Hudson Valley Magazine November 2012

There’s culinary magic in the air at the Crimson Sparrow, Hudson’s new hot spot

American and French dining at Brasserie 292 Restaurant in Poughkeepsie, NY

One slick business: First it was coffee houses, then it was wine bars. The latest hip culinary hangout? Olive oil tasting bars

News and notes from the Valley’s dining scene for November 2012

Meet Republican Chris Gibson and Democrat Julian Schreibman, candidates in the 2012 race for the 19th Congressional District

Meet Republican Nan Hayworth and Democrat Sean Patrick Maloney, candidates in the 2012 race for the 18th Congressional District

We can’t talk local politics without mentioning Nick D’Angelo. Just 20 years old, Stormville’s young “Mr. Conservative” is the campaign manager for Republican Kim Izzarelli, who hopes to win the state Assembly’s 95th District seat

Our annual list of the Valley’s top dental health professionals — as chosen by their peers. Plus, learn more about teeth whitening, recent advances in sedation techniques, and other hot topics in dentistry

Should I whiten my teeth? Is fluoride good for me, or not? Should my eight-year-old be getting braces? There is a lot of conflicting information out there. Here’s the lowdown on five topics that have the world of dentistry buzzing

The Valley is home to some of the most sophisticated restaurants on the planet — but sometimes, you just want a really good hot dog. Whether you’re looking for a quick meal or a stick-to-your-ribs snack, these 19 eateries provide a wide range of wallet-friendly dishes representing a number of cultures (Asian, Mexican, African, Jamaican, Irish) and types of cuisine, from organic and vegetarian to soul food