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Introducing: "My Mindful Kitchen: 90-Day Path to Becoming a Mindful Foodie"

Nov 21, 20232 min read

Introducing: "My Mindful Kitchen: 90-Day Path to Becoming a Mindful Foodie"

'My Mindful Kitchen' isn't just a program; it's a mission grounded in unwavering commitment to making a positive difference in our children

Win a Prize Package of $600 Worth of Gift Certificates to Top Hudson Valley Restaurants

Janet irizarry

Jun 7, 20231 min read

Win a Prize Package of $600 Worth of Gift Certificates to Top Hudson Valley Restaurants

Calling all food enthusiasts and sustainability advocates in the Hudson Valley! We have some fantastic news to share. Hudson Valley Eats...

Are You Thinking About Your Part in Combating Climate Change All Wrong?

Janet irizarry

May 16, 20232 min read

Are You Thinking About Your Part in Combating Climate Change All Wrong?

What if I told you that what you may be thinking about your part in combating climate change is wrong? And what if I told you that by...

Ward's Bridge Inn: A Hudson Valley EATS Favorite

Janet irizarry

Mar 26, 20233 min read

Ward's Bridge Inn: A Hudson Valley EATS Favorite

For a dining experience that combines history, ambiance, and delicious food, look no further than Ward's Bridge Inn in Montgomery, NY....

The Center for EcoTechnology: Helping Restaurants Save Money and Reduce Waste

Janet irizarry

Feb 26, 20232 min read

The Center for EcoTechnology: Helping Restaurants Save Money and Reduce Waste

As a restaurant owner, does it keep you up at nights thinking about inflation and rising food costs? I know when I owned restaurants it...

Simple Tips for Saving Money and Reducing Food Waste this Holiday Season

Janet irizarry

Dec 22, 20224 min read

Simple Tips for Saving Money and Reducing Food Waste this Holiday Season

The holiday season is a time of celebration, but it can also be a time of excessive food waste. While it’s tempting to cook and bake up a...

An EPA Look at What Resources Go into a Year of Food Loss and Waste in the United States

Janet irizarry

Dec 3, 20211 min read

An EPA Look at What Resources Go into a Year of Food Loss and Waste in the United States

Hot off the presses, a summary of finding from the newly released EPA report, “From Farm to Kitchen: The Environmental Impacts of U.S....

Handsome Devil BBQ: Great BBQ in the Heart of Newburgh

Janet irizarry

Nov 30, 20214 min read

Handsome Devil BBQ: Great BBQ in the Heart of Newburgh

There’s are three things you can say about BBQ. One it’s good all year round. Barbecue screams summertime and eating outside, but it’s...

Janet irizarry

Oct 1, 20192 min read

Roasted Poblano Tomato Basil Soup

I may have mentioned a few times how much I love this time of year, especially because of tomatoes. Worried that there were only a few...

Chronogram Smartcard – Eat Out, Spend Less

Janet irizarry

Feb 19, 20193 min read

Chronogram Smartcard – Eat Out, Spend Less

For all of us who eat out a frequent basis, we know that the cost of dining out can add up quickly. How would you like to eat out more...

Applestone Meat Co - Your 24/7 Butcher Shop

Janet irizarry

Jul 12, 20183 min read

Applestone Meat Co - Your 24/7 Butcher Shop

It’s midnight. You want a steak. A good steak. Everything is closed. There’s nothing in the fridge. So you settle for some stale chips? ...

Top 5 Cookbooks of the Hudson Valley for Your Christmas List

Janet irizarry

Nov 27, 20172 min read

Top 5 Cookbooks of the Hudson Valley for Your Christmas List

The Hudson Valley abounds with great restaurants where you can enjoy the bounty of fresh ingredients from local farms. But what if you...

A Healthy Slice of Pizza at LaBella in New Paltz

Janet irizarry

Apr 28, 20173 min read

A Healthy Slice of Pizza at LaBella in New Paltz

If you are like me, you do your best to stay away from “bad” carbs, AKA white flour and therefore pizza is out. What a shame, because...

Crown Maple Heats Up with Horseshoe Brands

Janet irizarry

Apr 19, 20172 min read

Crown Maple Heats Up with Horseshoe Brands

Why choose between sweet or spicy when you can enjoy the best of both worlds? One of 2017’s biggest food trends is marrying the two...