Drawing: A bag of items from the Honest Weight Local Harvest Festival
Drawing's closed! Winner's been emailed!
This Sunday is the annual Honest Weight Local Harvest Festival in Washington Park. Dozens of local producers and food vendors will be set up in the park from noon to 4 pm, sampling and selling all kinds of good stuff. And AOA is giving away a bag of some of that good stuff.
To enter the drawing, please answer this question in the comments:
What's something local that you like to share with people who don't live here?
Maybe it's your favorite cider donut or cheese, maybe it's your favorite place, maybe it's something else entirely.
We'll draw one winner at random. The winner should bring a big bag to the Harvest Festival on Sunday, where they can collect their prizes in person, directly from the producers.
Here's what's in the "basket" of prizes:
+ A $50 Honest Weight gift card
+ A bag of each of Gatherer's Granola flavors.
+ An Autumn Sweet Pack from DreamPuff Marshmallows - a collection of seasonal sweets: marshmallows, caramels, and macarons.
+ A $25 gift card that is useable at Tierra Coffee Roasters, on Tierra Farms products or at The Madison Theater
+ A granola/muesli sample pack from Our Daily Eats, and an Our Daily Eats shopping bag.
+ A mason jar of juice from Collar City Hard Pressed.
+ A half gallon of cream line milk or quart of kefir or yogurt from Grafton Village Cheese.
+ A bowl of pumpkin bisque, two pickles-on-sticks, and Two Bears Kitchen Mulling Spices from Two Bears Provisions.
+ A box of truffles from Le Marais Chocolat
+ Three $5 vouchers from Bread and Honey
Important: All comments must be submitted by 10 am Wednesday, October 1, 2014 to be entered in the drawing. You must answer the question to be part of the drawing. (Normal commenting guidelines apply.) One entry per person, please. You must enter a valid email address (that you check regularly) with your comment. The winner will be notified via email by noon on Wednesday and must respond by 10 am on Thursday.
AOA is a media sponsor of the Local Harvest Festival.
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Goold's orchards and the Apple Jack as well as their delicious apple cider doughnuts.
... said boya3706 on Sep 29, 2014 at 12:41 PM | link
My favorite thing to share with natives and non-natives alike is the Troy Farmer's Market - gotta grab breakfast from Spill'n the Beans or some nachos from Magdalena's, and a chocolate milk from Battenkill. No weekend is complete without it!
... said Sarah on Sep 29, 2014 at 12:42 PM | link
tie: The Fountain, Indian Ladder Trail and Cheesecake Machismo.
... said Tom on Sep 29, 2014 at 12:44 PM | link
Crumbs Along the Mohawk ice cream from Stewart's.
... said KGB on Sep 29, 2014 at 12:48 PM | link
I like the newish Lion Yarn Brand retail store at the Kohls Plaza on Central Ave. The prices are good (although if you are looking for just one skein of yarn, a coupon and a Big Box store like Joanne's will work out better) and the ability to print out any of the thousands of patterns from the Lion Brand website is great.
... said karen dewillers on Sep 29, 2014 at 12:56 PM | link
gatherers granola is a favorite recommendation to out of towners. i also love bringing people to troy cloth and paper.
... said christopher lane on Sep 29, 2014 at 12:56 PM | link
When my LI family comes up to visit I make sure to (force)feed them local produce, whether it be from my CSA share, a pick-your-own farm or dragging them to one of the amazing local farmers markets!
... said Trish on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:03 PM | link
A walk around the ESP during the warmer months. On a weekend or evening when it's quiet except for the sound of the fountains.
... said Cori on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:05 PM | link
The view of mountains in every direction.
... said Casey on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:09 PM | link
Nine Pin Cider! Everyone always says they don't like ciders because they're too sweet, but they come around when they try the green label!
... said Jack C on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:11 PM | link
Chatham Sheepherding Camembert - I almost always bring this to family functions, and it's a great hit!
