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Saratoga's newest shoe boutique, Stella’s of Saratoga, opens March 18, 2010 and will celebrate its grand opening on Friday, April 9th with a cocktail party and Saturday, April 10th with music and pampering services. The new store is located at 494 Broadway, five doors from its sister store, Violet’s of Saratoga.
After thr..
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In search of the best bars, live music, and that perfect pint of Guinness? Look no further than St. Patrick's Day in Saratoga Springs: THE place to kick off your best St. Patty's Day yet. The Saratogalife.com has come up with a list of its favorite spots t..
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Balanchine’s Enchanting A Midsummer Night’s Dream Highlights Opening Week
Saratoga Premieres of Architecture of Dance Works by Wheeldon and Ratmansky
Season Also Includes Red Angels by Ulysses Dove, Balanchine’s The Steadfast Tin Soldier and Classic Works by Jerome Robbins and Peter Martins
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When most peeps think of dark beer they think of stouts or porters, beers with serious heft and maybe a certain chewiness, and which invoke coffee or chocolate flavors. This plus the daunting c..
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Sometimes, we all need a little indulgence in our lives. If that’s the case for you, check out TheSaratogaLife.com’s suggestions of fine dining options- where to eat when you really want to treat yourself.
Beekman St. Bistro
Voted a “hidden gem” in addition to a va..
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Yes. Slow Food, the Italy-based organization that believes we should pay more attention to what we put in our mouths, has a “consortium” right here in Saratoga Springs. There are at least two reasons to join up.
First, Slow Food is passionate and active in promoting tasty eating—sustainable, locally grown farm raised meat and produce are a ..
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A “Battle of the Bands” competition on Friday, May 21 at the Spa Little Theatre has been added to the lineup of Saratoga Performing Arts Center’s Extended Season. From YouTube video auditions, ten bands will be selected as finalists to perform in front of a live audience and a panel of celebrity judges for the chance to win a prize package..
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Well we've answered your calls for a better image management system, and we are rolling that out today. We've made some spiffy improvements and eliminated most of the bugs we have had reported. So if you are adding events, and articles frequently, you'll be very pleased.
The events and articles steps for photos are completely revamped and re..
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Please join the Saratoga Film Forum and the Saratoga Springs & Chekhov Sister Cities International as we travel to Russia this March. Your ticket to the movie, The Last Station, will draw you into a “vanished world where Count Leo Tolstoy and his wife of 48 years, Countess Sofya, come to joyous, tempestuous life in a matched pair o..
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Choosing an accommodation is never easy- Let TheSaratogaLife.com aid you in your search by providing information on all the best hotels for your visit to Skidmore College and Saratoga Springs. From commercial chains to smaller establishments, choose from an array of lodging options to best fit your current needs.
Holiday Inn Saratoga Springs: ..
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I am one of those annoying city transplants who complains about the lack of “real” Chinese food in Saratoga. I’ve recently realized that my views are somewhat skewed by spending most of my adult life in Los Angeles and San Francisco, two cities with large ethnic Chinese populations. This education came courtesy of an informative and funny p..
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For just on more week (until 3/14) you can see and experience a wonderful show called “Lives of the Hudson” at Skidmore’s Tang Museum. In pictures, sounds and various curios it celebrates the river and the various ways the Hudson intersects with the lives of those who use it or live along it. The crowds are gone and you’ll probably have t..
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Yet another pairing dinner first reported by Steve Barnes. Menu at Table Hopping:
Creo restaurant in Stuyvesant Plaza, Guilderland, will host a dinner featuring the wines of local resident Keep Reading ->
Saratoga Arts Takes Over First Night Saratoga from YMCA
Program Transitions to New Management
Saratoga Arts (formerly the Saratoga County Arts Council) and YMCA Saratoga have announced that First Night Saratoga is officially under new management. The popular Saratoga Springs New Year’s Eve festival, run for fourteen years by the..
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Steve Barnes has news of another very cool tasting/pairing event. This one features the masterful whiskeys of Tuthilltown Spirits paired with Hudson Valley cheeses in a four-course menu. Keep Reading ->
Time has some more detail and profile-y stuff about Mario Batali. Considering that my previous post has set TWO new records (most views and quickest post to 100 views, but who's counting...), I thought I'd pass along Keep Reading ->
The wheels are greased and the train is ready to leave the station. All aboard!!
