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“You’re immersed here at the bottom of that spectacular 1,200 feet of sheer granite.” – Eric Ord

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omething special happens at the Minnewaska Lodge at sunrise. “The property is precisely aligned, east–west,” innkeeper and owner Eric Ord says, “so if you get up in time, you’ll see the cliff face just 50 meters away glow orange like the surface of Mars for 20 minutes.”

Follow that up with a lavish complimentary breakfast and you’ve got the perfect start to a wonderful day.

That’s just the beginning of the magic at the Lodge, nestled as it is against 25,000 acres of protected wildlands.

“You’re immersed here at the bottom of that spectacular 1,200 feet of sheer granite,” Ord says, “and the forest surrounds us on all sides. We’re far enough from the road to be en-

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gulfed in peace and stillness, except for the wildlife—people are amazed at the variety of birds we get.”

Born in South Africa, Ord spent 2 decades running hotels in Manhattan before moving up to the Catskills during the COVID pandemic to renovate a home here. Once that was sorted out, he started looking for just the right spot to practice the art of hospitality at the level he felt the area deserves. He found it at Minnewaska Lodge. “I saw the potential there and couldn’t resist, knowing what I could do with it,” he says.

Ord took over in fall 2023 and began a full renovation. “We’ve kept some things, like the beautiful Shaker oak

furniture, and added other amenities—soundproofing, carpeting, heat in the bathrooms, things that guests of four- and five-star places expect,” Ord says. “We’ve elevated it to where the sophisticated market is, which also means it’s not meant to be a flash-in-the-pan hipster hangout. It's an elegant lodge, a classic that’s not tied to a specific stylistic moment. I wanted to create the kind of place where a rock climber can come in from the mountain barefoot and feel completely comfortable, while someone pulling up in a limousine, someone who’s accustomed to top-shelf service, will feel equally comfortable and satisfied. Their needs will be elegantly met, in a way that’s understated and casual and warm. The location is spectacular, the amenities are on point, but it’s really our hospitality that’s our secret sauce.”

No two of the lodge’s twenty-six rooms are exactly alike. Some have

cathedral ceilings; others have private balconies awash in mountain or forest ambiance. Each features a spacious desk or round table and chairs and high-speed internet, should you need to get some work done, as well as cable TV. There are 40-inch soaking tubs, rain showers, and Shaker-tiled walls in the bathrooms, which are stocked with organic Lather bath and body care items. Getting ready for a night out? You’ve got a hair dryer, ironing board, and full-length mirror. Should you need an emergency sewing or shaving kit, just ask.

Sleeping in the next morning? Shut the blackout curtains.

But you may want to get up while breakfast is still being served. “I still call it Continental, but it’s way more than that,” Ord says. “We have hot food and omelets; we have local homemade granola and sheep’s milk yogurt and local honey and maple syrup, local pastries.” The Lodge has a full commercial kitchen; Ord

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is expanding the food options a little at a time, and in the afternoons, from 3 till 7, guests can get cheese, charcuterie—including South African biltong beef—and other snacks, along with a beverage from a local winery or distillery to enjoy outside on your choice of the two splendid decks or beside the Vermont Castings wood stove in the lounge. “We plan to start pop-up dinners in the near future, but meanwhile we can still cater an amazing lunch for your group,” he says.

On the property are three walking trails, one along a gurgling stream, dotted with fairy houses and meditation benches. There’s also a rock scramble that’s just challenging enough to be satisfying. “It’s wellmarked and takes you to the tree line at the base of the cliff face.

There’s a secret fern garden, and the view of the valley from up there is glorious,” Ord says. “Then, too, people like having all the Mohonk

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Preserve and Minnewaska carriage roads just minutes away.”

“The hotel reminded us in its atmosphere—appearance and hospitality—of the best Alpine inns,” writes a contented reviewer on Google.

“The accommodations are very comfortable. Our room and bathroom were spacious and immaculate. The view on the cliffs was spectacular. The Lodge is beautifully and well situated.… The staff is very helpful and courteous. Thank you, Eric. We will be back.”

Ord says he’s enjoying letting guests taste the local flavors. “We don’t want to be a boutique lodge that might be anywhere, and we design the experience to evoke the area and its charms,” he says.

“We have all new local art, and we do installations with local artists on consignment, so you can fall in love with a piece and take it home.

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and wineries and distilleries, the tea and coffee shops, the cheesemakers.

And we have an adventure concierge to help you plan the perfect day.…

We can get you to hiking, antiquing, skydiving, paragliding; we have a shuttle bus that can get you to the wineries and distilleries. We partner with local providers to arrange whatever you want: sound bathing, forest bathing, yoga, Reiki. This area is so rich with talented people, and I’ve gone around and introduced myself to lots of them, so we now have all of that at our fingertips.”

Ord says the Minnewaska Lodge is also the perfect place to host an event, whether a meeting or a milestone. “We can do micro-weddings of 40 to 60, or you can reserve room

blocks for your guests,” he says. “It’s ideal for that. And we have a lovely meeting room with that whole gig of WiFi, so you can have a great conference or retreat, or just a getaway for a group of friends. Since I come from an event-planning background, you won’t need to hire outside help for anything like that.” One recent wedding group opted on the spur of the moment to extend their two-day stay to five days, he says.

Weekends feature complimentary yoga classes in the new fitness room with floor-to-ceiling mirrors to help you get those asanas perfect.

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include your pet in the fun. The final phase of the renovations, which will be complete by press time, is adding a walk-in sauna and cedar hot tub, improved parking, a croquet green, a sculpture garden, a pickleball court, a pond, and a bridge.

Ord is enjoying himself up here in the country and is devoted to seeing that you will too. “I run it like an old-school innkeeper,” he says.

“I’m here every morning, making sure everybody knows what’s going on and what they shouldn’t miss, giving advice, getting people up the mountain if they don’t have cars or picking them up, making sure everything still works out if an event planner dropped the ball on

you,” he says. “hotels, restaurants and event planning have been hard wired to my nervous system since birth; I travel 30 days a year and seek out the finest, most interesting boutique hotels on the planet, getting ideas, sharing ideas. To me perfect hospitality is effortless elegance. It’s a natural passion for touch hospitality, which is not the same thing as service, that makes it all work. I have it, and the only people who will ever work here need to have it too. We regularly hear from guests is, ‘Wow, this place has great energy’.” I can only smile. How lucky am I to have found this spectacular location where both my passions and talents align.

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i g n i t e yo u r i n n e r s pa r k So winter is here—and even those of you who don’t mind the cold and spend plenty of time outdoors are more than likely nesting a bit. That doesn’t have to mean becoming a complete sofa spud. There are plenty of things you can do in your comfy, cozy home that will keep the cabin fever at bay and help you end each day with a sense of satisfaction—and by the time things thaw out, you may be amazed at what you’ve achieved in the darker months.

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FUN WITH ART Creativity isn’t some trait that’s reserved for Special People. Nor does it matter whether or not your creations are museum-quality flawless. What matters is the lovely impact these pursuits have on your brain and mood. The doing Photo by Phillipp Torres

is its own reward, although you may well find that you’re better at it than you expected, especially with a bit of study. (YouTube is great for instruction in just about anything these days.)

