by Joe & Jackie | Nov 16, 2021
First Impressions There’s nothing quite like a little main street strip—packed with small shops, restaurants, and of course, a coffee roaster. Flux Coffee in Farmingdale, New York is indeed a local staple. Recommended to us by a coffee-industry friend and supported by...
by Joe & Jackie | Nov 1, 2021
First Impressions Picture yourself on the outskirts of a small rural town. It’s early fall, the leaves just starting to tint with yellow edges. You stand along a set of rusty train tracks. There’s a sign up ahead. You walk over to read the wood panel. The...
by Joe & Jackie | Oct 25, 2021
First Impressions What makes craft breweries great is the fact that they come in all different shapes, sizes, and tastes! No two are exactly alike, and some are quite different compared to their contemporaries. So how does Two Way Brewing Company in Beacon, New York...
by Joe & Jackie | Oct 19, 2021
First Impressions In the Northeastern United States, autumn offers a much-welcome reprieve from the humid, sweltering heat of late summer. As such, it’s no surprise that day-trippers and weekend vacationers head out in search of local getaways, eager to enjoy...
by Joe & Jackie | Oct 12, 2021
First Impressions As we continue working our way through the Covid era, not all businesses are reopening at the same pace. This process isn’t necessarily good or bad, although it does lead to some unique and uneven dining situations. While some places are...
by Joe & Jackie | Oct 6, 2021
First Impressions The “urban” brewery is now a staple in many cities throughout America. Often situated in older, pseudo-light industrial neighborhoods, these establishments can breathe new life to unique environments — attracting both locals and...