“KK’s LLS Memory Train”will hit the track on March 11, 2010, as part of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Man & Woman of the Year, an eight-
week, competitive, national campaign to raise as much money as possible for a worthy cause. The to..
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Everyone loves a good bargain; why not apply this mentality to your next meal in Saratoga? TheSaratogaLife.com has come up with its list of Cheap Eats in Saratoga, sure to provide for maximum tastiness and minimal damage to your wallet.
D’Andreas, “A Slice of Italy,..
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I love tasting/pairing dinners, and this one sounds great. Wish I am in town for it, but alas. Courtesy of Steve Barnes over at Table Hopping. Below is the overview, for more details click Keep Reading ->
I know this is not specific to the Saratoga Springs area, or even the Greater Capital District (what IS that anyway?), but this is exciting news for any foodie/craft beer lover/glutton/Italian sandwich lover. Apparently, Mario Batali (Keep Reading ->
After spending more than a decade in the television news industry, Kristina
Krawchuk launched KK Image Media in March 2007. KKIM is a comprehensive,
boutique media firm providing public and media relations, marketing, new media,
talent for television and radio, and event planning and hosting. Clients include
Hattie’s Res..
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Even if you’re not in the mood to cook tonight, you still deserve a good meal. The SaratogaLife.com has come up with its list of best delivery and take out places in Saratoga, sure to satisfy every type of taste bud.
The Spring Street Deli has..
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Service, both in terms of what to expect from a server/employee and how to be a patron, is a topic we will address frequently here on Food Alley. I truly believe good service is a two way street, and we would all enjoy our dining and shopping experiences a lot more if we kept this in mind*.
Today, I want to discuss a personal pet-peeve of m..
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Even if you’re not in the mood to cook tonight, you still deserve a good meal. The SaratogaLife.com has come up with its list of best delivery and take out places in Saratoga, sure to satisfy every type of taste bud.
The Spring Street Deli has..
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Welcome, friends, to Food Alley's inaugural blog post. Yes, yet another food blog has sprung forth from the cornucopia to bless the world with the inner food thoughts of a random eater.
Fear not, because I do not strive to be particularly ..
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VALENTINES DAY SPECIALS MENU
Friday,Saturday,Sunday
Appetizers
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Happy Valentines Day!
Celebrate Love
Valentine's Day Ideas For The Special Someone You Love
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Sparkling Roses
(Think Pink for your Valentines bubbles)
Ed Hardy Sparkling Rose NV (France) $12.99
Cristilino Cave Rose NV (Spain) $..
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SPAC’S POPULAR RESTAURANT DISCOUNT FOR MEMBERS EXPANDS
TO INCLUDE OVERNIGHT ACCOMODATIONS AT INNS AND RESORTS
Saratoga Springs, NY (February 10, 2010) – Saratoga Performing Arts Center has announced that its popular restaurant discount for members will grow to inclu..
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Sometimes we need to be reminded of our innate healing capabilities, and that the key to our own health lies in Mother Nature as well as in our own hands themselves. Over the past few years I have had the opportunity to witness an incredible amount of healing through tools supplied only by nature. I have seen chronic, debilitating injuries melt a..
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OK guys, it’s the big day. Valentines Day. If you are planning to impress your girlfriend, wife or that special someone Saratoga Springs is the place for Valentines Day. The good news is you have found the right place to plan that special Valentines Day dinner, Hotel Stay or gift. TheSaratogaLife.com has a gu..
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I like to take myself out for an occasional lunch. In San Francisco, that meant a variety of Chinese places. Here, more than often it’s a sub. The Capital District’s rich Italian heritage extends far enough north that we have plenty to choose from. Portable, maybe accompanied by a bag of Saratoga chips, these puffy beauties are an especially ..
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Saratoga Springs, New York...The Adirondack Trust Company has announced that it is has begun construction of a new office in Queensbury, NY. The new branch is located at 376 Bay Road, ¼ mile north of Bay Rd.'s intersection with Quaker Road. The new branch is expected to open this July and will bring the total numbe..
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Chowderfest is the highlight of winterfest weekend in Saratoga Springs. The annual Chowderfest event features dozens of Saratoga Springs restaurants competing for your vote to be crowned Best Chowder in Saratoga 2010.
Warm Chowder is the perfect treat on a cold winters day and this ye..
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Happy Valentine's Day
from The Crystal Spa!
A day at the spa is always a wonderful and unique present to give that special someone during our February month of romance. The Crystal Spa Gift Certificate is the perfect Valentines gift. Give the one you love the gift of relaxation and l..