... said Jessica R W on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:13 PM | link
Snowman Icecream; Schuyler Bakery; Fresh Apples from the orchards
... said Dave R. on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:17 PM | link
Thacher Park...it's a local treasure
... said Jenn on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:18 PM | link
Coffee from Professor Javas! My Dad requested "good" coffee for Christmas one year and he loved it. It's my go-to gift for him now, which is great because my Dad (and many others) are hard to shop for!
... said Diana on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:19 PM | link
Mini hot dogs
... said Nick on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:21 PM | link
Hickory smoked kielbasa from Fred The Butcher.
... said John M. on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:22 PM | link
The Saratoga Farmer's Market
... said Kate on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:22 PM | link
The insane amount of lakes we have. When I left this area for a bit I was so confused that I couldn't just drive for 10-15 minutes and find a lake.
... said Katie on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:25 PM | link
I like to bring guests to Saratoga in the summer and show them the track and attend a concert at SPAC.
... said Sandra on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:28 PM | link
The Iowa Hawkeye steak sandwich from the Barnsider.
... said C on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:29 PM | link
Brown's and Cheesecake Machismo.
... said Mike on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:34 PM | link
I'd share the view from Thacher Park as well as good live local music especially at the Best Damn Open Mic at McGeary's!
... said Graceful J on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:39 PM | link
New, different, or heritage apples fresh from the orchard, and Nine Pin Cider fresh from the tap.
... said James on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:42 PM | link
My default carrry-home items from here are pretty seasonal: Brown's beer in warmer weather (oatmeal stout or cherry raspberry); Stewart's apple cider donuts in fall (while not the best example of a cider donut, Stewart's is an endless source of fascination); photos of all the snow in winter.
... said sara on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:43 PM | link
Thacher State Park - beautiful all year but especially when the leaves change colors.
... said Jennifer W on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:44 PM | link
Maybe I just have fall on the brain but I would Say Indian Ladder Farms' cider donuts
... said Chrissy on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:48 PM | link
a good No'easter
... said JES on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:48 PM | link
The apple cider doughnuts from Bowman's Orchards. The best doughnuts in NYS!
... said james on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:52 PM | link
A walk around the empire state plaza at night- so nice. If its winter then definitely ice skate too.
... said Jordan B on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:58 PM | link
Stewards Ice Cream and Bilinski Sausage.
... said Ilene on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:59 PM | link
Eating in at DeFazios with a stop at Troy Wine and Spirits for the BYO
... said Renee on Sep 29, 2014 at 1:59 PM | link
apple picking at Samascott Orchards, thacher park, new world bistro, movies at proctor's and the palace theater, the crossings in colonie.
... said bb on Sep 29, 2014 at 2:01 PM | link
City Beer Hall and Capital City Gastropub!
... said cmm2581 on Sep 29, 2014 at 2:02 PM | link
This time of year, all the Harvest festivals and apple cider donuts.
... said Liz on Sep 29, 2014 at 2:02 PM | link
RPI Hockey!
... said Ron on Sep 29, 2014 at 2:04 PM | link
The Fountain and The Speakeasy
... said acw on Sep 29, 2014 at 2:07 PM | link
The Troy Farmer's Market
... said Mike on Sep 29, 2014 at 2:10 PM | link
It would have to be the Number 19 sandwich or Londoner, created by Joe's Delicatessen many years ago in Albany. It consisted of roast beef, lettuce, tomato, and horseradish on spectacular rye bread with equally great Russian dressing. It was a sandwich comparable to the best you'd receive in NYC . Currently the Ben and Bill's deli at certain Price Choppers are the only one's to offer it, buy its definitely worth trying.
Chatham Brewery's Maple Amber is pretty special too.
... said steveP on Sep 29, 2014 at 2:12 PM | link
Right now - all things fall! Foliage, apple picking, CIDER DOUGHNUTS!, farms...
