Meet “the bickering twins,” Corey and Kevin Adelman, twin brothers and the co-owners of Bickering Twins, a popular restaurant located on N. Cayuga Street. The Adelman brothers have a passion for food and hospitality, and their restaurant is known for its creative menu, relaxed atmosphere, and friendly service. Corey and Kevin grew up in New Jersey, where they developed an … Read More
Meet Awura-Abena Ansah at Alta Spa
ALTA SPA IS OWNED AND OPERATED BY AWURA-ABENA ANSAH, A LICENSED ESTHETICIAN AND COSMETOLOGIST. Alta Spa is Ithaca’s first day spa and a full-service salon and has been part of the downtown community since 1999. The day spa, owned and operated by Awura-Abena Ansah, a licensed aesthetician, and cosmetologist, offers a full range of skincare and hair removal services, … Read More
Meet Kate Brown at Your CBD Store
We spoke with Kate Brown, manager at Your CBD Store, to learn more about her and the specialty shop. What year did Your CBD Store open in Ithaca? 2018 How long have you owned/managed this business? How many years of experience do you have in your line of work? Just over a year as manager, and 10+ years of online … Read More
Meet Tim Gammons at Greenhouse Cafe
We spoke with Tim Gammons, co-owner and manager of Greenhouse Cafe and Cocktail Lounge to learn more about Tim and the restaurant. What year did The Greenhouse Cafe and Cocktail Lounge open? 2021 How long have you owned/managed this business? How many years of experience do you have in your line of work? Owned/managed the cafe since January 2021 and … Read More
Meet Laura Larson at Odyssey Bookstore
We sat down with Laura Larson, owner of Odyssey Bookstore to learn more about her and her bookstore. What year did your shop, boutique, service, office, or restaurant open?* 2020 How long have you owned/managed this business? How many years of experience do you have in your line of work?* Since its inception (so 2019 technically and _ had no … Read More
Meet Suzanne and Mockingbird Paperie
We spoke with Suzanne Loesch, owner of Mockingbird Paperie on the Commons, to learn about her interests and her business. What year did your Mockinbird Paperie Open? * 2012 How long have you owned/managed this business? How many years of experience do you have in your line of work? * I’ve owned and operated the business since 2012. I … Read More
Meet Gabe Flores and Hiroko Takashima at MamaSaid Handpies
Meet Gabe Flores and Hiroko Takashima. The are the masterminds behind MamaSaid Handpies in Ithaca. The expert cooking couple is known for their delectable homemade recipes featuring mini hand pies filled with flavorful combinations of meat and fruit, all at a budget-friendly price point and sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.
Meet Wendy Skinner at SewGreen
Ithaca is known for its sustainability efforts, and Wendy Skinner is among downtown’s many business owners who are leading the way on both fronts. Skinner is the founder and director of SewGreen, an upcycle-focused sewing shop.
Meet Caleb Harrington at Nothing Nowhere
Locally known artist and seasoned barista Caleb Harrington brings us Nothing Nowhere, a cozy cafe located inside Home Green Home on the Ithaca Commons. Nothing Nowhere serves various coffee flavors from roasters Touchy Coffee in handcrafted mugs made by local artist Sarah Cherin. Plus, it sells fresh baked goods prepared by local bakers. We caught up with Caleb — he … Read More
