From the Artists' Desk

Summer is the perfect time to get out and savor some local flavors! With the sun high in the sky and long days ahead, we’re featuring great places to wine and dine, community car culture, our local pet guide, and ideas for living your best lake life!

In the heart of the Flour City lies the regal Strathallan and Hyatt Regency, full of culinary delights sure to satisfy any palette! Meet the master chefs behind some of our favorite dishes and peruse a cocktail list perfect for a night out on the town. From the West Side to Park Avenue and all the way to the scenic Canandaigua Lake, we have the perfect guide for exploring the bustling food scene around Rochester.

Sip & Dine right in your own backyard with a fabulous garden party! Averie Riel, Amanda Muster, and Holly Howell give pro tips on dining al fresco as they tackle creating the ideal menu, setting the table, and pairing wines supplied by our friends at Whitehouse Wine & Liquor.

Our Tail-Waggin’ Summer section features Maya Schneider who is promoting a community of kindness and inclusion as the manager of the Black Equestrians Instagram account where she shares her passion for horses.

Inspired by the West Coast, car culture in Rochester is booming at The Little Speed Shop. Kevin and Jillian VanValkenburgh bring generations together with their Coffee and Cars events. Check out everything from Lamborghinis to Ferraris to Low Riders!

Make the most of your lake life this summer with Amie Freling of Meme Hill Studio, shares expert insight on creating the perfect lake house for people and pets. And meet Gino, the English Bulldog who loves life on the water!

Summer’s in full swing and we couldn’t be more excited. With so much to see and do in the Rochester area, the food scene is hustling and bustling and calling your name. We can’t wait to see you out there!