... said Jay on Sep 29, 2014 at 2:15 PM | link
A beer at the Beir Abbey, the Troy Farmers Market, Kaaterskill Falls, and soft ice cream from Jumpin Jacks!
... said Laura on Sep 29, 2014 at 2:16 PM | link
The marvel of Albany as a safe, cheap, beautifully historic place to live peopled by witty, interesting folks and surrounded by amazing places to go close by - Saratoga Springs, Woodstock, Berkshires, Adirondacks, Vermont.
... said Tess on Sep 29, 2014 at 2:17 PM | link
I like to share the music that comes out of this area with everyone who doesn't live here. The music scene is great around here and only getting better!
... said bryan on Sep 29, 2014 at 2:18 PM | link
City Beer Hall!
... said Amy on Sep 29, 2014 at 2:32 PM | link
I love taking my friends and family to the lionheart pub.they are always impressed by the selection of brews
... said David Dinger on Sep 29, 2014 at 2:35 PM | link
There is so much I love to share about this area with my family and friends who live downstate. The thing that I love to do most is give them a personal tour of the USS Slater. It's a real gem that we have in Albany being the last ship of its kind afloat in America, so you can't get that anywhere else in the country.
... said julie on Sep 29, 2014 at 2:36 PM | link
The Hollow for some live music, great food, and even better people. Saratoga, Rockin on the River or Alive at Five in the summer. New World Bistro or Jose Malones for dinner. Tulip Fest, Riverfest or Lark Fest. They say Albany is boring, but I beg to differ.
... said Cassie on Sep 29, 2014 at 2:37 PM | link
Cider doughnuts from Riverview Orchard.
... said E. on Sep 29, 2014 at 2:38 PM | link
Honest Weight! The new store is gorgeous and great for browsing. I love to take visitors to find something to cook together and enjoy.
... said Julie on Sep 29, 2014 at 2:44 PM | link
Apple picking, cider donuts and fresh apple cider on a beautiful fall day at Indian Ladder Farms!
... said Caroline on Sep 29, 2014 at 2:46 PM | link
Grade B maple syrup.
... said Sarah on Sep 29, 2014 at 2:48 PM | link
Cornelius Applejack, and the super delicious meats from West Wind Farms that we get. And Nipper the Dog, because, I mean, come on, where else can you get that?
... said Gina M on Sep 29, 2014 at 2:49 PM | link
Bourbon from The Albany Distilling Co! Fantastic!
... said Matt on Sep 29, 2014 at 2:56 PM | link
I definitely always show people the plaza and the NYS Museum. If they are looking for a great meal, I always suggest New World Bistro, I can't get enough!
... said Alicia on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:08 PM | link
Core Vodka from Harvest Spirits
... said Newland on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:10 PM | link
Anything from the cookie factory.
... said Jason on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:11 PM | link
Goold's orchards donuts - So delicious
... said Melissa on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:12 PM | link
Nine pin cider. Lake George.
... said Kelly on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:14 PM | link
All the delicious flavors of Nine Pin Cider, and of course, tours of our amazing local food source: the HWFC!
... said Katrina Rogus on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:14 PM | link
I love taking out-of-towners to Andy's Deli--cannot get a better sandwich or homemade jar full of Fra Diavola sauce than that!
... said AS on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:16 PM | link
Love to visit Washington Park when the tulips and/or summer flowers are in bloom. Maybe a play at the park playhouse too. :)
... said Christine on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:17 PM | link
Doughboys!
... said Lexi on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:22 PM | link
A short list:
HWFC
Andy's
New World Bistro
Troy Farmers' Market
... said Holly on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:23 PM | link
It's been said before, but it bears repeating - Nine Pin Cider!
... said Jeremy R-J on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:24 PM | link
Indian Ladder Farms and Indian Ladder Trail at Thatcher Park
... said Susan on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:26 PM | link
Gatherer's Granola!!!
... said heather on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:31 PM | link
Apple cider donuts (preferably from Golden Harvest) along with Samascott Farm. Awesome!
