Eat & Drink

Beer

Beer lovers have it good in the Hudson Valley. From crisp IPAs to full-bodied lagers and fruited sours, there's a beer for ever sort of craft brew aficionado in the region. Whether you venture to a farm brewery for hyperlocal beers or swing by the abundance of breweries with top-notch dining offerings to match the quality of whatever is on draft, you have a wealth of opportunities from which to choose when it comes to great pours along the Hudson River.

Recipes

With so many talented chefs and must-visit restaurants in the Hudson Valley, it's hardly a surprise that there are more than a few recipes ready to be shared among them. Luckily, local food artisans have proffered up a number of delectable recipes for Hudson Valley readers over the years. So, the next time you're looking for a showstopping centerpiece for your holiday table or just want a sweet treat to satisfy, you're sure to find a scrumptious recipe with local ties right here.

Restaurants

The Hudson Valley is a true paradise when it comes to finding great restaurants. With the Culinary Institute of America in our midst and close proximity to New York City, the region has become a veritable hub for top-tier dining of every sort. Locals and visitors alike can tempt their palates with culinary creations by James Beard nominees, up-and-coming chefs, or neighborhood standbys. Plus, with so many restaurants spread across our 10 counties, finding that next unforgettable meal is only ever a short drive away.

Wine & Spirits

Love trying out new wines and spirits? If so, you'll adore the fact that the Hudson Valley is packed to the brim with award-winning distilleries and wineries. Spirits producers in the region do it all, from crafting beautifully botanical gins to rich and bold bourbons that are just as wonderful on their own as they are when shaken or stirred into cocktails. And did we mention the wines? Hudson Valley vineyards do wine lovers right with pours that run the gamut from crisp whites to full-bodied reds and everything in between.

Havana on the Hudson

Partake in the exotic tastes of the Valley’s emerging Cuban dining scene at Babalu Bob’s in Fishkill

Valentine’s Day Guide

It’s snuck up on you once again: Valentine’s Day is this Saturday, and you haven’t made any romantic plans to celebrate. Never fear: Here’s a surefire guide to the weekend’s Cupid-related activities, all of which are guaranteed to make your honey swoon.

Ready to Roll

You don’t have to go to the Land of the Rising Sun to land some great sashimi. Here are our picks of top-notch sushi bars — right in your own backyard

DA|BA Hudson

Care to escape the dreary New York winter blues for a taste of European...

Gourmet Meals, Great Deals

These days, we’re all looking for bargains — and not just at the supermarket or shopping mall. So we did some digging. Here are seven of our favorite restaurants that offer prix-fixe menus, and three well-priced wines to celebrate the arrival of spring. And don’t forget Restaurant Week returns this month. Who says you can’t eat well in a down economy?
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Rhinecliff Revisited

After major renovations, The Bar at the Rhinecliff, the new eatery at the famed Rhinecliff hotel, reopens with an updated look and a varied menu

Yes, We Have No Bananas

A staple of Latin American cuisine, the versatile plantain can be served as a savory side dish or a sweet dessert

Steak Houses

Porterhouse. Rib Eye. Filet Mignon. Are you hungry yet? From city-style hot spots to down-home dining rooms, here are eleven of the Valley’s best places to find the beef

Steak Out

Here in the Hudson Valley we don’t see as many “classic” steakhouses as you do in big cities. But you may be surprised at the wide range of options we do have...

Magic on Market Street

French favorites — spiced up with the flavors of the Mediterranean — await diners at Rhinebeck’s newest brasserie
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