Food

When planning a business event or meeting, food is important. It can create a welcoming atmosphere. However, keeping costs down can be difficult, especially for small businesses or organizations with limited budgets. The good news ... more

Sustainability has become one of the defining priorities in specialty coffee in 2026. For many buyers, choosing a sustainable coffee company is about more than flavor alone - it reflects a commitment to environmental stewardship, ... more

Lake House on Canandaigua executive pastry chef John Bard is competing in the Favorite Chef competition. Online voting in the current round closes Thursday night ... more

A six-day food truck fundraiser will support Crystal Beach Fire Rescue and its volunteer first responders from Aug. 3 through Aug. 8. The fundraiser will run from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily at the ... more

Muranda Cheese Company in Waterloo is being highlighted as a popular stop on the Finger Lakes Cheese Trail. The business has produced award-winning cheese in the region for nearly 20 years ... more

NouNou's Authentic Lao-Thai has opened in Lansing's Triphammer Marketplace. Owner Douangdao Visonnavong, known as NouNou, moved to the Ithaca area from Laos in 2007 and previously worked at Tamarind Thai ... more

The Corner Brew in Dryden has received a New York State Senator Empire Award for its community impact. Owner Kayla Lane opened the coffee shop on West Main Street in March 2023 ... more

Marion Bake Shoppe has opened at 4071 North Main Street, bringing a grab-and-go bakery to a renovated space inside the former Tim's Auto Body building. Owner Kristen Palmer, a Marion native, is the third generation ... more

A long-vacant downtown Seneca Falls building has reopened as the It’s a Wonderful Scoop ice cream shop after an extensive renovation, according to the Finger Lakes Times. David Goldberg and Elissa Davidson purchased the 160-year-old ... more

Sedona Mesa Grill is opening on North Aurora Street in downtown Ithaca. The restaurant is taking over the former Creola space on Restaurant Row ... more

Rasa Hot Chicken & Grill has opened on Main Street in Burdett. Owner Farooq Abbas said the restaurant is open daily at 3815 Main St ... more

A new farmers market is coming to Watkins Glen this summer, giving residents and visitors another opportunity to shop local while enjoying live entertainment in the heart of the village. The Watkins Glen Farmers Market ... more

Gas BBQs have become a popular choice for outdoor cooking, offering a balance of convenience and performance. Whether you’re grilling for a quick weekday meal or hosting a weekend gathering, gas-powered barbecues provide an efficient ... more

A trip along the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail can offer more than tastings this summer, as several wineries expand dining options ranging from lakeside bistros to food trucks and barbecue nights. The trail's organizers are ... more

Hilary Fenner of Tour Cayuga, Mary Pidgeon of Believe Bakery and Kelli Morgan of Morgan's Half-Acre Produce join Jim Sinicropi live in-studio to talk about the 2026 Finger Lakes Sweet Treat Trail. The Sweet Treat ... more

Fresh produce and local business pride are fueling a new campaign in Schuyler County, according to WENY. Hector Homegrown launched this spring with an interactive map that helps shoppers find local farms, flowers, and animal ... more

Hotel Canandaigua will host a new lakeside food and music fundraiser later this month featuring barbecue tastings, meat raffles and a live performance by local country artist Claudia Hoyser. The inaugural Certified Angus Beef Bash, ... more

Organic decaf coffee has come a long way from the flat, muted cups many coffee drinkers once expected. In 2026, the best organic decaf coffee brands are proving that caffeine-free coffee can still be rich, ... more

Every family has that one meal that lives forever, Grandma’s Sunday roast, Dad’s Thanksgiving turkey, Mom’s famous barbecue ribs. Those dishes aren’t just food; they’re traditions. They bring everyone to the same table, no matter ... more