Written by Verity Smith Once upon a time, I lived in So Cal. Not a big fan of either endless summer or car culture, I moved East years ago, and thought I’d never look back. But we often don’t realize what we will most miss until we’ve left a place. For me? Hands down: the…
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Ms. Paulette’s Grocery Store
Written and Photographed by Verity Smith It is a truism to say that Hudson is changing rapidly — in some exciting ways, yes, but with commensurate losses that can alter the very fabric of the community. Even before the pandemic, economic and demographic changes swept away many a beloved small business. But all is not…
Relish The Thought!
Written by Verity Smith Jen and Chef D Anyone who has ever tried the “It’s Famous” chicken salad at RELISH DELIGHTS will know what I mean when I say that it is so good that I viscerally missed that chicken salad during the shutdown. You will rejoice to hear that Relish has rebooted and reopened…
Red Barn Hudson
by Verity Smith No sooner did dining OUTDOORS begin again under Phase 2 of re-opening but POOF! Here we are in Phase 3 as of YESTERDAY, Wednesday, June 17! So what does that mean for diners? You can read a summary of the guidelines here. While usually focused on what’s happening in Hudson proper, we…
al fresco
By Verity Smith Lawrence Park Hudson outdoor patio – photo from their Facebook Page Nothing says summertime in Hudson like dining al fresco. As of last week, it is legal to do so again at restaurants in NYS (subject, of course, to social distancing and other precautions). So where can you go to dine and…
A Drop to Drink
Wunder-berry Dreamsicle, made with Absolut Juice Strawberry vodka with hints of peach and vanilla, orange juice and a splash of cream. Served on ice in a quart container.