What's New & Notable in August's Food and Dining Scene

Pop-up ice cream shop The Dutch Udder has found a permanent home in Troy. Using local dairy products and produce, this Capital Region darling has earned a loyal following for flavors like Pink Velvet Cookie Dough and Chocolate Toasted Coconut served in cool-colored waffle cones. (282B River St, Troy; 518.852.1067; find them on Facebook)

Olive oil and vinegar lovers are sampling like mad at The Blue Olive in Cold Spring, a recently opened branch of the popular Pawling tasting room. Find infused oils of all kinds and pick up some tapenades, jams, and pestos while you’re at it. (125 Main St, Cold Spring; 845.666.7220)

Quaff vinos and sip cider and spirits from around the state while you feast on savories at the Putnam County Wine and Food Fest. Bring the whole family (and some lawn chairs and blankets): There will be crafts and activities for the little ones and live music that appeals to everyone. (August 12 and 13; Iron & Wine Restaurant and Westview Golf Driving Range, 3191 Rt 22, Patterson; 800.557.4185)

Wake up to frosted scones and Eggs Benedict breakfast sandwiches at Albany newcomer The Hungry Hollow. Come lunchtime, try The BALT (bacon, avocado, lettuce, and tomato) or an Angus beef burger with a wedge of pineapple and spicy lime mayo. (203 Sheridan Ave, Albany; 518.729.2745)

Sure, you can devour old standbys like omelets, burgers, and wraps at freshly opened Sundance Kitchen & Cantina in White Plains, but you’ll also find Mexican specialties like homemade guac and chips, plus the full complement of burritos, tacos, fajitas, and chimichangas. (208 Mamaroneck Ave, White Plains; 914.946.2300)

Taste the top restaurants’ burgers (veggie types, too), enjoy the best brews, and devour custom side dishes and desserts at the Burger & Beer Bash. Vote for your preferred patty. (August 17, Dutchess Stadium, 1500 NY-9D, Wappingers Falls)