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A Look Inside G. Willikers’ Iconic Holiday Window Displays

Portrait by Shawn LaChapelle There is no shortage of ways to show love during the holiday season. After 37 years of owning G. Willikers Toys...

Saratoga’s Chefs are Going Private

Photography by Shawn Lachapelle  In movies and TV shows, both reality and fictional, the restaurant world is not without drama. In the real world, working...

Restaurateur Briana Lin Brings Omakase to Saratoga Springs

It’s become a common occurrence across Briana Lin’s six Capital Region restaurants: Regulars often ask her to order for them. Always striving to bring...

The Saratoga Buglers: Two Is Better Than One

Before the 2022 Saratoga racing meet, NYRA found itself in a bit of a predicament. About a week before opening day, legendary bugler Sam...

Michael Borisenok’s Silky Startup

For most young entrepreneurs, the manufacture of jockey silks—those brightly colored uniforms jockeys wear to indicate which owner they’re riding for in any given...

John Legend Joins the Philadelphia Orchestra at SPAC

This year’s program for Philadelphia Orchestra’s summer residency has again proven legendary—as in John Legend-ary. (Sorry, we couldn’t resist.)  Tickets have been selling fast for...

Natalie Moore Named Editor of Empire Media Network

Empire Media Network (EMN), the parent company of Saratoga Living, Capital Region Living, and Saratoga’s Best, announced this week that Director of Content Natalie...

Harness Driver Brett Beckwith Is on the Cusp of Stardom

Over the last year or so, Caitlin Clark has made women’s basketball front-page news, first as a member of the Iowa Hawkeyes, and now...

Jessica Leonard: Painting the Winner’s Circle

Life oftentimes comes full circle. That’s the case for Orange County–based painter Jessica Leonard, who grew up near Saratoga Springs and still comes back...

The Wild Horse Opening on Caroline Street

For the last few summers, Dango’s has been one of the hottest late-night bars in Saratoga, with the line to get in often stretching...

Joel Rosario: Making All The Right Moves

Joel Rosario will never forget his first visit to Saratoga Race Course. In August 2010, the young jockey arrived at the Spa to ride...

Seize the Grey’s Splashy Belmont Berth

It was exhilarating watching 17-1 longshot Dornoch win the Belmont Stakes in front of a sold-out crowd of 50,000, but leading up to the...

Why Cult Neighborhood Hangout Pint Sized Changed its M.O. and Rebranded as DIVE

August Rosa has seen a lot in the decade since he opened his first beer store/bar in Albany.  “We’re all sick of talking about the...

Five Horses To Watch at Saratoga This Summer

It’s understandable that the 3-year-old male horse division traditionally takes center stage at Saratoga Race Course. Following the Triple Crown series, the focus of...

Jesse Frohman’s ‘Equine Elegance’ Photography Exhibit Coming to The Adelphi Hotel

Experience the breathtaking beauty and spirited essence of horses through the lens of acclaimed photographer Jesse Frohman, whose latest exhibition, entitled "Equine Elegance," will...

Track Stars: James Rowe and James McLaughlin

In the rich history of the Belmont Stakes—the oldest of the American Triple Crown races—nobody has distinguished themselves in the legendary event quite like...

Trio of Chefs Elevating The Wine Bar’s Culinary Offerings

With a name like The Wine Bar, it’s not entirely surprising that a lot of Saratogians don’t know that the longtime Broadway establishment serves...

New York City Ballet Celebrates its 75th Anniversary With a Rousing Lineup at SPAC

New York City Ballet will hit the SPAC stage July 9-13 for its annual summer residency—and this year, the dancers’ arrival also marks an...

Sacred Saratoga’s On-site Spa Brings a New Level of Relaxation to Your Wedding Day

If there’s one thing most modern-day weddings are not, it’s relaxing. Between wrangling the florist, photographer, hair/makeup artists and venue, there’s not much time...

inti figgis-vizueta Takes up Residency at Opera Saratoga

Even though she’s never composed an opera before, that won’t stop award-winning, NYC composer inti figgis-vizueta from writing one—in a tight six-week window no...

