Central New Yorkers love their food. The community is known for its diverse, independently owned restaurants – and food indicative to the area – Syracuse’s salt potatoes; Utica’s tomatoe pie, long hots and Utica Greens; and Ithaca is known for…
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Syracuse’s International Groceries and Import Markets
Syracuse and Central New York have a long history of welcoming refugees and immigrants and that diversity makes our area a more vibrant, special place to live. One of the many advantages is the bounty of international groceries and import…
St. Sophia’s Greek Cultural Festival
Every June during the summer festival season, St. Sophia’s Greek Orthodox Church on Waring Road in Dewitt, hosts their Greek Cultural Festival. The festival, now in its 46th year, blends music, dance and…
Annual Westcott Street Cultural Fair
One of the Syracuse area’s favorite events is the eclectic annual Westcott Street Cultural Fair. The energetic Westcott Nation (a term coined in the ‘60s) is a diverse neighborhood east of downtown Syracuse. The community’s residents range from grad students…
10 Totally CNY Foods, Regional Dishes
Every city or region has cuisine that developed over time, often thanks to the cultures represented in that area or the available agricultural bounty. Central New York is no different – we have several delicious regional dishes we’re known for,…
Get to Know Central New York
Whether you’re new to the Central New York area, considering a move, or just want to get to know us better, here’s a little primer on CNY. Get to know us a little better through our food and drink, attractions,…