Rochester, New York sits on Lake Ontario an hour between east of Buffalo, west of Syracuse and south of the Canadian border. And very far from NYC. Ultimately, Rochester is also well-known for its historical contributions. It was a haven along the Underground Railroad into Canada. In addition, it was headquarters…
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2025 Finger Lakes Wine Festival Cancelled: How to Plan a Wine Trip Without It
Finger Lakes Wine Country is home to three distinct wine trails, each offering exciting wine and food pairing events throughout the year. Spectacular Chardonnay, Riesling, and Pinot Noirs attract wine lovers from all over the world. New York State is now one of the largest wine-producing regions in the country….
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Garbage Plate 101: How to Order Rochester’s Most Famous Dish
Quintessential greasy spoon experience in Rochester, New York Buffalo is famous for its wings. New Orleans offers the cherished po’ boys. Philly is synonymous with cheesesteaks. Baltimore is the go-to for crab cakes. Each city often has its own culinary claim to fame. Rochester, New York, joins the ranks with…
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Craft Beer in Rochester: 4 Breweries You Need to Visit
I went to Sperry High School in Henrietta, just outside of Rochester, New York. Like a lot of kids in small towns across America, I couldn’t wait to leave. Now that I’m grown, I look forward to visiting and seeing all the changes. One huge change is the craft beer…
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8 Romantic Places to Inspire a Kiss in Rochester, New York
Rochester is a city founded on a booming industry like Kodak. It has morphed into a place that is teeming with arts and culture of all kinds. It’s warm now, yet, everyone who has roughed it through the long winters, knows it’s easy to get stuck in a routine. Snuggling…
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Visiting the Legacy Museum in Montgomery Alabama: What You Need to Know
Today’s climate was the perfect political backdrop for a side trip to Montgomery, Alabama. The Legacy Museum and National Memorial for Peace and Justice is a central location for the infamous African slave trade in America. Sometimes travel experiences hurt. Sometimes they are very uncomfortable. And sometimes they make you…
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My Top 10 Amazing Italian Experiences
Italy has so many beautiful, historic and delicious cities to visit. There are many awesome experiences from the hip to the toe and the Sicilian rock it kicks to the south. Ten Amazing Experiences in Italy are just some of my favorite travel experiences. These 10 tips will help get the most out of each one.
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Franklin BBQ in Austin Texas– I’m Here for the Brisket
There are tons of blogs that will tell you why Franklin’s is different from all the other Texas BBQs. I can tell you, I was not disappointed in the wait for the brisket at Franklin BBQ. I barely got back into the car before I broke off a piece of brisket and yes, it was delicious. It fell apart in my fingers. It was moist and seasoned just right. Who knows, I may even wait in line again, it was part of the experience.