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Bread Alone Boiceville "Bakery and Coffeeshop" | 845-657-6057 | |
Bread Alone Boiceville, an organic bakery and coffee shop serving soups and sandwiches, is located at Route 28, Boiceville NY 12412, Ulster County in the Hudson Valley.
From Bread Alone: "Our main bakery sits along a busy country road on the outskirts of a town that no longer exists. The pristine woods across the road from us are dense and clear, separating our Route 28 bakery from the Ashokan Reservoir - a body of fresh, clean water that eventually makes its way to the taps of New York City’s finest fountains and faucets. Boiceville is small rustic place with good air, kind people and our cafe has become a perfect stopping point for skiers heading to Belleayre and Hunter Mountain, or anyone else enjoying the lush and comforting Catskill Mountains. Arriving at our main bakery is always a treat with the smells of fresh baked bread wafting around the building. restaurant review, website and more . . . |
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Aroma Thyme Bistro | 845-647-3000 | |
Aroma Thyme Bistro, serving New American cuisine, craft beer, and healthy gourmet dining, is located at 165 Canal Street, Ellenville NY 12428, Ulster County in the Hudson Valley.
From Aroma Thyme Bistro: "Guiliano has mastered the ability to turn natural, whole food into something beautiful and flavorful. Aroma Thyme Bistro offers an innovative menu of focused, natural cuisine that will reflect balance and well-being. Guiliano's consistent objective is to create meals that achieve impact through focusing on pure ingredients and limiting manipulation. To achieve this objective, Aroma Thyme Bistro will shun the use of butter and heavy dairy products, white flour products and refined sugar that mask food's natural flavors. Guiliano credits his culinary style to major health changes he experienced from the impact of diet including the use of Essential Oils." restaurant review, website and more . . . |
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Cafe Mio, Local Fare | 845-255-4949 | |
Cafe Mio, a gourmet café serving Farm-To-Table local bounty from the Hudson Valley, is located at 2356 Route 44/55, Gardiner, NY 12525 in Ulster County.
From Café Mio: "We are proud to be offering the freshest local fare of the Hudson Valley, something that is at the core of our food philosophy. Cafe Mio is also pleased to announce that we are now serving beer and wine.Michael (Chef) has a passion for incorporating the freshest local ingredients from purveyors who share his passion for great simple food. He and Amanda strive to provide an experience that allows the culinary wealth of the Hudson valley to shine in every dish. They believe in creating a unique dining experience while treating every customer like a member of their family." restaurant review, website and more . . . |
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Chipotle Mexican Grill - Kingston | 845-336-5036 | |
Chipotle Mexican Grill is located at 1217 Ulster Ave., Kingston, NY 12401 in Ulster County.
From Chipotle: What is food with integrity ? "Food With Integrity is a journey that started more than a decade ago and one that will never end. Through our ongoing commitment to finding better, more sustainable sources for all of the ingredients we serve, Chipotle is changing the way people think about and eat fast food. We call this effort "Food with Integrity" and it has us working with suppliers who share our commitment to raising food in ways that demonstrate respect for people, the environment and farm animals. We have always maintained a belief in being transparent about our supply chain practices." restaurant review, website and more . . . | ||
Enzo's Ristorante & Pizzeria | 845-383-3696 | |
Enzo's Restaurant & Pizzeria, serving pizza and Italian dishes, is located at 207 Boices Lane, Kingston, NY 12401 in Ulster County.
From Enzo's: "Locally owned family restaurant with great food and awesome prices. Enzo's provides a family style atmosphere, friendly service, and a diverse menu, all at prices welcome to any pocketbook. Contrary to the trend of today's franchises and fast food, no service restaurants, we at Enzo's maintain our commitment to provide the very best. We invite you to join us for a meal you will not soon forget and the service your deserve as our customer." restaurant review, website and more . . . | ||
Panera Bread - Kingston | 845-336-5371 | |
Panera Bread and Bakery Cafe is located at 1151 Ulster Ave., Kingston, NY 12401, Ulster County in the Hudson Valley.