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You're invited to the Trunk Show This Thursday February 4th!
Feb. 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th
from 5:30 -7:30pm
Please join us at The Crystal Spa for an artist showcasing every Thursday evening in February. Featured artists will be displaying such art forms as mixed media, jewelry, photography..
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Portobello Mushroom Crepe
Here is a savory crepe dish that combines the earthy flavors of Portobello’s and chevre cheese with the sweetness of roasted red peppers and the soft crepe.
Crepe
1-cup flour
½ tspn baking powder
½ tspn sugar
Pinch salt
2 Tblspn m..
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Cabin Fever is back!!! Every Thursday through Feb & March
Chowderfest Saturday Superbowl Sunday - Go Saints!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Are you sick of winter yet? We are...
Join us every Thursday this February & March for our Fouth Annual Cabin Fever Party Series. The more Thursdays you come, the more you can win...
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President's Day Weekend, February 12-14, 2010 Saratoga Hilton & Saratoga City Center 522 Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY
The Dance Flurry is a weekend Festival for Dancers & Music Lovers of all Ages! Dances - Performances - Workshops - Jamming - Crafts...and more. Over 600 scheduled performers in seven..
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Do your party for the game right, let Spring Street do all the work!
COMBO SPECIAL: $44
24 Cut Cheese Pizza - 50 Wings - 2 Liter Soda
15-20 People 25-..
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What if you were able to treat your child’s stomachache, a burned hand, insect bites, anxiety and depression, sore muscles, headaches, insomnia, and acne all with toxin-free, chemical-free, eco-friendly substances made by the earth itself? Would you want these powerful elements in your home to use every day?
Well, I have them. And so can you...
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Saratoga Hospital has partnered with Berkshire Bank requesting a grant that will benefit everyone who needs help at Saratoga Hospital. Berkshire Bank Foundation is sponsoring a grant program in which it will award four $5,000 grants to not-for-profit organizations. Saratoga Hospital, one of your local non-for -profits, needs your help. ..
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HEY EVERYONE IT IS THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN. SUPER BOWL TIME. IT IS NOT TOO SOON TO PLACE AN ORDER WITH D'ANDREAS.
LARGE PIZZA WITH 1 TOPPING, DOZEN WINGS, 2 LITER OF SODA-$17.99
D’Andrea’s Pizzeria
We accept
Valentine’s Weekend Celebration
Join us with your Sweetheart on Valentine’s Weekend
February 12th thru February 15th
Friday thru Monday
Three Course Dinner for 2
Just $75
First Choice
Crispy Fried Oysters, Maryland Crab Cake, Classic Caesar Salad,
Five Onion Bisque, or ..
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The Dave Matthews Band has announced their annual 2 day concert appearance at SPAC in 2010 will be on June 4th and 5th.
DMB annually draws tens of thousands of fans to Saratoga Springs, NY. Ticket information can be found at the SPAC website.
Dave Matthews Band fans looking..
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When you hear the word “massage”, what does it make you think? For most people, the word tends to elicit thoughts like: it’s a luxury, it’s just for pampering, or I wish I had the money. Unfortunately, in this economy, such “extras” are dismissed from budgets immediately withou..
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Saratoga Springs Lions Club To Host 6th Annual Duathlon – “Du-it For Sight, Hearing, Diabetes And Youth”
The Saratoga Springs Lions Club Foundation, Inc. is hosting the 6th Annual Saratoga Lions Duathlon on Sunday, May 30, 2010 on the Skidmore College Campus in Saratoga Springs, NY. Participants will tackle a 5k run, followed..
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The 12th Annual Chowderfest! February 6th from 11-4pm at participating
establishments. Winterfest Weekend is February 5th-7th, 2010
Go to
http://cts.vresp.com/c/?SaratogaConventionan/bcc6fa380f/ee01c3ca68/b1f1676c4e
for a list of partic..
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Please join us for Dinner on Fridays and Saturdays thru Valentines Week end including Sunday, Valentines Day.
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There are plenty of choices when it comes to finding Romantic Restaurants in Saratoga Springs, NY.
Its hard to cover all the romantic places in Saratoga in one place but here are a few of our recommendations. On Valentines Day, you will need to book ..
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Saratoga Springs, NY is the perfect getaway for Valentines Day whether you are coming 30 minutes up the Northway from Albany or 3 hours from New York, Boston, Providence or Montreal this little town is a perfect romantic destination. Full of great restaurants, spas, hotels, nightlife and live entertainment you will surely be impressed with ho..
