
Who doesn't love the amazing smell of a local bakery or ice cream parlor? Long Island is home to some of the country's best local dessert destinations. For those residents who are searching for an after-dinner treat or an assortment of desserts for a party or celebration, there are plenty of options to choose from.
It just so happens Dessert Day is in October, so it's the perfect excuse to indulge in your favorite sweet treat. If you're in the mood for a milkshake, cupcake, cookie, or ice cream, here is a list of local dessert shops from our real estate agents:

Pasta is one of the most popular foods in the world, so it's no surprise this quintessential family-table cuisine has its own day of recognition. October 17 is National Pasta Day, and October is pasta month. A warm bowl of pasta is a favorite meal among our real estate agents, each who has their own favorite dish.
One of the best ways to enjoy pasta is in a dimly lit romantic dining room with a nice glass of wine. Luckily, there are dozens of amazing Italian restaurants around Long Island where you can enjoy this exact experience. Here are some of our top picks:

Guess what's sizzling across Long Island this month? Fajitas! In honor of National Fajita Day, our local Mexican and Tex Mex restaurants are busy cooking-up batches of their best fajitas. With juicy marinated steak, chicken, or shrimp, bell peppers and onions, and a warm batch of tortillas, you really can't go wrong. Fajitas are not only delicious, but they're also make for some healthy eating.
It was tough to narrow it down to just five, but our real estate agents came up with a list of our favorite Long Island Mexican restaurants where you can find the best fajitas this week:

If you're looking to become acquainted with all the amazing things Long Island has to offer, guided tours are the way to go. They're a great way to experience our local communities and meet new people, and they're also a fun weekend activity to do with friends and family.
There are so many fascinating ways to experience Long Island culture. You can tour some of our communities by land or sea! Here is a quick list of some Long Island summer tour recommendations from our real estate agents:

Nothing is better than an ice cream cone on a warm summer evening. Whether you're looking to cool off after a busy day outdoors or just looking for some tasty dessert after dinner, our local ice cream shops exist to satisfy your sweet tooth. Waffle cones, sundaes, milkshakes, and more — everyone has a favorite ice cream treat, and you don't have to travel far to find it on Long Island.
Gather your friends, family, and dogs and head out and grab a sweet treat this summer. You'll probably run into our real estate agents enjoying a cone at one of these awesome Long Island ice cream destinations: