I have been meaning to come back to Cooperstown for a long time to visit the Fenimore Art Museum [5798 NY-80, Cooperstown, NY 13326] and finally got the chance recently! Hours change throughout the year, and note that the museum is actually closed January-March. This was my last stop on […]
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Monica’s Pies, 7599 NY-21, Naples, NY 14512 I really love pie so when I found out there was a type of pie I had yet to try, I was disappointed in myself. I thought I’ve tried all the pies. I knew this was a situation I’d have to rectify. In the […]
There’s always room for Jell-O…roadside attractions on your itinerary. Am I right? This is the kitschy kind of stuff my dreams are made of. Did you know that Jell-O was first created in New York in 1897? A visit to the Jell-O Gallery Museum [23 E Main St, Le Roy, […]
We definitely did not plan on going here over the weekend getaway, but I overlooked a tiny detail of our next destination. It didn’t open until 1pm on Sundays, so we would have had to kick around doing nothing for two hours. Hrmpf. Can’t be doing that on adventure weekend. […]
Early on a summer Sunday morning the grounds were sleepy as could be. Stony Brook State Park [10820 New York 36, Dansville, NY 14437] is pretty far from any serious civilization and a bit overshadowed by nearby Letchworth State Park. Good thing, keep the crowds over there! Somehow I stumbled […]
Lockwood Lavender Farm, 1682 West Lake Road, Skaneateles, NY 13152-9618 There is just something about the scent of lavender, calming, floral, zen. Mix with the lovely Finger Lakes and you have yourself a magical situation. Visiting after the harvest meant the grounds were not quite as purple as I would […]
People were lingering around the block and near the entrance. Uh-oh. I didn’t make and reservations, it’s going to be a good long wait.It seems as though Pastabilities [311 S Franklin St, Syracuse, NY 13202] is one of the hottest joints in town. Luck was on our sides when we […]
We felt kind of funny heading into the mall on our weekend getaway adventure, but the ends justify the means, right? On a quest for some pinball in Syracuse, we found Cloud City Comics & Toys [ShoppingTown Mall, 3649 Erie Blvd E, Syracuse, NY 13214] which has a great little […]
Harrison Bakery, 1306 W Genesee St, Syracuse, NY 13204 We were going to split one, but when we sat out at the bright red table in front and I held it in my hands I knew it wouldn’t go so well (for Jeff at least). I sent him back inside […]
This is the kind of place I dream about having in my city. Roji Tea Lounge [108 E Washington St #2, Syracuse, NY 13202] has such a relaxed and peaceful atmosphere, it’s a perfect alternative nightlife spot. Plenty of seating to be found, be it a couch, folding chair, or […]
The Wizard of Oz holds a special place in our culture and in many of our hearts. When I would go over to visit my grandparents there was a rotation of movies I had to choose from: Imitation of Life, The Omega Man, and the Wizard of Oz. Two out […]
Otherworldly. Shockingly beautiful. Of mystical proportions. How can I explain to you the magnificence of Green Lakes State Park [7900 Green Lakes Rd, Fayetteville, NY 13066]? I cannot. You simply must go see it for yourself. On my early morning weekend visit the hoards were still sleeping. Just a few […]
A little Italian bakery almost out of time, perhaps not too much has changed since it opened in 1928. If you’re visiting Utica or just passing through, make an effort to stop at Florentine Pastry Shop [667 Bleecker St, Utica, NY 13501] for something sweet. Everything looked and smelled delicious […]
Utica Greens, ever heard of them? Ever had them? Another regional food I was curious about in Central New York. Franklin Hotel [301 S James St, Rome, NY 13440] isn’t technically in Utica, it’s 20 minutes down the road – but they have the greatly praised greens too. Franklin’s was […]
I found my dream arcade in Binghamton! Robot City [126 Clinton St, Binghamton, NY 13903] has all of my favorite childhood games, I could spend endless hours playing under the neon lights. They host seven pinball machines from the 90s and 2000s including Star Wars, Twilight Zone, and WWF Royal […]