Category Archives: New York

Hiking in Rye: Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary

Most children growing up in Westchester go to the great little amusement park Playland in Rye (Playland Parkway, Rye, NY 10580). I know I went every summer as a kid, and actually spent my 21st birthday there having an apple pie time. … Continue reading

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New Rochelles Roc N Ramen

Soup is such a comfort food and on a frigid day I was lucky enough to have a bowl at Roc N Ramen. The new restaurant is located in Westchester’s New Rochelle, right across from New Roc City, perfect for … Continue reading

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Westchester Hike in Rye: Marshlands Conservancy

I go to so many preserves to see what they have to offer, and this is one of the few that is a true winner warranting return. I went to the Marshlands Conservancy with my Mom over winter break and … Continue reading

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Quackenbush Square: Albany Heritage Visitors Center, Olde English Pub, and Albany Distilling Co

The Albany Heritage Area Visitors Center is a small space packed with some pretty interesting bits and pieces. Their gift shop has a variety of locally made items and Albany themed gifts, perfect for holiday shopping! Their little museum has … Continue reading

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Breakfast in Mechanicville: the Ugly Rooster

I like the Ugly Rooster in Mechanicville.  It’s a bit of a drive from Albany, but relatively scenic, and it’s worth it. The town is quiet seeming, and this joint just works here. The menu has got some unique flare … Continue reading

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Museum of Natural History

Have you ever been to the Museum of Natural History in the city? There are so many different museums in Manhattan, but this is certainly one of the most well known and elaborate ones of them all. If you enter … Continue reading

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Home of the Garabedians: The Bronx Christmas House

My family has had a tradition of visiting the ‘Christmas House’ in the Bronx for as far back as I can remember. I never knew what it was actually called until I googled it just now, the Garabedian House. You … Continue reading

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Rockland Hike: Nyack Beach State Park

Nyack Beach State Park is a fantastically beautiful trail to hike in the town of Nyack, upper Westchester. My mother and I have hiked it on thanksgiving, Christmas, and in all seasons it never disappoints (there is a seasonal charge, … Continue reading

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Urban Exploration in Yonkers Untermyer Park

Untermyer Park is probably one of the cooler hikes I’ve been on. I wouldn’t classify it as a hardcore hike by any means, almost more urban exploration in a natural setting. The park is located in Yonkers, NY (Westchester) and … Continue reading

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Westchester Hike at Hart’s Brook Preserve

On my last visit home I took a walk about Hart’s Brook Preserve in Hartsdale, Westchester with my Mom. The snow coverage wasn’t so bad making for a relatively easy hike. There are many different loops to take, some with a bit … Continue reading

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