VISUAL ARTS. Get yourself a sketchbook and a set of charcoal pencils, or some clay and a basic set of sculpting tools, or—if the idea ignites something in your soul—invest in an easel and paints or a potter’s wheel. Study some basic methods and browse the plethora of available images to see what strikes your interest; go someplace fascinating with your camera and make some inspiring images from scratch, and then use your new materials to translate what you see with your own hands. Try: Catskill Art Supply, Kingston Woodstock School of Art, Woodstock DIGITAL ARTS. Ever explore the painting and drawing options on your com-

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puter? It may take a little practice to get comfortable with the program’s tools and options, but playing with all the choices of shapes, colors, lines, and fonts is fun in itself. Create goofy stuff that makes you giggle. Make a beautiful rendition of a favorite poem, then take your camera out and

Creativity isn’t some trait that’s reserved for Special People. Nor does it matter whether or not your creations are museum-quality flawless.

pet, or photograph the sunset at the same time every day for a week and see what you get. Try your hand at video production. Whether you decide to share the results with the world or just make fun greetings to send to your favorite people is up to you. Try:

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create the perfect background image. Do a series of portraits of your

The Art Effect, Poughkeepsie FIBER ARTS. Did you know that knitting and crocheting release serotonin and dopamine, the feel-good chemicals that’ll improve your mood and blood pressure from the inside out? That’s right—the solution to the winter blues might be as close as your nearest yarn shop. Here too, you’ll need to get the basic methods sorted, but once you do, you’ve got a hobby that can have gorgeous, useful results. You can get that same natural high from weaving or embroidery. Weave yourself a cool beaded wall hanging. Experiment with dyeing or batik, or teach yourself to work with reeds and canes and try making a basket—there are beginner kits have exactly what you need at hand. Try: Circle Creative Collective, New Paltz Fall Kill Creative Works, Poughkeepsie NayNu, Margaretville

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Baking became a common pursuit during the pandemic precisely because it’s so satisfying.

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FUN WITH FOOD BECOME A TEA MAVEN. There are so many varieties of tea; you might even want to experiment with blending some bulk herbs and spices to create your very own. Try: Stinging Nettle Apothecary, Catskill TRY YOUR HAND AT MAKING BEER OR WINE. There are starter kits and instructional videos aplenty; humans have been doing this for centuries, and you can too. Or buy some snazzy ingredients and invent a craft cocktail.

Reading the recipes of the rock stars among us will give you a sense of what might go well together, but nothing says you can’t improvise.

BAKE UP SOME TREATS. Baking became a common pursuit during the pandemic precisely because it’s so satisfying. If you’ve never baked, try something simple to start—cookies or crispy rice concoctions. You can de-

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cide whether the enchantment of popping ingredients into the oven and withdrawing something yummy motivates you to take it to the next level with cakes, breads, and pie crusts. Try: The Kitchen Cheetah, Margaretville

THE JOY OF LEARNING SOMETHING NEW. A vast variety of in person and online courses are available for free, from history and science to crystal healing, divination methods or even boat building. Try:

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Hudson River Maritime Museum, Kingston Dreaming Goddess, Poughkeepsie Crystal Connections, Wurtsboro Ritualist, New Paltz MIND PLAY. Spark creativity and challenge your mind with a new hobby! Discover a wide selection of games, puzzles, and other engaging local activities. Try: Chicory Naturalist, Kingston Green Cottage, High Falls Handmade & More, New Paltz Historic Hugenot Street, New Paltz Montgomery Row, Rhinebeck Moose Crossing, Shokan

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Sacred Soil, Margaretville Shops at Emerson, Mount Tremper Tannersville Works, Tannersville Tender Land Home, Phoenicia The Nest Egg, Phoenicia

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READ. Revisit a book you loved as a kid, see if an author whose work you like has other titles out there, pick up a biography of someone you admire or loathe. You can do this via e-reader or audiobook, or go all in and get a hard copy—it does add another layer of cozy to the experience. Try: Blue Heron Books, HIgh Falls

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Postmark Books, Rosendale TAKE UP AN INSTRUMENT. Unleash your inner musician and learn to play a new instrument! Our local music stores offer a variety of lessons and instruments to help you get started. Try: CHBO Drums, New Paltz Vincitore's Piano Center, Poughkeepsie START A COLLECTION. Antiques, stamps, coins, and sports cards all have entire realms of lore and vibrant online communities of aficionados out there—and who knows, the collection you craft today may someday inspire your heirs to follow in your footsteps or enable them to liquidate it for cash, either of which they will appreciate. Try:

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Ball & Claw, Port Ewen Newberry Artisan Market, Saugerties Phoenicia Arts and Antiques, Phoenicia Red Owl Collective, Kingston Rhinebeck Antique Emporium, Staatsburg Saugerties Antiques Center, Saugerties

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Winter is Wonderful at Mohonk Preserve!

Discover the many ways you can enjoy the Preserve during the winter months. Whether you prefer a brisk hike, cross-country skiing or snowshoeing, the Preserve is the place for you. Our Visitor Center is open free of charge daily 9am5pm and the land is open daily sunrise to sunset. Memberships and day passes are available at all trailheads.

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RIDE THE CATSKILL THUNDER GONDOLA & ENJOY THE BEST SNOW IN THE CATSKILLS!

Belleayre is home to some of the best skiing in the Catskills. The mountain offers challenging steeps, fun bumps & glades, & long cruising trails. Belleayre also offers a wide variety of terrain for all skill levels, private lessons, group lessons for kids & adults, season long programs, fun activities & more!

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et’s start with a few general principles here. Layer up warm and have the right footwear—we want you to be cozy and safe. Be extremely patient and cautious if a snow squall blows in while you’re driving; as the saying goes, pretend you’ve got your 90-year-old grandma in the back seat with a pot of hot soup on her lap. And if it’s ice that’s falling from the sky, consider staying in till it passes—neither snow tires nor four-wheel-drive do much good on ice.

Now for the fun part: Rail trails are all around us, offering loads of great opportunities for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing adventures. If you see people sledding or skating at the local park, feel free to grab yourself something to slide on and join in. Make sure to verify that the ice is 4–5 inches thick before venturing out on it; we’ve included a couple of indoor ice rinks and places with snowmaking in case Mother Nature just isn’t in the mood.

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Potter Brothers Ski & Snowboard Shop and Kenco Outfitters, both located in Kingston, can both help you choose the perfect clothing and gear for any winter adventure under the sun, and you’ll find great nearby places to stay and tasty food near all of these places.

