Anyone with kids knows how chaotic a household can get. It seems like they take over—with questions ranging from book bags to sports equipment, it’s hard to find some peace. That’s why decorating is so important. With the right items, you can create the peaceful oasis you deserve, and your house won’t look like it’s …
Winters in upstate New York can be particularly unforgiving. The price we pay for picturesque summers is a brutal winter season that doesn’t just have us shoveling snow by the foot but can also cause us to worry about our homes. The cold and moisture of northern winters conspire against the integrity of our homes’ …
Upstate New York Pecan Pie recipe from the Kopper Kettle Restaurant, a beloved family restaurant that was known for having the best pies in Rochester.
If one thing is for certain it’s that this Thanksgiving is going to look a lot different than other years.
It’s easy to notice the thousands of strands of twinkling lights, and seemingly fake snow in the background of your favorite Hallmark Holiday Movie. But one of my favorite aspects of these feel good holiday flicks is the female lead characters gorgeous wardrobe.
One of the biggest complaints of many homeowners is the lack of available storage space. But by using the same cabinets that you use in the kitchen throughout the rest of the home, you can add style and extra storage. Here is how to utilize kitchen cabinets throughout your home. Bedrooms As kids get older …
We all know that it can get snowy up here in the Finger Lakes. And with the temperatures dropping, it’s only a matter of time before we find ourselves walking in a winter wonderland. We don’t want to wait until then to get ready. If you would rather not be caught off guard by winter …
When the inside of your favorite chair or couch still provides comfort but the outside looks tired and dirty, it may be time to consider reupholstery. Your first task is to choose the right material to use for recovering your furniture. These tips on how to choose the right upholstery fabric should help get your …
When the kids get older, the toys and school projects get put away, and your floors and furniture re-emerge, you’ll get a clearer look at your rooms. You might decide a different room plan would look better. The first step is learning how to identify the focal point in any room. Look for the Feature …
Chicken Francese, (Chicken French), is a popular Upstate New York Italian American restaurant dish that can easily be made at home. This recipe from Canandaigua features golden brown tender chicken cutlets nestled in a buttery, lemon pan sauce.
With Thanksgiving on the horizon, we offer a list of seven must-have sides at Thanksgiving to alleviate some planning pains.
