9 Best Shoe Stores in New York

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Citi Trends, Rotterdam, NY

Citi Trends has men’s, women’s, and kids’ shoes, bringing you some of the latest trends on the market. You’ll have to go to a physical location to make a purchase, but…

Citi Trends has men’s, women’s, and kids’ shoes, bringing you some of the latest…

The 9 Best Pho Restaurants in New York!

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Pho Queen, Schenectady, NY

At Pho Queen, you can have your choice of beef, chicken, duck, pork, or tofu. The Kuai Tiao Nam comes with beef, chicken, or pork and is served over bean sprout and rice noodles. You can also order…

At Pho Queen, you can have your choice of beef, chicken, duck, pork, or tofu. The Kuai Tiao Nam…

The 8 Best Pubs in New York!

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The Horses Lounge, Schenectady, NY

This friendly neighborhood dive is cozy, fun, and cheap, with a daily happy hour, casual comfort food like tacos and burgers, and a weekly college night for local students. A post shared…

This friendly neighborhood dive is cozy, fun, and cheap, with a daily happy hour, casual comfort…

The 10 Best Places for a Kid’s Birthday Party in New York!

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Rollarama Skating Center, Schenectady, NY

Since 1957, this roller rink has provided endless amounts of fun on wheels, plus arcade games and prizes. Birthday parties at Rollarama include pizza, ice cream, skate rental, party chaperone, and…

Since 1957, this roller rink has provided endless amounts of fun on wheels, plus arcade games and…

Crispy Perfection: Best Places for Fried Chicken in New York

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Ya Ya’s House Southern Cuisine, Schenectady, NY

Ya Ya’s has capital region soul foodies raving about its $12 Southern fried chicken dinner, which includes yam, collard greens, a corn muffin, and some macaroni or potato salad.

Ya Ya’s has capital region soul foodies raving about its $12 Southern fried chicken dinner,…

The 10 Best Farmers Markets in New York!

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Schenectady Greenmarket, Schenectady, NY

With a mission of “connecting farm and city,” this downtown greenmarket draws vendors from a 100-mile radius. The popular farmers market operates outdoors from May to October and indoors…

With a mission of “connecting farm and city,” this downtown greenmarket draws vendors…

The 10 Best Educational Activities for Children in New York!

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Howe Caverns, Howes Cave, NY

The whole family will enjoy an adventurous boat ride and walking tour through this six-million-year-old underground cave while learning about its history. On land, there’s a zip line, a ropes…

The whole family will enjoy an adventurous boat ride and walking tour through this…

The 8 Best Craft Stores in New York!

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Darn Good Yarn, Scotia, NY

Darn Good Yarn is a small business that has been loved locally since its opening 10 years ago. Online and in-store, they carry an array of knitting, crocheting, weaving, mixed media, and jewelry…

Darn Good Yarn is a small business that has been loved locally since its opening 10 years ago.…

14 of the Best (and Most Offbeat) Attractions in New York!

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Howe Caverns, Howes Cave, NY

The second-most-visited natural attraction in New York behind Niagara Falls, Howe Caverns is a magnificent underground cave that dates back millions of years. Visitors can take a 90-minute tour that…

The second-most-visited natural attraction in New York behind Niagara Falls, Howe Caverns is a…

The 13 Best Delis in New York!

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Gershon’s Deli, Schenectady, NY

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…

This Jewish deli is renowned in the area for its huge pastrami and corned beef sandwiches that keep…

Pho Queen, Schenectady, NY

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The Horses Lounge, Schenectady, NY

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This friendly neighborhood dive is cozy, fun, and cheap, with a daily happy hour, casual comfort food like tacos and burgers, and a weekly college night for local students. A post shared… Read More

Three Vines Bistro, Saratoga Springs, NY

Featured in 10 Best Pasta Places in New York

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… Read More

Rollarama Skating Center, Schenectady, NY

Featured in The 10 Best Places for a Kid’s Birthday Party in New York!

Since 1957, this roller rink has provided endless amounts of fun on wheels, plus arcade games and prizes. Birthday parties at Rollarama include pizza, ice cream, skate rental, party chaperone, and… Read More

Ya Ya’s House Southern Cuisine, Schenectady, NY

Featured in The 8 Best Places for Fried Chicken in New York!

Ya Ya’s has capital region soul foodies raving about its $12 Southern fried chicken dinner, which includes yam, collard greens, a corn muffin, and some macaroni or potato salad.

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Kurver Kreme, Albany, NY

Featured in The 11 Best Ice Cream Parlors in New York!

Kurver Kreme is a capital region classic, doling out soft-serve ice cream in tasty flavors since the 1950s. Try the Kurver Slider—ice cream sandwiched between two halves of a glazed donut that… Read More

Seasons Skate Shop, Albany, NY

Featured in The 8 Best Skate Shops in New York!

This small shop in Albany packs a punch with its on-trend boards, footwear, headwear, and apparel from the top brands. It’s the only skate shop in the region owned by skaters. … Read More

Krause’s Homemade Candy, Albany, NY

Featured in The 7 Best Candy Shops in New York!

Since the 80s, Tom Krause, who came from a long line of German confectioners, has been cooking up high-quality sweets and serving them to enthusiastic customers. Locals love the old-fashioned peanut… Read More

Schenectady Greenmarket, Schenectady, NY

Featured in The 10 Best Farmers Markets in New York!

With a mission of “connecting farm and city,” this downtown greenmarket draws vendors from a 100-mile radius. The popular farmers market operates outdoors from May to October and indoors… Read More

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