Saratoga Hidden Horseshoes Returns for Second Summer

Sure, you can buy a Saratoga souvenir to commemorate this unique Belmont summer—but wouldn’t it be more fun to find one? Saratoga Hidden Horseshoes,...

Power Player: Dennis deJonghe

Dennis deJonghe still remembers when he and his wife, Peggy, first came to Saratoga Springs: They were on the craft fair circuit, traveling in...

Recharge and Replenish With IV Therapy

Here in the spa city, there’s no shortage of rejuvenating treatments for folks who want to look and feel their best. From chemical peels...

Ready, Set, Plan: 9 Local Wedding Vendors to Consider for Your Big Day

From makeup artists and dress shops to venues and photographers, these nine local wedding vendors are ready to help you craft the wedding of...

Best Foot Forward: ADK Foot Sanctuary Opens on Phila Street

Complex motivations are often what it takes for a potential small business owner to finally get that one great idea off the ground. Take...

Power Player: Mayor John Safford

When something of value has been lost, it’s instinctual to try your hardest to find it once again. For newly elected Saratoga Springs Mayor...

Seasons of Love: Becca & Chris’ Winter Wedding at The Adelphi Hotel

Photography by Dori Fitzpatrick Part of the beauty of upstate New York is that we have four distinct seasons: snowy winters, hopeful springs, sultry summers...

Seasons of Love: McKenna & Garrett’s Autumn Wedding at the Inn at Erlowest

Photography by Jessie Casey Part of the beauty of upstate New York is that we have four distinct seasons: snowy winters, hopeful springs, sultry summers...

Seasons of Love: Katherine & David’s Summer Wedding at Saratoga Race Course

Photography by Michelle Lange Part of the beauty of upstate New York is that we have four distinct seasons: snowy winters, hopeful springs, sultry summers...

Seasons of Love: Brianna & Justin’s Spring Wedding at June Farms

Photography by JP Elario Part of the beauty of upstate New York is that we have four distinct seasons: snowy winters, hopeful springs, sultry summers...

Last Days to Vote: Saratoga Businesses up for 2024 ‘Capital Region Living’ Bestie Awards

If you didn't already know this, Saratoga Living is owned by Empire Media Network, the same parent company as Capital Region Living. In other...

TBT: Becoming The Saratoga Santa

Twenty-five years ago this year, Fred Clark’s wife, Carol, saw an ad in the newspaper announcing that Hewitt’s Garden Center was in need of...

Panel: Home for the Holidays

In our most recent issue, we asked five Saratogians four questions each about how they're wrapping up 2023. Here are their answers: JR Michael What’s your...

‘Saratoga Living’ Joins Forces With New Local Podcast ‘Seriously Catherine’

Palette Community founder and CEO Catherine Hover has never been afraid to try new things. And this time, she invited Saratoga Living to join...

Scenes From the 5th Annual Capital Region Gives Back

Photography by Hannah Kuznia / Hannah Lux Photography On Wednesday, December 6, Saratoga Living and Capital Region Living welcomed the 10 Capital Region Gives Back...

Scenes From The Coat Room’s Tiki Bar Pop-Up

Photography by Zach Skowronek It doesn't get much less "tiki" than upstate New York in December, but three local bartenders didn't let that stop them...

Scenes From the Wheat All About It Beer Release Party at Whitman Brewing

Photography by Zach Skowronek On Wednesday, Saratoga Living teamed up with Whitman Brewing to celebrate the release of collaboration beer Wheat All About It. Sponsored...

Barbara D’Alessio’s Call to Post

Barbara D’Alessio still remembers her first day on the job at the Washington Street post office in Saratoga Springs 10 years ago. “December 14...

Saratoga Living’s 2023 Holiday Gift Guide

Six Saratoga store owners put their minds together to compile the ultimate holiday shopping guide for everyone on your list. FOR HIM KERRY FAGAN, Owner of...

