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Back-to-School: Lunch ideas
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It's time to pack healthy school lunches!
News 12 Long Island's Elisa DiStefano got some help from Woodmere nutritionist Bonnie Taub-Dix on what to pack.
Bonnie says that when making lunch we need to have a powerful combo - protein, whole grain carbs and some sort of healthy fats.
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2018 Tasty Tuesday Photos
Fried halloumi cheese from Petra Grill.
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Check out some photos of food and restaurants from our Tasty Tuesday series!
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A sample of the burgers and fries (and shakes) at Wahlburgers.
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Check out some photos of food and restaurants from our Tasty Tuesday series!
Tasty Tuesday: Skinnytaste
Tasty Tuesday: Skinnytaste
News 12's Elisa DiStefano and Elizabeth Hashagen sat with Gina Homolka to discuss her cookbook "Skinnytaste One and Done."News 12's Elisa DiStefano and Elizabeth Hashagen sat with Gina Homolka to discuss her cookbook "Skinnytaste One and Done."Tasty Tuesday: Celebrate with wine this Valentine's Day
Tasty Tuesday: Celebrate with wine this Valentine's Day
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Tasty Tuesday: A La Carte Cooking School
Tasty Tuesday: A La Carte Cooking School
Tasty Tuesday: A La Carte Cooking School
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Tasty Tuesday: Cherry Valley
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Tasty Tuesday: Local Burger Co.
Tasty Tuesday: Local Burger Co.
Tasty Tuesday: Local Burger Co.
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Tasty Tuesday: Breakfast with Marc Bynum
Tasty Tuesday: Breakfast with Marc Bynum
Tasty Tuesday: Breakfast with Marc Bynum
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Tasty Tuesday: Tasting Wahlburgers with Donnie Wahlberg
Donnie and Elisa shared some shakes together.
Donnie and Elisa shared some shakes together.
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Guide: Restaurants with fireplaces on Long Island
George Martin's Strip Steak has a fireplace to dine next to.
Looking to warm up while you dine in the colder months? Here is a list of restaurants across Long Island that feature a fireplace to cozy up next to.
Looking to warm up while you dine in the colder months? Here is a list of restaurants across Long Island that feature a fireplace to cozy up next to.
2018 Tasty Tuesday
2018 Tasty Tuesday
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Forecast: Bright and chilly, followed by snow, sleet Wednesday
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Mother of girl killed in boating accident renews push for safety legislation
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Group of LI employees wins $437M Mega Millions jackpot
Lotto. Caption
Lotto. Caption
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Wife of fallen detective: Donate to Healing Haven Animal Foundation
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Dead cat locked in cage discovered off Blue Point beach
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Massive show of support at wake services for fallen detective
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NYU to open tuition-free medical school in Mineola
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NASA rover finally bites the dust on Mars after 15 years
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2019 Jones Beach Summer Concert Lineup
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Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater is rolling out a new concert lineup for 2019.
Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater is rolling out a new concert lineup for 2019.
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News 12 Long Island wants to announce your wedding. Share your pictures and videos with News 12 Long Island viewers!
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Performers at The Paramount
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Take a look at the performers coming to The Paramount in Huntington.
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Each week, News 12's Lily Stolzberg heads into the kitchen with a different chef to cook up some delicious meals.
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Guide: Ice skating rinks on Long Island
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Guide: Winter theater shows on Long Island
Guide: Winter theater shows on Long Island
Guide: Winter theater shows on Long Island
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Guide: Restaurants with fireplaces on Long Island
George Martin's Strip Steak has a fireplace to dine next to.
Looking to warm up while you dine in the colder months? Here is a list of restaurants across Long Island that feature a fireplace to cozy up next to.
Looking to warm up while you dine in the colder months? Here is a list of restaurants across Long Island that feature a fireplace to cozy up next to.
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Guide: Places to go during February break on Long Island
Guide: Places to go during February break on Long Island
Guide: Places to go during February break on Long Island
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Guide: Indoor Play Places
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With the cold weather upon us, many parents might be looking for some indoor play places to take their kids. Here is a guide to some places across Long Island.
With the cold weather upon us, many parents might be looking for some indoor play places to take their kids. Here is a guide to some places across Long Island.
