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…

The 9 Best Brunch Spots in New York!

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Phoenicia Diner, Phoenicia, NY

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…

This bright, picturesque diner in the Catskills continues to attract crowds of city slickers…

8 Best Places for a Bloody Mary in New York

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Phoenicia Diner, Phoenicia, NY

Phoenicia is a wonderful town in the Catskill Mountains. The diner is known for its breakfast dishes and the morning meal can be spiced up with its version of the Bloody Mary. Peace Vodka is…

Phoenicia is a wonderful town in the Catskill Mountains. The diner is known for its breakfast…

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…

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…

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…

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 8 Best Omelets in New York!

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Phoenicia Diner, Phoenicia, NY

This classic Catskills diner sources many of its ingredients locally, and is known for its dynamite egg dishes. The fluffy Phoenicia Diner Omelet is made with goat cheese, sautéed greens, and…

This classic Catskills diner sources many of its ingredients locally, and is known for its dynamite…

The 10 Best Hiking Trails in New York!

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Minnewaska State Park Preserve, Kerhonkson, New York

The Minnewaska State Park Preserve is in the Palisades region of the state with 35 miles of carriage roads and 50 miles of footpaths. Hike through the hardwood forests of the Shawangunk Mountain…

The Minnewaska State Park Preserve is in the Palisades region of the state with 35 miles of…

New York's Best Breakfast Spots

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Phoenicia Diner, Phoenicia, NY

Once a vintage Greek diner, Phoenicia Diner was bought by an ex-Brooklynite in 2012 who transformed it into a farm-to-table culinary experience. Now, you can grab a stool (or a booth), take advantage…

Once a vintage Greek diner, Phoenicia Diner was bought by an ex-Brooklynite in 2012 who transformed…

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

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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Minnewaska State Park Preserve, Kerhonkson, New York

Featured in The 10 Best Hiking Trails in New York!

The Minnewaska State Park Preserve is in the Palisades region of the state with 35 miles of carriage roads and 50 miles of footpaths. Hike through the hardwood forests of the Shawangunk Mountain… 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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Phoenicia Diner, Phoenicia, NY

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

Phoenicia is a wonderful town in the Catskill Mountains. The diner is known for its breakfast dishes and the morning meal can be spiced up with its version of the Bloody Mary. Peace Vodka is… Read More

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

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

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

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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