The Everyday Adventures of Mohawk Valley Girl
Joseph Putrello Barista Bar
Owner of Joseph Putrello Barista Bar in Utica, Joseph Putrello himself.
I first encountered Joseph Putrello Coffee at the Café at Stone Mill in Little Falls, NY. The coffee was delicious, and I asked if it was locally roasted. I learned that not only was it locally roasted, but the roaster was right there. Fast forward to November 2020, when I saw on Facebook that Joseph Putrello was opening a Barista Bar on Genesee Street in Utica. I recognized the building as one of the cool urban structures with which Utica is blessed. I was anxious to check it out. The first time I went, I got a straight cup of coffee. That is pretty much what I like, although I sometimes wonder if I should expand my horizons. I also got a croissant with prosciutto and cheese. Yum! I sat on the mezzanine and looked out at Genesee Street while I sipped and nibbled. I love the big city feel of downtown Utica. What a great setting! A few days later I was talking to my Mom about my weekend plans. I was getting together with my friend Kim and hoped to go someplace I visit for Mohawk Valley Living magazine. “There’s this great café,” I said. “Only it isn’t called a café. It’s something that begins with a ‘b’.” All I could think of was bistro, but I knew that wasn’t right. Mom did not have any ideas. However, when I logged onto my WordPress account to make that day’s blog post, I saw a picture I had taken when I was there: “Joseph Putrello’s Barista Bar.”
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Jewett’s Cheese House
A family business since 1970 NY State aged cheddar 1-20 years old! Over 400 items of cheese & gourmet foods.
(800) 638-3836 934 Earlville Road, Earlville (between Poolville and Earlville) Open Mon-Fri: 9:30-5, Most Sundays 10:30-3, closed Sat. www.jewettscheese.com
A chocolate dipped cannoli–the taste of Utica!
Cafe with a view! Customers enjoy looking over Genesee Street while sipping coffee.
Cascade, Plymouth, & Hand-Dyed Yarns Knit and Crochet Supplies Classes: Beginners to Advanced!
Love & Stitches 214 Oriskany Blvd., Whitesboro Hours: Tues-Fri: 4-7, Sat: 10-5 315 570-3316 • www.loveandstitchescny.com
Cold Cuts, Pecorino Romano, Ricotta, Mozzarella, Imported Provolone, & much more! Visit us for all your Italian Favorites! You’ll love our prices!
1150 McQuade Ave., Utica Mon, Thurs, Fri: 8-4, Wed: 8-3, Sat: 8-Noon, Closed Sun & Tues • 315-724-5578
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