Indo-Fusion Restaurant Opens In Syosset’s Downtown

such an honor for us... It had a lot to say about Syosset itself because they want to support local businesses. It confirmed to us that we made the right choice by coming to Syosset.” jcorr@antonmediagroup.com

Spice Hub in Syosset, a new Indofusion restaurant that offers various rice bowls, kebabs, naan and much more, celebrated its grand opening on Jan. 21.

Located at 35 Jackson Ave. in Syosset, it’s conveniently located near the Syosset Train Station, and offers a fresh and quick (depending on what one orders) meal that can be enjoyed at one of the tables in the restaurant or taken to go.

The restaurant was founded by Raj Sahni in partnership with his wife Kawal Sahni and son, Taram Singh.

“He decided one day that he wanted to switch up businesses, we have Verizon stores,” Singh said. “So he decided that he wanted to get into a restaurant, and the one thing he always wanted was something really fresh.”

The family wanted to provide food that they’d enjoy themselves, with quality they’d expect from their food.

And Spice Hub is bringing a new flavor to town, as there is no other Indian restaurant in Syosset (at least what could be found on Google Maps.)

“Not only was there nothing here in terms of Indian food, we felt like Syosset was the perfect town for us to start off,” Singh said. “[The ribbon cutting] was amazing. We had a great response from the town and we had a couple politicians come as well, which was

So what can one expect when visiting Syosset?

Spice Hub, Singh explained, is open concept, with the kitchen surrounded by glass so customers can see the process of their food being made. Spice Hub offers rice bowl specials that can be ready in minutes and customized to their flavor; with a choice between white or brown rice, protein (including a vegetarian option; paneer, which is a non-melting cheese made from full fat milk) and a curry.

“When we have our specialty, which is our Tandoori items; all the proteins that go into the oven, those vary, depending on the protein, take 15 to 18 minutes,” Singh said. “We don’t have a single freezer in our kitchen. Everything is refrigerated and we just marinate our meats and everything is used up the next day. That’s why we kept everything open glass, because we want to make sure we keep our standards.”

Spice Hub is also open to dietary needs, as there are two fryers, one just for vegetarian foods and foods, and the other dedicated to the meats.

Note from the editor:

When I stopped by to check out the restaurant, I was graciously provided with some food and drinks to try; a fresh drink made with lychee and yogurt, a vegetable samosa and a paneer tikka masala rice bowl. I got to watch the rice bowl be made and learn about all the food I was about to try, and it was all absolutely delicious.

Wantagh Man Killed In Woodbury Accident

The Nassau County Police Department Homicide Squad reports the details of a Fatal Vehicular Accident that occurred on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023 at 2:32 p.m. in Woodbury.

According to detectives, Police responded to the parking lot of On Parade Diner located at 7980 Jericho Turnpike for an auto accident. Willem Specht, 62, of 8030 Jericho Turnpike, entered his gray 2004 Infiniti sedan where he backed up southbound and struck a male pedestrian, Joseph Devito, 61,of Wantagh who just exited the diner. The male victim suffered severe trauma and was transported by

Letter To The Editor

LAVINE TO GARBARINO: ‘THANKS BUT NO THANKS’

Assemblymember Charles D. Lavine (D-North Shore, LI) responds to an email from Congressman Andrew Garbarino with the following statement:

“At a hastily called press event on Jan. 11, a lengthy parade of Nassau County Republicans took the extraordinarily courageous step of calling on their colleague George Santos to resign. They suggested that he was not welcome at either their headquarters or at their events. They indicated that their other Congressional Representatives would take it upon themselves to provide representation to the people of the Third Congressional District, the people Santos was elected to represent.

On Jan. 18, I received an email from Congressman Andrew Garbarino, repre- senting New York’s Second District in Suffolk County, advising that I was one of his ‘new constituents,’ and urging that I could rely on his office’s resources.

Along with everyone else in Northern Nassau and Northern Queens, I live in Santos’ Third Congressional District. I am not a constituent of Congressman Garbarino’s Suffolk District.

In response, I emailed my old friend Andy Garbarino as follows: ‘While I appreciate you reaching out, you are not my Congressional represen- tative and I am not your ‘new constituent.’ George Santos, with whom and for whom you campaigned, is my Congressional representative. That fact is truly shameful. Thanks again and wishing you well.’

So, to Congressman Garbarino, with whom I worked in the New York State Assembly before he was elected to the House of Representatives, I simply say, ‘Thanks but no thanks.’

For better or worse, Santos is our Congressman and I expect him, perhaps unrealistically, to make some effort to try to live up to his responsibilities.

Nassau County Ambulance to a nearby hospital. The driver remained at the scene and was arrested. The victim was pronounced at 3:45 p.m. by a hospital physician. The investigation is ongoing.

Defendant Willem Specht is charged with Driving While Intoxicated, Reckless Endangerment in the Second Degree, Assault in the Second Degree, Vehicular Manslaughter in the Second Degree and Manslaughter in the Second Degree. He was arraigned on Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023 at First District Court in Hempstead. —Submitted by the Nassau County Police Department

I am not inclined to reach out to the same Republican politicians who offer assistance but are simply attempting to shield themselves from criticism. As the old saying goes, ‘Once bitten, twice shy.’

Should Santos be unresponsive to any requests I may have for assistance to the people I represent, I will reach out to either Senators Schumer or Gillibrand, or to any number of Democratic Congressional representatives.”

Charles Lavine represents the 13th Assembly District, which consists of portions of northeastern Nassau County. He serves as Chair of the Judiciary Committee and is a member of the Committees on Codes, Ethics and Guidance, Rules and Insurance.

—Submitted by the Office of Assemblymember Charles D. Lavine