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A birthday weekend in Lake George during their Oktoberfest brought me to Crabby Joe’s. A seafood restaurant with a bar and outdoor seating right on Canada Street. We tried two appetizers and the same entree. This was a great first impression for me — I would go back to Crabby Joe’s to try the rest of their menu.
My sister found Gilligan's Clam Bar in Pomona, New York, and recommended that we visit it for my birthday. So on a rainy April evening, I drove us through the windy mountains to Gilligan’s colorful restaurant, where we ordered the most fantastic king crab legs I’ve ever had! Click to read about the dishes from our meal and my recommendations.
The 2019 Hudson Valley Garlic Festival was my first visit to Saugerties, New York. This beautiful fall festival features miles of garlic vendors, farmers, creative foodie entrepreneurs, craft vendors, and live music. This week’s blog shares the amazing vendors I visited, the food I tried, and overall the amazing, sunny Saturday we spent surrounded by garlic (my favorite!)
My last day of my birthday trip to New York City brought me to The American Museum of Natural History. After several hours of exploring I headed back towards Hell’s Kitchen to The Meatball Shop, a minimalist shop with a creative menu offering everything meatball!
My first time to the top of the Empire State Building in New York City. Plus, where to go on a weekday morning for breakfast? Check out the new restaurant review about a bagel shop in the Garment District — and where I spent my morning enjoying the delicious sandwich.
Ichiran Ramen is a Japanese restaurant chain tailored for solo-diners. Popular for its individual stalls and lack of human contact, Ichiran focuses on high-quality ramen and developing traditional flavors. Check out my review of the Midtown Manhattan Ichiran location.
A few days in New York City to celebrate my birthday brought me to the major attractions: A walk down the High Line, a stop in Chelsea Market, and a mid-morning ice cream cone from Milk Bar Chelsea. Read about the history of each location and what it was like visiting. Plus, see the famous treats I tried at Milk Bar Chelsea.
A trip to New York City brought our group to Real Kung Fu Little Steamed Buns Ramen. From appetizers like homemade dumplings — to ramen for midday lunch, read my first impression of Real Kung Fu and whether or not I would recommend going back.
A pre-Labor Day weekend trip brought me back to Lake George. With gorgeous sunny weather, we were able to visit a popular seasonal restaurant right on the water called The Shoreline Restaurant.
Eating lakeside with a view of the water from the deck makes this a perfect Lake George restaurant for lunch or dinner!
A weeknight trip to Bolton Landing, NY for dinner took Jamie and I on a dinner adventure. We ended up at the Lakeside Lodge and Grille, a local hangout with amazing food.
A coffee-lovers adventure to the newly opened Caffè Vero in Lake George, New York. See the new interior design, coffee-review, and what makes Caffè Vero unique!
The Fort William Henry Hotel has two restauraunts to visit during the winter. The Tankard Taverne is one of those spots: half bar, half dining room. The view of the lake and outdoor patio with firepit is something you don't want to miss.
A second breakfast spot for winters in Lake George, NY. The White Lion in The Fort William Henry Hotel offers elegant breakfast's with spectacular lake views.
Jamie and I headed to Lake George, NY for New Years 2017. As one of our favorite spots, this was my first time visiting during the bitter winter. Finding the best breakfast spot? Here it is, The Prospect Mountain Diner.
