Open Kitchen Experiences

I love restaurants that are bold enough to show their kitchen team and space in action for two reasons. I love to cook and I admire those who can cook – even with lots of eyes on them…

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Fresh Food & Fun: 5 Can't-Miss Local Farmers Markets

The summer months bring sunny-skied vacations, long laughing nights and rambling road trips, but when it’s time to hunker down and gather ‘round the dinner table, there’s no better place to grab ingredients for a fresh meal than a local Finger Lakes farmers market. Often viewed as a great alternative to eating out, farmers markets provide a venue for farmers to sell directly to consumers, which translates to the freshest fruits, vegetables, meats and cheeses in town. Need some arugula for that salad? Check. Some cheddar for Mom’s mac and cheese that you traveled hours for? No problem. How about some juicy strawberries for an afternoon snack? The farmers market has you covered…

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7 Photos from Ontario County's Craft Beverage Trail

Craft beer is having a moment, especially here in New York State. While the Finger Lakes area is most commonly associated with wine, the presence of breweries throughout Ontario County cannot be overlooked. To celebrate American Craft Beer Week, I decided to round up some pictures from our local breweries—and maybe inspire you to go have a pint or two this weekend. (I know I will!)…

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Spring Into a Girls Trip Getaway

Spring is finally here—which means it’s time to start easing out of your self-induced wintertime hibernation. What better time than spring to plan that girlfriend getaway you’ve always talked about? But where to begin? So many things to do and so little time. I’m here to make that choice a little easier—if you stick with the four S’s of the Finger Lakes region…

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