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Mardi Gras is coming early to the Spa City. Hattie’s 9th Annual Mardi Gras Ball will march into the Canfield Casino Saturday, January 16th at 6pm with a Mardi Gras Masquerade theme. Tickets are $75.00 per person.
Saratoga Hospital will be this year’s beneficiary. Proceeds will support the new m..
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The Country Corner Cafe in Saratoga Springs is a terrific breakfast spot serving excellent waffles, pancakes, Omelets and many other delicious breakfast options. The Country Corner has two locations. One on Church Street and Woodlawn near Adirondact Trust and o..
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Skidmore life is great. I have had a wonderful four years in Saratoga Springs. From Skidmore's campus on North Broadway, we can walk downtown to all the cool restaurants, shops, and pizzerias. I can't wait for Keep Reading ->
There are dozens of hotels in and around Saratoga Springs. They serve every taste and budget.
Three of the most popular hotels with SPAC visitors are The Hilton Garden Inn, The Courtyard Marriott and Keep Reading ->
There are dozens of great restaurants in Saratoga. The following all provide 10% discounts for SPAC members.
74 State (entire property)
Angelo's 677 Prim..
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Saratoga Springs is home to many fine restaurants and there is no better complement to a night at the ballet or symphony than superb meal with excellent wine.
Our favorite fine dining options in Saratoga are:
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This story will cover all the great reasons to picnic at SPAC. What to bring and where to buy them.
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Everything you need to know about the Gala--what to wear, what to bring, how to plan a table etc....
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Happy New Year from
The Crystal Spa!
It's a new year and The Crystal Spa has a luxurious new Spa Menu ~ some of our new treatments include Herbal Hot Stone Massage, Hot Stone Facial, all new invigorating organic body wraps and scrubs as well as a variety of aromatherapy Mineral Baths.
~ Cele..
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Purdy's is the place for Champagne's and Sparkling Wines to ring in the new year. Don't forget to bring your host or hostess a New Year's Eve gift. We have the most extensive champagne offerings at the best prices. Wether you are looking for a high end champagne or a great value to bring to the party you have come to the right place...
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New Year's Eve in Saratoga Springs brings a plethora of choices from great restaurant and dining options, First Night Celebrations for the whole family, fantastic music and dancing and of course champagne and other cocktail options at the many bars and nightclubs in Saratoga Springs.
However you choose to ring in the new ye..
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If you are planning to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Saratoga Springs you may want to check out our guide to Saratoga Springs Hotels. Many hotels are offering combination stay and play packages, dinner and dancing and New Year’s day brunch.
If you are looking ..
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Boxing Day is an english tradition celebrated on December 26th—the day after Christmas.
In Saratoga Springs several area restaurants are offering special menus and celebrations for those of us who need to get out of the house and let someone else do the cooking.
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Join us at Violet’s of Saratoga on Tuesday, December 15, 2009 for a night where wishes come true!
Celebrate the holidays with Violet’s of Saratoga on December 15th. Come in and create your personalized holiday wish list to send to your “special Santa”. Donate to the Make-A-Wish Foundation® throughout the evening by purchasing..
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Chicken Satay
This, of course is an old Thai favorite. We have a curry paste that we blend together and is used for all our Thai inspired dishes. I love Thai and was inspired by a book I read by Victor Sodsook. His approach seemed similar to Italian in style and approach. So I ea..
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Bruschetta
This is an classic Italian starter, it combines the sweet, salty, velvety smooth tomato mixture and crunchy Italian bread toast. Good aged balsamic is very important. If you do not want to spend a min.of $30.00, look for a balsamic glaze at your Italian import store. You could also take a bottle of balsamic in a saucepan and add ..
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I was born in an area called Goose Hill. Reason being, before there where houses, it was a goose farm. The city was Schenectady, in the fair state of New York.
My Family owned an import store down by the railroad track..
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If you are in the mood for a romantic dinner experience Saratoga Springs, NY has plenty of options for you.
Whatever special occasion you are looking to celebrate—anniversary, Valentines Day, New Years Eve or getting engaged our guide to romantic restaurants in Saratoga Springs will help you impress your sweethart, fiance, wife, or..
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In my travels up to Saratoga I was lucky enough to catch the first big snow of they year this morning. It reminds me how great the snow is during the holiday season, but then how frustrating it can be as the year trudges on through March. I saw 3 busses get stuck and being pulled out by GIANT tow trucks, a couple minor fender benders, and now as ..