Scenes From the 3rd Annual Whiskey Night in Saratoga

This past Wednesday, Saratoga Living joined forces with First Fill Spirits to put on our third annual Whiskey Night in Saratoga tasting event at...

Tim Pink’s Pack Mentality

On a recent Wednesday morning, a small crowd gathered around the steps of Adirondack Trust Company on Broadway to watch Saratogian Tim Pink work his...

Capital Region Gives Back: Michele Jennings, Executive Director, H.O.P.E.

Michele Jennings has always known she’s a cat lady. After volunteering for her local SPCA in high school, Jennings worked for an animal rescue and...

Capital Region Gives Back: Humberto Chavez, Chaplain, New York Race Track Chaplaincy

The backstretch community—the stable workers who exercise, clean and care for the horses that race at Saratoga—are often called the backbone of the racing...

Capital Region Gives Back: Isabelle Franco, Volunteer Actor, Home Made Theater

Isabelle Franco has experienced the power of the performing arts firsthand. And she wants to make sure the next generation reaps the same benefits. Earlier...

Capital Region Gives Back: Mary Beth McGarrahan, Development Director, Franklin Community Center

In a city where homes regularly sell for more than $1 million and luxury condos seem to be sprouting up like weeds, it’s easy...

Capital Region Gives Back: Tom Politi, Architect, Veteran’s Time to Thrive

In 2019, a group of friends got together with the idea to develop an affordable housing project for veterans and active military personnel and...

Scenes From Single in Saratoga: Cuffing Season Edition

On Wednesday, October 11, Saratoga Living teamed up with Bailey's and Deep Eddy Vodka to bring back its popular Single in Saratoga series. Check...

‘Saratoga Living’ to Host Racing Season Party With Acacia Clement

Mark your calendars, Saratoga racing fans! Saratoga Living is teaming up with NYRA analyst and Racing for Home founder Acacia Clement—our most recent cover...

Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation and the Art of Caring

Photo by Patty Wolfe Meaningful change comes to fruition only after a person chooses to care. For the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation (TRF)—the oldest and largest...

The Resurgence of Javier Castellano

Just in case anyone had forgotten, Javier Castellano served some notice this spring that he remains a force to be reckoned with on the...

Acacia Clement: For the Love of Horses

Photography by Dori Fitzpatrick Horses have been a fundamental part of Acacia Clement’s life since before she can remember. But one childhood memory she does...

Saratoga Artist Nick Martinez Unveils 2023 Painting ‘The Wilson Chute’

While it may look like Nick Martinez’s yearly paintings of Saratoga Race Course are “just” a collection of eye-catching scenes from the track, there’s...

Frank Mirahmadi, Saratoga’s New Track Announcer, is Answering the Call

Photography by Scarlett Pinkey Before he was 10, renowned track announcer Frank Mirahmadi was already hooked on the Sport of Kings. “That’s all I wanted...

The Horse, Trainer and Jockey to Watch at Saratoga Race Course This Season

Photo by Alex Zhang Horse To Watch: Cody’s Wish Cody’s Wish is arguably the best racehorse in America right now. A 5-year-old bred and owned by...

The Coat Room, Saratoga’s First Speakeasy, Opens on Broadway

Photography by Rachel Lanzi/The Content Agency You’ve probably heard whispers throughout town about The Coat Room, a new speakeasy-style bar and restaurant that was rumored...

Fashion: It Was All Yellow

Photography by Dori Fitzpatrick Who ever said florals were just for spring? Broadway’s Yellow Boutique is riding that flower power all the way into the...

Carl Nafzger: From Ring to Race Course

It’s not every day that you see a professional athlete retire from one sport and find success in an entirely different one. But former...

1998 to Now: How Saratoga Springs Has Changed in the Last 25 Years

The students of Skidmore College in the late 1990s certainly weren’t thinking about it when they went out for drinks at One Caroline Bistro...

Haute Property: In Horse Heaven

Photography by Marc Jacobs Why bet on a winning racehorse when you can raise one? Those in the market for a high-end horse farm should...

