10 Best Pasta Places in New York

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Rex’s Pasta, Cortland, NY

Rex’s Pasta has 11 pasta options to choose from, like Aunt Josie’s Special (cavatelli pasta with broccoli and mushrooms in a garlic butter sauce), Homemade Lasagna (ground beef, ricotta,…

Rex’s Pasta has 11 pasta options to choose from, like Aunt Josie’s Special (cavatelli…

The 9 Best Boat Rentals in New York!

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FLX Marine, Union Springs, NY

FLX Marine offers a trip down Cayuga Lake (one of the many Finger Lakes!) in a Cypress Cay or Crest pontoon boat. You can rent the one day, three days, or even a week during the calendar year of the…

FLX Marine offers a trip down Cayuga Lake (one of the many Finger Lakes!) in a Cypress Cay or Crest…

9 Best Indian Restaurants in New York

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Sangam Indian Restaurant, Ithaca, NY

Sangam has chicken, lamb, beef, seafood, and vegetarian specialties available. They recommend trying their garlic naan, a flatbread topped with garlic, and their mango lassi, a sweet, yogurt drink.…

Sangam has chicken, lamb, beef, seafood, and vegetarian specialties available. They recommend…

10 Best Furniture Stores in New York

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Sam Peter Furniture and Bedding, Ithaca, NY

In need of an update for your bedroom, living room, or dining room? Sam Peter Furniture and Bedding has enough styles and brands that you’re sure to find the perfect fit.

In need of an update for your bedroom, living room, or dining room? Sam Peter Furniture and Bedding…

The 9 Best Bookstores in New York!

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Autumn Leaves Used Books, Ithaca, NY

A three-level bookstore in the heart of downtown Ithaca, Autumn Leaves has a lot to offer. Local browsers, tourists, and academics explore the selection of over 50,000 used titles—and vinyl…

A three-level bookstore in the heart of downtown Ithaca, Autumn Leaves has a lot to offer. Local…

7 Best Neighborhood Bars in New York

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The Rhine House in Ithaca has pool tables and dart boards that are complemented by their beer garden. Ther on top beers start at $3, and happy hour is on weeknights from 3-7 p.m. (drinks are $1 off).…

The Rhine House in Ithaca has pool tables and dart boards that are complemented by their beer…

The 11 Best Ice Cream Parlors in New York!

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Purity Ice Cream Parlor, Ithaca, NY

This retro-themed ice cream café serves up plenty of sweetness in the form of old-fashioned ice cream, sundaes, and baked goods that draw locals and tourists alike.

This retro-themed ice cream café serves up plenty of sweetness in the form of old-fashioned…

10 Best Shoe Stores in New York

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Designer Shoe Warehouse, Ithaca, NY

Designer Shoe Warehouse has options ranging from boat shoes to wedges to knee high boots. You can find a pair for almost anyone here, and they’ve got multiple locations throughout the state.…

Designer Shoe Warehouse has options ranging from boat shoes to wedges to knee high boots. You can…

New York's Coolest (and Most Unique) Hotels

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Firelight Camps, Ithaca, NY

A May-October retreat, Firelight Camps is designed to mirror African luxury safari tents, and is just steps away from the trails of Buttermilk Falls. Each “elevated camping” tent comes…

A May-October retreat, Firelight Camps is designed to mirror African luxury safari tents, and is…

Get Set, GO! New York's Best Road Races

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Skunk Cabbage Classic 10K & Half Marathon, Ithaca, NY

Every year in spring, Ithaca hosts the popular Skunk Cabbage Classic. The race begins and ends on Cornell University’s campus, following a route that winds past barns, livestock, and, of…

Every year in spring, Ithaca hosts the popular Skunk Cabbage Classic. The race begins and ends on…

Sam Peter Furniture and Bedding, Ithaca, NY

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In need of an update for your bedroom, living room, or dining room? Sam Peter Furniture and Bedding has enough styles and brands that you’re sure to find the perfect fit.

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Autumn Leaves Used Books, Ithaca, NY

Featured in The 9 Best Bookstores in New York!

A three-level bookstore in the heart of downtown Ithaca, Autumn Leaves has a lot to offer. Local browsers, tourists, and academics explore the selection of over 50,000 used titles—and vinyl… Read More

Cross Creek Nursery, Manlius, NY

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

This Syracuse-area garden center focuses on fresh, beautiful plants and flowering ornamental trees. They also perform landscaping and hardscaping services.

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Dog Daze, North Syracuse, NY

Featured in The 9 Best Pet Stores in New York!

Dog Daze is a holistic, affordably priced pet store in Syracuse. The local favorite stocks toys, leashes, treats, and food for dogs and cats on raw and natural… Read More

Sahota Palace, Liverpool, NY

Featured in 10 Best Buffets in New York

Sahota Palace has a lunch buffet every day of the week and a dinner buffet on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. They serve authentic Indian food—with wine and beer available for of-age… Read More

The Great New York State Fair, Syracuse, NY

Featured in The 10 Best Festivals in New York!

The oldest state fair in the U.S., this 12-day festival takes place around Syracuse and is New York State’s largest event, drawing almost a million visitors. The Great New York State Fair is a… Read More

Rex’s Pasta, Cortland, NY

Featured in 10 Best Pasta Places in New York

Rex’s Pasta has 11 pasta options to choose from, like Aunt Josie’s Special (cavatelli pasta with broccoli and mushrooms in a garlic butter sauce), Homemade Lasagna (ground beef, ricotta,… Read More

Rhine House, Ithaca, NY

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Onondaga County Public, Petit Branch Library, Syracuse, NY

Featured in The 10 Best Libraries in New York!

Located near Syracuse University, the Petit Branch of the public library was first opened in 1928. It focuses mainly on children’s books and even includes a toy library. The Petit Branch… Read More

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