... said CVAA on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:33 PM | link
The Speakeasy! Pretty impressive and not what non-locals think of (at all) when they hear "I live in Albany."
... said Sarah on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:34 PM | link
Freihofer's Chocolate Chip Cookies! you don't have go too far to not be able to get these locally made lovelies.
... said Julia on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:38 PM | link
I love taking people to the Troy Waterfront Market, Cohoes Falls, Famous Lunch, and Ugly Rooster.
... said Evie on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:47 PM | link
I love to share my favorite places: the Schenectady Greenmarket (we go every week), the Spectrum 8 movie theater (been going there since I was in high school in the late '80s), New World Bistro Bar, Mingle (I love the Kimchi fries!), and Honest Weight Food Co-op.
... said xina on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:47 PM | link
Any ice cream from Stewarts!
... said Steve W on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:48 PM | link
Cider belly doughnuts! Pure Deliciousness!!
... said Lauren on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:53 PM | link
The Pump Station and the Troy Farmer's Market
... said BenK. on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:54 PM | link
Here are a few:
Ted's Fish Fry
Sliders from Jack's Drive-In
Famous Lunch Hot Dogs
Snowman's Ice Cream
... said Chuck on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:56 PM | link
The mobile on Lark Street!
... said Jackers on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:57 PM | link
Spectrum (and their mint brownies!), Fort Orange General Store, Olde English Pub, and Beff's tampa chips!
... said tory on Sep 29, 2014 at 3:59 PM | link
Harvest and Hearth has become a favorite of ours for when we have visitors. Cheesecake Machismo is always high on the list too, although I see it's gotten a few mentions already.
... said laiskiainen on Sep 29, 2014 at 4:04 PM | link
I take everybody to Cohoes Falls. It's the 2nd largest waterfall in N. America, and it's majestic to view. Now that the park is open during the spring thaw and summer and into early fall, you can get incredibly close to the falls. Even in the winter the falls are visible from the small viewing park near the condos to the south. I like to explain that this is the end of the Mohwak River as it falls into the Hudson River. Fun all around!
... said H on Sep 29, 2014 at 4:04 PM | link
Beer and wings at the Ruck. Naturally.
... said Ed on Sep 29, 2014 at 4:12 PM | link
a visit to one of the locks on the canal! and pizza from Bacchus!
... said annie on Sep 29, 2014 at 4:13 PM | link
Maple syrup and fresh-picked apples. Thank goodness for the P.O.'s flat-rate boxes.
... said Chris K on Sep 29, 2014 at 4:14 PM | link
The Egg always elicits comments (cool! weird), so that's my favorite place to take people. On the way there you can point out historic neighborhoods and buildings!
... said Gabby on Sep 29, 2014 at 4:15 PM | link
Maynard's farm's apple cider is my favorite local item to share along with DreamPuff marshmallows
... said Nancy on Sep 29, 2014 at 4:15 PM | link
Most of our house guests don't have their own body armor, so we lend them ours if they want to go out for a nice walk in North Troy.
... said Big 'Vic' Proton on Sep 29, 2014 at 4:17 PM | link
I like having out-of-towners try pizza from The Orchard. It's so different from any other pizza I've ever had. Plus, it's an Albany landmark!
... said Kelly on Sep 29, 2014 at 4:19 PM | link
I'd like to share the amazing fresh sushi at Sushi Tei, some Nine Pin Cider, and Cheesecake Machismo for dessert.
... said Tara on Sep 29, 2014 at 4:21 PM | link
I love to take people to Honest Weight!! What a great community resource.
... said Amber Pollak-Bruce on Sep 29, 2014 at 4:25 PM | link
Mini hot dogs. Out of towner's love them.
... said Steve on Sep 29, 2014 at 4:27 PM | link
I love taking people to the Thacher Park overlook to see the whole area. Honest Weight is place I like to take foodies. And for a good beer, the Pourhouse.