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PLATTEKILL MOUNTAIN is a family-friendly, family-run operation where all ages and skill levels can enjoy skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing. They’ve got 40 well-maintained trails, lessons from beginner to alpine ski levels, a variety of dining options, a full bar, and an outdoor fire pit. There’s après-ski live music in the Blockbuster Bar, and you can even make arrangements to rent the whole mountain for a special occasion. You’re right in the lovely, lively town of Roxbury, offering lots of nice options for food and lodging, some cool stores, and stunning scenery everywhere. plattekill.com, 607-326-3500

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SNOWMOBILING places can be hard to find these days; rail trails don’t allow motorized vehicles. But the Delaware Catskills have your back if you want to play that way. There are lots of clubs; connect with the Hamden Hill Ridge Riders in Hamden, the Central Catskill Trail Association in Andes, or the Delaware-Otsego-Chenango Snowriders of Sidney for locations. They’ll even tell you where to go grab lunch or dinner from the trail. hamdenhillridgeriders.com, 607865-4544. Central Catskill Trail Association, 607-434-0719. DOCSnowriders Inc., https://www.facebook.com/docsnowriders

THE CATSKILL SCENIC TRAIL is a 26mile rail trail along the West Branch of the Delaware River with a number of access points, great for cross-country, snowshoeing, or winter hiking adventures. catskillscenictrail.org, greatwesterncatskills.com

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d u tc h e s s c o u n t y The big main hill at BOWDOIN PARK in Wappingers Falls offers terrific sledding with a Hudson River backdrop, and there’s a 76' × 80' skating rink beside Pavilion 5, open 9 to 5 when weather permits; bring your own skates. There are public restrooms, and your dog is welcome. dutchessny.gov/ Departments/Parks/Bowdoin-Park.htm, 845-298-4600

OGDEN MILLS & RUTH LIVINGSTON MILLS STATE PARK in Staatsburg offers tons of great cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails, as well as sledding. You can warm up and feast at one of the several nearby restaurants run by the Culinary Institute of America. parks.ny.gov/parks/mills/maps. aspx, 845-889-4646

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If you’re aching to glide around on the ice, but the weather’s not cooperating or you’d like a few lessons, head over to McCANN ICE ARENA in Poughkeepsie, home of all the good things you can do with blades and ice. They’ve got lessons, public skating, figure skating, and ice hockey for all ages. mccannicearena.org, 845-454-5800

s u l l i va n c o u n t y HOLIDAY MOUNTAIN in Monticello is a superb multi-sport destination with all the trimmings: six ski trails serviced by two chairlifts, a learning center for beginners with a “magic carpet” conveyor lift, a snowsports school, gear rentals, and a 400-foot, 12-lane snow tubing run with a lift of its own. Spend an invigorating day on the slopes and head over to Resorts World Catskills for dinner, a show, and some games of chance. skiholidaymtn.com, 845-796-3161

THE VILLA ROMA RESORT AND CONFERENCE CENTER in Callicoon has three slopes for skiing or boarding, two snow tube runs, a chairlift, rentals, and lessons. After you’ve had a great day on the hill, retreat to the ski chalet for a drink by the fireplace. villaroma.com, 845-482-2288

THE SULLIVAN COUNTY TRAILS ASSOCIATION has maps, trail conditions, and everything you need to know to enjoy your snowmobile in this part of the Catskills. sctrailsassoc.com, sullivancatskills.com

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Above photos Belleayre Ski Center.

BELLEAYRE SKI CENTER in Highmount is a state-run and family-friendly mountain at the northwestern tip of Ulster County that offers eight lifts, including the only high-speed gondola in the Catskills. There are 171 skiable acres, over 60 trails, almost 10 km of cross-country trails, and four lodges; you can rent skis or boards and take group or private lessons. Après ski, consider dinner at the Peekamoose Restaurant & Tap Room, less than 10 minutes away. belleayre.com, 845-254-5600 40

Above photos Mohonk Preserve.

MOHONK PRESERVE has miles of trails and carriage roads that are terrific for cross-country skiing or snowshoeing; check out the suggested ski and snowshoe routes on their website for tips on where to go. The scenery is fabulous, and you’re perfectly situated to grab dinner at Mill & Main in Kerhonkson afterward. mohonkpreserve.org, 845-255-0919. For more ideas, head to visitulstercountyny.com.

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Above photos Mohonk Mountain House.

Guests of MOHONK MOUNTAIN HOUSE can glide across the ice on the outdoor skating rink nestled in the heart of the Catskills. Explore miles of groomed cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails, taking in breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. Cozy up by the fireplace with a warm cup of hot cocoa, or indulge in a relaxing spa treatment. With a variety of winter activities for all ages, Mohonk Mountain House offers the perfect escape for a truly unforgettable winter getaway. mohonkmountainhouse.com. 844-207-8368 42

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Shopping local for the just the right gift wraps presents in a luscious extra layer of love. Shopping local says, “I love us as a community. I want our talented neighbors to thrive. I want the view from your kitchen window to stay pretty and downtown to stay lively and fun.” You’re casting a vote for the kind of beloved world you want to live in.

The latest statistics tell us that $73 out of every $100 you spend with a local indie retailer stays local, as compared to $43 if you spent that $100 at a corporate big box store. (Comparing local eateries to chain restaurants, it’s $79 to $30.) Shopping local keeps quality and variety in our lives. Local sales taxes fund road repair, firefighters and paramedics, youth sports, and festivities. And we’re fortunate not to be in this fix hereabouts, but anyone who has traveled a bit knows that when there’s not enough local shopping going on, eventually there isn’t anywhere local left to shop.

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Choosing gifts is a special kind of fun. You get to think about your favorite people, savor memories, anticipate delight, treasure the connection, and send a message.

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Do some research before you head out. This magazine makes a great starting point; you’ll find websites, phone numbers, and in-depth profiles of business owners describing their offerings. And if you’re looking for something specific, they’ll chat with you on the phone about whether they have it or can get it for you. (Try that with a corporate big box. Or maybe don’t—we value your sanity, Dear Reader.)

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When we shop local, we all win—plus, it’s exponentially more fun. Local merchants and the people they hire appreciate you. They’re knowledgeable about the things they sell. You can walk into a good local indie shop with just the vaguest idea of what will please your special person, and they’ll help you turn that vague idea into the perfect gift. Your fellow shoppers are your neighbors; you’ll have spontaneous friendly chats and see folks having fun much more often downtown than at a big box.

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Shopping local takes the insanity out of holiday scrambling and replaces it with the lovely feeling of having done something good.

So pick a town or a general direction and make a plan, leave time for exploring places you discover in the wild, and choose a local eatery as your last stop, either to linger over a meal or to sip a well deserved beverage while you wait for your to-go order, crossing items off your to-do list and feeling clever.

Shopping local takes the insanity out of holiday scrambling and replaces it with the lovely feeling of having done something good, a warm glow that—like the dollars-and-cents benefit to our local economy—radiates and resonates. It’s the feeling of co-creating a stronger

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community—and that, after all, is the reason for the season.

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GIFTS WITH A MESSAGE: " y o u ' r e b e a u t i f u l ."

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Adel Chefridi, Rhinebeck Facets of Earth, Kingston Green Cottage, High Falls Hamilton & Adams, Kingston Handmade & More, New Paltz Himalayan Arts, New Paltz Hummingbird Jewelers, Rhinebeck J Bliss Studios, Woodstock millie + madge, Woodstock Montgomery Row, Rhinebeck Moose Crossing, Shokan NayNu, Margaretville The Nest Egg, Phoenicia Newberry Artisan Market, Saugerties Next Boutique, Kingston Red Owl Collective, Kingston Salix Intimates, New Paltz The Shops at Emerson, Mount Tremper Tibetan Arts, Woodstock

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tention to detail from one of our local boutiques.

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Whether it’s a handcrafted piece of JEWELRY or a one-of-a-kind CLOTHING item, discover a world of fashion and accessories made with care and at-

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Blue Heron Books, High Falls Borscht Belt Museum, Ellenville Colony Woodstock, Woodstock Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art, New Paltz Historic Huguenot Street, New Paltz Hudson River Maritime Museum, Kingston Montgomery Row, Rhinebeck Postmark Books, Rosendale Shadowland Stages, Ellenville Museum at Bethel Woods, Bethel

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BOOKS, of course! Season tickets or memberships to a THEATER or a museum or a CONCERT venue.

