I Love New York Blog

Say hello to 2026 in style in New York State by warming up with a variety of fun, exciting, and delicious events! Whether you want to take in a two-for-one show on Broadway, groove to the smooth…

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There’s a latte to love in New York State, and we’ve brewed up a list of the most unique coffee spots to make yourself at home. Whether you crave a classic drip…

Across New York State, Black-owned businesses are shaping culture through craftsmanship, storytelling, and design.

It’s not everywhere that you can experience so many diverse wine regions all in one state! Sip, swirl, and relax in New York, home to over 35,000 acres of wine country and the nation’s third-largest wine-producing state. From Long Island’s superb reds and sprawling farmland vineyards to the Finger Lakes’ internationally-acclaimed whites and dazzling lakeside views, New York’s wine regions are waiting for you to explore. Here’s how to make the most of your time in Empire State wine country. 

New York is a feast for the senses, complete with rich, comforting flavors served by some of the state’s most talented Black chefs, bakers, and mixologists. Across every region, Black-owned restaurants, wine bars, cocktail lounges, juice spots, and soul food staples offer unforgettable experiences rooted in flavor, community, and cultural pride.

New York State is filled with all kinds of delicious fall flavors. From apple cider donuts and apple pie nachos to pumpkin spice lattes and pumpkin cocktails (served in actual pumpkins), there’s something for every palate - but it only lasts one season! Whether you’re team apple or team pumpkin, dig into this list of New York fall goodies before they’re gone.

New York State’s culinary scene is unlike any other, home to everything from Michelin-starred restaurants to cozy small-town diners, many of which have made their way onto the big screen! Stop for a cupcake at Magnolia Bakery, the spot where Carrie tells Miranda about her new crush in Sex and the City, or head to the Phoenicia Diner (pictured), better known to Severance fans as Pib’s Pub and Grille. Whether you’re a foodie, film buff, or both, check out this set-jetting guide to New York’s coolest restaurants featured in TV and film.

If you haven't given much thought to state fairs since the days where you could slam down multiple chili cheese dogs and funnel cakes with zero remorse, we get it. But with the Great New York State Fair (August 20-September 1), it's as good a time as any for a gentle reminder of what you've been missing since then.

The secret ingredient to well-crafted cider is delicious apples and New York has some of the greatest (there’s a reason we’re called the Big Apple!). In fact, New York is the largest producer of hard cider in the country and the second-largest apple-producing state. With more than 40 different apple varieties, 600 growers, and hundreds of world-class cideries, this is the place to be for award-winning cider. From the Hudson Valley’s fast-growing cideries and photogenic orchards to the Finger Lakes’ unique terroir and lakeside views, sip back, relax, take in the apple-scented atmosphere, and enjoy a crisp glass of New York cider. Here’s everything you need to know about exploring Empire State apple country.

The only activity that’s more quintessentially New York than eating pizza is hunting down the best pies. We've got the crunchiest, cheesiest, freshest options from all over the state, from beloved slices in Brooklyn to cup-and-char pepperoni in Buffalo.