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On Monday, October 19, patrons of Fifty South Restaurant and Bar in Ballston Spa helped to preserve open space in Saratoga County while they enjoyed delecta..
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Joseph Carr Napa Valley Wines
Thursday, December 10th 3 to 5 PM
Joseph Carr Bottle Signing
Come by Purdys to meet Joe Carr in person and taste through his portfolio of wines. Joe will be happy to sign any of the bottles of wine you purchase!
For centuries, the Nègociant has produced some of the world's finest wines: Louis ..
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Everybody loves a good Mac and Cheese. It is the ultimate comfort food. Hatties has been serving up some of Saratoga's best Mac and Cheese for years. If you'd like to try this at home here is the recipe:
INGREDIENTS
2 tbs butter
2 ounces of all purpose flour
2 cup of milk
1 cup heavy cream
1⁄2 lb of ..
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Crawfish Etouffee is a southern classic and nobody does it better than Jasper Alexander at Hatties Restaurant in Saratoga. World famous for their fried chicken, Hatties serves up all types of southern favorites from their Phila Street home in Saratoga Springs, NY.
If you'd like to make the Crawfish Etouffee at home here is the reci..
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Seafood Gumbo from Hatties has been a crowd pleaser for years. Hatties is consistently one of Saratoga's favorite restaurants.
Jasper Alexander shares his recipe here so if you can't get to Phila Street in Saratoga Springs, NY you can still try and serve up some of Hatties Seafood Gumbo at home.
INGREDIENTS
4 ounces butter
1 ..
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The Saratoga Springs First Night Celebration is an annual event brought to you by the Saratoga YMCA. It is a family focused event that includes a 5K race, and lots of live music and entertainment across several venues in Saratoga Springs. The story of first night is below. More information can be found Keep Reading ->
Tuna Wasabi
This appetizer comes from my love of sushi. It originally started as an entrée, where the tuna was marinated in a coriander/ginger spiked soy based marinade, then seared quickly in a hot iron skillet. We sliced it and topped it with wasabi butter, accompanied by pickled ginger, steamed bok choy and jasmine rice.
You need;
2-..
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‘tis the season for the most wonderful holiday event of the year—Saratoga Springs annual Victorian Streetwalk.
Need Parking? Parking won’t be a problem for anyone. CDTA, a festival Gold Sponsor, is running free shuttle buses every 20 minutes ..
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Some humans on Long Island, NY sent in the first set of pictures of shelter blankets being made. The pics really show how easy it is and they look like they had lots of fun!
Here the two fabrics are placed together. The pretty sides go on the outside.
Then, the fabric is lined up so all the edges are close tog..
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Hi dawgs! An Occassional Human Blogger here with some news your humans can use.
We'd like them to join us in a giving project for dawgs waiting for great new homes at shelters all over the dawg world. Dawgdom is sponsoring a shelter-blanket project that young and old can do quickly and easily.
This project is desig..
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ADOPT A DOG!
Hey, this is Fred and I am the newest pack member in the DAWGDOM household. I joined the group a few months ago and thought, now that I am settled in that I should tell you about the great rescue group I came from. Amy Ranucci, a nice lady, runs Waggin' Tails Pet Rescue out of Schenectady. They have great foster hom..
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The Saratoga Performing Arts Center--(SPAC) has begun its annual fall Membership Campaign. This is a terrific opportunity for Saratogians to support this invaluable cultural resource and lock in some great deals such as discounted tickets, priority seating and other VIP amenities.
Memberships..
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In our quest to bring you more tools, and a better user experience, we are announcing two new features this weekend, both of which are now live. The first is a more advanced way for users to track views of their business and event pages. Its a simple addition that allows you to track, by day and by month, how many people are looking at your page...
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Hattie’s Restaurant, located on 45 Phila Street in Saratoga Springs is helping local families stretch their dollars this holiday season by offering the $19.38 3-course menu Monday-Thursdays through 2009. The price fixe menu is mirrored after the year founder, Hattie Grey opened “Hattie’s Chicken Shack” on..
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Vapor Night Club at Saratoga Gaming and Raceway will host the March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction event. Top chefs from the region will offer guests an opportunity to enjoy a great night out while raising funds, making friends and growing visibility for the critical work of the March of
Dimes to help all babies be born healthy. In ad..
