The 9 Best Bookstores in New York!

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The Golden Notebook, Woodstock, NY

This quaint, colorful, independent bookshop in Woodstock serves as a gathering place for readers and writers in the community. It was named after the owner’s favorite Doris Lessing…

This quaint, colorful, independent bookshop in Woodstock serves as a gathering place for readers…

7 Best Neighborhood Bars in New York

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Traghaven Whiskey Pub, Tivoli, NY

Traghaven is primarily a whiskey pub, though they do have wine, beer, and cocktail options available. Their extensive list of whiskeys includes Irish blended whiskey, Irish single malt whiskey,…

Traghaven is primarily a whiskey pub, though they do have wine, beer, and cocktail options…

The 8 Best BBQ Joints in New York!

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Hickory BBQ & Smokehouse, Kingston, NY

This family-owned establishment has been a huge hit in the Catskills since 2002. The restaurant makes its delectable barbecue offerings to serve in-house or as catering.

This family-owned establishment has been a huge hit in the Catskills since 2002. The restaurant…

New York's 10 Most Delicious Bakeries

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Hudson Valley Dessert Company, Saugerties, New York

The only thing old fashioned about the Hudson Valley Dessert Company is the old fashioned goodness that goes into every recipe. The cookies are fresh and fun, the cupcakes and cakes are colorful and…

The only thing old fashioned about the Hudson Valley Dessert Company is the old fashioned goodness…

9 Best Bubble Tea Places in New York

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Crazy Bowlz, Kingston, NY

Crazy Bowlz has juice tea and milk tea options for you to choose from, each for $4. Some of them include red guava, white peach, matcha green tea, eternal lover, and mango cream. Extra boba can be…

Crazy Bowlz has juice tea and milk tea options for you to choose from, each for $4. Some of them…

9 Best Noodle Places in New York

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Eng’s, Kingston, NY

Eng’s has 11 soft egg noodle dishes, including lo mein and chow mein options. You can choose from chicken, pork, shrimp, beef, curry beef, vegetable, and a cold sesame noodle dish. Eng’s…

Eng’s has 11 soft egg noodle dishes, including lo mein and chow mein options. You can choose…

The Perfect Fourth of July in New York

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An Old-Fashioned Independence Day, Germantown, NY

Reenactments and period entertainment put you in the spirit of 18th century American Independence. Families will enjoy a day of arts and crafts, live music, and tasty food that ends with fireworks…

Reenactments and period entertainment put you in the spirit of 18th century American Independence.…

The 10 Best Farmers Markets in New York!

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Kingston Farmers Market, Kingston, NY

These 30 vendors draw an impressive crowd of thousands each Saturday from May to November. The Catskills farmers market showcases the usual locally grown, organic fare, plus tasty extras like Hudson…

These 30 vendors draw an impressive crowd of thousands each Saturday from May to November. The…

The 10 Best Thrift Shops in New York!

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Castaways, Woodstock, NY

When you’re looking for unique treasures that are hard to find elsewhere, Castaways in Woodstock is a must-visit. The store is a treasure trove of retro clothing and colorful kitsch that begs…

When you’re looking for unique treasures that are hard to find elsewhere, Castaways in…

The 10 Best Sporting Goods Stores in New York!

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Kenco Outfitters, Kingston, NY

Billing itself as “the work and play outfitter,” Kenco Outfitters is a destination for outdoor gear of all kinds. The spacious green barn stocks everything from archery equipment to…

Billing itself as “the work and play outfitter,” Kenco Outfitters is a destination for…

Hickory BBQ & Smokehouse, Kingston, NY

Featured in The 8 Best BBQ Joints in New York!

This family-owned establishment has been a huge hit in the Catskills since 2002. The restaurant makes its delectable barbecue offerings to serve in-house or as catering.

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An Old-Fashioned Independence Day, Germantown, NY

Featured in The Perfect Fourth of July in New York

Reenactments and period entertainment put you in the spirit of 18th century American Independence. Families will enjoy a day of arts and crafts, live music, and tasty food that ends with fireworks… Read More

Eveready Diner, Hyde Park, NY

Featured in The 8 Best Mom and Pop Restaurants in New York!

Old-fashioned chrome and neon accents plus all the delicious, greasy-good diner favorites you could wish for are what characterize this cousin-run diner chain in the Hudson Valley.

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Crazy Bowlz, Kingston, NY

Featured in 9 Best Bubble Tea Places in New York

Crazy Bowlz has juice tea and milk tea options for you to choose from, each for $4. Some of them include red guava, white peach, matcha green tea, eternal lover, and mango cream. Extra boba can be… Read More

Traghaven Whiskey Pub, Tivoli, NY

Featured in 7 Best Neighborhood Bars in New York

Traghaven is primarily a whiskey pub, though they do have wine, beer, and cocktail options available. Their extensive list of whiskeys includes Irish blended whiskey, Irish single malt whiskey,… Read More

Phoenicia Diner, Phoenicia, NY

Featured in The 9 Best Brunch Spots in New York!

This bright, picturesque diner in the Catskills continues to attract crowds of city slickers escaping there on weekends. Not only is the food pretty, but it’s also delightfully satisfying for… Read More

Mohonk Preserve, New Paltz, New York

Featured in The 10 Best Hiking Trails in New York!

Hiking the Mohonk Preserve is not free, but your fee goes to help maintain the area for everyone to enjoy, including carriage roads that make for easier hikes and even those with "overland… Read More

Adams Fairacre Farms Garden Center, Poughkeepsie, NY

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

This beloved family-owned garden center has locations around the Hudson Valley. Each garden center and nursery sells a variety of beautiful plants, trees, and garden ornaments under spacious… Read More

Maggie’s Krooked Cafe, Tannersville, NY

Featured in 8 Best Pancake Places in New York

Maggie’s specialty has to be their pancake of the day—it’s always changing, so of course you have to stop by more than once a week to get a feel for the choices. Their home-style… Read More

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