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Maren Hollis

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Maren Hollis investigates various establishments in New York, New Jersey, and Vermont for Restaurantor and puts emphasis on establishments that deserve second visits from customers. Her subjects of investigation can be busy New York restaurants or simple cafes, local neighborhood bakeries, or privately owned eateries. She tries to help the reader choose the restaurant that is really worth visiting rather than a popular place at the moment.

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Browse restaurant guides, dining recommendations, and local food stories researched and written by Maren Hollis.

33 guides

Best restaurants in Syracuse, New York that serve local specialties, Italian cuisine, barbecue, seafood, brunch, and international food
Updated Oct 24, 2026 5 min read

Syracuse, New York

The Salt City becomes much more interesting when you dig past the obvious places. The day can start…

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Top restaurants in Ithaca, NY, in the Commons area, Cornell University, and Cayuga Lake
Updated Oct 24, 2026 5 min read

Ithaca, New York

The dining experience in Ithaca is not quite the same as the one you would expect when coming…

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Top Hudson, NY, restaurants along Warren Street featuring local and Hudson Valley cuisine
Updated Oct 24, 2026 5 min read

Hudson, New York

This small river town has crafted a dining culture that is much larger than life. Its historic architecture,…

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Top restaurants in Albany, New York with downtown dining, local hot spots, Italian cuisine, and international flavors
Updated Oct 24, 2026 5 min read

Albany, New York

Albany, the capital of New York, offers an incredible variety of flavors for its small size. The dinner…

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Best Restaurants in Buffalo, New York
Updated Sep 20, 2026 12 min read

Buffalo, New York

The dining options in Buffalo go far beyond those that Buffalo is known for. From traditional tavern food…

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