Spring Break without the spring
While many of his friends may come back with burns from sitting on a hot sunny beach, humor columnist Josh Feinblatt spent his Spring Break getting windburn from shoveling. Read more »
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Irish community at St. Patrick's Church thrives despite decline in Catholic population
The St. Patrick's Church community is growing and defying recent trends in Catholic church membership through their strong Irish roots. Read more »
Top 5 TV episodes about St. Paddy’s Day
In anticipation of St. Patrick’s Day, TV columnist Malvika Randive talks about the 5 TV episodes which you should watch to prepare for the holiday. Read more »
Forget green eggs and ham. Drink this green beer, fam.
Beer-drinkers gathered last weekend on Tipperary hill for a colorful event: Green Beer Sunday Read more »
The green line on Nancy Duffy Lane is there for a reason
Mayor Stephanie Miner, also this year’s Grand High Marshal of the parade, will continue the green stripe tradition on Nancy Duffy Lane. Read more »
Take a look into the neighborhood many Syracuse citizens of Irish descent call home
Tipperary Hill has been Irish since the early 1800s, and its residents and former residents take immense pride in that. The area — and all it's quirks — is a part of them. Read more »
Runners were seeing green during the 12th annual Shamrock Run
The central New York Community gathered in Tipp Hill on Saturday to raise money for causes like hunger at the 12th annual Shamrock Run. Read more »
St. Patrick’s Parade Committee partnership with Food Bank highlights tight-knit community
The St. Patrick’s Parade Committee decided 11 years ago to give back to the community in the way that made the most sense: food insecurity. Read more »
Drinking and smoking pot may equal intelligence
Sex and Health columnist Renata Husted discusses drinking and smoking pot could really be linked to academic success. Read more »
10 things you could be doing in Syracuse this weekend
Looking to go out this weekend? Syracuse has a variety of things going on, from 1930s jazz to country hits and two new types of… Read more »
Golden Vidal Blanc Ice Wine is local and luxurious
Warm winters are not good for wine that needs frozen grapes to be made. From the Standing Stone winery in central New York, this ice wine is worth a try while supplies last. Read more »
This art class will bring the paints and the music, but you BYOB
Painting with a Twist allows guests leave the art studio with a masterpiece — and probably a little drunk. Read more »
Kombucha beer really is the perfect blend between the probiotic health drink and your favorite ale
Catch it at your local craft beer spot, Unity Vibration’s Kombucha beer is a funky, fruity drink that’s worth a try. Read more »
How to show your friend from home around SU
Friends from home seem to be coming up to visit around this time of year, and there’s a lot more to do than sitting in Wendy’s parking lots like at home. It’s time to show them around Syracuse. Read more »
Classic Cuban Mojito is light and refreshingly sweet
A bartender from El Floridita, a well-known Havana establishment, said the secret to a perfect mojito is in the execution. Read more »
Café Kubal grand opening will feature double the buzz with coffee infused beer
Grand opening of Café Kubal location will feature a collaboration with Empire Brewing Company. The local businesses partnered to create “Local Grind,” a scotch ale blended with coffee. Read more »
Grapes & Roses is a romantic Pisco cocktail sure to woo your Valentine
This Valentine’s Day, instead of going out to the local florist to pick up a bouquet of roses, head to the grocery store and pick… Read more »
For this club, the biggest football game this weekend wasn't the Super Bowl
One by one, individuals clad in red trickled into J. Ryan’s Pub. At 7:30 a.m., it was far too early to drink any of the… Read more »
Central New York Brewfest to hold 21st Beer Festival
With more than 250 different beers, the Central New York Brewfest will have plenty of options for beer-drinkers this weekend. Read more »
This Guinness Martini is the strongest martini you’ll ever drink
The mix of an American classic and an Irish staple is an unusual but intriguing drink. Read more »
Mix red wine and hot chocolate for a warm, rich drink
The ancient Aztecs are said to have mixed chocolate beverages with wine. Centuries later, this combination still has a tasty result. Read more »
An invitation for an end-of-the-year pool party
It's finally the end of the semester, and humor columnist Ian McCourt celebrates the only way he knows how: by hosting a pool party in the middle of Syracuse winter. Read more »
Thanksgiving Cosmo is sweet and refreshing with a ginger twist
As a great pair to heavy, hearty Thanksgiving Dinner food, Thirsty Thursday writer Monique Iuster prepared a ginger cosmo, perfectly fruity and refreshing. Read more »
What your alcohol choice says about your vote
The election is going to be rough, but luckily humor columnist Patty Terhune has a comprehensive list of what your drink of choice says about you. Read more »