... said Sarah S on Sep 29, 2014 at 4:38 PM | link
The Troy Farmers Market then a walk around Thatcher State Park.
... said Kate on Sep 29, 2014 at 4:40 PM | link
indian ladder cider donuts, always in all ways
... said Kara on Sep 29, 2014 at 4:43 PM | link
X-country skiing on the Yellow trail at Thacher Park. Best after a fresh snowfall.
... said rob on Sep 29, 2014 at 4:48 PM | link
X's to O's Vegan Bakery in Troy if there is a brunch going on and the Troy Waterfront Market if it's a warmer day or the NYS Museum and a walk around the Empire State Plaza.
... said Liz on Sep 29, 2014 at 4:49 PM | link
Pastries from Crisan in Albany!
... said albanyjune on Sep 29, 2014 at 4:52 PM | link
The Troy Farmers Market and all of the great local growers and producers in the region.
... said Kate on Sep 29, 2014 at 5:13 PM | link
Saratoga race track
... said Becky on Sep 29, 2014 at 5:14 PM | link
I would share a chimichanga from El Mariachi in Albany and then a cider donut from Altamont Orchards for dessert. Yum!
... said Selena on Sep 29, 2014 at 5:19 PM | link
What I most like to share with out-of-towners:
in the warmer months -- fried chicken and sweet tea at Hattie's in Saratoga after window shopping and daring visitors to drink from the various springs.
in the colder months -- a bundled-up walk through Holiday Lights in Washington Park with a travel mug filled with hot holiday beverages (and after warming up inside, a few scoops of Stewart's seasonal and delicious pumpkin pie ice cream).
My visitors will, at a minimum, leave Albany knowing where to find good eats!
... said Nicole on Sep 29, 2014 at 5:35 PM | link
Cider doughnuts and Cheesecake Machismo
... said Theresa on Sep 29, 2014 at 5:46 PM | link
Any of the fine products from Harvest Spirits.
... said Shaun on Sep 29, 2014 at 5:50 PM | link
My hoarded supply of Lloyd Spear's honey.
... said chrisck on Sep 29, 2014 at 5:56 PM | link
It's all local - freshly grown produce that hasn't traveled hundreds of miles in a refrigerated semi; indie films at the Spectrum 8; and browsing & buying books at the Book House/Market Block Books. Also, chowing down at the Flying Chicken in Troy!
... said LisaW on Sep 29, 2014 at 6:01 PM | link
new world bistro!
... said Jess on Sep 29, 2014 at 7:22 PM | link
definitely Apple cider donuts.
... said James on Sep 29, 2014 at 7:23 PM | link
Mini hot dogs with the works! No other place seems to get the perfect combo of meat sauce, mustard, and onions
... said Marshall on Sep 29, 2014 at 7:27 PM | link
Rolf's pork store.
... said Brian on Sep 29, 2014 at 8:18 PM | link
apples and cider donuts
... said tjs on Sep 29, 2014 at 8:20 PM | link
City Beer Hall and of course the Coop
... said Shawn on Sep 29, 2014 at 8:32 PM | link
Apple picking and freshly made cider doughnuts.
... said Nyssa on Sep 29, 2014 at 9:04 PM | link
Depending on when they arrive, my visitors are treated to either the track or a concert in Saratoga or a hike up a nearby mountain.
... said Jenn on Sep 29, 2014 at 10:07 PM | link
Dutch Apple sightseeing cruise!
... said Kobe on Sep 29, 2014 at 10:12 PM | link
I share with all who will listen the many wonders of the Schenectady Green Market ~ it is most fabulous!!
... said Linda on Sep 29, 2014 at 10:18 PM | link
Hanging out in Washington Park picnicking on delicious goodies from the Co-op if it's a sunny day. Tea and cake from Crisan when it's rainy... and El Loco for dinner regardless of the weather :)
... said Sarah on Sep 29, 2014 at 10:41 PM | link
Real estate info if they want to move or invest here!