Panera Bread Food Policy: "We are bakers of bread. We are fresh from the oven. We are a symbol of warmth and welcome. We are a simple pleasure, honest and genuine. We are a life story told over dinner. We are a long lunch with an old friend. We are your weekday morning ritual. We are the kindest gesture of neighbors. We are home. We are family. We are friends. Every day, at every location, trained bakers craft and bake each loaf from scratch, using the best ingredients to ensure the highest quality breads." restaurant review, website and more . . . |
All New Paltz Listings
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Bridge Creek Café | 845-255-4205 | |
Bridge Creek Café, serving a seasonal New American menu, is located upstairs at the Water Street Market in New Paltz, 10 Main Street, Suite 327 New Paltz, NY 12561 in Ulster County.
From Bridge Creek: "Our Menu Ideas are some ideas you can use to create your own menu. Keep in mind these are just ideas - we make everything from scratch so the listed items can be altered to suit your requirements. And we have talented and versatile chefs who can prepare pretty much any dish you would like." restaurant review, website and more . . . | ||
Karma Road "Vegetarian" | 845-255-1099 | |
Karma Road, Organic Café, offering vegetarian deli, bakery, juice & smoothie bar, is located at 11 Main Street, New Paltz, NY 12561, Ulster County in the Hudson Valley.
From Karma Road: "Within the walls of 11 Main Street in the heart of the Village of New Paltz, Karma Road is a springboard of self improvement & a haven for provisions that nourish the soul as well as the body. We look forward to sharing the vision that we've developed with over 25 years of collective experience in healthy kitchens on Long Island & in Manhattan. Please put us in your plans & leave room for the worlds finest soups, salads, curries, stews, smoothies, juices and delectable desserts. We use organic ingredients, and work with several local farms, including as many in-season foods as possible. We welcome you to enjoy Karma Road as an empowering gathering place & a springboard for self-improvement. Looking forward to serving you." restaurant review, website and more . . . | ||
Main Course, "Farm-To-Table" | 845-255-2650 | |
Main Course, serving, Farm-To-Table cuisine, is located at 175 Main Street, New Paltz NY 12561, Ulster County in the Hudson Valley.
From Main Course: "Main Course, a leader in the sustainable food movement, uses small Hudson Valley purveyors to provide the freshest local organic produce, free range poultry, line caught fish and hormone free meats. With the bounty of the Hudson Valley as his inspiration, Chef Kazan creates unique, contemporary menus, reflecting the innovation and creativity that has become our hallmark." restaurant review, website and more . . . | ||
Main Street Bistro "Breakfast & Lunch" | 845-255-7766 | |
Main Street Bistro, serving breakfast and lunch, is located in the heart of downtown New Paltz, at 59 Main Street, 12561, Ulster County in the Hudson Valley. From the owner: "Main Street Bistro serves breakfast and lunch in a comfortable, casual atmosphere. We specialize in eclectic American and Vegetarian cuisine, but our varied menu features a wide range of dishes for every taste." restaurant review, website and more . . . | ||
Village TeaRoom "Restaurant & Bake Shop" | 845-255-3434 | |
The Village TeaRoom, Restaurant & Bake Shop, serving Traditional American cuisine, is located at 10 Plattekill Ave., New Paltz NY 12561, Ulster County in the Hudson Valley. The Village TeaRoom is a unique gathering place, serving breakfast, lunch, Afternoon Tea, tapas & dinner in the heart of the historic village of New Paltz. restaurant review, website and more . . . |
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Phoenicia Diner "Breakfast and Lunch" | 845-688-9957 | |
Phoenicia Diner, serving breakfast all day is located at 5681 Route 28 Phoenicia, NY 12464 in Ulster County.
From Phoenicia Diner: "Built in 1962 and moved to the Catskills in the early 80s, the Phoenicia Diner has a long history of serving customers who are drawn to the Catskill’s natural beauty. The prior owners nurtured the Diner and its customers for nearly 30 years. Current owner, Mike Cioffi, continues that tradition by offering residents, weekenders and visitors fresh food sourced from Catskills and Hudson Valley farms when available. Our menu is carefully crafted to offer traditional diner favorites, sometimes with a modern twist, using seasonal and local fresh ingredients." restaurant review, website and more . . . |
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Miss Lucy's Kitchen | 845-246-9240 | |
Miss Lucy's Kitchen, serving Farm-To-Table cuisine, is located at 90 Partition Street, Saugerties NY 12477, Ulster County in the Hudson River Valley. "All of our dairy, eggs, poultry and meats are local, all natural and hormone & antibiotic free".
