers with their favorite traditional holiday foods. Watch the segment, here.
Bronx Businesses Donating Meals
April 10, 2020: NBC 4 News
To thank the workers on the frontlines, Bronx Little Italy businesses have been donating food to show their appreciation. Businesses like Madonia Bakery, Mike’s Deli, Enzo’s of Arthur Avenue and Michaelangelo’s have donated fresh food to SBH and the 48th Precinct. Watch the segment, here.
“Dine In NYC” New Initiative to Support Local Bars, Cafes, and Restaurants During COVID-19
April 9, 2020: Hombre 1
Dine In NYC is the digital initiative that encourages those who are able, to patronize establishments across the five boroughs. The guide includes the Bronx Beer Hall, which is open for take out of beer and wine in the Arthur Avenue Retail Market. Read more, here.
Fordham Prep Donates Safety Equipment and Meals to Local Hospital
April 8, 2020: Catholic New York
Through Lunch for Life, Fordham Prep and Mike’s Deli have coordinated efforts to assist SBH Health System with donations of food and personal protective equipment during the coronavirus crisis. Read more, here.
Arthur Ave Gives Back and Remembers a Patriarch
April 8, 2020: Bronx Times
The Arthur Avenue community lost a legend this week. Joseph Migliucci, at the age of 81, lost his life due to COVID-19. He will be missed by all. The community continues to help the front line workers. Enzo’s of Arthur Ave has donated food to SBH Health System and the 48th Precinct. Although the restaurant is barely surviving due to the epidemic, it means so much to the owner, Maria DiRende, to help people out. Read more, here.
Bronx sandwich heroes raise $50,000 to help Arthur Ave. deli feed coronavirus front lines at St. Barnabas Hospital
April 7, 2020: Daily News
Mike’s Deli has teamed up with Fordham Prep to provide a month of lunches to the coronavirus front lines at SBH Health System. This has been made possible through their Lunch for Life initiative. Read more, here.
Mario’s Restaurant owner dies of coronavirus-related complications
April 7, 2020: News12 Brooklyn
Joseph Migliucci, owner of Mario’s Restaurant, passed away leaving behind a family including 16 grandchildren. The Bronx Little Italy community will miss him and continue to honor his legacy. Read more, here.
Patriarch of Mario’s Restaurant Passes Away
April 6, 2020: News12 Brooklyn
Joseph Migliucci, the patriarch of Mario’s Restaurant, passed away from COVID-19 on the morning of April 6th. His smile, kindness, and presence will remain with us forever, and he will be missed by all. Watch the segment, here.
Where to Shop Online, Takeout or Pickup for Easter During COVID-19.
April 3, 2020: Stacy Knows
With Palm Sunday and Easter coming up people will still be able to get their favorite traditional foods thanks to many of the essential businesses in Bronx Little Italy. Customers can choose to take out orders or even get items shipped directly to their homes. Read more, here.
Fordham Prep raises $40K for St. Barnabas Hospital
April 3, 2020: Bronx Times
Fordham Prep recently launched Lunch for Life, where funds raised are given to our local Mike’s Deli, which will make and deliver delicious meals for the people working so hard at SBH Health System. Read more, here.
Arthur Avenue in the Bronx is just a click (or call) away for Easter staples
April 2, 2020: LoHud
Your Easter meal can still be fresh, delicious, and traditional, thanks to essential businesses in the Arthur Avenue neighborhood that remain open for take out and/or offer shipping. You may find pizza rustica at Mike’s Deli, fresh ricotta at Calandra Cheese, lamb from Vincent’s Meat Market, Easter bread from Addeo and Madonia Bakeries, and cheesecake and cannoli from Gino’s Pastry Shop. If you don’t feel like cooking, restaurants Antonio’s, Enzo’s, and MichaelAngelo’s are open for take out. Read more, here.
Independent pharmacy owners working around the clock
April 1, 2020: BronxTimes
While many people are working from home, laid off or furloughed, many were deemed essential and are now working harder than ever. Such is the case for Roger Paganelli, the owner of Mt. Carmel Pharmacy. Since the COVID-19 crisis began, the pharmacy has been making special accommodations including offering curbside pickup, waiving delivery fees, and offering pill packaging. Read more, here.