If your dear one enjoys a crafty or artistic pursuit, more supplies will always be welcome, and there are some great local sources. If you’re not certain of what they’d most love, you can go with a gift certificate.

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Adams Fairacre Farms, Various Locations Blue Mountain Bistro-to-Go, Kingston Cheese Louise, Kingston & Rhinebeck FØLK Refillery & Supply, Kingston Herzog’s Home & Paint Centers, Kingston High Falls Food Co-op, High Falls Kelder’s Farm, Kerhonkson Mother Earth’s Storehouse, Kingston Saunderskill Farm, Accord Sunflower Market, Rhinebeck & Woodstock Tetta’s Market, Olivebridge The Kitchen Cheetah, Margaretville Wallkill View Farm, New Paltz

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ARTISANAL goodies, sauces, and spice blends. A reserved share at a local farm for the coming season. Nifty KITCHEN gadgets and accessories, or good cookware.

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Discover the perfect musical instrument or accessory for the MUSIC lover in your life!

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VINTAGE shops are the places to hunt down something extra quirky for a collector, a nostalgia buff, or somebody with a unique sense of humor.

Ball & Claw Antiques, Port Ewen George Cole Auctions, Red Hook Kingston Consignments, Kingston Phoenicia Arts and Antiques, Phoenicia Red Owl Collective, Kingston Rhinebeck Antique Emporium, Staatsburg Saugerties Antiques Center, Saugerties

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A bottle or a case from one of our region’s gifted BEVERAGE artists. A Shawangunk Wine Trail Passport. A sampler from a coffee roaster or tea shop and the perfect mug to go with.

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Aqua Jet Pools, Kingston Bare Furniture, Accord Binnewater, Kingston Fireside Warmth, Kingston Foxglove General, Saugerties Green Cottage, High Falls Handmade and More, New Paltz Herzog’s Home & Paint Centers, Kingston Himalayan Arts, New Paltz Houst Hardware, Woodstock Kaete Brittin Shaw Gallery, High Falls

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HOME GOODS stores have beautiful decor items and textile pieces. Galleries have one-of-a-kind art and sculpture. Indie hardware and home improvement stores have all kinds of life-enhancing and labor-saving things.

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"you deserve a stunning home."

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Kingston Social, Kingston Magic Hill Mercantile, Kingston Miniature Works, Stone Ridge Moose Crossing, Shokan Newberry Artisan Market, Saugerties Phoenicia Arts and Antiques, Phoenicia Red Owl Collective, Kingston Stone Window Gallery, Accord Tannersville Works, Tannersville Tender Land Home, Phoenicia Tibetan Arts, Woodstock The Kitchen Cheetah, Margaretville Williams Lumber & Home Centers

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Back Home Dispensary, Stone Ridge Birch Body Care, Kingston Chicory Naturalist, Kingston Crystal Connection, Wurtsboro Dreaming Goddess, Poughkeepsie Emerson Resort & Spa, Mount Tremper Menla Retreat & Dewa Spa, Phoenicia Mohonk Mountain House Day Spa, New Paltz Newberry Artisan Market, Saugerties Ritualist, New Paltz Sacred Soil, Margaretville Salix Intimates, New Paltz Stinging Nettle Apothecary, Catskill Stone Wave Yoga, Gardiner Whole Sky Yoga, Stone Ridge Zephyr Float, Kingston

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Look for BODY CARE products that smell amazing.

Scented CANDLES and essential oils; gorgeous crystals, divination tools. Or help them relax with a gift certificate for a MASSAGE, float session, or a restaurant they’d love.

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" h av e f u n ! " GEAR or supplies for their favorite sport or hobby or membership to a nature preserve. And puzzles, GAMES, and TOYS aren’t just for kids anymore.

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who’s been hearing the stories ever since she purchased the building in 2017. “If you lived in Saugerties, you shopped at Newberry’s. It was the big deal of its time, and people have deeply fond memories of shopping there.”

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For decades, J.J. Newberry’s was the beating heart of Saugerties retail—a “five and dime” variety store that citizens relied on for everything from penny candy to socks and underwear. “It was absolutely a cornerstone,” says Jen Hicks,

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The Newberry Artisan Market, hosting over 40 local makers’ stalls, is a place to find all sorts of goodies: antiques, candles, cowboy boots, wearable art, hemp tea, self-care products, pet portraits, hummingbird houses, and much, much more.

These days, new memories are in the making. Hicks spent several years on renovations, wanting to carefully preserve vintage features like the 14-foot tin ceilings. Since October of 2022, once again a wide variety of interesting and useful things can be purchased here. The Newberry Artisan Market, hosting over 40 local makers’ stalls, is a place to find all sorts of goodies: antiques, candles, cowboy boots, wearable art, hemp tea, self-care products, pet portraits, hummingbird houses, and much, much more.

Hicks, an artist herself, has been a Saugerties resident since 2015, when she bought the neighboring 11 Jane Street and founded the Jane St. Art Center there. Purchasing the neighboring building at a good price was a no-brainer, but 64

restoring it to useful life was a lot more complicated. “It had been an antique dealership for years, but by then it was hardly ever open and in terrible disrepair,” she says. “I didn’t realize quite how bad it had gotten until the previous owners were all the way out, which took forever.”

Then it was time to get to work—massive amounts of it. “The first thing to do was just shut everything down—the plumbing, heating, all of it—and figure out how to make it more efficient,” Hicks says. “It needed a new roof, and the brick needed repointing. It needed a new electrical system—it had those dangerous old fabric-covered wires—and all new windows.

And by the time we got it up and running, we had a beautiful space.”

“I just saw an opportunity and from there I was figuring it out one step at a time. Everybody had really cool ideas—a roller skating rink, a pool hall—but it’s just that I didn’t know anything about how to do those. It had to be something I knew I could handle.” – Owner Jen Hicks

As Hicks mulled over what would be the building’s highest and best use, there were plenty of suggestions. “I’m not the type to work with a detailed business plan,” she says. “I just saw an opportunity and from there I was figuring it out one step at a time. Everybody had really cool ideas—a roller skating rink, a pool hall—but it’s just that I didn’t know anything about how to do those. It had to be something I knew I could handle.”

What she did know about was art, artists, and the communities in which they thrive. Born in Lawrenceville, NJ, to an artist/opera singer mother and artist/EMT/“mad scientist” father, she’d earned degrees in both fine and performing arts and spent years living and working in the cavernous warehouse spaces of Boston and New York, exhibiting and performing at a long list of venues.

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Newberry Artisan Market went fully live in October of 2022; 2 years later, there’s a waiting list for vendors, and the space was reconfigured last fall to add new ones.

By the 2010s, living and working mostly in Boston and Boulder, Colorado, it was time for something new and different. “Boston was getting increasingly pricey,” she says. “Having grown up in New Jersey, I knew the Saugerties area and had a lot of friends there. It was a place I’d always thought of living, but it just wasn't the right time until 2014.”

At that time, the future Jane St. Art Center was boarded up, as was the back of the Newberry’s building. The space that now holds the Olsen & Company café was “a garage with a dirt floor,” Hicks recalls. “There was ply66

wood and broken glass all over. It was pretty much a disaster.” Renovation of 11 Jane Street was still underway when the neighboring Newberry’s building hit the market, an opportunity too good to pass up.

