Soupor Hero, Farmingdale

SouporHero Kitchen's Marc Bynum is more than just a head chef, he's an advocate for the fight against childhood obesity and depression, as well as a three-time champion on the Food Network's Chopped. Chef Bynum is a Farmingdale native and returned back to his hometown. Chef Bynum honed his skills the old-fashioned way: learning the joy of making a delicious dinner from his mother, then working his way up the ranks in professional kitchens. His experiences in home cooking bring a traditional touch to SouporHero Kitchen's meals, with sandwiches made from ingredients such as 36-hour slow-cooked beef brisket, or breakfast bowls of egg with wholesome steel-cut oatmeal. Some other highlights from the menu:

• Savor a sandwich: The heros here prove that SouporHero Kitchen isn't just a fun, pun-based name. Enjoy handheld meals such as the classic pastrami on rye, or the Aquaman, made with house-cured salmon and caper tapenade.

• Fuel your body with a freshly blended smoothie made with tasty fruits and berries, healthy greens, and dashes of nutrient-packed superfoods.

• Stay light with a gourmet salad such as the kale and quinoa in a tangy citrus vinaigrette, or a "Chopped" Chef Salad made from market greens, roasted red pepper, and chickpeas.