Mike Diago

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The Fight to Bring Oysters Back to the Hudson River

New York nonprofit Billion Oyster Project works to repopulate one of the Hudson River's keystone species.

Cookbook Author Julia Turshen on Discovering Her Passion for Food

The Ulster County resident talks turkey – ahem, chicken – and remembers the woman who led the way into the kitchen.

Food Editor Ruth Reichl on Storytelling and Sour Cherry Pie

The longtime Gourmet editor and Columbia County resident reflects on the sweet, tangy, and tempting powers of food.

The Beat Goes on With West African Drummer Kazi Oliver

Oliver brings the thrill of drumming to people of all ages.

A Hudson Valley Chef Pilots His Own Course to Seafood and Serenity

Serevan Chef Serge Madikians flies to Cape Cod on a rental plane to deliver Armenian flavor in Amenia.

4 Asian Ingredients to Add to Your Cooking Arsenal

Gomen Ramen's Yuoko Yamamoto handpicks her top four health foods to scout for at Asian markets.

How to Navigate the Hudson Valley’s Asian Grocery Markets

Yuoko Yamamoto of Kingston's Gomen Ramen teaches us how to find the best duck and dumplings in town.

3 Cozy Pasta Dishes You Need to Try This Winter

These Hudson Valley noodles hit the spot on the chilliest of days.

Leah Penniman

To call Leah Penniman’s work life a career wouldn’t do it justice. The word...

One Festival Brings a Taste of Spain to the Valley

A talented dancer channels her love of flamenco into this Rosendale event.

Unveiled: A Boutique Bridal Brunch is February 23!

Our Best of Hudson Valley ballot is open through January 31!

Our Women in Business Awards event is December 5!

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