Eat Local New York Podcast

Welcome to the Eat Local New York Podcast, your ultimate destination for discovering the stories and passions behind New York State's thriving local food scene. Join us as we dive into insightful conversations with business owners, chefs, cooks, food truck operators, bar owners, brewery owners, distillery owners, and entrepreneurs who shape and define the local food landscape.

At Eat Local New York, our mission is to promote and celebrate the diverse culinary offerings of New York State. Through our podcast, blogs, guides, and the Eat Local New York card, we aim to connect food lovers with the best local eateries and establishments. By using the Eat Local New York card, guests can save $5 at over 150 participating restaurants across the state.

For more information on our podcast and other offerings, visit EatLocalNewYork.com. And if you're looking for exciting events in Syracuse, don't forget to check out SaltCity.Events for a taste of the local food scene.

Join us on this culinary journey as we explore the stories, flavors, and experiences that make New York State's food scene truly unique. Don't miss an episode - subscribe to the Eat Local New York Podcast today!

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#149 - The One With Nick Pascale
<p>Welcome to the Eat Local NY Podcast. This is episode #149 with Nick Pascale of Pascale's Liquors here in CNY.&nbsp;</p> <p>I had a great time talking with Nick Pascale in this episode and learning more about the world of Bourbon and Allocated Bourbons. All while sampling and talking about Buffalo Trace and Elijah Craig.&nbsp;</p> <p>Connect with us online and learn more about Eat Local New York at EatLocalNewYork.com&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p>
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#148 - The One with Katie Hanlon of the United ...
<p>Welcome to the Eat Local New York (ELNY) podcast. I'm talking with Katie Hanlon, Community Engagement Manager from United Way of Central New York. &nbsp;Each year we donate 20% of Eat Local New York card sales to a different non-profit organization in Central New York. I am happy to say that we've selected the United Way of Central New York as that organization for a second year. &nbsp;&nbsp;In this episode, I am talking with Katie Hanlon about the United Way of Central New York, what they do, and how more people can get involved to help. &nbsp;&nbsp;If you'd like to help us raise $10,000 for the United Way of Central New York between today and December 21st, 2022...head to EatLocalNewYork.com and buy an Eat Local New York card!</p>
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#147 - The One With Keith Redhead
<p>Welcome to the Eat Local New York Podcast.&nbsp;</p> <p>My Guest this week si Keith Redhead from Woodland Farm Brewery in Marcy, NY.&nbsp;</p> <p>Connect with us online at EatLocalNewYork.com</p>
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#146 - The One With Mari from Good Eats & Sips
<p>Welcome to the Eat Local New York Podcast, episode #146.</p> <p>My guest is Mari, co-owner of Good Eats &amp; Sips in Skaneateles.</p> <p>Make sure to stay connected to Eat Local New York by visiting us online at EatLocalNewYork.com where you can find our blogs, videos, and get your Eat Local New York card and merch.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p>
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#145 - The One With Andy from Swiftwater Brewin...