Interior Designer Lee Owens Makes a Case for the Blues

Photography by Elizabeth Haynes When Lee Owens met with future clients Steve Soucy and Tom Becktold over Zoom and saw their Palm Springs home in...

Saratoga Arms Hotel & Chianti Il Ristorante Celebrate 25 Years in Business

Amy Smith Owner, Saratoga Arms Hotel What’s the secret to running a successful business for 25 years? Without a doubt, it’s having great people on our team....

The 25 Greatest Saratoga Racing Moments From The Last 25 Years

1998 Jockey John Velazquez (above) and trainer Todd Pletcher each win their first Saratoga titles with 31 and 20 wins, respectively. 2000 City Zip becomes...

Meet Mary Birnbaum, Opera Saratoga’s New General and Artistic Director

Photography by Dori Fitzpatrick Mary Birnbaum has been busy. Opera Saratoga’s new general and artistic director could have coasted for a bit after starting her...

West Ave Pizza’s Mario Cardenas Wants to Cater Your Saratoga Summer

Photography by Konrad Odhiambo When Mario Cardenas took over West Ave Pizza in 2021, he already had a rabid following, thanks to two decades at...

Opera Saratoga Presents Free, Family-friendly Productions of ‘The Selfish Giant’

In a world of too much screen time and dwindling fine and performing arts programs within schools, children will have access to an enchanting...

SPAC’s 2023 Classical Season Packs a Punch

Photography by Erin Baiano It’s not summer in Saratoga until the strains of classical music start pouring out of Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC). Ballet...

Kindred, a New Wine Bar by the Owners of Henry Street Taproom, Coming to Downtown Saratoga

Photography by Francesco D’Amico When people hear the term “wine bar,” their minds usually go right to having to pore through a bible-sized list of...

The Saratoga 25

Photography by Rachel Lanzi/The Content Agency In honor of Saratoga Living's silver anniversary, we selected 25 people who have made Saratoga what it is and...

The Dog Days of Summer

Presented by Saratoga Honda Saratoga is the summer place to be—for more than just humans! Meet a handful of the four-legged friends who call the...

Remember When: Saratoga Memories From the Last 25 Years

When a local magazine has a birthday, it's really the stories at the heart of its community that are being celebrated. So, to toast...

The Saratoga 20: Where Are They Now?

In 2018, we honored a tireless group of 20 Saratogians doing amazing things to celebrate Saratoga Living's 20th anniversary. Five years and a global...

Track Star: James Rowe

When he was a mere lad weighing all of 95 pounds at the tender age of 14, James Rowe was widely considered the premier...

A Historic Chicken Coop Becomes a Modern Marvel

Move over, victorian mansions: The Spa City has a new architectural aesthetic that’s on full display at 499 Union Avenue. Nestled within the city’s...

Scenes From Cocktails & Clairvoyance With Christine Seebold-Walrath

On Wednesday, May 10, Saratoga Living teamed up with intuitive medium Christine Seebold-Walrath to present our third annual Cocktails & Clairvoyance medium reading at...

TBT: Hannah’s House

In 2016, Darien Rozell moved into a blue house on six acres in Greenfield Center—a property she has since dubbed Pantry Hill—with plans to...

On Paper: Designer Eteannette Seymour Expounds the Big Business of Bold Wallpaper

From the window to the walls, Eteannette Seymour loves this Glenmont dining room. “One of the most undervalued interior design elements is window treatments,” says...

Shaken & Stirred: UPH’s Celebrity Bartender Event Returns

It's back, Saratoga. After a three-year hiatus, during which the much anticipated Universal Preservation Hall opened its doors, UPH's Shaken & Stirred celebrity bartender...

Inside the Wilton Home Featured in a Coffee Table Book on Country Living

Bethany Bowyer Khan has been slowly curating her country-chic dream home for the past two years, after moving to Saratoga County from Brooklyn (by...

