Great Middle Eastern food in walking distance? Yes please. Mamoun’s Falafel. I’ve walked past this place numerous times, never imagining the insides were quite so lovely. Upon entering the dimly lit establishment we were immediately seated and I began to look around. I loved the high ceilings , brick walls, […]
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Coffee Houses. Most people have a favorite, and I feel like they say something about you. I have friends who love Café Vero, and they will have to find a new home to drink their coffee in soon as the establishment is closing. Friends who love hanging out at the […]
I’ll let you in on a great secret, Albany Public Library’s museum passes! They expanded their program recently and now you and your friends or family can go to all of these fantastic museums, for free! All you need is a library card.
I have a strong affinity for the Pine Bush Preserves. It is very odd to be hiking through sand, with pine bushes, and seeing many sections of the land charred from an ecosystem that requires fire. It is a unique place, and I dig that. It is easy to lose […]
What could be better for your spiritual state than lunch at the Dali Mamma? I have wanted to go here for a while, but this joint is only open during the week, which makes it difficult to get to. However, the walk down to Maiden Lane off of Pearl St […]
My man’s friends came to Albany for a visit to see the Hendrix Experience concert at the Palace Theater, it was phenomenal. We had a great time jamming out with Dweezil Zappa, Buddy Guy, and countless other rock gods, and the Palace is a striking venue. However, the boys being […]
I visit Canstruction at the NYSM every year. Themed sculptures made completely out of cans, that are then donated to The Food Pantries for the Capital District? Splendid. This year’s theme is Storytown Last year Today is the last day!! Head up all of the escalators at the New […]
Last Tuesday was Earth Day. While I personally like to think of everyday as Earth Day, I think it’s a good idea to remind some people once in a while. The new Tierra Farm Store on Madison Ave had its opening on this day, and I stopped in for a peek and […]
Friday night. Wine testing. Free. Sounds like a date! My guy and I are at a point where the party scene is no longer enticing for the typical Friday night, but we often stroll down Lark Street between 6pm-9 and head to Capital Wine and Spirits. We take our time […]
Cheesecake, Valentines Day, perfect excuse to indulge. The name is Cheesecake Machismo. (Pineapple Upside Down Cheesecake) If you have not been here, you do not know what you’re missing. Go here, now, if you can. This is one of Albany’s little gems. Nestled on Hamilton Street close to the state […]
The New York State Museum is one of my favorite places. (Picture from the current ‘Weather’ exhibit) In the winter it is a warm refuge, and in the summer it is air-conditioned oasis. It is a fantastic place to bring a visiting friend, and also to catch any new exhibit […]
Albany has got some great history! It happens to be one of the oldest cities in the United States. There are many places to learn about the Dutch heritage of the area. Some free fun places to look are Albany’s Visitors Center and the New York State Museum, which have […]
When I moved to Albany I thought I’d never find a deli comparable to my hometown favorites. I was so wrong. Cardona’s on Delaware Ave is so much more than the delis back home. You walk in and are transported to an old school Italian marketplace. Not only can you get […]
Are you obsessed with sushi too? I’ll let you in on a delicious secret: Sake Café. It’s a small dimly lit joint down New Scotland that has the best sushi I’ve had in the Capital Region, and beyond. I love the Spicy Girl roll, Godzilla roll, and the Crazy Dragon […]