
Candice Smith
- Jun 5, 2018
- 3 min
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, 2018
- 4 min
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...

Candice Smith
- May 8, 2018
- 3 min
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, 2018
- 2 min
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, 2018
- 4 min
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...

Candice Smith
- Feb 5, 2018
- 4 min
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, 2018
- 3 min
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...

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- Dec 14, 2017
- 2 min
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...

Candice Smith
- Nov 30, 2017
- 3 min
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...

Candice Smith
- Nov 16, 2017
- 3 min
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

Candice Smith
- Nov 9, 2017
- 3 min
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...

Candice Smith
- Oct 19, 2017
- 4 min
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...

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- Oct 16, 2017
- 2 min
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,...

Candice Smith
- Oct 5, 2017
- 5 min
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, 2017
- 3 min
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...

Candice Smith
- Sep 21, 2017
- 5 min
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...

Candice Smith
- Sep 14, 2017
- 3 min
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...

Candice Smith
- Aug 31, 2017
- 4 min
FARM & FOOD PROGRAM HELPS TEENS EXCEL
How did your teenagers spend their summer? I met some teens who worked on Hudson Valley farms, made their own kale pesto and body scrubs,...

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- Aug 28, 2017
- 3 min
Chef & Farmer Brunch
Come on, admit it, if you had a chance to see where Tom Brady and Giselle Bundchen were going to be living in the Hudson Valley (and...

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- Aug 24, 2017
- 2 min
Handcrafted Drinks from the Summer Garden – Shrubs and Bitters
If you think a shrub is that bush in front of your house, you’re missing out on some great drinking opportunities! Come and find out all...