The N.Y.S. Canal Systems is the official name of the state run network of canals. Formerly known as…read morethe "Barge Canal" it was at one point the aquatic highway that drove the upstate economy. I live near one of the components of the system known as the Erie Canal.

I've always believed that there are many artists whether Actors, Artists,Singers, etc., that are…read morenever discovered but continue to do their work with great pride. And right here in Rochester are many. Graffiti and Murals have always been one of my favorite joys in photography. I've done 2 videos on Graffiti and Murals in the city. One was by Black artists in the city, the other was by Spanish artists. Rochester has many great "unknown" artists!

Rochester has a ton of cool wall art/graffiti/street art. The one I specifically saw was in the…read morealley way left of Roll'n'Yen Thai Rolled Ice Cream on South Avenue (no idea if this is part of the Wall Therapy project but it was great to look at and looked to be in this realm of art). I love cities that proudly display art with very powerful and bold statements. They are beautiful and fun to look at and make a destination a little more memorable. Graffiti can sometimes be seen as vandalism or a nuisance but it's hard to deny how wonderful it is when it is objectively obvious that the artist who created it has unique talent (vs. a random scribble on the wall that look like it took 2-seconds to do).

The Rochester abandoned Subway was once the Rochester Industrial and Rapid Transit Railway or the…read moreRSB. You can still find some tokens around, they were used for a one way ride. The light rail transit line operated from 1927-1956. It was mostly constructed from the bed of the old Erie Canal. Two miles of the route through downtown was constructed in the cut and cover tunnel that became broad street and was the only underground portion of the tunnel. The above portion is now 490 and 590 interstate. Today, the underground section that is abandoned has become an area for homeless to take cover, a place to explore and a canvas for local graffiti artists. The city officials have made numerous proposals for repurposing the tunnel from filling it in to restoring and creating a transportation museum. I always enjoy seeing the area that was once a common way to commute, that now smells like urine :)

What a surprise, awesome market. Was floored by the variety, its better than the santa monica…read morefarmers market for produce variety, and prepared foods. Never seen so many varieties of chile peppers. This was a very impressive market indeed, not to be missed. Was there in the early fall, im sure summer is even better!

Love all the sights smells and tastes of the market! Always gotta visit our favorites- like this…read morelace- Flour City Coffee Co. fresh coffee and super friendly!

Home town of the Pen Fields Five. Oh wait…read more If you ever come up on a field full of pens you may be here. It's a really nice rural butt suburban area to the east of Rochester. I meant to say "but" but my phone decided it prefers the word "butt." It takes after Daddy. Really though, Penfield is one of my favorite parts of the region. And one of my favorite people in the region looks here. I meant to say "lives" but "looks" is accurate too. Hottie. Actually two of them. One of them is a Yelper. Hi bae. There aren't too many good food options around here. For that you should go down to Henrietta. But there are lots of cute girls and a really good YMCA. And some nice Farms. But not Funny Farms. Just because I grew up on one doesn't mean I go looking for them.

Update: Bay Vista Taqueria is the food truck…read more Fun last Wednesday of the season 9/25 food truck rodeo Music was a little loud for my liking. They could've used a few less speakers to project the noise. Wide variety of food trucks-30-40. The service at the truck I chose was fairly priced and delicious If I remember the name, I will edit my review.

Sammies -n- Sweets food truck from Spencerport, NY is AMAZING! We enjoyed their fare at a local…read moreNativity Night in Caledonia. The service was prompt and piping hot on a very cold night. We had combo #3 which included a red osier beef sandwich, Mac salad, drink and dessert. The beef on weck was served perfectly roasted with juicy meat and a delicious roll. The carrot cake was rich with a creamy cream cheese frosting! I'll definitely be following them to see where they pop up next!