Panel: Local Builders Bob Marini and Peter Belmonte

Bob Marini CEO, Marini Homes Biggest home design trend you’re seeing in 2023? In the wake of the cost escalations of 2022 and much higher interest rates,...

Motif Home Gallery Springs Forward

Ever since it opened at 18 Division Street in November 2022, Motif Home Gallery has been more than a furniture store. And now more...

Designer Kathleen Rourke Gears up for Her Second Saratoga Summer

Albany-born fashion designer Kathleen Rourke, owner and designer at Kathleen Maeve,  always dreamed of being a business owner but didn’t know what kind of...

Scenes From the 2nd Annual Overdress to Impress

On Thursday, March 23, Saratoga Living hosted Overdress to Impress, a fashion-forward event presented by Keeler Motor Car Company with co-sponsors California Closets and N. Fox...

The Philip Schuyler Legacy

The cast and crew of Hamilton are currently in the Capital Region for a 16-show run at Proctors that began March 14, and brought...

Power Player: The Future of Sustainability

To say Kelsey Trudell was hired in the thick of her industry’s busy season would be an understatement. No, she’s not a CPA facing...

Night Work Bread Opens Bakery in Ballston Spa

When Covid hit and Leigh Rathner’s job as a cameraman in Hollywood was put on hold, he used his newfound downtime to reassess his...

Exclusive: Behind the Scenes With Owen Wilson

Late-April 2021, and the setting in Saratoga was all about perspective. If you were part of a certain film crew working with Hollywood heavyweight...

How to Dress Like a Local

Apparel brands that pay homage to a particular place aren’t necessarily a new phenomenon—Straight Outta Compton shirts, Keep Portland Weird! buttons and OBX bumper...

Designs for the World’s Largest Electric Airplane Take Flight in Malta

Of all the goals people hope to achieve in celebration of their 40th birthdays, Jeff Engler’s is a unique one. The Wright Electric CEO—whose...

Spring Ahead at Lucia Boutique

With warmer weather around the corner, it’s time to swap that black turtleneck you’ve been wearing all winter for some colorful and fun styles...

Saratoga Living After Hours

Sometime around February 2022, saratogaliving.com's day-to-day news coverage ceased. You can still read all the articles from each print edition of Saratoga Living here, but...

Overdress to Impress Returns to Salt & Char March 23

Start planning your outfits now, Saratoga. Overdress to Impress, presented by Keeler Motor Car Company with cosponsors N. Fox Jewelers and California Closets, is back and better than ever. Missed last year's inaugural...

Track Star: Richard T. Wilson, Jr.

In every story—horse racing or otherwise—there’s a hero and there’s a villain. In this story, the hero is Richard T. Wilson, Jr., who led...

The Saratoga Winter Club Is Up To Speed

Maxine Lautenberg spends most of her days around the ice. With slate gray hair and thick-rimmed glasses, she exudes a coolness and poise that...

Haute Property: Phinney Design Group’s Mansion Makeover

As an architect, Michael Phinney spends a lot of his time working on new, state-of-the-art buildings that utilize the latest and greatest sustainable building...

Tile Points: Moroccan Zellige Tile Takes Center Stage

The silver lining to finding mold beneath the tiles in your shower? It’s the perfect excuse for a bathroom remodel! Just ask Diane Meyer,...

Saratoga County Skating Rink Roll Call

1. Saratoga Spa State Park The Spa Park rules the winter with two outdoor ice rinks so beloved that as soon as the holidays pass, dozens...

Scenes From Single in Saratoga: Valentine’s Day Edition

Last Thursday, Saratoga Living once again teamed up with Deep Eddy Vodka to host a one-of-a-kind singles event at Bailey's. Singles and wingmen and women of...

Uncommon Grounds Coffee Roaster Josh Clark Is Saratoga’s MVP

If there’s one person who could claim responsibility for the collective productivity of Saratoga Springs as a whole, it’s Josh Clark. If you don’t...

Fort William Henry Renovating Historic Carriage House

Lake George–loving brides have a new reason to say “I do” on the shores of our Queen of American Lakes: Weddings are now being...

