Where to Eat in 2013: Top Restaurants and Dining Trends

So what’s cooking on the local dining scene these days? Well, tapas is taking over, German food is heating up, and pretzels are popping up everywhere. Here’s where to get in on all the foodie fun

When it comes to food and dining, keeping up with the current trends is key. Here in the Valley — and elsewhere — tapas is huge. Stick-to-your-ribs German food is emerging as a counterpoint to lighter fare. And you can’t turn on the tube without seeing an ad for a chain restaurant touting its use of the pretzel in one form or another. Here we profile six restaurants — and one food truck — that are serving up delicious meals well ahead of the culinary curve.

	Tomáš Tapas Bar and Restaurant, Wappingers Falls Where to eat in 2013: European-style tapas in Dutchess County
	Schatzi’s Pub and Bier Garden, Poughkeepsie Where to eat in 2013: German gastropub in Dutchess County
	Yianni’s Restaurant, Chatham Where to eat in 2013: Greek fusion in Columbia County
	Gunk Haus Restaurant, Highland Where to eat in 2013: Old World Bavarian in Ulster County
	Dish Mahopac Restaurant, Mahopac Where to eat in 2013: Bistro and wine bar in Putnam County
	Avocados Mexican-American Restaurant Bar, Fishkill Where to eat in 2013: Mexican-American fare in Dutchess County
	Black Forest Flammkuchen Co., Hudson Valley Where to eat in 2013: German food truck in the Hudson Valley
	Hot Food Trends in 2013: Pretzels Where to eat in 2013: Whistling Willie’s in Cold Spring, 151 Grill and Bar in Mahopac, Twisted Jeanne’s in Rosendale