<p>Welcome to the Eat Local New York podcast. This week my guest is Andy from Swiftwater Brewing Company in Rochester, NY.&nbsp;</p> <p>Connect with us online at EatLocalNewYork.com and at SaltCity.Events <br> And on social media on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Youtube. All @EatLocalNewYork&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p>
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#141 - The One With Nate Kester
<h1>Welcome to the Eat Local New York Podcast. This week my guest is Nate Kester from Irondequoit Beer Company.&nbsp;</h1> <p>I traveled out to Irondequoit to see the brewery, meet Nate, and sit down to chat about his experience brewing, moving from home brewing to brewing on the big set-up, and the beer industry.&nbsp;</p> <p>Irondequoit Beer Company is one of the many members we have on the Eat Local New York card. It was a pleasure to finally get out to visit the space and see just how great it is.&nbsp;</p> <p>Here's an excerpt from the Irondequoit Beer Company website: "Our story begins with an old hidden treasure within the Town of Irondequoit in Upstate NY.&nbsp; A barn, where generations once farmed their land with grit and sweat, was sitting empty and unseen.&nbsp; We wanted to continue that tradition of taking Nature\’s harvest and produce something that we could be proud of.&nbsp; So we brought this little barn back to life and we are honored to give Irondequoit their first brewery".</p> <p>You can stay connected to Eat Local New York by visiting us online at EatLocalNewYork.com or on any social media channel. <br> Make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to catch all of the new cocktail shows we're releasing.&nbsp;</p> <p>You can also check out our new events company that we've launched at SaltCity.Events with throw some fun new Bar Crawls and Cheese Pairing events.&nbsp;</p> <p>As always, thank you for listening to the Eat Local New York podcast, and make sure to subscribe!</p>
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#140 - The One With Jimmy's Apizza
<p>Welcome to the Eat Local New York podcast! This is episode 2 of our Restaurants Across America series and episode 140 of the Eat Local New York Podcast. &nbsp;&nbsp;In this episode, my guest is Jimmy from Jimmy's Apizza in Milford, CT. &nbsp;I met Jimmy earlier this year when I was in the area filming a show with Nick Sanford from Toss &amp; Fire Pizza. Nick used to frequent Jimmy's Apizza as a teenager living in the area. &nbsp;&nbsp;Jimmy has been in the pizza and restaurant pizza for decades and it's exciting to talk with him and get his insight and take on the business. It's also humbling to hear of his routine and the time and energy he puts into running his restaurant every day. &nbsp;&nbsp;Make sure to stay connected to Eat Local New York at EatLocalNewYork.com to find all our podcasts, and blogs, and get your hands on Eat Local New York card or Eat Local New York hat. &nbsp;&nbsp;And special thanks to our sponsors, Pascale's Wines and Liquors in Fayetteville and Pascale's Liquors in Liverpool. Also to Barfly by Mercer for our awesome mixology gear.</p>
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#139 - The One with Keenan Davis
<p>Welcome to the Eat Local New York podcast. This is episode <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/139">#139</a> with guest Keenan Davis, a Certified Sommelier and bar manager, cocktail slinger at Eden in Downtown Syracuse. &nbsp;&nbsp;I had a great conversation with Keenan about wine, cocktails, bar management, bar menus, the local restaurant scene, and plenty more. &nbsp;&nbsp;Keenan is a widely respected expert in the world of wines and spirits here in Syracuse. It's not often that we have someone of this caliber here in Syracuse, especially someone working in one of the better restaurants in Syracuse. &nbsp;&nbsp;Make sure you stay connected to Eat Local New York by visiting us at EatLocalNewYork.com and subscribing to our Youtube channel!</p>
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#138 - The One With Isaac Rubenstein
