Welcome back to the second edition of Plate & Escape! The autumn markets are absolutely bustling right now, so I was in my ultimate happy place, spending a morning at the Wednesday Union Square Greenmarket to indulge in the seasonal beauty and pick up a few things for this week's recipe, which celebrates the connection between you and your food. If you guys are anything like us, your fall has been utterly bursting with apples. From our annual Apple Palooza event to our Dutchess Farm Fresh apple-picking tours the past two months to our days sitting in the Greenmarkets, our crispers are BRIMMING with New York apples. But, alas, I just can't help myself: I was like a moth to a flame, drawn yet again to the gorgeous array of apples at Dutchess County's Breezy Hill Orchard. The Hudson Valley Orchard offers endless apple goodies. Honey Crisp, Gala, Jonah Gold, Mutsu...the apple varieties were just beautiful. They also have apple cider donuts, apple cider, baked goods, pears, and many more autumnal goodies. I picked up 5 medium-sized apples (a mix of Jonah Gold and Mutsu). And that's when I saw a giant, vibrant bucket filled with fresh cranberries. It felt particularly timely since I was shopping on November 1st, with Thanksgiving on my mind, that I added some cranberries to my culinary adventure. So I grabbed about 2 scoops of the little rubies (I spent $5 total for the apples & cranberries) and continued on. These fall fruits really had me thinking about warm spices and sweet treats, so it was at that moment that I decided on a two-part edition for these ingredients. First, Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats. Second? You'll have to tune in next week to find out. I wandered over to the Greenmarket Regional Grains Project and knew exactly
Welcome back to the second edition of Plate & Escape! The autumn markets are absolutely bustling right now, so I was in my ultimate happy place, spending a morning at the Wednesday Union Square Greenmarket to indulge in the seasonal beauty and pick up a few things for this week’s recipe, which celebrates the connection between you and your food. If you guys are anything like us, your fall has been utterly bursting with apples.
Dear EscapeMakers -- Last chance! The season was extended due to the warmer weather this year, so there's still a few pick-your-own orchards with apples to be harvested. Get out this weekend before they are all gone! Those Thanksgiving pies are counting on you! Plus, it wouldn't be fall without apple cider doughnuts and hot apple cider. Stock up at farm stores across the state - you deserve a treat! And of course, if you can't travel, you can visit farmers markets in New York State and at Greenmarkets across NYC to stock up on your favorite variety of apples! Before you go, download a variety guide from the New York Apple Association:
Dear EscapeMakers — Last chance! The season was extended due to the warmer weather this year, so there’s still a few pick-your-own orchards with apples to be harvested. Get out this weekend before they are all gone! Those Thanksgiving pies are counting on you! Plus, it wouldn’t be fall without apple cider doughnuts and hot apple cider. Stock up at farm stores across the state – you deserve a treat! And of course, if you
Prohibition Distillery is located two hours northwest of New York City in historic Roscoe, NY in Sullivan County. Most people know this Catskill town as the home of American fly fishing, but Brian and his team like to think of it as a "Distilling town with a fishing problem". Prohibition Distillery is the home to award-winning Bootlegger21 NY Vodka, Gin and Bourbon. Prohibition's goal is to produce the highest quality spirits, help the local economy, and live their dream along the way. They made the 1929 Roscoe Firehouse and former VFW Hallour their home. They chose the firehouse to preserve the building, and the 30 foot arched ceilings in the rear made a great place for their 20 plate column. Over the years, the rear of the firehouse has been the town gymnasium, a shooting range, and eventually housed the fire trucks that protected Roscoe. Brian is a true ambassador for Sullivan County, the Catskills region, and for the craft spirit industry. His passion for local business, agritourism and craft beverage are infectious and his knowledge is endless! Plan a visit to the tasting room and we assure you you'll learn something new! VISIT: Prohibition Distillery is open year-round for tours and tastings. During the Summer, they operate a cocktail bar and cafe. LODGING: For more info on lodging options in the Catskills region, visit sullivancatskills.com. PUBLIC TRANSIT: Enjoy a road trip via car sharing service ReachNow or hope on CoachUSA bus from NYC to Roscoe, NY.