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Massage and Spa Treatments in Saratoga Springs, NY
Long known for the healing waters of the mineral springs that run beneath the city Saratoga Springs has a history for delivering the ultimate care for people looking for healing mineral baths or relaxing massages. Our gude to Keep Reading ->
Try your luck now at The Saratoga Life.com November Trivia contest. Its easy, free and 2 lucky winners will win prizes from Impressions, The Strike Zone or Purdy’s discount liquors.
Here is how it works--
There are 5 questions in the trivia contest. All the answers can be found on TheSaratogaLife.com. Every person that co..
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The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows, a fictional story told through a series of letters has been selected by public vote as this year’s book of choice for Saratoga Reads, the community-wide reading program now in its sixth year.
Each year, Saratoga Reads inv..
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Here at Uncommon Grounds, we are thankful for our local community. Our customers are what make up our unique environment. We are pleased to announce our new Beans for Charity initiative that is coinciding with the launch of our brand new website. Each month, we'll be selecting a ..
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This may be the best time ever to be a restaurant customer in Saratoga Springs. Everywhere you look there are unbelievable chefs tasting menus, prix fixe meals, two for one specials and happy hour deals.
Maestro's, one ..
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5th Annual Restaurant Week
December 4th-10th, 2009
$18.19 for a 3-course dinner
AND
$9.09 lunch specials
Scroll down to see a list of participating restaurants, or visit http://www.discoversaratoga.org/RestaurantWeek/
Delectable foods in..
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Saratoga Restaurant Week is back! For the 5th straight year dozens of Saratoga's best restaurants have come to together to offer great deals on 3 course dinners all offered at just $18.19 and excellent lunch specials for just $9.09.
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The 2009 Fall Festival was a huge success with thousands of people converging on downtown Saratoga for a host of events, specials, and family fun.
This years fall festival was aided by picture perfect weather on both Saturday and Sunday.
The Saratoga Springs Downtown Business Association, along with many generous sponsor..
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Well for those of you who don't know what Twitter is, its a ragingly popular new messaging service that lets you broadcast short messages of 140 charachters or less to people who "follow" you, or those who care about what you have to say. For businesses, it is becoming a popular tool to send out specials and build good will with your customers, o..
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Its mid-October, the leaves have changed and they've started to fall. That means its Halloween. Time to dress up like ghosts and ghouls, superheros and monsters, or something fun and sexy. Whatever your costume, its fun to dress up and be someone else for a night, and who doesn't like all that candy?
We've put together a guid..
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Georges Duboeuf
Beaujolais Nouveau 2009
Est'arrive
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Beaujolais nouveau is a red wine made from Gamay grapes produced in the Beaujolais region of France. It is the most popular vin de primeur, fermented for just a few weeks then officially released for sale on the third Thursday of No..
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The Parting Glass is a fine a pub in Sartoga Springs and the live music is hard to beat but for reliable service, a great guiness and possibly the best hamburger in the Spa City The Irish Times is the winner hands down.
These guys are on Phila Street perfectly located off the top deck of the Putnam Street parking garage. They offer an incr..
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Saratoga Reads has announced that out of some 150 titles nominated by the public for this year’s book of choice, five have been selected as finalists.
The 5 finalists are:
The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein
City of Thieves by David Benioff
The Guernsey L..
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First up will be Fifty South, where they'll be offering up tasty, wholesome fare to its patrons on three Monday evenings -- October 19th, November 2nd and November 16th -- and will donate 10% of each evening’s proceeds back to Saratoga P.L.A.N.!
Take advantage of a great dinner out while helping to support our vital land conservation organi..
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The fifth annual Adirondack Trust Allegiance Bowl featuring sprint football teams from Army and Mansfield University will be held on Saturday, October 17 at the Saratoga Springs High School. Meeting for the first time ever, the Cadets of West Point and the Mountaineers of Mansfield will compete in a sanctioned Collegiate Sprint Football League..
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October 31st - 7:00 pm
Costume Contest
Prizes
Concert Ticket Giveaways
Orange V vodka tasting
Beer & Wine Tasting
FRANKLIN MICARE DUO - 8:OO PM
DANCING, DANCING, DANCING!!!
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Starting with a list of some 90 titles, all of them nominated by the public as a must-read, the Saratoga Reads Selection Advisory Group (SAG, no kidding) has a special mission—winnow the list down to a slate of five top contenders for the Saratoga Reads book of choice. The slate is then put up for a public vote to determine the winner.
