Halal N Out’s New Location and My Favorite Plate
Halal N Out just opened a new location in Henrietta and I have decided to do something…different. I am going to try everything on their menu. I know it sounds silly and I [...]
Angry Smokehouse’s BBQ, Built on Research and Flavor
Angry Smokehouse isn’t just another BBQ spot — it’s the result of months of research, traveling the country, and learning from pitmasters. During Baldwinsville Dining Weeks, the menu demonstrates why taking the time [...]
Angry Garlic’s New Dining Week Dish
Every dish at Angry Garlic features garlic, but that’s just the beginning of what makes this restaurant a Baldwinsville staple. During Dining Weeks, Jeff Rogers uses the event to showcase special menu items [...]
A Long-Awaited Visit to Tavos in Rochester
I have had Tavos in Rochester on my radar for a long time, and finally, I made it there. From bold tequila shrimp to standout guacamole, the restaurant balances familiar flavors with playful [...]
Dirty Martini Dip at The Wood in Baldwinsville
I love it when restaurants do something different. The Wood in Baldwinsville took a dish, presented it to me in a different way, and it was delicious. You'll be able to try it [...]
Inside Albunn, Rochester’s Arabic Coffee Standout
Iam not sure when the trend started, but Arabic coffee shops are popping up across Upstate New York, and Albunn in Rochester is a standout. From fruit-shaped desserts to Basque cheesecake and Yemeni [...]
From a School Bus to 22 Locations: JRECK Subs
Starting out on a converted school bus in Central New York, this sub shop has grown into a statewide favorite with 22 locations. From Italian subs to buffalo chicken and cheesesteaks, every sandwich [...]
Why Franco’s Upside-Down Pizza Is Worth the Stop
When the owner of Franco’s Pizzeria in Westmoreland sent me a DM asking me to visit, I added them to my list. What I discovered when I visited was a uniquely delicious upside‑down [...]
Why Ridge Donuts Still Matters in Rochester
Ridge Donut Cafe is my favorite donut shop in Rochester. From classic glazed and powdered donuts to massive pretzel-shaped treats, every bite is perfect. Beyond the donuts, it’s the friendly staff that keep [...]
A Return Trip to Union Tavern
Ihave been to Union Tavern before, but this visit gave me a new reason to appreciate what they’re doing. Between the history of the building and a standout sandwich, this stop felt both [...]
