Migratory season is upon us and I wish I were flying south with the birds to warmer weather too. For the moment I have to settle on watching the birds travel, what a journey they have. Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge [3395 Auburn Rd, Seneca Falls, NY 13148] is just a […]
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Fat Elvis, you are perfect to me. Modern Malt [325 S Clinton St, Syracuse, NY 13202] was a delectable breakfast destination. Popping retro orange and turquoise decorations set the mood for you to pick a funky dish. There were three men I was interested in. Barney Rubble had his fruity […]
Known as the ‘Central Park of Central New York,’ Onondaga Lake Park [106 Lake Drive, Liverpool, NY 13088] has got a lot going on. Just minutes from downtown Syracuse dense streets give way to green grass and an expansive lake. Onondaga Lake is the focal point of the park, 4.6 […]
Charming with an old world feel, yet absolutely packed on a Saturday night, Eva’s European Sweets [1305 Milton Ave, Syracuse, NY 13204] is the place to grab dinner in Syracuse. As a party of two we waited just a few moments to be seated in a cozy corner table. I […]
History, art, architecture, and nature all blended into an out of the ordinary hike in an urban setting…The Onondaga Creekwalk [Armory Square Trailhead 310 W Jefferson St. Syracuse, NY] was a great way to explore the city of Syracuse as first time visitors – just follow the yellow brick road! […]
Star child…Iron Lion Zion… Jive turkey? What does it all mean!?! Breakfast in Syracuse, of course! Local art lines the bright purple walls, this place definitely has the funk going on. Could there be a better pairing than Funk ‘n Waffles [313 S Clinton St, Syracuse, NY 13202]? If you […]
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 lots of ingredients from local farms paired with craft beers […]
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 – parking at the end of the block on the right]. […]
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 the beauty of this museum is worth it for an […]
To Grandmother’s house we go! Lunch inside Little Red Riding Hood’s house? No it isn’t a fairytale, but you may recognize this real life restaurant from the illustrations of a memorable childhood story. Enchanting Pickity Place [248 Nutting Hill Rd, Mason, NH 03048] offers a five-course gourmet lunch topped with […]
Mount Monadnock [116 Poole Road, Jaffrey, NH 03452] claims to be the third most hiked mountain in the world. Upon hearing that I wondered, what is so special about this mountain? I had to see for myself. On a perfectly bright beautiful day we made the trip and paid the […]
The integration of art and nature, nothing is more delightful than an outdoor sculpture park! Andres Institute of Art [98 NH-13, Brookline, NH 03033] is the largest outdoor sculpture park in New England, and it is free to visit. There is an excellent trail map in the parking lot which […]
Growing up with a big brother meant many hours playing video games in the house, and taking frequent trips to the arcade. Nowadays I don’t have any video games in the apartment, and most arcades don’t have any of my old favorites. You can imagine my surprise when I found […]
After a long day of hiking in the wet New Hampshire woods, barbeque sounded like heaven. Screaming Boar Smokehouse [40 W Main St, Littleton, NH 03561] took us in with a tender heart and gave us tender meat to eat, we were thankful. The clouds had cleared so we opted […]
Polly’s Pancake Parlor [672 NH-117, Sugar Hill, NH 03586] is a breakfast institution in these woods. Opened for 75-years this family owned restaurant is skillfully practiced in the pancake art. Arrive as early as possible, and make sure to call as soon as you wake up to put your name […]