Monthly Archives: October 2015

Dessert in Saratoga Springs: The Ice Cream Man

I hate to think that ice cream season is over, especially since I just found one of the most epically delicious flavors I have ever encountered. You may not think anything special is going is going on from the looks … Continue reading

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Dining in Saratoga Springs: Hattie’s

Fried chicken, plain and simple, indulgent comfort food. Lots of places have it on their menu, but head to Hattie’s [45 Phila St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866] for something extraordinary. Hattie’s specializes in Louisiana cuisine, and definitely gives out an … Continue reading

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Saratoga Monument and Victory Woods

One of the most memorable hikes I took this summer was a simple stroll through Victory Woods behind the Saratoga Monument [Intersection of Broad Street and Burgoyne Road, Schuylerville – head west on Burgoyne and park in the lot, you … Continue reading

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Golden Harvest Farms

They don’t call New York the big apple for nothing. We have a righteous apple crop, and it’s a sin to miss out on New York apples in autumn. Most upstate New Yorkers have their favorite orchards just like ordinary … Continue reading

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Superior Merchandise Co

Coffee, ritzy little snacks and trinkets, wine. Superior Merchandise Co [147 Fourth St Troy, New York] is a conglomerate of things you want. Your eyes will take you in every which way looking at walls, shelves, and tables with carefully … Continue reading

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Berkshires Eats: Public EAT+DRINK

High ceiling, interpretive art, friendly service, and darn good food. Public EAT+DRINK [34 Holden St, North Adams, MA 01247, parking in the back] is a trendy gastro pub where anyone can find something tasty that suits their palate. You’ll find … Continue reading

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Berkshires Hike: The Cascade Trail

Driving down the street of a residential area and ‘you’ve reached your destination,’ did you make a mistake? No, you haven’t, and you’re not trespassing – you’ve reached the trailhead to the Cascade Trail [182 Marion Ave, North Adams – … Continue reading

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The Clark Art Institute

On a picture perfect day my girlfriends and I set out into the Berkshires to visit The Clark [225 South St, Williamstown, MA 01267]. Students and children under 18 are free, others pay a hefty $20 admission price – however … Continue reading

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Bridge of Flowers

There once was an old trolley bridge which fell into disrepair. It was an eyesore, but too expensive for the small town to destroy. One lady had a dream to transform the mess into a bridge of beauty, and in … Continue reading

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