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Oct 20, 20182 min read

The Scrappy Chef - Saving Money, Time & the Planet

Tonight for dinner pull out that limp leftover carrot, grab a bruised tomato, hunt in the back of your fridge for any expired items, and...

Pennings Farm Market...Fun for the Whole Family

Candice Smith

Sep 19, 20184 min read

Pennings Farm Market...Fun for the Whole Family

Pennings Farm which sits on 100 acres of pristine farmland in the historic Hudson Valley town of Warwick, NY, is so much more than just a...

The Harvest For Health Program at New York-Presbyterian

Candice Smith

Jun 23, 20183 min read

The Harvest For Health Program at New York-Presbyterian

LEARN, COOK AND EAT A guide to what month fresh produce will taste the best, twenty tips for smart grocery shopping, and healthy,...

Applebee's - Helping Neighbors Everyday!

Candice Smith

Jun 5, 20183 min read

Applebee's - Helping Neighbors Everyday!

Normally, HudsonValleyEATS focuses our stories on the independent restaurant and business owners but sometimes we need to make an...

Candice Smith

Jun 1, 20184 min read

Where in the World is Ric Orlando?

Who is that chef described as a pioneer of the Hudson Valley Farm to Table Cooking? Who is that guy with a quirky sense of humor and a...

BAKING MEMORIES 4 KIDS…ONE COOKIE AT A TIME!

Candice Smith

May 8, 20183 min read

BAKING MEMORIES 4 KIDS…ONE COOKIE AT A TIME!

What Do Chocolate Chip Cookies & Disney Have in Common? Making Happy Memories! Established in 2012 by cancer survivor Frank Squeo,...

Janet irizarry

Mar 22, 20182 min read

Are you ready for The Sassy Chef?

Who doesn't like a good movie, especially one about a restaurant and a sassy chefs? Oh, and did we mention, it supports a great cause....

Candice Smith

Mar 1, 20184 min read

Horses, Healing & Heavenly Ice Cream!

What could make a parent happier than seeing their physically challenged child take their first horseback ride and then devour a cookie...

The Ugliest Turn Beautiful: Second Chance Foods

Candice Smith

Feb 5, 20184 min read

The Ugliest Turn Beautiful: Second Chance Foods

We traipsed a respectful 50 feet behind the farm hands who were harvesting row after row of ripe, rosy tomatoes. We were a motley crew...

Candice Smith

Jan 30, 20183 min read

All You Need is LOVE

Can you imagine having your restaurant staff prepare 1,200 hot meals a week for neighborhood kids? What about making a habit out of...

Anne Maxfield

Dec 14, 20172 min read

Sparrow’s Nest

If you’re looking for a good ways to give back and get some holiday shopping done, you might want to look at Sparrow’s Nest. “Sparrow’s...

Tea, Scones, Gifts & a Heart of Gold…Florrie Kaye's Tea Room

Candice Smith

Nov 30, 20173 min read

Tea, Scones, Gifts & a Heart of Gold…Florrie Kaye's Tea Room

I have visited many tea rooms all throughout New England, but I have never spent 4 hours eating, shopping and chatting until I...

Deising's Bakery in Kingston: A Sweet Way to Give Back to the Community

Candice Smith

Nov 16, 20173 min read

Deising's Bakery in Kingston: A Sweet Way to Give Back to the Community

There's a lot more to Deising's Bakery in Kingston than just great food! See how they're giving back to the community one cake a

At the Family of Woodstock: A Thanksgiving Feast For All

Candice Smith

Nov 9, 20173 min read

At the Family of Woodstock: A Thanksgiving Feast For All

BEING GRATEFUL...A THANKSGIVING FEAST FOR ALL Last Thanksgiving your turkey was a little dry, no one ate your string bean casserole, and...

DON’T YUCK MY YUM! A DAY AT KATCHKIE FARM

Candice Smith

Oct 19, 20174 min read

DON’T YUCK MY YUM! A DAY AT KATCHKIE FARM

As I traipsed behind a bunch of 7-year-olds in a sheep pasture, one little girl looked disgustedly at my flimsy sandals and exclaimed...

JJ's2Go: Roast Pork and "Lots of Love Baby!"

Anne Maxfield

Oct 16, 20172 min read

JJ's2Go: Roast Pork and "Lots of Love Baby!"

The True Meaning of Comfort Food Some foods are comfort foods for different reasons. The Latin dish of roast pork, rice and beans is one,...

Turning American Veterans Into American Farmers

Candice Smith

Oct 5, 20175 min read

Turning American Veterans Into American Farmers

“Farming is a surprisingly social yet isolated profession. You can spend an entire day talking to a group about subjects or experiences...

Janet irizarry

Sep 28, 20173 min read

Feeding the Hudson Valley

Every year the Hudson Valley hosts dozens of events and festivals centered around food – there is the garlic festival, the bacon and...

O POSITIVE A FESTIVAL FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY

Candice Smith

Sep 21, 20175 min read

O POSITIVE A FESTIVAL FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY

Inspirational murals and yoga for mom. Wellness seminars and Lagunitas craft beer for dad. Funk rock bands and a New Orleans-style...

SPARROW’S NEST DELIVERS HOME-MADE MEALS & HUGS

Candice Smith

Sep 14, 20173 min read

SPARROW’S NEST DELIVERS HOME-MADE MEALS & HUGS

A home-made meal delivered to your doorstep. A warm smile and a big hug! Lots of love & well wishes! All of this is only a part of the...