Welcome to the Hudson River Valley food and wine world! After the magazine has teased and tempted your palate and taste buds, come visit! You'll find yourself returning again and again to the Hudson River Valley region, as we have much to explore. With an abundance of historic landmarks, restaurants, festivals and natural scenic beauty, the Hudson River Valley is the ideal place for day trips or longer getaways. Award-winning vintages and spectacular scenery await your visit!

From the majestic mountains, lakes and towns to the pastoral farmlands and vineyards, New York State truly has it all. The Hudson River Valley region is just 90 minutes from New York City and three hours from Boston making it easily accessible by car, train, or bus. When you are ready to visit, check our website for more information: www.travelhudsonvalley.com. With stunning views, the Hudson River has been designated as one of 14 "America's Heritage Rivers"; it is not surprising the entire region is a National Heritage Area.

The Hudson River Valley is the oldest wine-producing region in the United States and the grape and wine industry is New York State's fastest growing segment of the agricultural and tourism sectors. The magazine will bring you into the lives of the region's vintners and winery owners and their delicious products.

The small, individual- and family-owned farms and vineyards located throughout the heart of the Hudson River Valley are a sight to behold. Breathe the fresh country air as you take in the lush farmscapes, rolling hills and horse farms, scenic river valley views and wide open space. Visit a farm and learn how to make handcrafted cheese, tap a tree for maple syrup, taste farm-fresh milk, visit the sheep that produce the finest wool, explore a corn maze, or pick seasonal fruits, berries, vegetables and more. In addition to preserving the local landscape and providing great-tasting food and beverages, our farms play an important role in supporting the local economy. Once known as the "bread basket of New York," our region has a rich, agriculture-based heritage that continues today.

If tasting is believing, then the possibilities are endless. Start the day with a hearty, homemade breakfast served as part of your overnight stay at a quaint bed & breakfast. Sample the best of nature's bounty at one of our many farm stands or farmers markets. Take part in a wine tasting and tour. And don't forget to enjoy mouth-watering culinary creations at our restaurants that incorporate fresh, local ingredients into their dishes.

You also can shop 'till you drop in the Hudson Valley. For a taste of "culture" with your agriculture, visit our specialty shops which offer an array of artisanal foods, paintings, pottery, yarn and more that's inspired by our breath-taking farms and fields. Food and wine connoisseurs will especially appreciate the numerous farmers markets, award-winning restaurants and wineries found along the Dutchess Wine Trail or the Shawangunk Wine Trail.

For outdoor enthusiasts, a wealth of activities beckons. Spend the day hiking or biking, or fishing on the Hudson River itself. Try skeet shooting or get out your clubs to play championship golf.

So all you need to do is follow the river and wine your way through the Hudson Valley. We look forward to your visit(s)!