Prohibition Distillery is located two hours northwest of New York City in historic Roscoe, NY in Sullivan County. Most people know this Catskill town as the home of American fly fishing, but Brian and his team like to think of it as a “Distilling town with a fishing problem”. Prohibition Distillery is the home to award-winning Bootlegger21 NY Vodka, Gin and Bourbon. Prohibition’s goal is to produce the highest quality spirits, help the local economy,
The Sullivan Catskills are filled with refreshing beverages! Fall and winter seasons are perfect for planning a cozy weekend getaway spent indoors around fires, warm food, live music, friends and a tall one. Plan your escape to some of the amazing breweries featured in this video: Roscoe Beer Company, The Catskill Brewery and the Callicoon Brewing Company. Make a craft beverage weekend out of it and visit some of the fabulous brewers, distillers, vintners and cider makers in the region. Check out lodging info here and plan your getaway!
The Sullivan Catskills are filled with refreshing beverages! Fall and winter seasons are perfect for planning a cozy weekend getaway spent indoors around fires, warm food, live music, friends and a tall one. Plan your escape to some of the amazing breweries featured in this video: Roscoe Beer Company, The Catskill Brewery and the Callicoon Brewing Company. Make a craft beverage weekend out of it and visit some of the fabulous brewers, distillers, vintners and
The Halloween season is upon us and that means it's time to pick pumpkins, carve jack o' lanterns, devise creative costumes, visit haunted houses and celebrate all the warm harvest feelings that emerge this time of year. What to do, where to go, and how to get there? We've got some ideas for you! For all you thrill-seekers, New York is your oyster when it comes to haunted experiences. The Haunted History Trail of New York includes dozens of paranormal locations that span across 31 counties! Plan a spooky weekend getaway at a haunted inn, embark on a ghost hunt, or tour ghost-inhabited old home. For an easy car-free trip, visit Dutchess County on Metro North Railroad for a haunted tour of Bannerman Island, majestic ruins on the bank of the Hudson, which has a haunted history dating back to the 18th century. Spend a spooky weekend in Central New York, where you can embark on a "subliminal, demented, original style walk-through horror attraction" at the Cayo Industrial Horror Realm! No car? Hop on Amtrak up to Utica and take a 5 minute cab over the warehouse of horror. After your frightful experience, delight in the fall foliage and explore one of the hundreds of "CNYFresh" locations in the region, including farms, wineries, breweries, distilleries, cider makers, farm-to-table restaurants and more! Book a ReachNOW, drive through the breathtaking fall foliage, and spend a weekend in Delaware County or Sullivan County in the Catskill Mountains of New York! Attend the annual kid-friendly Harvest Moon Ball in Andes or partake in a murder mystery dinner at Burn Brae Mansion in Glen Spey. Built in 1908, this recently restored mansion has been the subject of number paranormal investigations. Enter if you dare! In case you need to take the edge off of a night
The Halloween season is upon us and that means it’s time to pick pumpkins, carve jack o’ lanterns, devise creative costumes, visit haunted houses and celebrate all the warm harvest feelings that emerge this time of year. What to do, where to go, and how to get there? We’ve got some ideas for you! For all you thrill-seekers, New York is your oyster when it comes to haunted experiences. The Haunted History Trail of New York
Dear EscapeMakers -- Surrounded by the beauty of the Hudson Valley, Westchester County offers a bounty of activities this fall for your next adventure. Captain Lawrence Brewery is home to an incredible selection of locally produced beers. Take a Brewery tour and learn about the brewing process from start to finish. Tours are offered on Saturdays & Sundays and end with a delicious sampling of beer that has not been poured in the beer hall yet. (Car-less travelers: Take Metro-North to the Peeksill station where cabs wait to meet each train. The Brewery is a 5-min. cab ride away). Stone Barns Center for Food & Agriculture is the perfect place to visit during the fall season. Take a tour, explore the farm and get a closer look at the animals being raised and the vegetables being grown on the farm. (Car-less travelers: Metro-North offers a travel package to Stone Barns with Zipcar! ). Be prepared to be scared! Horseman's Hollow returns to Sleepy Hollow for highly entertaining haunted mayhem this October. Enjoy Sleepy Hollow's premier haunted attraction in the heart of the village. Tickets sell out, so get yours now! (Car-less travelers: Take Metro-North to the Tarrytown station where cabs wait to meet each train. The cab ride to Philipsburg Manor, home of Horsesman's Hollow, is approximately 5 min.). FOLLOW WESTCHESTER TOURISM ON:
Dear EscapeMakers — Surrounded by the beauty of the Hudson Valley, Westchester County offers a bounty of activities this fall for your next adventure. Captain Lawrence Brewery is home to an incredible selection of locally produced beers. Take a Brewery tour and learn about the brewing process from start to finish. Tours are offered on Saturdays & Sundays and end with a delicious sampling of beer that has not been poured in the beer hall
