How Specialized Asian Cooking Utensils Enhance Culinary Technique
It takes a lot more than fresh ingredients and a simple recipe to make traditional Asian food. For authentic flavour, you must move quickly, control heat, and use good cooking techniques that Western cookware can't ... more
FLX WEEKLY: Kristen Harter of Nolan’s on Wedding & Event Planning (podcast)
Kristen Harter is the Director of Sales, Nolan’s on Canandaigua Lake and Nolan’s Catering and joins Jim Sinicropi in-studio to talk about upcoming events and timeline tips for newly engaged couples planning their wedding. Also, ... more
How the Finger Lakes Became a TOP Food-and-Drink Destination
The first thing that comes to mind when thinking about the Finger Lakes is the scenery; after all, that is what they are most renowned for. But despite the scenery, it is actually a well-known ... more
Business Catering Ideas for Small Budgets
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
The Best Sustainable Coffee Brands in 2026: Ethical Picks for the Intentional Coffee Drinker
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
Canandaigua chef known for desserts at Lake House seeks national title
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
Food truck fundraiser to support Crystal Beach Fire Rescue Aug. 3-8
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 anchors Finger Lakes trail
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 opens in Lansing bringing authentic Lao-Thai food to area
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
Corner Brew earns state honor for community impact
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
New bakery opens along North Main St. in Marion
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
New ice cream shop revives historic Seneca Falls building
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 opens in Ithaca
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
Burdett adds hot chicken spot on Main Street
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
New Watkins Glen Farmers Market debuts Tuesday
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
A Practical Guide to Gas BBQ: Simple, Efficient Outdoor Cooking
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
Cayuga Lake Wine Trail highlights summer dining destinations
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
FLX WEEKLY: Finger Lakes Sweet Treat Trail 2026 (podcast)
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
Hector pushes local food movement
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