... said Nina Lee on Sep 29, 2014 at 10:59 PM | link
I like to bring visiting friends to Dove & Hudson and Iron Gate. :)
... said Cara on Sep 29, 2014 at 11:13 PM | link
I love bringing friends new to Albany to the Troy farmer's market, honest weight, and to apple orchards around here. No one leaves without an apple cider donut in fall. Most recently, I bought visitors a dozen from Cider Belly.
... said Jenna on Sep 29, 2014 at 11:28 PM | link
The Troy Farmer's Market and Nine Pin Cider
... said Amanda on Sep 29, 2014 at 11:48 PM | link
Any of the areas many hiking trails!
... said Jason on Sep 30, 2014 at 6:56 AM | link
MIo Vino. Best bistro in Altamont! (And the only one.)
... said Cliff on Sep 30, 2014 at 7:19 AM | link
I was going to say Cheesecake Machismo, but Mike stole my words.
... said Lukas on Sep 30, 2014 at 7:44 AM | link
A DeFazio's pizza experience and the local music scene.
... said spencer on Sep 30, 2014 at 7:54 AM | link
maple syrup! YUM!!!
And Cronuts/Crodos from The Crisp Cannoli!
http://alloveralbany.com/archive/2013/08/16/where-to-find-something-cronut-like#comments
... said Marcia :) on Sep 30, 2014 at 8:13 AM | link
The Ruck, Nine Pen Cider and Gus' Little Hot Dogs (or HD Charlies)
... said llcwine on Sep 30, 2014 at 8:20 AM | link
Dancing Ewe Cheese and Capocollo
... said Jason on Sep 30, 2014 at 8:24 AM | link
Gus's hot dogs!
... said BC on Sep 30, 2014 at 8:25 AM | link
apple cider donuts from golden harvest of course! out of state family members still love them even if they are not warm!
... said mark on Sep 30, 2014 at 8:55 AM | link
Indian Ladder Farms (with cider doughnuts) and Thacher Park.
... said Katie on Sep 30, 2014 at 9:00 AM | link
Brown's!
... said Valerie on Sep 30, 2014 at 9:21 AM | link
The Lucas Confectionery for some delicious nibbles, coffee, wine, and treats
... said CS on Sep 30, 2014 at 9:23 AM | link
I often share Golden Harvest farms Cider Donuts and Camembert Cheese from the Old Chatham Sheepherding Company.
... said Alisa Costa on Sep 30, 2014 at 9:29 AM | link
A walk through Washington Park and Empire State Plaza
... said Jbird on Sep 30, 2014 at 9:30 AM | link
Lately it's been cider from Nine Pin. It was even smuggled into a wedding in Virginia. They thought their cider was better!
I also love to showcase Stewarts ice cream (mint cookie crumble!) and love to encourage anyone to come run some of the awesome fall races. Running at Thatcher in the fall is the best!
... said Raelee on Sep 30, 2014 at 9:37 AM | link
Indian Ladder's cider donuts
... said Sarah on Sep 30, 2014 at 9:58 AM | link
Smoked trout at Oliver's- great views along the way up
... said Michael on Sep 30, 2014 at 9:59 AM | link
Troy's Farmers Market!
... said Kerry on Sep 30, 2014 at 10:23 AM | link
the pies (strawberry rhubarb, usually) from green acres farm in Columbia county. I looooove them and it's a great treat to share :)
... said kriskaten on Sep 30, 2014 at 10:28 AM | link
Apples!!!
... said Joe on Sep 30, 2014 at 11:08 AM | link
The tulip festival at Washington Park.
... said Danielle on Sep 30, 2014 at 11:55 AM | link
I like to take visitors to the Troy Farmer's Market
... said linz on Sep 30, 2014 at 12:17 PM | link
Troy Farmer's market, breakfast at the Illium Cafe, and dinner at New World Bistro
... said Miss Amellia on Sep 30, 2014 at 12:18 PM | link
A pizza made with crust from Defazio's, pesto from Buddha Pesto, cheese from R&G cheese, and tomatoes from one of our lovely local farms!