Fortunately, the Newberry renovation was largely completed before COVID came along. “In between the different stages of the renovation we could do little pop-up things,” Hicks says. “We did some book readings and art installations plus great music events. We had wonderful Christmas markets, which gave me a sense that the idea I was formu-

lating was interesting and doable.

We could fit vendors in here. And, of course, there are an awful lot of fantastic craftspeople and antique dealers and people who are really interested in vintage in the area. So that was a big positive.”

During the Christmas pop-ups, Hicks made connections with many of the people who would later become Newberry vendors.

Organizing a market was new territory for her, but with the wise and enthusiastic support of her neighbors at the Saugerties Antiques Center, she got organized, choosing vendors who would offer a diverse variety of beautiful and well-made things, team players who’d keep their wares fresh and prices reasonable. “We have some very beautiful jewelry that’s on the higher end for good reason,” Hicks says. “And then we’ve got clothing and small handbags and crystals and beaded necklaces, wood-

crafts, and candles, and tea. So the price range varies, but nothing’s crazy expensive—regular people can shop easily there and find nice things within reach.”

Newberry Artisan Market went fully live in October of 2022; 2 years later, there’s a waiting list for vendors, and the space was reconfigured last fall to add new ones.

“I try to avoid duplication, so we might have, say, two woodworkers, but one is making very modern items and the other works in more of a farmhouse style,” Hicks says. “But I don’t want to be overly rigid with any of this. Mostly, they have to be original, and the quality has to be there. And every time you come here, I want you to discover new things.” Categories represented include pottery, jewelry, unique designer clothing, eco-friendly body products, vintage, art, collectibles, greeting cards; syrups and fruit butters, 67

and too many more to list; each vendor’s unique slant is reflected on their page of the market’s website.

Hicks is having fun keeping her refreshed brick beauty stocked and bustling, welcoming the community once again to shop and chat. “We have some chairs and tables set up where people can relax, and we have regulars who come almost every day to hang out, like an old-school

barbershop feel,” she says.

“We’ve had a few wonderful benefits, with bands and food and dancing—those are fun. So are First Fridays.…I love working with the Chamber and the neighbors and figuring out how to entice more people into Saugerties, because once they get here, they’re completely charmed.

And I love, love, love meeting people who are thinking creatively and being part of the big community conversation.”

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alking into Kingston Consignments, you immediately know you’re in a treasure hunter’s paradise. Art, music, vintage tech, furniture, tchotchkes, jewelry, and clothing surround you in a profusion of genres and styles, at a wide range of price points, and the show goes on and on, with rooms full of goodies to explore on each of two big floors. This is retail therapy as it’s meant to be—curated for solid quality and outstanding, evocative character; items that will take you straight back to Grandma’s farm and others that are unblushingly erotic; pieces that will

make you gasp in admiration, and others that will make you giggle— all of it presided over by people who enjoy their work.

Owner Craig McElroy says his parents were partial to the occasional good piece of turn-of-thecentury furniture or art, but not obsessed. Nevertheless, there were clues. “I was a hyper kid with learning disabilities, and when my parents would go out to dinner I’d rearrange the furniture,” he recalls. “And I always liked going to antique shows and looking at little things. Plus, my friends had

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a chicken coop that we turned into a clubhouse, and we used to run yard sales.”

McElroy mostly grew up in western Orange County, then moved to Virginia when his parents retired down there. “I graduated from Virginia State University in Petersburg with my degree in Hotel Management, and came to New York working and training in the restaurant side of that with a small hotel chain,” he says, “But then the project I’d been hired for fell through and they didn’t know where to put me.

So I was back to waiting tables, floundering a bit, when a friend

recommended me for a job at Fred Silberman.”

It turned out he had never lost his knack for arranging furniture, and he did some solo exhibiting and spent some time working with Howard Kaplan as well before discovering Rhinebeck. And the Beekman Arms Antique Market & Gallery, where he maintained a booth for over a decade. “I was living in the city, but not really doing any of the things people live in the city to do,” he says. “Then I got talking to my partner, Eric Savolainen—he owns Hyde Park Consignments—about a piece he had from Ellenville. I told him

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“I always liked going to antique shows and looking at little things. Plus, my friends had a chicken coop that we turned into a clubhouse, and we used to run yard sales.”

– co-owner Craig McElroy

he should sell it across the river, and he said, ‘But I don’t have an avenue over there,’ and that he’d thought about having one, but couldn’t do it alone.”

to exploration. The shop opened its doors in October of 2017.

The seed was planted, and eventually McElroy suggested a west bank venture; the partners scouted locations from Highland

Consignment items fill the front of the shop, while Savolainen manages the booths with a curated group of antiques dealers.

“We don’t take everything—there are things we just can’t sell,” McElroy says. “Clear glass, for

on north until they found the former Columbia Beauty Supply, which had been a Front Street anchor for decades. The owner was selling, and the roughly 7,000 square feet of twisty-turny space was just the thing for a business that lends itself so well

instance, is a really bad market these days unless it’s Baccarat or something.” Such discernment leaves all the more space for the quirky, fun, and elegant items that do move. Consignment items get a three-month turn on the shelves before being either

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donated or returned to their owners.

When an item does sell, the proceeds are split 50/50 with the consignor.

“People ask me what I buy, and I say, ‘I buy what you buy’,” McElroy says. “And we try to be aggressive with the pricing rather than trying to squeeze every penny out of an item; we keep the flow moving that way, keep different inventory coming in.

Most of the dealers we have are really on it too; they’ll bring a few new things in every time they come.”

The antiques dealers—around 25 of them at this writing—are a mix of folks Savolainen has worked with at downstate flea markets and “ran-

dom people who’ve come in and talked to us and made sense.” The store staff, McElroy says, run the gamut of generations and personalities, drawn together here by a shared love of treasure and its hunters. “We get a lot of compliments on the people working for us, that they’re helpful and gracious, which is nice,” he says. “It’s a random collection of people, and somehow it all just works really well.”

That it does. “Kingston Consignments is our favorite place to be,” writes a recent Google reviewer.

“Great stuff, friendly and helpful staff, and some of the best treasure hunting in the area.”

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Wellness

a h a p p y , h e a lt h y w i n t e r Staying fit and well in winter can be a bit more daunting than it is in the other three seasons of the year, but it’s key to having a happy, healthy season and being ready for whatever the spring may bring. Happily, we have a lot of ways to do that around here—find some you love and reap the rewards. Here are some things you can do indoors, either on your own or with other people, that will keep you in touch with your body till it’s hiking season again.

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From private fitness centers to the Y, there are plenty of places you can go to access fitness equipment that will get your heart pumping and your muscles humming. Offerings and vibes vary, so don’t be afraid to quiz the owners by phone or email; loads of Pilates and CrossFit classes are out there to support you as you reach for your personal best.

Yoga instructors of every flavor can be found in the area— and, more than likely, there’s a studio nearby no matter where you live. If you’re a beginner, they’ll be happy to help you get the idea, and once you begin to experience the benefits, you’ll be hooked. Lots of studios started offering online sessions over Zoom during the pandemic and then kept it up when they realized it was popular; so even on days when freezing rain turns the highways into a skating rink, you’ll be able to get your yoga fix.

