Visiting the Culinary Institute of America – Hyde Park, New York On our ride up to Hyde Park the night before, we passed massive Hogwarts looking buildings that we identified as the Culinary Institute of America (CIA). Immediately enamored, we searched online to see how …

Hudson Valley, New York Long week trip in July to Hudson Valley for hiking, culinary treats, craft beer, and a step back in history. Day Time Activity Food Thursday Night Drive to Hudson Valley Friday Morning Kaaterskill Falls Cranberry’s at Tilley Hall Afternoon Culinary Institute …

July 2018 Hudson Valley, New York Kevin has had this destination on his radar since the Bourdain episode featuring the diversity of Hudson Valley, so it was an easy choice for his birthday weekend. We spent a large portion of our time leading up to …