Meet Gabe Flores and Hiroko Takashima at MamaSaid Handpies 

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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.

11th Annual Chowder Cook-Off Winners

ITHACA DECEMBER 10, 2021 — Downtown Ithaca has counted the public’s votes from its 11th Annual Chowder Cook-Off held this past weekend, and it’s time to announce the winners. Drum roll, please… Simeon’s American Bistro walked away with the Best Traditional Chowder crown, and Taverna Banfi, located in Cornell University’s Statler Hotel, was second running up while Mahogany Grill earned … Read More

Bite of Ithaca is Back This Month

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Foodie experience showcases multiple $5 samplers & sips at downtown Ithaca restaurants, eateries, and bars ITHACA, NY JUNE 9, 2021 —  Bite of Ithaca, an ultimate foodie experience featuring samplers and sips from restaurants and eateries in and around downtown Ithaca, is returning this month. From June 14 through June 20, BITE guests can take their taste buds on a culinary journey … Read More