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Find all types of great wines this week at Purdy's
Out of the Ordinary Whites
Zemmer La Lot Pinot Grigio 2008 $11.99
This single vineyard pinot grigio comes from vineyards on the valley floor and flourishes with outstanding climatic conditions, good soil conditions, and a well sunlit and airy location. The name La Lot derives f..
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The fourth annual SaratogaArtsFest, scheduled for June 10-13, 2010, is now accepting applications from artists who wish to participate in this citywide celebration of the arts in Saratoga Springs. Applications are being sought from local, national, and international artists representing a wide range of disciplines.
The selection of artis..
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Come see what it was like to be in a Civil War Camp over 145 years ago through this hands-on experience. The Adirondack Trust Company is proud to sponsor the 3rd Annual Saratoga Springs Civil War Encampment. As a locally owned and managed bank, we have been here for more than a century, and are stronger than ever, serving customers throughout the..
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Just outside Saratoga, right off exit 16, next to the Truckstop is a Great little find, its called "Eighty Twenty Consignment Boutique" , what a nice place with a little of everything, some great things new and used and at resonable prices...
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(Originally published on the Otis Regret blog at http://www.otismaxwell.com/blog/2009/09/saratoga-chips/ )
Early morning workout at Saratoga Racetrack.My fellow blogger Daniel Berman is a former San Francisco ad guy
who, like me, found himself..
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Lions Club Teams Up With Chicos For Fundraiser
The Saratoga Springs Lions Club and Chicos have teamed up to
sponsor a fundraiser on Saturday, September 12th. 10% of Chicos sales
that day will be donated to the club's efforts to fight blindness and
hearing loss. Patron..
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This Saturday (Sept. 5th) will be our Grand Finale Autographing Session with Kent Desormeaux, Calvin Borel, Edgar Prado, Alan Garcia, Sam the Bugler, and more. This event starts at 7:30pm right in front of Impressions. More details in the attached press release along with photos. Please call Marianne or I wit..
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Grand Tasting & Ferrari Auto Show is a Saratoga Wine & Food and Fall Ferrari Festival in Saratoga Springs, NY.
A wine and food extravaganza and stunning Ferrari Auto Show highlight this fundraising event for Saratoga Performing Arts Center and the Saratoga Automobile Museum. Presenting sponsor, the Italian Trade Commission, wil..
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Fresh Summer Drinking Wines....check out our new arrivals, best buys, staff favorites for all occassions. Delicious and refreshing whites from Italy, Portugal, Spain and France. Value Pinot Noirs, new Bordeaux arrivals and a hot new Brunello that is a real bargain.
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Come enjoy the last week and weekend of the summer at the
Final Stretch Festival in beautiful Saratoga Springs, NY.
6 Hotels are offering special end of season rates. Check them out here.
Sat. & Sun., Sept. 5 & 6, 200..
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Although Monte Lauro Vineyards is located in Languedoc, which we like to refer to as the "other" south of France, its heart and soul is located right here in Saratoga Springs. And now the Quarterly Review of Wine, QRW for short, has discovered the concept and delivered his message to a national wine loving audience.
Long a city resident..
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Celebrate Labor Day in Saratoga Springs, NY.
6 Day Promotion combines great deals, attractions and Horse Racing Superstar Rachel Alexandra into the perfect end of summer celebration.
Eight lodging properties, fourteen restaurants and area attractions have teamed up to offer a Six Day ..
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I had never been to a polo match before Friday night. Â As we drove through the general admission gate for $25 a carload ( I suggest you load as many polo fans into your can as you can for this price) I was thinking, this could be good. Â Cars backed into spaces in a drive in like atmosphere. Â Camp chairs unfolded, trunks and hatches were..
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Many people seem to be having trouble adding photos to the blogs. I'm here to fix that.
One of the main issues is the size of the file. Often times people are having trouble adding new photos because the file size is too big. The file you add should be less than 1MB, but it will most likely break if it is more than 2MB. You have some l..
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Here is a great Set of Tips that the Humane Society has put together to help people avoid Puppy Mill Dogs. The only way to put these awful facilities OUT OF BUSINESS is to STOP BUYING THEIR DOGS!
1. Consider adoption first when getting a pet. Animal shelters are filled with dogs and cats of all breeds and sizes who need and deserve loving homes..
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Travers weekend is always a crazy time in Saratoga. People start piling into town on Tuesday or Wednesday. I have a feeling a lot of people came in on Tuesday because on my way home from work I walked past Hatties and counted over 30 people waiting for them to open the door at 5. Have not seen a crowd like that all summer, given the three cour..