... said Jen on Sep 30, 2014 at 12:28 PM | link
Buddahpesto
... said Erin on Sep 30, 2014 at 12:32 PM | link
The Coop of course! and Washington Park :)
... said Tammy on Sep 30, 2014 at 12:42 PM | link
Golden Harvest Cider/Donuts!
... said Drew on Sep 30, 2014 at 1:06 PM | link
Apple pie from Golden Harvest.
... said Melissa on Sep 30, 2014 at 1:31 PM | link
I always bring an assortment of Krause's candy to my out of town family and friends. It's always a big hit!
... said Uncle Leo on Sep 30, 2014 at 1:46 PM | link
Perreca's bread.
... said joe m on Sep 30, 2014 at 2:10 PM | link
Cider Donuts from Golden Harvest
... said Beth on Sep 30, 2014 at 2:40 PM | link
If I have out of town guests during the winter I always bring them to Holiday Lights in the Park...very unique to this area and the kids always have a blast.
... said Ramos on Sep 30, 2014 at 3:41 PM | link
Saratoga Peanutbutter!
... said Anne on Sep 30, 2014 at 4:35 PM | link
One of my go-to gifts for friends and families any time of the year is to go to the Troy Farmer's Market and make a gift basket of locally made products. It is universally loved and appreciated!
... said Leah on Sep 30, 2014 at 4:53 PM | link
A friend came to town recently, so this is timely. What I show people is the picturesque beauty of this city. I put together a walking tour of the most beautiful views of Albany and impressed the photographer I was showing around. Washington Park Lake from the Lake house, coming upon Moves so he's facing you, the view of the Museum/Plaza from Swan and Madison...
... said FyreGoddess on Sep 30, 2014 at 5:01 PM | link
Cider donuts from Golden Harvest!
... said Naomi on Sep 30, 2014 at 7:36 PM | link
Troy Farmer's Marker, cider donuts from Indian Ladder farms, hiking around Grafton Lake, Lake George and the Saratoga Racetrack :)
... said daf on Sep 30, 2014 at 8:07 PM | link
Adirondack Farms grade B maple syrup, Honest Weight, Saratoga Springs
... said nan on Sep 30, 2014 at 8:17 PM | link
Deep fried chocolate chip calzone from Mario's! YUM!
... said Lauren on Sep 30, 2014 at 9:35 PM | link
Cheesecake Machismo!
... said Heather W. K. on Sep 30, 2014 at 9:40 PM | link
The lack of traffic and the affordable home prices
... said Megan m on Sep 30, 2014 at 9:42 PM | link
Tierra Farms coffee and nuts!
... said Kabel on Sep 30, 2014 at 10:46 PM | link
Literally every single time a new person arrives I go to Indian Ladder Farms and show them that magic and get apple cider donuts and then I force them to go to the Overlook at Thacher to eat the donuts. Amazing. And then Krause's is always a good bet too :-)
... said Kelly on Sep 30, 2014 at 10:49 PM | link
Bake for You. Amazing!
... said Ashley on Sep 30, 2014 at 11:24 PM | link
The Saratoga Race Track and LarkFest get my family and friends to visit from PA every year.
... said Jeff M on Oct 1, 2014 at 8:07 AM | link
Troy Farmer's Market!
... said Wesley on Oct 1, 2014 at 8:57 AM | link
Thacher Park, with crunchy leaves underfoot and the sun glowing behind the trees.
... said abby on Oct 1, 2014 at 9:41 AM | link
Pearl Palooza
... said Adam on Oct 1, 2014 at 9:43 AM | link
Oh, fooey i have very unreliable internet!
I never win anything.
Who do i have to kiss to win anything here?
My choices would be AOA & Albany Free Net!
... said mg on Oct 1, 2014 at 12:28 PM | link