I’m pretty much always on the hunt for some good Tex-Mex food in the Capital District. I don’t necessarily mean the most “authentic” taco experience (which is another subject for another blog), but more of the large portioned, smothered in cheese, enchilada and quesadilla type of places with a never ending basket of chips and… Continue reading Destino
I’ve heard from a few acquaintances whose food opinions I trust that Peck’s Arcade in Troy is the best food in the Capital District. And that’s not a statement to be made lightly to someone like me. I was even more interested in trying it out when I realized how affordable the menu is. Peck’s Arcade isn’t… Continue reading Peck’s Arcade
A new restaurant and bar recently opened in Averill Park – the Westfall Station Cafe. It’s in a little bit of a weird location near Averill Park High School in the middle of a partially finished housing development (Westfall Village), but I’d imagine once there are more houses built, it will fell less like a restaurant… Continue reading Westfall Station Cafe
When I saw that Chatham had a new restaurant that was receiving some some positive attention from other local food bloggers, I knew it needed to be added to the top of my must-try list right away. I love a good excuse to go to Chatham – it’s such a pretty drive from my house through pasture-lined… Continue reading The People’s Pub
The latest newcomer in the effort to turn Crossgates Mall into a nightlife destination is Rascals Steakhouse, located on the second floor across from the Funny Bone comedy club. Rascals is unique because it presents itself as a moderately upscale steakhouse, but with an attached entertainment venue. The side room off of the dining area… Continue reading Rascals
Another culinary gem in Guilderland, a little further up Route 20 beyond Athos, is the Italian restaurant MezzaNotte. I first discovered this place a few years ago after reading Steve Barnes’ piece in the Times Union about local restaurants that serve rabbit. The article noted that rabbit is not only healthier than most other meats, with less calories… Continue reading MezzaNotte
I have driven by Athos in Guilderland so many times and thought to myself that I must stop in for a meal soon. It always looks packed, and a quick skim through the menu shows that it has much more to offer than the standard Greek fare. Although you’ll find the usual items like spanakopita… Continue reading Athos
The latest buzz in the Capital District food scene is all about Troy Kitchen, which officially opened this weekend after a successful soft opening in late February. The self proclaimed “luxury food court” is a novel concept for the region: four stalls owned by independent restaurants will serve from limited menus, and customers can gather… Continue reading Troy Kitchen
For my first Rensselaer County edition of Crumbs around the Capital (a bit overdue!), I decided to try a small Polish restaurant in Troy that has gotten rave reviews from a few acquaintances. Muza offers an interesting selection of Polish and other European specialties, such as pierogi, kielbasa, beef goulash, stroganoff, stuffed cabbage, and schnitzel.… Continue reading Muza
I don’t usually venture out to Schenectady for dinner, but that needs to change – there are some real culinary gems in the City. One of those is Tara Kitchen, a small, unassuming restaurant on Liberty Street that consistently churns out superb food with bold Moroccan flavors. The restaurant is very small and they don’t… Continue reading Tara Kitchen
Crumbs Around the Capital 