From Miss Lucy's: "Welcome to Miss Lucy's Kitchen. We believe that in order to prepare great food it is essential to begin with great ingredients. We are committed to serving fresh, house made food using the finest produce from our local farmers. We have a seasonal market menu that changes daily. All of our eggs, dairy and poultry are local. We serve local, all natural and antibiotic free meats whenever possible. We serve sustainable seafood caught in an ecologically sound manner. Our pork products are smoked in house using local hardwoods. Fresh herbs, flowers and many vegetables are from our own garden. We make our own bread in house and bake it fresh daily. We do this because there is nothing better! All of our desserts, ice creams and sorbets are made from scratch. We are lucky to be here in the Hudson Valley and are inspired by the bounty that each season has to offer. restaurant review, website and more . . . |
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Global Palate | 845-384-6590 | |
Global Palate Restaurant, serving Farm-To-Table Eclectic cuisine, is located at 1746 Route 9W, West Park NY 12493, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley.
From Global Palate: "The Global Palate Restaurant is dedicated to using local and seasonal ingredients. Most of are vegetables are gardened locally from either our own garden, RSK or Maynard Farms. Our eggs are from our farm, which is located less than 5 miles from the restaurant. All our fish is wild and we keep a close eye on the Seafood Watch to make sure we are not using any overfished seafood. All our meats all-natural & local most are from Claude Osterhoudht in Stone ridge and our chicken and some pork is from Northwind Farm in Tivoli. Duck and Rabbits are from John Fazio Farms in Gardiner. So if you want to go green - go Global." restaurant review, website and more . . . |
All Woodstock Listings
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Bear Cafe | 845-679-5555 | |
Bear Cafe, serving New American cuisine, is located at 295 Tinker Street, Woodstock NY 12498, Ulster County in the Hudson Valley.
From Bear Café: "Located in the foothills of the Catskill mountains, the Bear Cafe has been a staple of the Woodstock/Bearsville community for over 40 years. We represent some of the finest artisanal qualities; not only in our food, but as well as the music that is performed at the theater. Names like Albert Grossman and Bob Dylan are frequently mentioned, for this was the place of their origin. Nestled in the valley between Ohayo and Overlook mountains, the Woodstock/Bearsville area has more than 150 years of musical and theatrical history that has formed the community of the surrounding towns." restaurant review, more . . . | ||
Bread Alone Woodstock "Bakery and Coffeeshop" | 845-679-2108 | |
Bread Alone Woodstock, an organic bakery and coffeeshop serving soups and sandwiches, is located at 22 Mill Hill Road, Woodstock NY 12498 in Ulster County.
From Bread Alone: "Nestled below Overlook Mountain with its tangle of hiking trails and look-out points, the town proper is known as much for the 1969 Festival that bears its name as it is for the arts colony that first birthed the tiny shops and galleries at the beginning of the last century. Our café serves as a crossroads of many kinds, and in some ways personifies Woodstock and its present laid back eclectic culture. With our organic, whole-grain bread speaking to the "back to the land" folks in the 70s, we might still be crunchy to some with our fiber-rich loaves, but with the continued perfection of our exceptional espresso, paninis and french macarons we are happy to be part of the evolution of Woodstock's palate. restaurant review, website and more . . . | ||
Garden Cafe On the Green "Organic Vegetarian" | 845-679-3600 | |
Garden Cafe On the Green, serving Organic Vegetarian food, is located at 6 Old Forge Road, Woodstock NY 12498, Ulster County in the Hudson Valley.
From Garden Café: Why Organic? Quality and passion are the guiding principals of the food at the Garden Cafe on the Green. All of our ingredients are as pure, organic and natural as possible. The menu is created from the simplest ingredients . . . whole grains, beans, soy foods, fruits and vegetables, to which we add inspiration and creativity. Our wish is to bring food to the table that will support our personal, community, and global health, as well as our local farmers and producers. To that end, we use no animal products, preservatives, chemicals, trans-fats, or genetically engineered food. All of our food is carefully and conscientiously made from scratch to provide delicious, nourishing, and balanced meals served in a warm and friendly way." restaurant review, website and more . . . | ||
Joshua's Cafe | 845-679-5533 | |
Joshua's Cafe, serving health food and Middle Eastern specialties, is located at 51 Tinker Street, Woodstock NY 12498 in Ulster County.
