dining

We take for granted the basic items that have become our every day. The alarm clock buzzing in the morning to wake us up, the running water for our shower, the hot water heater to allow that water not to be freezing cold, the coffee pot brewing our caffeine, the engine that starts our cars, even the wheels that roll it to our destination.

Let me first say that I think it's awesome that there are a bunch of restaurants in the 518 that accept our furry friends to dine with us. Unfortunately, I can't participate because my dog, Freddie, isn't the kind of dog that would sit nicely at a restaurant. Although I did find a ton of restaurants that accept the well behaved kind.

The other day I asked my friends on Facebook for their opinion on romantic places to eat on Valentine's Day. As usual there were no shortage of suggestions and while there were more than 40 comments I tried to narrow the field down to 10. The suggestion I got the most was a home cooked meal right in your home and to tell you the truth I can't deny that is a great idea...

Where’s the best place for outdoor dinging in the Capital Region of New York?

A Canadian family went out to eat for Mother's Day and received their bill for their meal, only to find a $5 discount for "WELL-BEHAVED KIDS" on its own itemized line. The family was pleased and a reddit thread followed. We discussed this idea on "The Sean and Richie Show" this morning: should restaurants give discounts to families with well-behaved kids...