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Choices abound: you can learn to Lindy, cha-cha, tango, or rumba; join a hip-hop or jazz class; or study tap or ballet. It’s never too late, and there’s something for every skill level. Dancing does wonderful things for the body and mind alike. Once you’ve got some fresh moves, check out live music or DJ events and get out there on the floor and dance the night away. (No one will care if you bust your moves without a partner, but do stay hydrated.)

The art of hand-to-hand combat offers another great pathway to peak physical and mental you.

Find a passionate sensei and discover why humans have been practicing and refining these tactics for centuries. The odds are you’ll never use these skills in a fight, especially since the mental discipline involved makes you a master of rising above it all. But hey, if you ever need them, self-defense skills are not the worst thing in the world to have in your tool kit.

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The spas in the area open up a world of possibilities. Try a sauna session to detox, relax, soothe away aches, and do your cardiovascular system a favor. Try something rejuvenating and organic on your skin. Let a professional knead the knots out of your muscles. Or check out a flotation spa and experience the soothing sensations that only a vacation from gravity can bring.

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It’s great to cook with seasonal ingredients at home, too; many winter foods do well in the slow cooker. But there’s a lot to be said for dining out.

Our local indie restaurants are bursting with creative culinary talent, and sampling their dishes will infuse your own efforts with fresh ideas.

And the experience of sitting down for a warm and nourishing blast of expert hospitality, letting someone wait on you, can be as nourishing to the psyche as these winter foods are to your immune system. Warm hospitality is known to be both preventative and curative for those at risk of either cabin fever or winter blues So scan wintertime menus for warming winter goodies like these that will stick to your ribs and leave you purring with contentment:

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A good winter meal warms you from the inside out. After a chilly day that feels endless because dark comes so early you feel like you’re working in the dead of night, why not let someone else do the cooking? Our local restaurants have just the thing; their seasonally inspired menus accent the best of what’s available fresh at this time of year and what will keep you healthy while supplying the right kind of calories.

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Curried food is another wintertime standout that can drive away the chill and the hunger pangs at the same time. Often found in Indian and Thai recipes, a spicy curry can clear your sinuses, and even milder varieties are nourishing and delicious.

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Speaking of soups and stews, there’s a reason we love them in winter. The slow cooking involved creates a glorious blend of flavors that is something entirely new and different; the rich broth or gravy feels like it’s seeping from your tummy into the very marrow of your bones, thawing your chills from the inside out.

Soups and stews also offer chefs great opportunities to make the most of warming spices like pepper, turmeric, cumin, cloves, and ginger, the winter rock stars of Ayurvedic eating. (Ayurveda, in case you aren’t aware, simply means “the science of life.”) Ayurvedic eating seeks to balance the life forces.

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Root vegetables are packed with nutrients and fiber.

They’re rich in antioxidants and support heart health and healthy gut bacteria; our bodies have been thriving on root veggies since the dawn of agriculture. So look for dishes that make good use of beets, carrots, potatoes, yams, turnips, celery root, Dutch parsley, and horseradish. They often star in soups and stews.

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Chili finds its way onto lots of local menus year round, but it’s never better than in wintertime, when the warming peppers and filling, nourishing beans will knock the cold right out of you. Lots of places offer vegan and vegetarian chili choices.

Hot drinks might be the fastest route to taking the chill off. Hot cocoa is a source of antioxidants and flavonoids, which are good for your heart and brain. Coffee and tea, with or without caffeine, help us survive and stay centered: green tea is soothing to a sore throat; chai is refreshing and energizing; and oolong tea—rich in antioxidants—is great for bone health and can help you avoid putting on excess weight.

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Alcoholic beverages during winter sports are obviously not a great idea—everything is slippery enough as it is. But the right alcoholic beverage after the winter sports are done can be restorative and lovely. Some places put a hot toddy choice or two on the winter drinks menu. But don’t overlook the winter classics like Irish coffee, hearty red wine, and citrus-infused and spiced drinks. Two fingers of brandy or cognac to top off a hearty meal? Yes, please!

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Discover a world of flavors in the Hudson Valley! From classic American fare to exotic international cuisines, our region boasts a diverse culinary scene. Our restaurant advertisers offer a variety of dining experiences to suit every taste and budget. Whether you're craving a juicy steak, the freshest sushi, or the perfect pizza, you'll find it all right here. Explore our list of top restaurants by cuisine and find your next favorite dining spot.

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Brickmen Kitchen + Bar, Kingston Chef Zach, Private Chef Mill & Main Restaurant, Kerhonkson Olsen & Company, Saugerties Runa Bistro, New Paltz Seconds Restaurant, Athens

All That Java, Rhinebeck Kingston Social Café, Kingston La Deliziosa, Poughkeepsie Meredith's Bread, Kingston Monkey Joe Roasting Company, Kingston

ASIAN FUSION

Mother Earth's Café, Kingston

Asia Restaurant, Stone Ridge First Capital Poke Bar, Kingston Yum Yum Noodle Bar, Kingston, Red Hook & Woodstock

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CAJUN/CREOLE The Parish, New Paltz

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Ball & Claw Coffee Shop, Port Ewen

Flying Goose Tavern, Kerhonkson Garvan's Gastropub, New Paltz Jar'd Wine Bar, New Paltz

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1883 Tavern & Dining Room at the Stewart House, Athens

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Bacchus Restaurant, Brewery & Billiards, New Paltz Blue Mountain Bistro-to-Go, Kingston Brave the Flames, Tannersville Café Mio, Gardiner Catamount Restaurant at Emerson, Mount Tremper Woodstock Colony, Woodstock

Aba's Falafel, Rhinebeck

Edgewood Restaurant at Hutton Brickyards, Kingston

MEXICAN/TEX-MEX

Jessie's Harvest House, Tannersville

Gaby’s Cafe, Rhinebeck, Ellenville Sportsman's Alamo Cantina, Phoenicia

Peekamoose Restaurant & Tap Room, Big Indian

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The Phoenician Steakhouse, Phoenicia

Hickory BBQ & Smokehouse, Kingston Ole Savannah Southern Table & Bar, Kingston

High Falls Cafe, North Marbletown Main Course Marketplace, New Paltz The Hoffman House, Kingston The Print House, Fleischmanns The Roost, Stone Ridge Terrapin Restaurant, Rhinebeck

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Wishing you a happy, healthy winter season.

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RECIPES

Recipes

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c l a s s i c c h i c k e n n o o d l e s o u p : a c o m f o rt i n g c u r e

Chicken soup, a beloved remedy for what ails you, has been cherished for generations.

Beyond its deliciousness, folklore attributes healing properties to this comforting dish.

The soup's ingredients—chicken, vegetables, and noodles—offer a well-rounded blend of protein, vitamins, and carbohydrates. The gentle simmering process releases the chicken's natural goodness,

Its warmth and nourishing qualities are said to soothe the soul and aid in recovery.

While modern science continues to explore the exact mechanisms, there's no denying the comforting power of a steaming bowl of chicken noodle soup on a chilly day.

creating a flavorful broth. Whether you're fighting a cold or simply seeking solace, a bowl of chicken noodle soup is a timeless choice. This recipe is a classic adaptation often found in cookbooks and online resources.

