Let me paint you a picture, honey. It’s a balmy New Rochelle night, my friend and I are bar-hopping in our best spring fits, ready to call it a night, when—BAM!—we hear the unmistakable sound of someone belting Whitney Houston with the passion of a thousand glitter bombs. The source? Ava Ava, doors wide […]
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There’s a moment, just as dusk begins to paint the Catskills, when the strings of lights outside Conover Club flicker on and the pond mirrors the sky. We arrived for dinner wrapped in autumn air, a little hungry, a little giddy, and fully ready to surrender to whatever this kitchen was about to send […]
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Beacon is glowing up harder than a pumpkin spice latte served with side-eye and a perfectly arched brow, and right in the middle of it all — boom — The Wild Kitchen + Bar lands on Main Street like it owns the place. And honestly? It kinda does. The Wild Kitchen + Bar: Beacon’s […]
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If you’re searching for the best coffee and flower shop in Midtown Manhattan, look no further than Remi 43. This hidden sanctuary blends the raw energy of New York City with the calming beauty of tropical flowers and the comfort of an expertly brewed cup. It’s a place where the city’s heartbeat slows down […]
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There are evenings that feed the soul. And then there are evenings that feed the soul and make your taste buds sing a Broadway medley under a twilight sky. My recent visit to Half Moon, perched gracefully along the Hudson River in Dobbs Ferry, NY, was exactly that—a romantic escapade that began with cocktails […]
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The Hudson Valley has a way of softening time. Maybe it’s the filtered light draped over the Catskills at golden hour, or the way Route 212 winds with just enough grace to feel deliberate—like a secret meant only for those paying attention. Follow that curve far enough into Saugerties, and you’ll spot it: a […]
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Even though NYC is my mother (she raised me wild and chic), and the Hudson Valley is undeniably my father (strong, grounded, and just a little rugged), the Hamptons? Oh honey, the Hamptons is pure me. Think: barefoot luxury, sandy thighs, sun-kissed rosé, and a breezy confidence that only summer on Long Island can […]
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You know those places that are so charming you’re not quite sure if you walked into a restaurant or an elaborate Hallmark movie set? Fetch Bar & Grill in Warwick, NY is exactly that—with a twist of sass, a generous pour of martini, and enough dog memorabilia to make your Aunt Linda’s pug shrine […]
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Spring in the Hudson Valley means farm‑fresh ingredients, patio season, and a surge of creative seasonal menus. After combing through Hudson Valley Style Magazine’s reviews and confirming that each venue is open and thriving, these seven spots rise to the top. Whether you crave French bistro charm, Middle‑Eastern flair, or lakeside comfort food, each ranks among the […]
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It begins with light… Not candlelight, not mood lighting—gallery light. Clean, crisp, intentional. Downtown New Rochelle, just past eight. The kind of night where you expect a quiet dinner, maybe a glass of something dry. But what unfolded was far from expected. From Gallery Glow to Neon Pulse: An Experiential Journey at Sushi by […]
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New York City takes on a special kind of poetry when rain polishes its streets to a quiet shine. The roar of midtown traffic softens to a lullaby, and gray clouds wrap the skyline in a gentle hush. It was on just such an evening, with water droplets sparkling like tiny diamonds on my […]
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On my quest to uncover the most authentic local spots in the Hudson Valley and Catskills, I stumbled upon a place that felt like a serendipitous discovery straight out of a Western movie. The Station Bar & Curio in Woodstock, NY, isn’t just a bar—it’s a time capsule, a rebellion, and a love letter […]
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There’s something magical about stepping into a place that feels like it exists in a parallel universe where time slows down, cheese is revered like fine art, and every creaky wooden beam has a story to whisper. That’s exactly the vibe at Last Chance Restaurant + Antiques and Cheese Store in Tannersville, NY—a cozy, […]
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There are mornings when the universe just gets it right. Waking up in a historic farmhouse in Saugerties, NY on a crisp winter day felt like something out of a cozy novel, but it was Alba’s Kitchen Restaurant in Woodstock that took the storyline to new heights. With stunning artwork by Mark Hawdon on […]
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🚂 All aboard the flavor express! 🚂 Let me set the scene: It’s an icy morning in the Catskills, and after an early-bird shred session at Belleayre Mountain, my body was screaming for sustenance. Not just any breakfast, though—I needed that post-ski comfort food magic to restore my very existence. As I drove through […]
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This February morning, I awoke in my Catskill Mountains Hideaway Cabin, embraced by the ethereal hush of the countryside. The snow, a familiar companion of winter, had vanished overnight, unveiling a fog-draped landscape that felt as though it had been conjured straight from a dream. There’s something transformative about the Catskills—its unpredictable weather, its […]
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As winter winds danced through the trees of the Catskills, I found myself drawn to the promise of warmth, indulgence, and Argentinian-inspired cuisine at The Shelter in Woodstock, NY. A true culinary adventurer cannot resist the magnetic pull of hearty fare and rustic elegance, and this spot offered just that. Culinary Sanctuary in the […]
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The Catskills in winter are not for the faint of heart. The air bites, the snow piles high, and the winding roads seem to test your resolve at every turn. Yet, this rugged beauty is precisely why I come here—not just to endure but to embrace. This isn’t just a destination; it’s an experience, […]
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