<p>Welcome to the Eat Local New York podcast. This is episode 138 with guest Isaac Rubenstein from Middle Ages Brewing Company. &nbsp;&nbsp;Unintentionally, this podcast is kicking off a series of episodes with brewers from breweries around New York. &nbsp;&nbsp;I had a great time talking with Isaac and getting to know more about the history of Middle Ages and his takes on the industry, beer, and everything else we talked about. This was a longer conversation, so strap in. &nbsp;&nbsp;I want to give a big thank you to our sponsors at Pascale's Liquors and Barfly Mixology Gear. Make sure to check out Pascale's at https://pascalesliquor.com and Barfly at https://www.barflybymercer.com &nbsp;You can also connect more with Eat Local New York at EatLocalNewYork.com where you can get an Eat Local New York card to save $5 at over 160 local restaurants around NYS.</p>
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#137 - The One With Steve Samuels
<p>Welcome to episode 137 of the Eat Local New York podcast. In this episode, my guest is Chef Steve Samuels.</p> <p>I always love chatting with Steve and getting his perspective on food and the restaurant industry. It’s exciting to hear his new announcement on where he will be opening his new restaurant.</p> <p>If you want to hear the unedited version of the podcast, head to our Substack to subscribe at <a href="https://eatlocalnewyork.substack.com/p/the-unedited-eat-local-ny-podcast#details">https://eatlocalnewyork.substack.com/p/the-unedited-eat-local-ny-podcast#details</a></p> <p>You can also visit us online at <a href="http://eatlocalnewyork.com/">EatLocalNewYork.com</a> to learn more and buy an Eat Local New York Card.</p>
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#136 - The One With Mike Flynn
<p>Welcome to the Eat Local New York podcast. &nbsp;This week my guest is Mike Flynn, owner of The Roofing Guys and the soon to open, Flynstoned Cannabis shop in Armory Square. &nbsp;&nbsp;I wanted to have Mike on the podcast because I think he's an interesting guy and he's someone who is invested in turning Armory Square around and bringing it back to life. &nbsp;&nbsp;It's exciting to see the work he's done in Downtown Syracuse and the investments he's already made. &nbsp;&nbsp;Armory Square has been the center of plenty of stories over the last year or more. From Blue Tusk going out of business, and Taphouse opening, to the Lemon Grass move, and now Mike opening the first Cannabis shop in Downtown. &nbsp;&nbsp;To stay up to date on everything we are doing, make sure to visit us at EatLocalNewYork.com</p>
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#135 - The One With Carson Street Deli
<p>Welcome to a new episode of the Eat Local New York podcast. &nbsp;This week I am talking with Austin from Carson Street Deli in Pittsburgh, PA. &nbsp;This is the first episode of our "Restaurants Across America" series where we're interviewing restaurant owners in every state in the USA. &nbsp;&nbsp;Austin owns and operates Carson Street Deli in Pittsburgh, PA where they focus on high-quality ingredients, local craft beers, and treating their customers like family. I had a great time talking with Austin. &nbsp;If you're in the area, check out Carson Street Deli at 1507 E Carson St, Pittsburgh, PA</p> <p><br></p> <p>Check us out at EatLocalNewYork.com</p>
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#134 - The One With Michael Greene
<p>Welcome to the Eat Local New York podcast. This week my guest is Michael Greene. Michael is opening the first food truck park in Syracuse.<br> I'm thrilled not only for this project to be happening, but also to have Michael on the podcast and to talk about it.&nbsp;</p> <p>This food truck park is going to help expand how people look at the food scene in Syracuse and give us more credibility.&nbsp;</p> <p>Make sure that you are subscribed to the Eat Local New York podcast on your favorite platform.&nbsp;</p> <p>And don't forget to get your Eat Local New York Card at EatLocalNewYork.com or to download the Eat Local New York app on your phones App Store.&nbsp;</p>
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#133 - The One With The Stay Fresh Crew
<p>Welcome to a new episode of the Eat Local New York Podcast. In this episode I am sitting down with the crew from Stay Fresh Design here in Syracuse.&nbsp;</p> <p>This team is amongst the most talented design team around. The Stay Fresh team is responsible for some dope websites, logos, content, photographs, and creating dope vibes for businesses.&nbsp;</p> <p>I wanted to have Stay Fresh on the podcast because I'm continuing the series talking to branding and advertising companies. My hope is that a restaurant owner can listen to these episodes and get the info they need to kick off their brand. Hopefully they can get some ideas on what they'll need to have a successful brand. At the very least, they'll know who to call and hire to help launch a successful business. And if you're looking to hire someone, consider Stay Fresh Design.&nbsp;</p> <p>To stay updated on all things Eat Local New York, visit us online at EatLocalNewYork.com&nbsp;</p>