Serves 4-6

Prep: 20 min

Cook: 1 hour

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ingredients:

• 1 whole chicken or 2 pounds boneless,

• 8 cups chicken broth

skinless chicken breasts

• 1 bay leaf

• 1 large onion, chopped

• 1 teaspoon dried thyme

• 3 carrots, chopped

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 2 stalks celery, chopped

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup egg noodles

directions:

1. Place whole chicken in a large pot with the onion, carrots, celery, bay leaf, and garlic. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, skim off any foam, and simmer for about 1 hour or until chicken is cooked through.

2. Remove chicken from the pot and let it cool slightly. Shred the meat and set aside.

3. Strain the broth into a clean pot, discarding the vegetables and any bones.

4. Return the shredded chicken to the pot along with the broth. Add the thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.

5. Cook egg noodles according to package directions in a separate pot.

6. Strain and add cooked noodles to the soup and stir to combine.

7. Adjust the seasonings to your taste.

Enjoy!

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Braised short ribs are the epitome of winter comfort food. Slow-cooked to tender perfection, they offer a rich and satisfying meal.

Serves 4

Prep: 20 min

Cook: 2 hours 40 min

ingredients:

• Beef short ribs

• 1 cup red wine

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• 2 1/2 cups beef broth

• 1 onion, chopped

• 1 bay leaf

• 3 carrots, chopped

• 2 sprigs thyme

• 1 Stalk celery, chopped

• 2 sprigs rosemary

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• Salt and pepper to taste directions:

2. Season short ribs with salt and pepper. Brown them in a Dutch oven over high heat.

5. Add beef broth, bay leaf, thyme, and rosemary. Bring to a boil, then cover and transfer to the oven.

3. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery in the same pot. Add garlic and cook for a few minutes more.

6. Braise for several hours until the meat is incredibly tender.

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7. Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread for a truly satisfying meal.

tip:

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1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).

For extra flavor, add a tablespoon of tomato paste to the vegetables before deglazing.

You can also use a slow cooker for this recipe, increasing cooking time accordingly.

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A hot toddy is the quintessential winter warmer. This comforting concoction is perfect for soothing a sore throat or simply enjoying a cozy evening.

Serves 1 ingredients:

• 2 ounces bourbon or whiskey • 1 tbsp honey • 1 tbsp lemon juice • Hot water • Cinnamon stick • Lemon slice, for garnish

Prep: 5 min directions:

1. Combine liquor, honey, and lemon juice in a mug.

2. Fill the mug with hot water, stirring until honey dissolves.

3. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and lemon slice.

optional additions:

Enjoy the warmth and soothing flavors of this classic winter beverage.

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A pinch of nutmeg or cloves A splash of apple cider

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Hickory BBQ has its roots in a Catskills backyard full of friends and family.

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he minute you walk into Hickory BBQ and Smokehouse, you’re surrounded by the smoky, tangy aroma of barbecue and a warm welcome, all of it made with tender loving care. The only hard part is choosing among delicacies like sourdough onion rings and organic smoked housemade sausage, and that’s just the start. Expect to crave almost everything, from the classic St. Louis-style ribs to the “Kingston Trio” platter of smoked turkey thigh, beef brisket, and pulled pork. May we suggest the Feast? It’s a generous sampler with four sides, the barbecue version of a tasting flight, and can help you find your favorites for next time— and the time after that.

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Hickory BBQ has its roots in a Catskills backyard full of friends and family. “That’s what we did growing up, spent whole summers up here,” says Steve Slutzky. “Our parents had a place down near Monticello, and for decades—even after we grew up—we’d go spend weekends and bring all kinds of friends and just spend whole days cooking and feasting on barbecue.”

Dad Michael, who would eventually be known as Doc Hickory, had a gift for the many arts involved: rubbing, smoking, grilling, seasoning, saucing, and basting. Mom Carol, aka Ma Hickory, a gifted baker, handled desserts

Expect to crave almost everything, from the classic St. Louis-style ribs to the “Kingston Trio” platter of smoked turkey thigh, beef brisket, and pulled pork. May we suggest the Feast?

It’s a generous sampler with four sides, the barbecue version of a tasting flight. and sides. In 2002, Steve and his brother Mark, a Culinary Institute-trained chef, decided to open a restaurant that would bring those family recipes to the public, and the rest is history—a proud history of best-of awards for ribs and chili and wings,

community involvement, and satisfied appetites.

“This was AMAZING BBQ and the hush puppies were to die for,” writes a happy diner on Google.

“Sweet potato fries for the Vegan, and even he

had choices and was very happy. I’ve never had mustard-based sauce and it’s my new favorite.

This is a must-go to from now on and we will even make a special trip. Nice beer on tap too. Service was phenomenal as well. The brisket was perfect

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“We’re packed with families every day, which is great–it’s wonderful to be somebody’s regular Thursday or Friday destination, and we get a lot of travelers who make it a regular stop on their way through Kingston.” – Steve Slutzky

and the ribs were SO good. The collards were legit too! Grandma would be proud!”

Fresh local ingredients are an important part of the magic: meats from Hudson Valley Cattle Company in Woodbridge, fresh corn from Davenport’s in Stone Ridge in season, supplies from Marlboro and Ellenville and Saugerties, carefully chosen to do justice to Doc’s meticulously refined recipes. Doc

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passed away in 2022, but his flavors live on and the walls of the restaurant are still graced by his paintings—and Ma Hickory still does all the baking.

During the pandemic, the Hickory BBQ crew masked up, kept the doors open, and worked with the county to keep the homebound fed. “They’d tell us what they needed and then do the distribution, so we could just do what we do best,

which is food production,” says Slutzky. “And it was great for the kids; it got them out of the house and active, helping prep and box up the meals.”

Son Cameron and daughter Gabby have been helping their whole lives, not just at the restaurant but at festivals and special events. “And I couldn’t keep it all together without my wife Jill,” says Slutzky. “She jumps in, covers any job if someone didn’t show up, runs to Hannaford’s for that last-minute bag of sugar—just the ideal partner.”

Catering has become a Hickory specialty. “A lot of people are surprised to hear that we do around 60 weddings a year and dozens of pig roasts,” says Slutzky. “Birthdays, grad-

uations, family reunions—we’ll bring a slow-smoked pig, set up a grill and do ribs and burgers and dogs. We’ve done weddings and events at most of the venues around; we have a great team of cooks and servers, and we had a lot of 2025 stuff booked by last spring.”

When brother Mark left in 2007 to become a corporate chef, Slutzky found him tough to replace. “I tried for about a year.

I tried out a couple of people and then one of them said, ‘You know exactly what you want and how to do it, why don’t you do it yourself?’ That turned out to be a pretty good idea, and I’ve been doing it myself for 16 years now.

I’d always enjoyed cooking anyway, it was my big creative outlet, and I learned a lot helping Dad

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and Mark. It’s harder, these days, to dial it back down and just cook for the four of us; we end up with lots of leftovers.”

(It’s hard to believe anyone, anywhere wouldn’t love a fridge full of Hickory BBQ leftovers—a good thing to remember if you can’t decide and end up ordering more savory goodness than you can eat in one sitting.)

Slutzky loves knowing that Hickory BBQ food has become a beloved tradition for lots of local and visiting families too.

“We’re packed with families every day, which is great—it’s wonderful to be somebody’s regular Thursday or Friday destination, and we get a lot of travelers who make it a regular stop on their way through Kingston. Top quality, a warm welcome, and keeping it affordable—you give up a little, but you reap the rewards in people coming back, so your business stays vital. And now we’ve had people work here who weren’t even born when we first opened—they move on and start lives and come back with a baby. It’s a complete circle, and it’s just delicious.”