Liberty Pole is an ever changing Rochester landmark and piece of public art. I was just doing some…read morereading about the Liberty Pole on the Landmark Society's website and didn't know it was built by the same guy who did the mushroom house in Perinton: https://www.landmarksociety.org/liberty-pole/ This is a great meeting spot for the city in a central location, flanked by gorgeous and historical buildings. Watching this part of town develop over time has been and will continue to be something to behold. Stop by if you're visiting!

Liberty Pole Plaza is a downtown feature that holds holiday memories for many Rochestarians. During…read morethe holiday season, the Liberty Pole twinkles at an annual "tree-lighting" ceremony. In the warmer months, the plaza is a great spot to sit and enjoy lunch from a nearby vendor during the workday. Liberty Pole Plaza is also the home to concerts and other gatherings. After the war, poles were erected in communities to commemorate those struggles and celebrate patriotic pride. Rochester's first Liberty Pole was built on this same spot in 1846. When it was destroyed in a storm, the new one went up in 1860, standing proudly at 102 feet tall with a large wooden ball and weather vane.

I've heard so much about Capone's sandwiches on social media. I had to stop in and try one…read more The restaurant is small but tables are available for dining in. They also have drink coolers available with a wide variety to choose from. The woman who took our order was very nice. The ordering process was quick and simple. Sandwiches were ready within 10 minutes. Absolutely loved my sub! I ordered a large vodka parmesan sub with house made pesto drizzle. I enjoyed the crusty bread and sauce flavors. My husband ordered a cold sub and was happy with how stacked it was. He also said the house made Italian dressing was delicious. The sandwich was perfect and I can see Capone's being my new sub go to. The sub was around 19 with tax which is a little pricey to me, but the quality was excellent. I was interested in pizza but didn't like seeing the pizza slices just sitting out in the open. They are not covered or in any type of casing. I don't like the idea of slices just sitting out like that exposed to the atmosphere. Will have to order a freshly made pie to try.

Capone's Italian Eatery seriously impressed us from start to finish. We ordered the Canzone, and it…read morewas absolutely perfect--stuffed with a great variety of meats and fresh cheese, with just the right amount of dough so it wasn't overwhelming or heavy. You can really tell the ingredients are high quality and made with care. We also tried several subs, including the buffalo chicken, meatball sub, and the vodka chicken parm sub, and every single one was fantastic. The flavors were bold, the sauces were spot on, and the portions were very generous. Nothing tasted rushed or thrown together--everything was hot, fresh, and full of flavor. The dining area is a bit small, but it has a cozy feel, and honestly, the food is the real star here. If you're looking for amazing Italian comfort food done right, Capone's is definitely worth a visit. We'll absolutely be coming back again.

Really should post a menu for the price tag. If 1 of the four places only has a seafood option, and…read moreyou have allergies. It makes the $80 a very steep price to pay.

I spent a beautiful afternoon in Pittsford on a wonderful tour! I don't want to give away all the…read moresecrets, but we had burgers, fried green tomatoes, drinks and cupcakes to name a few! It was amazing! Our tour guide Terri was so knowledgeable and fun that I am looking forward to my next tour this spring! It is a rain or shine walking tour, so be ready a lovely fun stroll through town!

We participated to the City Walk of the Neighborhood of the Arts tonight. Amy Riposo was our…read moretour guide and she lined up an excellent list of establishments for us to visit. This was a fantastic event. We visited @Edibles, @Nosh and @ThreeHeads brewery. All three were exceptional and the food was fantastic. At Edibles we had pasta along with tater tots with chipotle sauce. At Nosh we had pizza, Korean fried chicken wings and Tuna Noshos. At Three Heads we were treated to @KissMeCookie cookies filled with alcohol infused frosting. We were also treated to a farm stand out on by @HuberHatchery who treated us with a sale of fresh farm eggs. I highly recommend you visit all of these establishments.

Neat-o way to see and sample some of the city. It's truly a sample so you might want to eat before…read moreor plan to after. It's put on by Rochester A List and Roc-connisseur. Get ready to have you picture taken for social media, you can decline if you like.