To Anyone Who Thinks Rochester Doesn’t Have a Late-Night Food Scene, Read This!
For years, people have complained about Rochester, New York’s lack of a late-night food scene. While this may have been true in previous years, I am here to share that there are numerous fantastic restaurants and to-go spots that cater to the night owls around the city, serving up dishes until the early morning. Rochester, New York has a great late-night food scene, you just need to know where to go!
Life is a Cabaret, Old Chum, Come to the Cabaret!
The Sirens and Stilettos Cabaret unleashes a dazzling burlesque performance that amalgamates equal parts grit and glamour on a dark and intimate stage. This local troupe can be found rambling around the Upstate New York region, putting on fiery shows that are real crowd pleasers!
Your Next Chopped Cheese Should Be the ‘ROC’ Chopped Cheese at Starlight on South Ave
While the Chopped Cheese was born in NYC, it’s made its way upstate to delis across cities like Rochester, Syracuse, and Buffalo. The effects of this pilgrimage have paved the way for a new contender, one that pays homage to the classic sub but adds a new flair and uniqueness, and embraces the culture and heritage of Rochester, New York. It’s called the ROC Chopped Cheese, and it’s being chopped up at Starlight, a market & deli on South Avenue in the South Wedge.
Good Vibes and Eats at the Jamaican Spot on Genesee St in the 19th Ward
Tropical Blendz Café & Juice Bar is an authentic space with a small outdoor patio that serves up delightful Caribbean plates. From Beef Patties to their delicious Jerk Chicken plate, you will experience an array of flavors and fragrances that only a good Jamaican dish can provide!
An Homage to City Magazine
Over the last five years, I have followed City Magazine, reading their intimate stories about local artists, talented musicians, authors, flavors, lore, Finger Lake wineries, festivals, films, photography, and more. Month after month, and day after day, I see a team that unequivocally works to capture the essence of the Greater Rochester, and bring from mind to passage to print the brilliance and genius of Rochester, New York.
Pride in July? The Backstory of Pride and Why Rochester Celebrates in July
Rochester’s Pride march and celebration occur annually around the second or third weekend of July. For many residents and visitors to Roc Pride, there is a sense of bewilderment that seeks to answer the question, Why is Pride in July in Rochester, New York?