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s a kid, Donald Giamei thought he might like to be an FBI agent or a lawyer. In college, though, he found himself drawn to business and graduated with a bachelor’s in finance—and in 1999, when State

Farm Insurance offered him a job right after college, he saw the possibilities of helping to safeguard people in a whole different way. In 2002, he moved over to Allstate, becoming key person there.

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Stone Ridge Insurance offers auto, homeowners’, and business policies his way to people who’d rather not poke through 17 layers of automated menus when they need to speak with their insurance person.

In 2008, as a new dad with a decade of industry experience, he opted to strike out on his own and founded Stone Ridge Insurance, offering auto, homeowners’ and business policies his way to people who’d rather not poke through 17 layers of automated menus when they need to speak with their insurance person. It’s a difference that has led the company to five-star reviews on Facebook amid praise for excellent customer service.

Insurance, Giamei believes, can and should serve the client’s needs and be done right. “I think insurance is honestly underappreciated,” he

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says, “and in many cases it’s become a fast-food-type commodity instead of a value-based service. It wasn’t really like that when I started in 1999, but it’s gotten that way. By going independent, I could support my family while sticking with that value-based service style: helping clients understand their insurance and how to maximize what they get from it. It’s not just something that you have to have—the right coverage has considerable value when you understand how to use it appropriately.”

He’s committed to helping clients navigate what has become a challenging insurance climate. “Prior to

“Over the last year or so, we're just trying to help clients save money where at all possible. Not that we don’t still love to educate people, but we prioritize helping them stretch their budgets right now.” – Donald Giamei

the pandemic and the unprecedented inflation that followed, we always tried to help clients understand the value of their insurance policies while getting them the best coverage at a reasonable price. Over the last year or so, we're just trying to help clients save money where at all possible. Not that we don’t still love to educate people, but we prioritize helping them stretch their budgets right now.”

Stone Ridge Insurance clients get free consultations dedicated to finding coverage that fits: auto policies for just about any vehicle you can imagine, regardless of your driving

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Giamei says that starting his own company when he did protected something of infinite value. “I get to be there on my own schedule as my boys grow up,” he says. “I get to provide for my family and help all kinds of people from our diverse community understand the insurance industry and use it to meet their needs.”

Except for a few early years in Saratoga, Giamei has always been an Ulster County guy, and now that

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“[Insurance is] not just something that you have to have—the right coverage has considerable value when you understand how to use it appropriately.” – Donald Giamei

he’s grown himself a 16-yearold business and a couple of amazing kids, he cherishes being the neighborhood indie insurance guy, a safe harbor from the sea of fast-food-level sharks. “We really are a smalltown agency,” he says. “It’s just me and my key person,

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Making the right preparations is essential to having a relaxing winter.

There’s an art to it.

Making the right preparations is essential to having a relaxing winter. There’s an art to it, one that’s been refined over centuries by people living in four-season climates.

The secret to a mellow, refreshing winter lies in making your home a refuge, a cozy nest where you’ll be safe, warm, and happy, so take these measures now and be ready to enjoy those long, peaceful evenings.

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Winter’s coming! There’s a lot to love about the season: holidays and festivals, snow sports, cuddly clothes, hearty soups and stews. There’s a lot to tolerate: sloppy driving conditions, short gray days, heating bills. Most of all, though, winter is nature’s season of rest and replenishment, and we’re part of nature. Your physical and emotional well-being during the dark, chilly season is the key to loving the lovable aspects and shrugging off the inconveniences.

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Drain and put away garden hoses, and drain outdoor spigots so there’s nothing in them to freeze. If there’s plumbing you can reach that’s in exterior walls, make sure it’s well insulated.

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detector and a few more to follow up with weatherstripping and insulation at the drafty spots can save you a bunch in the long run. Swap your screens out for storm windows, and consider adding another layer on the inside with window insulation kits along with “door snakes” for your exterior doors.

While you’re eliminating drafts, think about an air purifier/humidifier to keep your nest fresh and sweet. It’s great for your health, especially if you heat with wood or burn incense.

Make sure you have a lightweight snow shovel, a scraper and brush for the car, and jumper cables. And we’re hoping everyone’s power stays on, but just in case, get a few battery-operated lights, a radio, and a rechargeable portable power station—they make nifty ones these days for around $100 that can power USB chargers and 120-volt appliances.

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Here’s where your friendly neighborhood hardware store can help, either by selling you what you need or recommending local pros who can do any needed work. Make sure your gutters aren’t sagging and your roof doesn’t leak. Get your chimney checked, and cleaned if necessary. Clean the vents and filters on your heating system so it won’t be struggling with dust and crud, and check to be sure it turns on; many HVAC professionals offer “tuneups” that will make sure everything is clean, lubricated, adjusted, and ready to rock’n’roll. If you’re using a wood or pellet stove, check for any cracks or leaks.

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Do a deep decluttering and cleaning, and consider a fresh coat of paint. Check your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

Take a long look at how your furniture is arranged.

Are there spots where it’s low-key annoying you, tripping hazards, or places where clutter just tends to pile up? Now’s the time to get your feng shui on and fix those things, because you’re likely to be spending a bunch more time indoors, and a minor annoyance in the warmer months can become a major drain on your energy.

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Consider hunting down a new (or new-to-you) couch, and/or a comfy chair or two. If you don’t own a crockpot, grab one; there’s nothing like having a nourishing dinner all ready, hot, and savory at the end of the day’s work or play. And stock up on some non-perishable meals and staples, so you won’t have to run out and shop if the mood or the weather isn't ideal.

Winter is nature’s season of rest and replenishment, and we’re part of nature.

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You can layer up to beat the cold, but there’s no getting around the fact that we get a lot less sunshine—somewhere around six hours less. So as the nights lengthen, it’s the perfect time to play with and perfect your interior lighting. Make sure you have a good reading lamp or two by that comfy spot we mentioned, and good lighting in your kitchen and work spaces. If you haven’t yet, check into energy-saving LED options, from full-spectrum bulbs that’ll help chase the winter blahs to fun shapes and colors. Candles and oil lamps add a wonderful cozy glow.

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Winter is the time for warm colors and cuddly textures. Gift yourself a blanket, quilt or comforter for your bed that sparks your heart every time you look at it or touch it, and a throw or two to keep near that cozy chair or couch we mentioned. Soft fabrics like velvet and silk with a bit of reflective shine to them pair well with nubbly woven wall hangings or throws. Pops of red, orange, and gold in glowing jewel tones blend beautifully with rich earth tones. Cool greens and blues can soothe that cabin fever with a hint of the outdoors. Consider treating yourself to a new piece of wall art or sculpture that’s conducive to long, interesting thoughts or just to joy.

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The secret to a mellow, refreshing winter lies in making your home a refuge, a cozy nest where you’ll be safe, warm and happy.

fill it with fun

Hit one of our fine indie bookstores for a stack of actual books; there’s really no substitute. Pick up a board game and a puzzle or two and some art or hobby supplies. Make sure your home entertainment stuff is up to par, from router to screens and speakers. Cancel any streaming services or subscriptions you don’t use, and put the savings into something fresh and unexplored.

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For a truly fabulous winter nest, nothing beats adding a sunroom, a hot tub, and/or a pellet or wood-burning stove.

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