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  • Thanksgiving Menu Ideas

    Thanksgiving Menu Ideas

    Less than two weeks to go until Thanksgiving! Are you still looking for menu ideas? I am sharing some of my favorites below. Appetizers- Roasted Butternut Squash bruschetta A fall charcuterie board Turkey Cheese Board Fall Nachos Apple Cider Sangria Pumpkin Dip Side Dishes- Creamy Mashed Potatoes Root Vegetable Stuffing…

  • Saratoga Gluten Free Goods

    Saratoga Gluten Free Goods

    I sat down with Robert to discus how they started their GF bakery when it wasn’t as widely popular and how they have been able to stay in business for so many years. Check out the episode below.

  • The Tiny Diney

    The Tiny Diney

    Situated in a charming little spot in Cohoes, The Tiny Diney is continuing the legacy of their new space at 300 ½ Ontario St as a diner which has been the case now for 100 years! I sat down with Robilee, who is as colorful as the decor to discuss…

  • All The Juicy Things

    All The Juicy Things

    Want the juicy details on how a Christmas gift from 2017 was the jumping off point to starting a business? Check out the latest episode of Bite Me below where I talk with one of the owners at Unified Beerworks about a home brew kit being the impetus to starting…

  • Tacos are cheaper than therapy

    Tacos are cheaper than therapy

    When I first discovered there was a new taco stand at the Spa City farmers market last summer, I was thrilled. It was so new in fact that there wasn’t a huge line (yet) but as word started to spread, the line for these tacos got longer and longer. Thankfully…

  • Life is Sweet at Sweet Sue’s Copper Pot

    Life is Sweet at Sweet Sue’s Copper Pot

    I sat down with Sue to talk with her about the business she’s owned for 11 years and how her passion for art and baking have come together resulting in beautifully designed baked goods. Check out the new episode of Bite Me below.

  • Always put on your Sundaes Best

    Always put on your Sundaes Best

    I sat down with Katie, the owner of Sundaes Best Hot Fudge to talk with her about how she was bitten by the entrepreneurial bug and where their delectable hot fudge recipe comes from. Check out the new episode of Bite Me below.

  • Let’s talk tikka!

    Let’s talk tikka!

    I have always been a huge fan of Indian food and was thrilled to find out that Nani’s Indian Kitchen was opening in Ballston Spa. I reached out to the owner Nafeesa Koslik to find out how she was bitten by the entrepreneurial bug and what some her most popular…

  • Newly opened places in the 518

    Newly opened places in the 518

    There are 2 new breweries, and an Italian and Indian restaurant that are new to the area. See below for links, info and locations. Nani’s Indian Kitchen in Ballston Spa- “Nani’s Indian Kitchen serves lunch and dinner. The rest of our menu features recipes made with love, that my mother…

  • Thanksgiving Favorites

    Thanksgiving Favorites

    With just two weeks to go until Thanksgiving, I wanted to share some of my favorite recipes in case you’re still looking for something to make this year. Apple Cider Sangria is the perfect fall cocktail to sip on while enjoying appetizers with family and friends. Looking for a festive…