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(p.m.) wine bar

Ernest Hemingway once said, "Wine is the most civilized thing in the world." (p.m.) thinks Ernest was right and wants to share a wonderful selection of wines with you. Focusing on Spanish wines and the food that compliments them, this wine bar breaks the mold of the "pour and snore."

119 Warren Street
Hudson, NY 12534
(518) 828-2833
Restaurants

Aroi Thai Restaurant

Aroi means 'delicious' in Thai, and delicious it is. David Thompson writes in 'Thai Food,' "Thai food creates a locus of flavor within each dish through its components, producing a complexity that can be dazzling." And Aroi illustrates his description faithfully. The wine list is spare and perfectly paired to the flavors of Thai cuisine. Some selections are familiar and some are off the beaten track; all compliment the food. Enter a little clapboard house with a treed, outdoor patio, and be in an oasis of muted green walls, fabric lamps, birch chairs, and coral table runners; a perfect backdrop to the colors of the food. Thai artifacts and fabrics hang as the works of art they are. Each room is flooded with light and, for chilly evenings, has a working fireplace. Aroi is open seven days a week for dinner from 5pm-9pm; and Thursday through Monday for lunch from 11:30am-3pm.

55 East Market Street
Rhinebeck, NY 12572
(845) 876-1114
Restaurants

Babycakes Café

Now in its seventh year, Babycakes Café has expanded to breakfast, lunch and dinner service featuring a full bar and live entertainment on the weekends. Seasonal menus feature many vegan & vegetarian choices. European-style baked goods made from scratch are still a big draw. Specialty holiday baked good and catering available. Open Tuesday through Sunday.

1-3 Collegeview Avenue
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 485-8411
Restaurants

Barnaby's

Route 32 North Chestnut and Academy Street
New Paltz, NY 12561
(845) 255-2433
Natural Food Markets

Beacon Natural Market

Lighting the way for a healthier world, located in the heart of historic Beacon at 348 Main Street. Featuring organic prepared foods, deli, and juice bar as well as organic and regional produce, meats and cheeses. Newly opened in August 2005, proprietors L.T. and Kitty Sherpa are dedicated to serving the Hudson Valley with a complete selection of products that are good for you and good for the planet, including an extensive alternative health dept. Nutritionist on staff.

348 Main Street
Beacon, NY 12508
(845) 838-1288
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Bear Creek Restaurant and Recreational Park

Bear Creek's menu ranges from various smoked BBQ delights to entrees like Pan Seared Ahi Tuna and Cedar Planked Salmon. Whether it's a great burger, steak, or maybe a novel goat cheese, pear, and apple salad, Bear Creek offers an action filled venue along with fine cuisine at family prices.

Corner of Route 23 A and Route 214
Hunter, NY 12442
(518) 263-3839
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Bell's Cafe-Bistro

In a warm and inviting Bistro located on Historic Main Street in the Village of Catskill Yael/Keith Chef/Owners are serving down to earth foods with flavors from around the Mediterranean. Wine and Beer Menu available. Wednesday-Saturday dinner. Saturday-Sunday brunch.

387 Main Street
Catskill, NY 12414
(518) 943-4070
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Beso

Dine under skylights in this intimate, candlelit setting with piped in world music and naked jazz. Beso offers eclectic American cuisine, relying on local, organic farmers. Everything made in house from the mozzarella and ricotta to fresh baked focaccia. Serving organic or all-natural beef and poultry, housemade pasta, and soups to die for. Specialties are Porcini Crusted Hereford Filet Mignon, Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Pumpkin Bread Croutons, Pan Seared Jumbo Sea Scallops with Local Corn Succotash, Goat Cheese and Caramelized Onion Tart, and for dessert; Peach and Blueberry Crisp with Housemade Buttermilk Ice Cream. Reservations recommended. Dinner six nights from 5pm-10pm, Sunday Brunch 11:30am-3pm. Closed Wednesdays.

(845) 255-1426
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Bistro Brie & Bordeaux—A French Country Restaurant in the Heart of the Catskills

Voted "Best Restaurant in Greene County" by Hudson Valley Magazine, 2007 and 2008. Zagat Rated. Come and enjoy a delicious meal prepared by award-winning French Chef/Owner Stephane Desgaches. Casual European-styled bistro, full bar, extensive wine list. Beautiful views of Windham Mountain, just 1/4 mile away! Open Wednesday-Sunday for dinner. Sunday Champagne Brunch offered July-October. "Le Tour de France" $14.95, three-course meal offered Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday evenings 5PM-9PM (excluding holidays and holiday weeks).

5386 Main Street
Windham, NY 12496
(518) 734-4911
Cafés

Bistro-to-Go

Gourmet take-out store serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week. Featuring local and imported organic foods, delicious homemade desserts, sophisticated four star food by Chefs Richard Erickson and Jonathan Sheridan. Off-premise full-service catering and event planning for parties of all sizes.

948 Route 28
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 340-9800