Dear EscapeMakers -- Step away from "busy" and fall into relaxation, served up with fresh food and the craft brew scene this season in Central New York. There is so much to do, see and experience in Central New York and fall is a great time to take advantage of it all! Always a classic family trip, Central New York offers dozens of patches where you'll find gorgeous gourds and other goods. You might also get the full farm experience, complete with tractor pulls and petting zoos. CNYFresh packs 562 farms, agri-businesses and attractions into one place. Visit some of the region's best U-picks, locavore restaurants, family spots and sweet treats. With Halloween just around the corner, ghosts and goblins aren't the only spirits you should be thinking about. Central New York complements its endless craft brew offerings with homegrown, handcrafted beverages of another variety. Savor a sip from some of New York's finest cideries, distilleries and wineries in Brew Central, America's Craft Brew Destination. A great place to visit during the fall is 1911 Spirits at Beak & Skiff Orchards. The 100-year legacy of cultivating the apples there ensures that the hard cider and spirit production go from "tree to bottle," so it's always fresh and delicious. It is one of only a few in the country distilling gin and vodka from apples! Make time this season to clear your schedule and make a much-needed escape to Central New York... FOLLOW CENTRAL NEW YORK ON: GET THERE BY AMTRAK AND SAVE 15%
Dear EscapeMakers — Step away from “busy” and fall into relaxation, served up with fresh food and the craft brew scene this season in Central New York. There is so much to do, see and experience in Central New York and fall is a great time to take advantage of it all! Always a classic family trip, Central New York offers dozens of patches where you’ll find gorgeous gourds and other goods. You might also get
Escape to the Perfect: Fall in the Great Western Catskills Dear EscapeMakers -- Just about 2 hours from New York City, find yourself in true farm country in Delaware County.This harvest season, as the stunning fall foliage adorns the rolling mountain landscape, their farmers welcome you to enjoy their bounty in the most literal sense - community events featuring local food, drink and farm life: Taste of the Catskills (Oct. 7-8) is a family fall festival that showcases the food, beer, crafts and wine of the region during a fun-filled weekend on the historic Maple Shade Farm. Plattepalooza (Oct 7) is a day on Plattekill Mountain with fall fare, beer, foliage chairlift rides, apple cider pressing and tons of family fun. Ponypalooza (Oct 7) at Rosemary Horse Sanctuary gives kids a chance to meet rescue horses and enjoy fun activities on the farm. While there, make the most of your stay by embarking on outdoor adventures such as world famous fly fishing, boating, hiking, golfing and much more. View this video for an overview, and visit greatwesterncatskills.com to plan your escape to the perfect in Delaware County. Visit greatwesterncatskills.com to plan your escape to the perfect in Delaware County.
Escape to the Perfect: Fall in the Great Western Catskills Dear EscapeMakers — Just about 2 hours from New York City, find yourself in true farm country in Delaware County.This harvest season, as the stunning fall foliage adorns the rolling mountain landscape, their farmers welcome you to enjoy their bounty in the most literal sense – community events featuring local food, drink and farm life: Taste of the Catskills (Oct. 7-8) is a family fall
Dear EscapeMakers -- Apple season is under way! From the Greater Niagara Region to the Finger Lakes to the Hudson Valley to Long Island, apple picking and fall festivals make great family day trips or romantic weekend getaways! Get info on pick-your-own orchards in New York State to explore on your own! Of course, you can always visit farmers markets in New York State and at Greenmarkets across NYC to stock up on your favorite variety of apples! Before you go, download a variety guide from the New York Apple Association: And don't forget, Cider Week NYC is 10/20-10/29 and New York State apple farmers and cider makers are counting on your support! Cider Week celebrates craft cider by increasing its presence in top bars restaurants and retail shops across New York City through cider-centric tastings, dinners, classes and more! Visit EscapeMaker at the Union Square Greenmarket on 10/20 for info on apple agritourism! EscapeMaker.com 172 5th Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11217 Feel free to send us feedback! Privacy Policy & Disclaimer Follow EscapeMaker.com on:
Dear EscapeMakers — Apple season is under way! From the Greater Niagara Region to the Finger Lakes to the Hudson Valley to Long Island, apple picking and fall festivals make great family day trips or romantic weekend getaways! Get info on pick-your-own orchards in New York State to explore on your own! Of course, you can always visit farmers markets in New York State and at Greenmarkets across NYC to stock up on your favorite variety