8 Best Places for a Bloody Mary in New York

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Nostalgia Ale House & Wine Bar, Malta, NY

The Sunday brunch menu includes a Bloody Mary Shrimp Cocktail. It is served with three shrimp soaking in the drink along with stuffed green olives.

The Sunday brunch menu includes a Bloody Mary Shrimp Cocktail. It is served with three shrimp…

Best Pizza in New York: Our 10 Favorites

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Mama Mia’s Pizza & Café, Saratoga Springs, NY

Owned by Giuseppe Grisio, who was born in Italy’s Puglia region, this unassuming strip-mall pizza restaurant produces perfect Neapolitan-style and Sicilian-style-stuffed-crust pizzas from its…

Owned by Giuseppe Grisio, who was born in Italy’s Puglia region, this unassuming strip-mall…

The Perfect Fourth of July in New York

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Saratoga’s All American Celebration, Saratoga Springs, NY

Head to Saratoga for a weekend-long celebration of Independence Day that includes road races, dog parades, a barbecue festival, a classic car show, and fireworks. Make sure to buy goods from local…

Head to Saratoga for a weekend-long celebration of Independence Day that includes road races, dog…

Traditional Vietnamese: Best Pho Restaurants in New York

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Phila Fusion Noodle Bar, Saratoga Springs, NY

All of Phila Fusion’s pho is consists of rice noodles and an aromatic broth, served with basil, bean sprouts, cilantro, mint, lime, onions, and scallions. You’ll have your choice of…

All of Phila Fusion’s pho is consists of rice noodles and an aromatic broth, served with…

10 Best Pasta Places in New York

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Three Vines Bistro, Saratoga Springs, NY

Three Vines Bistro offers authentic handmade Italian food in Saratoga Springs. They have gluten free, vegetarian, and vegan options available. Their penne alla vodka costs $18 and is made with…

Three Vines Bistro offers authentic handmade Italian food in Saratoga Springs. They have gluten…

Crispy Perfection: Best Places for Fried Chicken in New York

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Hattie’s Restaurant, Saratoga Springs, NY

Featured on two national, “Best fried chicken in the U.S.” this restaurant has been a Saratoga favorite since 1938. The fried chicken joint has been serving up delectable chicken since…

Featured on two national, “Best fried chicken in the U.S.” this restaurant has been a…

New York's Coolest (and Most Unique) Hotels

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An Adirondack Treehouse Retreat, Middle Grove, NY

This AirBnb rental is located just nine miles from Saratoga in the foothills of the Adirondacks. The cozy, simple, secluded hotel is an actual treehouse in the woods, with a covered porch, a wooden…

This AirBnb rental is located just nine miles from Saratoga in the foothills of the Adirondacks.…

The 30 Best Free Things to Do In New York State!

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Yaddo Gardens

From 8 am until dusk every day of the week, Yaddo Gardens in Saratoga Springs is open to the public. Located on a 400-acre estate, the Yaddo Garden Association was founded in 1991 and according to…

From 8 am until dusk every day of the week, Yaddo Gardens in Saratoga Springs is open to the…

The 10 Best Public Golf Courses in New York!

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Saratoga National Golf Club, Saratoga Springs, NY

This par-72 course is known for lush fairways, blue-water ponds, an excellent resort, and its close proximity to the Saratoga horse racing track.

This par-72 course is known for lush fairways, blue-water ponds, an excellent resort, and its close…

The 10 Best Music Venues in the state of New York!

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Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC), Saratoga Springs, NY

Opened in 1966, this Saratoga Springs staple is currently the summer home of both the New York City Ballet and the Philadelphia Orchestra. The outdoor amphitheater, located in Saratoga Spa State…

Opened in 1966, this Saratoga Springs staple is currently the summer home of both the New York City…

Bike Barn Cycling & Fitness, Cohoes, NY

Featured in The 7 Best Bike Shops in New York!

This Albany-area bike shop does it all—they sell a variety of bikes, from mountain bikes and road bikes to hybrids and specialty bikes, organize group rides, and offer repairs and unique… Read More

Gershon’s Deli, Schenectady, NY

Featured in The 13 Best Delis in New York!

This Jewish deli is renowned in the area for its huge pastrami and corned beef sandwiches that keep customers coming back for more. The deli was established in 1954, and has continued to please… Read More

Mama Mia’s Pizza & Café, Saratoga Springs, NY

Featured in The 8 Best Pizza Restaurants in New York!

Owned by Giuseppe Grisio, who was born in Italy’s Puglia region, this unassuming strip-mall pizza restaurant produces perfect Neapolitan-style and Sicilian-style-stuffed-crust pizzas from its… Read More

Saratoga’s All American Celebration, Saratoga Springs, NY

Featured in The Perfect Fourth of July in New York

Head to Saratoga for a weekend-long celebration of Independence Day that includes road races, dog parades, a barbecue festival, a classic car show, and fireworks. Make sure to buy goods from local… Read More

Nostalgia Ale House & Wine Bar, Malta, NY

Featured in 8 Best Places for a Bloody Mary in New York

The Sunday brunch menu includes a Bloody Mary Shrimp Cocktail. It is served with three shrimp soaking in the drink along with stuffed green olives.

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Wedding Barn at Lakota’s Farm, Cambridge, NY

Featured in The 11 Best Wedding Locations in New York!

This historic wedding venue combines elegance and a rustic atmosphere in the beautiful barn from the 1800s. The complete wooden interior makes a beautiful backdrop for whatever décor you… Read More

George’s Market and Nursery, Latham, NY

Featured in The 8 Best Garden Centers and Nurseries in New York!

This popular capital region garden center offers landscaping services, a farmers market, and a variety of mulch, stone, trees, shrubs, and flowers. The family has been selling farm products since the… Read More

Tomo Asian Bistro, Slingerlands, NY

Featured in The 8 Best Fusion Restaurants in New York!

Albany’s favorite Asian fusion restaurant, Tomo Asian Bistro serves up spicy favorites from around the far East—including popular dishes like Penang curry, Pad Thai, sushi, and General… Read More

Stacks Espresso Bar, Albany, NY

Featured in The 7 Coolest Coffee Shops in New York!

Beloved by coffee aficionados and college students, Lark Street’s Stacks Espresso Bar focuses on brewing the finest coffee in the capital region. Its cute blue exterior opens into a… Read More

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