Saffron Restaurant opens

Saffron Restaurant, located at 161-50 Cross Bay Boulevard in Howard Beach, celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon cutting. Pictured are (from left) Robin Musumechi, general manager, Phyllis Karmas, Paul Karmas, Jasmine “Mimi” Duarte, Herbert Duarte, owner, Vivian Duarte, Georgia Karmas, Jim Karmas and City Councilmember Eric Ulrich. Saffron, which offers Spanish cuisine with a variety of Tapas, is open Monday through Thursday and Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. For more information or to make a reservation, call 347-392-4152 or visit www.saffronrestaurantny.com