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The Passport Dinner Series — A Culinary Journey That Doesn’t Just Begin… It Continues
Two stamps down, appetite wide open. At Harvest on Hudson and Half Moon, dinner isn’t merely plated — it’s charted, stamped, and story-driven. Your Passport becomes the thread that ties each journey together: every evening earns a mark, every dish becomes a memory, and every return visit unlocks a new layer of the adventure.

Hudson Valley Happenings
5 days ago8 min read


Beyond the Boroughs: The Pizzas That Prove NYC Doesn’t Own the Crown
Everyone thinks the best pizza stops at the city limits—but take a drive upstate and you’ll find something wild happening in the ovens. Albany, Montgomery, Poughkeepsie, Eastchester—each town hides a pie that locals swear by and foodies chase down. From caramelized Detroit-style corners to Grandma pies passed down through generations, these aren’t just slices, they’re stories. This isn’t another “best pizza” roundup—it’s a roadmap to the pies rewriting New York’s story one bi

Hudson Valley Happenings
Oct 39 min read


The Capital Apple & Wine Festival: Chatham’s Sweetest & Newest Fall Tradition
There are festivals—and then there are the ones that capture the very soul of a season.
The Capital Apple & Wine Festival is exactly that: crisp early autumn air filled with the scent of cider donuts, glasses clinking with New York’s finest pours, and the hum of live music spilling across the Columbia County fairgrounds. If you’ve been searching for the perfect way to celebrate fall, consider this your invitation.

Hudson Valley Happenings
Aug 282 min read


Sip, Savor, Repeat: Why the Hudson Valley Wine & Food Festival Is the Ultimate September Indulgence
When the crisp edge of September starts flirting with the golden warmth of late summer, there’s only one place you should be: swirling a glass of something spectacular at the Sip, Savor, Repeat: Why the Hudson Valley Wine & Food Festival Is the Ultimate September Indulgence!

Hudson Valley Happenings
Aug 132 min read


🔥Where There’s Smoke, There’s Flavor: 5 of Upstate NY's Real BBQ Spots
🔥 HVH’s Top 5 BBQ Joints in New York You Have to Try Forget what you thought you knew about great BBQ—New York is packing serious heat. From farm-smoked brisket in the Hudson Valley to retro gas station meat temples and beer-garden rib royalty, we’ve rounded up five mom-and-pop BBQ joints that are blowing smoke in all the best ways. No chains, no shortcuts—just real-deal pitmaster passion and finger-lickin’ flavors.

Hudson Valley Happenings
Jun 305 min read


Warning: These Dispensaries May Cause Elevated Expectations
Let’s be real—New York’s dispensary scene isn’t just heating up, it’s on fire. From Catskills cool to city chic, these spots are flipping the script on what a cannabis experience looks like.

Hudson Valley Happenings
Apr 2012 min read


Discover Middletown: The Little Town Doing Big Things!
Let's explore one of the most overlooked towns in the Hudson Valley? Middletown, NY, is a melting pot of cultures, creativity, and incredibl

Hudson Valley Happenings
Apr 219 min read


Raising the Bar: HVH's Quest for NY's Finest Spirits
New York’s distillery game is next level, and if you’re not exploring it, you’re missing out

Hudson Valley Happenings
Feb 2512 min read


Wappingers Falls, NY: The Lesser Known Town You Must Visit!
Welcome to Wappingers Falls—a small town with big energy, where historic charm meets modern adventure

Hudson Valley Happenings
Feb 719 min read


Raise a Pint to NY’s Must-Visit Breweries: Sips, Stories & So Much More!
Hey beer lovers! Welcome to the ultimate guide for Upstate New York’s craft brewery scene, a place where hops, history, and handcrafted...

Hudson Valley Happenings
Nov 12, 202411 min read


The Ultimate Guide to the Hudson River Craft Beer Festival Sept 28th 2024
Unlimited craft beer tastings, food trucks, live music, and a new location! Don’t miss the Hudson River Craft Beer Festival on 9/28.

Hudson Valley Happenings
Sep 22, 20243 min read


Outdoor Dining: Savoring the Last Bites in The Hudson Valley, Before Winter Wins!
As the last warm days kiss our skin and the cool breeze whispers hints of sweater weather, there’s no better time to dive into the magic of

Hudson Valley Happenings
Sep 6, 202412 min read


Hudson's Original Farm-to-Table, Swoon Kitchenbar Turns 20!
Hudson NY's Swoon Kitchenbar, Hudson Valley’s first farm-to-plate restaurant, is celebrating 20 years in business.

Hudson Valley Happenings
May 23, 20242 min read


A Culinary Adventure: Feast Your Way Through the Hudson Valley!
Welcome to the Hudson Valley, where every meal is a celebration and every dish tells a story! Upstate New York is not just a feast for...

Hudson Valley Happenings
Mar 13, 20248 min read


A Newburgh Food Tour. The best eats in Newburgh, NY
Everyone loves food especially us. We decided to hit up one of the most eclectic food towns in the Hudson valley. Newburgh? Yep you heard us

Hudson Valley Happenings
Oct 4, 20215 min read


Hudson Valley's Culinary Diversity is on the Menu this Month with the Return of HV Restaurant Week!
MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS for Hudson Valley Restaurant Week! Get ready to enjoy the largest culinary celebration in the region. Hudson...

Hudson Valley Happenings
Apr 28, 20211 min read


The Other Big Apple: Angry Orchard Walden
The Hudson Valley has long been known as the central hub for apple orchards and cider making. Nestled in the heart of the region is the Angr

Hudson Valley Happenings
Nov 7, 20202 min read


A V-Day Guide For The Hudson Valley Man
Your head is buried in your hands, resting on the grimy countertop of your local dive. Donned in a stained white oxford and a silk tie...
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Feb 11, 20207 min read


Top Eat & Drink Picks: Winter Edition
Looking for the best restaurants to dine during those crisp autumn days and frigid winter nights around the Hudson Valley this upcoming...

Hudson Valley Happenings
Dec 10, 20195 min read


Walking in Beacon: The Commuter’s Guide to Beacon, New York
Walking on Main Street: The Commuter’s Guide to Beacon, New York The Hudson River Line of the Metro-North provides numerous escapes from...

Hudson Valley Happenings
Sep 10, 20195 min read
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