There has been a lot of construction being done on the New York State Thruway Rest Areas and finally, we are starting to see some of the rest stops being completed. Although the first rest area is open, this is one of the smaller versions of what the other ones will look like. The Indian Castle rest area just 90 minutes west of Albany is beautiful with a Popeye's and Starbucks inside. It boasts a Starbucks drive-thru and a convenience store featuring a variety of New York state products.
A starter list of ten places to visit when coming through Syracuse, N.Y. Whether you are here for a day or a weekend, there is a lot to do in the "Salt City."
Head chef Masayoshi Takayama's appreciation for food started at a young age. He grew up working for his family’s fish market in a town of Tochigi Prefecture, Japan.