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Simply New York Marketplace & Gifts
The concept at this eclectic gift shop is that every item, from flatware to fleece jackets to stuffed animals, was made right here in the Empire State. The food items alone could fill a suitcase—perhaps a Tough Traveler carry-on, made in Schenectady, New York. Brands include Catskill Craftsmen, Buffalo Games, Niagara Ceramics and Brooklyn Bagel Slicer, to name a few. (09/2011)
4364 Culver Rd, Seabreeze
585-413- 0895
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ENERGIZE It
Even if kids don’t take away much about the importance of our energy choices, they’ll have a bang-up time pedaling a stationary bike to generate power, observing a glowing plasma arc and generally messing around with interactive displays teaching viewers how to be wiser energy consumers. (09/2011)
At Rochester Museum & Science Center 657 East Ave
585-271-4320
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Montezuma Winery
Drawing on the family’s bee hives and produce from neighboring farms, this oneof- a-kind Finger Lakes winery specializes in fruit wines, mead and honey-based brandy and vodka. Plus, there’s a remarkable wetlands preserve (Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge) right up the road. (09/2011)
2981 Auburn Rd, Seneca Falls
315- 568-8190
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iTastea
This airy noodle shop is vegetarian-friendly, glutenfriendly and just plain friendly. Entrees such as the currystyle hot pot and spicy dan dan chicken come with a potsticker appetizer. Warning for night owls: Dinner hours only run to 8.30pm. $ (09/2011)
Corn Hill Landing, 290 Exchange Blvd
585-360-2722
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Towpath Café
Lights twinkling off the water, breezes fluttering the canopy, perhaps the strains of live music. These are some of the pleasures of dining on the Towpath’s side deck that overlooks the Erie Canal. Specialties on the fairly traditional menu include brandy-glazed pork chops and stuffed burgers, filled with the likes of gorgonzola and bacon or Portobello and onion. $$ (09/2011)
6 N Main St, Fairport
585-377-0410
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Taylor’s Disco Niteclub
Go retro and get your groove on at this weekends-only dance club, where boogie kings and queens relive the disco era. Don’t get discouraged by the suburban plaza façade: The club entrance is tucked along the side. (09/2011)
3300 Monroe Ave
585-381-3000
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Genesee Country Village & Museum
Potters and blacksmiths and cooks, oh my! Costumed interpreters pursue oldfashioned occupations in the historic buildings of this 19th-century village, while events such as the Old-Time Fiddlers' Fair (Aug. 20-21) with over 100 musicians on three stages enliven the weekends. Still, kids will probably remember the candy store best. (08/2011)
1410 Flint Hill Rd, Mumford
585-538-6822
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Party in the Park
Popular bands perform to cool breezes on the banks of the Genesee River downtown every Thursday. The lineup includes Robert Randolph and the Family Band (Aug. 4), The Romantics (Aug. 11) and Shooter Jennings (Aug. 18). (08/2011)
At the Riverside Festival Site 182 Exchange Blvd
585-473-4482
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Tony D’s Coal-Fired Pizza
This upscale pie slinger doesn’t have a monopoly on huge servings of Italian classics (you'll need a shovel for the meatballs); it’s also not the only place with a fancy pizza oven (though the coal-fired chicken wings offer a welcome change of pace). The real deal maker here is the fantastic terrace that overlooks the river. $$ (08/2011)
At Corn Hill Landing 288 Exchange Blvd
585-340-6200
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Tap & Mallet
Cocktail lovers, go elsewhere. Hops and malts preside over this polished pub and its pleasant patio—though wine is tolerated. A constantly changing beer menu includes at least one cask beer, the stuff aficionados revere as “real ale.” (08/2011)
381 Gregory St
585-473-0503
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Panache Vintage & Finer Consignment
This shop is prime territory for fashionistas who like designer labels at discount prices. A little digging might turn up Armani slacks, a Marc Jacobs top or an Eileen Fisher skirt for under $40. Those whose retro impulses lean to 1950s Hollywood will also have fun. (07/2011)
At Brighton Commons 1855 Monroe Ave
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Dogtown
Devoted to an icon of summer noshing, this modest joint starts with fundamentals from two Rochester institutions: Zweigle’s hots on Martusciello Bakery rolls. Toppings range from chili to sauerkraut, salsa to tzatziki. Un-wiener options include hamburgers, shaved steak and a few meatfree entrées. $ (07/2011)
691 Monroe Ave
585-271-6620
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