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#132 - The One with Nick from 'Gate Grubs
<p>Welcome to the Eat Local New York Podcast. In this week's episode, I'm talking with Nick from 'Gate Grubs.&nbsp;</p> <p>I think I saw an Instagram ad for 'Gate Grubs and that's how I found out about what they do. 'Gate Grubs is a unique way to meet the needs of a community and customers and to help a small town come into the new age of reaching customers in food service. &nbsp;</p> <p>'Gate Grubs is an excellent example of an innovative business coming out of COVID-19. &nbsp;</p> <p>You can find out about 'Gate Grubs here <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqazhfYVpKQXNVN2NYbW5xQkg0RGREOGN3V3B5Z3xBQ3Jtc0tuV0ljb1BPQWl3SFk5UlNzWEJGdVVmTWtvYXJaS2M0T3kxU2JkOXV3eHVyaEo2ZlVvY3JaZTFNQ1hMQ0pFeDVwMXZzNEY4c29nY1FtX3p1NHV5d00xSml1YTV0NVA0aDE5TlNIa3A0SWQwT1cxdWNkMA&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fgategrubs.com%2F&amp;v=-wenn510E50" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://gategrubs.com</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>You can connect with Eat Local New York online at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWYydm50cV9qcmtLTkZmbFlydTlaZXZYNUtEQXxBQ3Jtc0tuY2tkMDF1VllNSVd1VzdLRDFkYjMzZ3lTTWNWS09hb1N6cmwwbFFuNFp0QmhNeWsyNTl5dl9zUFVzbXdvMEF2RWo4N2ZZZXVrbmVGTXRQQnRkZlBJVmZBMHR1amkzOHFyLXZZeGxzdVBzcnpvdGpoVQ&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Featlocalnewyork.com%2F&amp;v=-wenn510E50" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://eatlocalnewyork.com</a></p>
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#131 - The One With Phil Jakes-Johnson
<p>Welcome to the Eat Local New York podcast. In this week's episode I am talking with Phil Jakes-Johnson, local business owner who is wanting to create a new Food Division here in Syracuse, New York.&nbsp;</p> <p>Thank you or checking out the Eat Local New York podcast. Make sure you hit that subscribe button so you can be the first to know about the latest episode.&nbsp;</p> <p>Special thanks to our sponsors, red Jacket Orchards redjacketorchards.com and 3-1-FRIED https://www.31fried.com</p> <p><br></p> <p>Make sure to stay up to date on all things Eat Local New York by visiting us online at EatLocalNewYork.com&nbsp;</p>
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#130 - The One With Mike Petrivelli
<p>Welcome to the Eat Local New York Podcast. This week my guest is Mike Petrivelli.&nbsp;</p> <p>If you haven't visited us online, head to EatLocalNewYork.com. There, you can buy an Eat Local New York Card or even register for our upcoming Bar Crawl Scavenger Hunt though Downtown Syracuse on June 11th. You can find a list of previous podcasts, shows, and blogs. Check us out at EatLocalNewYork.com</p> <p><br></p> <p>I am happy to have Mike on the podcast today. I first connected with Mike when he was brewing back at IBU. I would hang with him and Big Mike a lot in those days. They let me make videos for Eat Local and even host a podcast interview int he taproom. I'm excited for Mikes new project and can't wait to get down to McGraw to check it out.&nbsp;</p>
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#129 - The One With Trading Up Media
<p>Welcome to the Eat Local New York podcast, episode #129. &nbsp;This episode my guests are James and Catherine of Trading Up Media. &nbsp;&nbsp;I wanted to begin hosting local marketing companies on the podcast to give restaurant owners a better understanding of what they should be doing for their marketing efforts. &nbsp;&nbsp;I am also excited to announce that we are partnering with trading Up Media to launch the Eat Local New York Playlist. It's a new series where I'm talking about some of my current favorite spots, drinks, dishes, pizzas and more. It's a curated list of local spots you should be checking out AND the music that these dishes, drinks, and places inspire me to listen to. &nbsp;&nbsp;Find out more at EatLocalNewYork.com or email us to connect on the Eat Local New York playlist at Hello@EatLocalNewYork.com</p>
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#128 - The One With Eden Fresh Network