From Joshua's Cafe: "Celebrating its 43rd year in Woodstock, Joshua's Café and Restaurant is owned by Chef Stefanie Schachter. She took over in 1992 as Joshua Café's second generation chef. restaurant review, website and more . . . |
More Hudson Valley Healthy Food Options |
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Albany County [10 listings over 5 locations]
Columbia County [4 listings over 2 locations]
Dutchess County [17 listings over 10 locations]
Greene County [1 listing over 1 location]
Orange County [12 listings over 8 locations]
Putnam County [7 listings over 4 locations]
Rensselaer County [2 listings over 1 location]
Rockland County [13 listings over 6 locations]
Westchester County [76 listings over 35 locations]
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Restaurants serving Local, Organic, and Natural Ingredients
Restaurants serving Natural Food
Many restaurants in the Hudson Valley of New York offer food prepared with local ingredients supplied by local farms in Putnam, Dutchess, Ulster, and Columbia County. Taste the difference. A meal prepared with natural and local ingredients tastes fresh and delicious. Natural foods taste good and are good for you. Restaurants serving natural and healthy food options include:
Restaurants in Columbia County Restaurants in Dutchess County Restaurants in Orange County, NY Restaurants in Putnam County, NY Restaurants in Rockland County, NY Restaurants in Ulster County, NY Restaurants in Westchester County
Trans-Fats and Hydrogenated Oils
FDA Labeling Requirements
FDA has required that saturated fat and dietary cholesterol be listed on the food label since 1993. By adding Trans Fat on the Nutrition Facts panel (required by January 1, 2006), consumers now know for the first time how much of all three: saturated fat, Trans Fat, and cholesterol, are in the foods they choose. Identifying saturated fat, Trans Fat, and cholesterol on the food label gives consumers information to make heart-healthy food choices that help them reduce their risk of coronary heart disease. This revised label, which includes information on Trans Fat as well as saturated fat and cholesterol, will be of particular interest to people concerned about high blood cholesterol and heart disease. However, all Americans should be aware of the risk posed by consuming too much saturated fat, Trans Fat, and cholesterol.
What is Trans Fat?
Why are Trans-Fats bad for you? Trans Fat is made when manufacturers add hydrogen to vegetable oil, a process called hydrogenation. Hydrogenation increases the shelf life and flavor stability of foods containing these fats.
The stiffer and harder fats are, the more they clog up your arteries. Over time, they can "clog the pipes" that feed the heart and brain, which can lead to heart attack or stroke risk. Trans-Fats increase your risk of heart disease. Trans-Fats cause significant and serious lowering of HDL (good) cholesterol and a significant and serious increase in LDL (bad) cholesterol; make the arteries more rigid; cause major clogging of arteries; cause insulin resistance; cause or contribute to type 2 diabetes; and cause or contribute to other serious health problems.
Why are Trans Fatty Acids put into so many food products?
Are Trans-Fats bad for kids?
How can I keep my family healthy?
If you do not bring junk food into your kitchen, your children will not eat it! Don't buy products that will harm your family's health. Although you cannot control what older kids eat outside, you can create a "healthy" kitchen in your own home as a basis for good "healthful" eating in and out of the home.
Healthy Foods to Eat
Vegetables - dark green leafy, cabbage, broccoli, kale . . . Fresh Fruit - apples, berries, melon . . . Whole and cracked grains Pasta made from wheat Beans and Legumes Healthy Fats
Nuts (walnuts) Seeds (pumpkin) Flaxseeds (sprinkle over oatmeal, yogurt, or a healthy cereal)
Wild Alaskan Salmon canned (great on a sandwich) Wild Alaskan Salmon (whole) Lean Turkey (organic) Lean Chicken (organic) Eggs Ice pops (Kids love ice pops made from "real" juice.) Water
Basic Food Pyramids
Although many variations of the food pyramid exist, most emphasize the following advice:
Mayoclinic, Nutrition and Healthy Eating Article on Trans-Fats and Hydrogenated Oils by Andy Spano, Westchester County Executive, 2008 |