The Culinary Institute of America – Hyde Park
World-renowned culinary school offering tours, which gives a behind-the-scenes look at hands-on classrooms and magnificent Hudson River views from campus. Multi-day bootcamp courses and one-day cooking enthusiast classes are also offered.

The Roundhouse – Beacon
Farm-inspired restaurant with a spacious dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows and stunning waterfall views.

The Amsterdam – Rhinebeck
Located in the heart of the village of Rhinebeck this farm-to-table dining experience serving up seasonal dishes in a city-meets-country space. This restaurant is a favorite that has been named Best New Restaurant.

Essie's Restaurant – Poughkeepsie
The chef offers dishes made with local seasonal ingredients and inspired by global flavors and his family roots from the Caribbean and American South.