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Hotel and restaurant deals abound in Saratoga Springs as the action heats up in the final week of the summer.
Several area hotels & restaurants have come together to offer Final Stretch deals from September 2 through Labor Day.
Enjoy the Final Stretch of summer in style in Saratoga and make it a longer weekend getaway. Come enjoy top sta..
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After training her in Saratoga all summer Rachel Alexandra's connections have pointed her towards the Woodward Stakes on September 5th.
Trainer Steve Asmussen and owner Jess Jackson passed on the Travers for Rachel but have entered her stablemate Kensai in the mid summer derby.
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Shania Twain Tribute artist, Shania Twin is bringing all of your favorite Twain hits to Saratoga Gaming and Raceway on August 27th.
Known for her uncanny resemblance and unforgettable Twain-like voice, Donna Huber performs Shania Twain tribute shows throughout Canada, the United States and Europe. In addition to her tribute performances, she has..
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The 2009 Travers Festival will take place from Saturday, August 22nd through Sunday, August 30th. The festival is a celebration of one of the oldest stakes races in the country and features live music, parties and giveaways all across town. The 140th running of America's Mid-Summer Derby, The Shadwell Travers Stakes, will take place on Saturday, ..
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I am really excited by the recent opening of The Springwater Inn. I wrote about my experience there on my Funsaratoga blog - you can read about that here: springwater-inn-first-look
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FREE AND CHEAP
by Amber Briscoe
August is here and our thoughts are filled with sun, fun, surf and relaxation.
If you find theres a little less jingle in your pocket, perhaps you are planning a staycation this year. Here at TheSaratogaLife we know that fun doesn't have to cost a dime.
We put our heads together and came up with some of our..
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It is scorching outside! Stay hydrated. In fact hit your favorite AC cooled watering hole. Mine is Grey Gelding or Cantina.
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One of the most special things about Saratoga is watching the horses on their morning workouts. Majestic animals in a serene setting. Photo attached is from a friend.
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CONGRATULATIONS CHASE!
Chase and his people came in on Sunday and picked out a large green "Verve" Canini Collar (worth $50) for winning our July Giveaway! He seemed like a very happy boy!
Chase is a 2 year old yellow lab who has been such a gift to his new family. The Deckers adopted him from another family who decided they couldn't care for h..
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FREE AND CHEAP
by Amber Briscoe
August is here and our thoughts are filled with sun, fun, surf and relaxation.
If you find theres a little less jingle in your pocket, perhaps you are planning a staycation this year. Here at TheSaratogaLife we know that fun doesn't have to cost a dime.
We put our heads together and came up with some of our..
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Who doesn't love a good breakfast? In Saratoga there are lots of choices but my personal favorite is Beverly's http://www.thesaratogalife.com/saratoga-businesses/beverly-s-cafe/. Just fantastic food and an outdoor patio which is great in the summertime. If you ar..
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Great news for those that gotta go. The public bathrooms are now open in the Arts Council building in Congress Park on the corner of Spring and Broadway. This is a convenient location to the Carousel in Congress Park Saratoga Springs, NY.
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I'm lucky enough to have to work in Saratoga from time to time, and I usually take a few hours out to relax on Broadway and check out the scene. It always is a scene, especially during the Meet. People of all walks of life come through town and spend afternoons and/or days strolling up and down Broadway, stopping to shop, grabbing some food or ju..
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Please join us in welcoming Thoroughbred jockeys Pat Day, Edgar Prado, Alan Garcia and more. Each jockey will be available to personally autograph his own photo for $10 and all the proceeds will be donated to the charity of their choice. Charities include The Race Track Chaplaincy, Disabled Jockey Fund, and Anna House. Photos are provided. Impre..
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Workshop and Family Night Activities Followed by Pops Concert of Hollywood Classics and Disney Hits
Contact: Shane Williams-Ness, 518-584-9330x116, shane@spac.org; Lisa Hill, 518-584-9330x119, lhill@spac.org
Saratoga Springs, NY (August 6, 2009) The Philadelphia Orchestra and Saratoga Performing Arts Center will debut a new pre-performance wo..
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Its been a while coming now, but we are ready to push our new blog technology live. We are adding some exciting features not exactly standard in your average blog, but at the same time this iteration is pretty bare bones.
But we believe the key to a great local website, is great local content and our new blog features will allow us to feature m..
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