I’m often tempted to peek at the eggs inside a phoebe’s nest when the parents leave it to forage for food. I’ve picked up a fallen robin’s egg shell and admired its delicate color and smoothness. I’ve marveled at the primal determination of the chick that pecked its way out of an egg to become a full-fledged owl, avocet, or eagle. [Read more…] about Chicken, Owl or Eagle: They All Start From Amazing Eggs
Food
Maple in April Festival Returns to Hadley NY April 29th
“You don’t need a forest of sugar maples to produce your own maple syrup just a few trees and a pan to boil sap,” says maple producer Ernie Wilder. Residents in the region who have a maple tree or two on their property and boil their own sap can earn the bragging rights of producing the best tasting maple syrup at the 21st Maple in April Festival in Hadley, Saratoga County, NY, on April 29, 2023. [Read more…] about Maple in April Festival Returns to Hadley NY April 29th
Beech Tree Syrup Could Unlock Economic Potential
The farmer-driven Northern New York Agricultural Development Program has announced the results of research into the economic feasibility of producing syrup from American beech trees. Conducted by Adam D. Wild, director of the Uihlein Maple Research Forest in Lake Placid, the research examined the yield potential and economic feasibility of tapping beech trees for syrup production. [Read more…] about Beech Tree Syrup Could Unlock Economic Potential
Study: Climate Change Has Altered Human-Raptor Relationships
Bald Eagles and dairy farmers exist in a mutually beneficial relationship in parts of northwestern Washington State. According to a new study, this “win-win” relationship has been a more recent development, driven by the impact of climate change on eagles’ traditional winter diet of salmon carcasses, as well as by increased eagle abundance following decades of conservation efforts. The research is published in the journal Ecosphere. [Read more…] about Study: Climate Change Has Altered Human-Raptor Relationships
The Saratoga County Roots of Mott’s Apple Empire
You may have noticed that “Since 1842” appears on the label of all Mott’s apple products. That was the year Samuel Mott began selling apple cider and vinegar to his neighbors in Halfmoon, Saratoga County, NY. The Mott’s apple processing empire we know today grew from that humble beginning. [Read more…] about The Saratoga County Roots of Mott’s Apple Empire
Sip & Savor Saranac Lake Week Features Restaurants, Bars & Breweries
The Savor SLK Committee has announced Sip & Savor SLK Week, where Saranac Lake’s restaurants, bars and breweries will offer discounted food & drinks from April 30th through May 7th. Participating businesses will offer Prix Fixe, 3-course menus of $20, $30, or $40 and/or drink specials during their regular business hours all week long. [Read more…] about Sip & Savor Saranac Lake Week Features Restaurants, Bars & Breweries
Poachers Caught With 131 Possibly Toxic Fish
According to a press release issued by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, on February 21st, Environmental Conservation Officer Klein found people keeping fish in an area of the Upper Hudson River considered polluted and designated for catch and release only. [Read more…] about Poachers Caught With 131 Possibly Toxic Fish
Amelia Simmons and America’s First Cookbook
Amelia Simmons wrote what is widely regarded as the first American cookbook, American Cookery. Through its recipes and ingredients, this work shows how a unique American diet and identity was created.
The book was so popular that after its first printing in Hartford, Connecticut in 1796, and it’s second printing in Albany, NY, that same year, it remained in print for 35 years after its first publication; however, very little is known about its author. [Read more…] about Amelia Simmons and America’s First Cookbook
Adirondack Garden Club Grants Available
The Adirondack Garden Club has announced they are now accepting applications for their 2023 grants.
The Adirondack Garden Club offers three grants: [Read more…] about Adirondack Garden Club Grants Available
A History of the Lower East Side Food Tour
The Museum at Eldridge Street has announced “Eldridge Eats: A History of the Lower East Side Food Tour,” a walking tour set for Monday, March 5th. [Read more…] about A History of the Lower East Side Food Tour