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"Ein Prosit der Gemütlichkeit!"
This is a traditional Oktoberfest toast to good cheer, well-being, and coziness!
Today, I’ll regale you with the Oktoberfest origin story that started with a wedding, explain the two classic beer styles you’ll...
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BY JOHN BART
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9/25/26
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"Eat as much of the local cuisine as you can, and drink the local beverages offered."
-Anthony Bourdain
I’ve heard from readers who are using KBM brewery profiles as craft beer travel guides, and I couldn’t be happier!
So we leaned into the...
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BY JOHN BART
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9/4/26
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A pair of Primrose students were hard at work raising funds for Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation.
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By Tom Walogorsky
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“Time spent with cats is never wasted."
–Sigmund Freud
Dr. Freud and I usually see eye-to-eye, except when it comes to cats.
The excellent brewery you're about to read about has a cat theme. But thanks to a traumatic childhood scratching...
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BY JOHN BART
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7/31/26
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Raise a glass to local favorites serving up creative cocktails and unbeatable happy hour specials.
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7/31/26
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No matter what else happens this summer, we’ll always have the Knicks. Here are some wines that, while perhaps not quite as thrilling, are true over-achievers, ready to have you cheering.
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7/31/26
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The Gramercy, on Kear Street in Yorktown Heights impresses with an elevated menu along with polished yet comfortable and sophisticated vibes.
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By Vim Wilkinson
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7/24/26
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'Live in the sunshine. Swim in the sea. Drink in the wild air.'
-Ralph Waldo Emerson
Like Mr. Emerson, I'm excited for summer and, shocker, summer beers!
That got me thinking: why does a crisp pilsner or juicy session IPA seem to hit differently...
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BY JOHN BART
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6/29/26
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On most trips, I’m happy to defer to a guide. I have a questionable sense of direction even in Katonah, so in a new city it’s practically a survival tactic.
But when it comes to craft beer? After visiting roughly 80 breweries, that’s my...
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BY JOHN BART
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6/1/26
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Tips on types of wine that fit the season.
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5/21/26
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At Tengda Asian Bistro, dinner becomes less about playing it safe and more about exploring flavors.
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By Vim Wilkinson
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5/21/26
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Things are about to get wild and woolly at Muscoot Farm!
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By Carol Reif
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5/1/26
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Fishkill may be a long way from Brussels, but one recent lunch at Dutchess Biercafe made it feel like we crossed an ocean.
Belgium remains one of the world’s most fascinating beer cultures, home to roughly 400 breweries and more than 1,500 beer...
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BY JOHN BART
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4/30/26
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A determined group of local Girl Scouts are partnering cookies and community.
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By Halston Media Staff
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4/17/26
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Trust The Process! - Themes from 2026 NYC Craft Beer Week Kickoff Bash
“Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better."
-Maya Angelou
This Maya Angelou quote came to mind recently while thinking about the...
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BY JOHN BART
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4/15/26
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When Justin Tesone took over his family’s restaurant in Somers in 2013, he knew he wanted to put his own stamp on it.
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By Carol Reif
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3/16/26
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Although Bob Dylan was singing about serving higher powers, there’s a growing trend in the craft beer world where, as it turns out, you serve yourself.
A friend in California first...
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BY JOHN BART
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3/12/26
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Phat Olive is more than a shop — it’s a flavorful journey around the world, right here in Katonah, with online shopping available anytime.
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By Vim Wilkinson
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3/3/26
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“A New Year’s resolution is something that goes in one year and out the other.”
-Oscar Wilde
New year, same me. No resolutions — just continuing to be kind, have as much fun as possible in this last third of life, and balance health. I remain...
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BY JOHN BART
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1/24/26
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Meet Jared , the 12-year-old creator behind Cooking with Jared ! After wrapping up an impressive three-year wrestling career, Jared has shifted his focus and is now fully immersed in his tennis …
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1/9/26
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