Mix It Up: Saratoga’s Coziest Winter Cocktails

There’s no at better way to warm up one’s belly than by bellying up to the bar—so get out of the house and hit...

Lake George Ice Castles Return This Winter

If you missed your chance to channel your inner Elsa at last year’s Lake George Ice Castles, you don’t have to let it go:...

In Conversation: Carly and Cate Tell It Straight

Saratoga still has a bit of a reputation for having a certain resistance and reluctance to change, although two years of forced pivots during...

Bread Basket Bakery Unveils Dedicated Cake Shop

Saratoga’s Bread Basket Bakery has been much in the news in recent years: First, in 2020, it was purchased by Ed and Lisa Mitzen...

Outfit Your New Year at Irene Leigh and iRun Local

Whether your New Year’s resolution is to get back to the gym, take a daily walk around town to clear your head, or spend...

“I Do!” 2023: From Saratoga, With Love

When Ali and Ryan Finley, Manhattanites who recently relocated to Dallas, decided to have their June 2022 wedding in Saratoga Springs, Ali had a...

Artisanal Brew Works Unveils Casual Comfort Food Menu

Even in the bitter winter, nothing goes better with a cold beer than some salty, spicy pub fare. “Tell me about it,” says Colin...

“I Do!” 2023: Golden Hour

When Trinity Mouzon Wofford and Issey Kobori, cofounders of beauty/wellness/superfood brand Golde, graced the cover of Saratoga Living in the summer of 2021, they’d...

“I Do!” 2023: Lucky 13

When Maggie Doherty called her real estate agent father in Saratoga and said simply, “It’s time,” Dad swiftly went to work with palpable excitement. Doherty and...

#TBT: Marylou Memories

In March 1985, I got it in my head that the reigning queen of Saratoga Springs society, Mrs. Cornelius Vanderbilt “Marylou” Whitney, was about...

Haute Property: Trojanski Builders’ Secluded Saratoga Mansion

The dream of living in a mansion in the woods while still within Saratoga Springs city limits isn’t just a fantasy. For a cool...

Horse for the Course: Exterminator

From its inaugural running in 1865 through its final edition in 1955, the Saratoga Cup was one of the most prestigious Thoroughbred races in...

Inn With The Old: The Inn at Saratoga Celebrates 180 years

If you’re an old soul or history buff who dreams of turning back the clock to escape to another century, walking through the doors...

A Toast to Timelessness at Frivolous Boutique

This December 31, Saratoga will ring in a new year with a new (two-day) festival—so why not celebrate with a new look (or two!)?...

Meet the Man Behind Saratoga’s New Year’s Fest

When Saratoga First Night was canceled in 2020, it was a blow to Saratoga’s morale but, given the pandemic, was to be expected. When...

Capital Region Gives Back Raises More Than $14,000 for Charities and Nonprofits

It wouldn't be the holiday season in Saratoga without Capital Region Gives Back, our fourth annual event that highlights 10 local do-gooders and raises...

Scenes From Single in Saratoga: Ugly Sweater Edition

Ugly sweaters weren't the only things making local singles hot this past Thursday at Bailey's. After a successful first event in October, Saratoga Living...

Get Tickets: 4th Annual Capital Region Gives Back

Capital Region Gives Back is back! Here's how it works: 1. Read up on the 10 impressive honorees (five from Saratoga and five from the greater...

Your 2022 Holiday Book List

Picture Book: That’s Not Dasher, That’s My Dog! By Adalyn & McKenna Vidoni Need a funny Christmas story to tell around the tree? Grab a copy of...

Scenes From the 2nd Annual Whiskey Night in Saratoga

For the second year in a row, Saratoga Living teamed up with Washington Street whiskey shop First Fill Spirits to host a one-of-a-kind tasting...

How SIX Marketing’s Do Good Grant Makes a Difference

We’d like to think all nonprofits have an equal chance of getting funding and being able to continue their noble work. But, like the...
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