<p>Welcome to the Eat Local New York podcast. This week I am talking with the crew from the Eden Fresh Network for episode <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/128">#128</a>. &nbsp;Taken from an email I received from the Eden Fresh Network "Our main goal in this endeavor is to bring hyper-locally sourced produce to the Syracuse area as well as bring access to nutritious food to all of Syracuse from our location in Tipperary Hill. Our food hub will fulfill an essential need that is not currently being met across the Syracuse community. Along with increasing access to local farm fresh food in Syracuse, we are also engaging in nutritional outreach and activities for individuals and families.. To learn more about our goals, please check out our website at: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnp4MU1vdWJpY3NfZUhMQ0JMdThJVnlVeUQwUXxBQ3Jtc0tsY0NQeEdyTWkxT09sbGd3R3JVNzQ0SlNGdWxUNlZhMnY0OVZ5UVdMQlB5Rkg3VUc1WDIxT09iZDJXcTE0a2NuMENJOGVULVVzc0ViNDAycWEtM1VwVkFxN05EN0Yyek5VU3hLdVZZUjJuVzd2UWs2WQ&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.edenfreshnetworkcny.com%2F&amp;v=ds9dc2yn9_g" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.edenfreshnetworkcny.com/</a> and Form C enclosed on the Honeycomb website listed below. &nbsp;We are hoping you will join us in this effort to bring healthy and affordable foods to our local community. To invest in OUR future: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbk5XU04wU1dCY1Z0SHFjZTZnNnp3bFBWMmtXQXxBQ3Jtc0trV2QwcWZHVHRoRW84TEFCM2dDT1FsYXh6NXh1Qm1Ud0p1Q3VCdGtGM3NOOXpOWXdlLTVWWEtEdUhoR1dnakdPMHFuNG5zUDFqSDh0ak0wVkdpT3VNZFZvRnVvdGtIbEtDRkEwbWozYXhrSHhYUFhBaw&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Finvest.honeycombcredit.com%2Fcampaigns%2FEden-Fresh-Network&amp;v=ds9dc2yn9_g" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://invest.honeycombcredit.com/ca...</a> " &nbsp;&nbsp;Thanks for checking out this podcast. Make sure to connect with Eat Local New York online at EatLocalNewYork.com</p>
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#127 - The One With Kevin Amond of Craft Draft ...
<p>Welcome to the Eat Local New York podcast. This is episode #127 and I am talking with Kevin Amond of Craft Draft Services https://www.craftdraftservices.com Kevin owns Craft Draft Services, a beer system cleaning service in CNY. He's maybe one of the most important people in the food and beverage scene in CNY as he is the only person worried about keeping beer drinkers safe by properly cleaning restaurant draft systems. &nbsp;&nbsp;Make sure to check us out at EatLocalNewYork.com</p>
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#126 - The One With Timothy Shore
<p>Welcome to the Eat Local New York podcast!! This week I am talking to Tim Shore from Buried Acorn Brewing Company. &nbsp;Tim is one of my favorite people in Syracuse and makes some wonderful beers at Buried Acorn, including his barrel aged, wild fermented beers. &nbsp;&nbsp;I love talking with Tim and I'm excited to have him back on this episode. we're talking about a bunch of stuff in this podcast, we even switch seats and Tim interviews me! &nbsp;&nbsp;If you want to connect with us online visit Eat Local New York at EatLocalNewYork.com and with Buried Acorn at https://www.buriedacorn.com/</p>
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#125 - The One With Nikita Richardson
<p>Welcome to the Eat Local New York podcast, episode #125. This week I am talking with New York Times Food and Cooking Editor, Nikita Richardson. &nbsp;&nbsp;Nikita is responsible for a Newsletter that has just launched.."Where to Eat, New York City". The Newsletter can be found here https://www.nytimes.com/newsletters/where-to-eat-new-york-city &nbsp;&nbsp;It was a privilege to sit down and chat with Nikita over Zoom and I am very much looking forward to subscribing to the newsletter. &nbsp;&nbsp;Make sure to stay connected to Eat Local New York by visiting us online at EatLocalNewYork.com</p>
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#123 The One With David Anastasio
<p>Welcome to the Eat Local New York Podcast, episode <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/123">#123</a>. My guest this week is David Anastasio, owner of Peach Tree Sandwich Company in DeWitt, New York. &nbsp;&nbsp;Thank you for checking out the podcast. Make sure to stay connected with us online at EatLocalNewYork.com and on social media on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, and Discord at Linktr.ee/EatLocalCNY</p>
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Conversations at the Palace - Episode 6 with Ad...
