Category Archives: America

Kayak Shak, Saratoga Springs

Posted on July 10, 2016 by julieovaltrades

For years my Mom and I have talked about stand-up paddle boarding, but it never materialized. We always ended up renting a kayak instead because it was more comfortable. She came upstate to visit me for some summer fun and … Continue reading →

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Comfort Kitchen, Saratoga Springs

Posted on July 9, 2016 by julieovaltrades

Dangerously yummy, Comfort Kitchen 454 Broadway [Saratoga Springs, NY 12866] is hidden away in the Saratoga Marketplace, a fancy little mall on the downtown main drag. Even before you enter, if you’re a reader you’ll find out that this restaurant … Continue reading →

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Fishkill Ridge to Lambs Hill, Beacon

Posted on June 28, 2016 by julieovaltrades

I had half a day to spare for hiking and it was beautiful out – ingredients were ripe for an adventure. The plan was to head down south to Beacon to take a little hike on the Fishkill Ridge [End … Continue reading →

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Bubby’s Burrito Stand, Red Hook

Posted on June 26, 2016 by julieovaltrades

A little trailer sits on the side of the road in front of a farm. It uses the ingredients from the farm to whip up some simple, satisfying Mexican food. Bubby’s Burrito Stand [193 W Market St, Red Hook, NY … Continue reading →

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Golden Cue Billiard Lounge, Albany

Posted on June 25, 2016 by julieovaltrades

I always loved playing pool in college and out at bars. As I moved away from the party scene, I have played less and less, but always missed the game. The Golden Cue Billiard Lounge [1048 Central Ave, Albany, NY … Continue reading →

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Huckleberry Point, Catskills

Posted on June 17, 2016 by julieovaltrades

If it looks like an adventure and sounds like an adventure, it must be so. Off to Huckleberry Point [half a mile past 2425 Platte Clove Rd, Elka Park, NY 12427] we go! To add some mystique to your adventure, … Continue reading →

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Village Market and Deli, Tannersville

Posted on June 16, 2016 by julieovaltrades

Hungry from hiking nearby Hunter Mountain, we required sustenance if there was going to be any more activity in the day. Lucky for us, just down the road was the Village Market and Deli [6234 Main St, Tannersville, NY 12485] … Continue reading →

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Hunter Mountain Fire Tower Hike, Catskills

Posted on June 15, 2016 by julieovaltrades

Hunter Mountain is the second highest peak in the Catskills (our fourth of the 35 over 3500’!), it has a fire tower on the summit, and is a popular ski resort. There are multiple ways to approach this hike, but … Continue reading →

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Chester’s Smokehouse, Albany

Posted on June 14, 2016 by julieovaltrades

It was just another Friday evening. We successfully made it through the week and all of our groceries. Hunger strikes and the age-old question is asked, “what’s for dinner?” Over the past few months there has been quite a bit … Continue reading →

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A sampling of things to do in Atlanta, Georgia

Posted on June 13, 2016 by julieovaltrades

East Atlanta Village – walk around the neighborhood and enjoy the overall funky vibe. You’ll find great bars, restaurants, boutiques, and plentiful street art to admire! Flat Shoals & Glenwood Ave Atlanta, GA 30316 Paris on Ponce – right on … Continue reading →

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