<p>Welcome to a mini-series from Eat Local New York: Conversations at the Palace. &nbsp;This series is dedicated to talking with some families and individuals who have made an impact on the restaurant scene in Central New York. &nbsp;These are individuals who have changed the food scene, made lasting impressions on the restaurant community, helped keep local restaurants and business open during the pandemic, or opened restaurants all over Central New York. &nbsp;&nbsp;In episode one we are sitting down with Anthony, Alex, and Noah Fiacchi &nbsp;of a mano in Downtown Syracuse. This family has decades of bringing hospitality to Central New York and elevating the quality of food and restaurants in Downtown Syracuse. &nbsp;Episode two we talk with Eric Devendorf who raised over $60,000 for local and struggling businesses during the pandemic. &nbsp;Episode three we talk to John Stage of Dinosaur BBQ, Dinosaur BBQ has given Syracuse a name for great BBQ. &nbsp;Episode four we talk with Dan and Teresa Seeley of The Cider Mill restaurant. A couple who have done outstanding work to feed and give back to people all over the world, along with running one of the premier restaurants and catering business in Central New York. &nbsp;Episode five we talk to Karyn, Rachel, and Ryland from Pastabilities in Armory Square, maybe the most famous and well-known restaurant in all of Syracuse. &nbsp;And episode six we talk to Adam Weitsman who has helped save and open multiple restaurants all over Central New York and who brings in some of the best talent in the restaurant community to our area. &nbsp;&nbsp;Thank you for checking out these episodes and thank you to our sponsors, Lorenzo's Wholesale Foods, Visit Syracuse, and Restaurant QB. &nbsp;&nbsp;Make sure to stay connected to Eat Local New York by visiting us online at EatLocalNewYork.com</p>
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Conversations at the Palace - Episode 6 with Ad...
<p>Welcome to a mini-series from Eat Local New York: Conversations at the Palace. &nbsp;This series is dedicated to talking with some families and individuals who have made an impact on the restaurant scene in Central New York. &nbsp;These are individuals who have changed the food scene, made lasting impressions on the restaurant community, helped keep local restaurants and business open during the pandemic, or opened restaurants all over Central New York. &nbsp;&nbsp;In episode one we are sitting down with Anthony, Alex, and Noah Fiacchi &nbsp;of a mano in Downtown Syracuse. This family has decades of bringing hospitality to Central New York and elevating the quality of food and restaurants in Downtown Syracuse. &nbsp;Episode two we talk with Eric Devendorf who raised over $60,000 for local and struggling businesses during the pandemic. &nbsp;Episode three we talk to John Stage of Dinosaur BBQ, Dinosaur BBQ has given Syracuse a name for great BBQ. &nbsp;Episode four we talk with Dan and Teresa Seeley of The Cider Mill restaurant. A couple who have done outstanding work to feed and give back to people all over the world, along with running one of the premier restaurants and catering business in Central New York. &nbsp;Episode five we talk to Karyn, Rachel, and Ryland from Pastabilities in Armory Square, maybe the most famous and well-known restaurant in all of Syracuse. &nbsp;And episode six we talk to Adam Weitsman who has helped save and open multiple restaurants all over Central New York and who brings in some of the best talent in the restaurant community to our area. &nbsp;&nbsp;Thank you for checking out these episodes and thank you to our sponsors, Lorenzo's Wholesale Foods, Visit Syracuse, and Restaurant QB. &nbsp;&nbsp;Make sure to stay connected to Eat Local New York by visiting us online at EatLocalNewYork.com</p>
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