Restaurants, bars and clubs in the City of Rochester must be aware of the nuisance point system. Violations of most laws will also earn the owner nu...
Rochester’s technology unfazed by Kodak’s fall as small business show their flexibility
Rochester is feeling the impact of the Kodak bankruptcy. However, there are signs that the economy is recovering through small and midsized technology...
Applications subject to the 500’ rule – new convenience store regulations for the City of Rochester
Any establishment seeking a retail on-premises liquor license (not a beer and wine application) is subject to the 500’ rule, which stipulates that a...
Microdistilleries a growing trend in New York
Before 1920, distilleries were a prominent business in New York. Prohibition wiped out the industry, and the repeal of the eighteenth amendment made i...
Upcoming Oktoberfests
For you beer, wine, food, and German lovers, there are two upcoming events to celebrate German culture, cuisine, and music. The Rheinblick German rest...
Upcoming Wine Festivals
If you’re a wine lover, there are two upcoming events that look to be good food, good wine, and good times: (1) The Finger Lakes Riesling Festival, ...
The Flavors of Rochester
The Democrat & Chronicle has a wonderful website called Flavors of Rochester (www.flavorsofrochester.com). The website provides valuable, useful a...
Impact of Finger Lakes businesses on the New York economy
In 1976, the NYSLA passed the Farm Winery Act, which allowed NY grape growers to operate small wineries. Since then, the Finger Lakes Region has sprou...
Business networking in Westside Rochester
Looking for a Westside networking opportunity that does not impede on your busy evenings and weekends? Looking to grow your business network and earn ...
Inspiration from and gratitude to my business clients
I make a point of spending my time with creative and successful people. I watch people take a risk to turn what they love into a business. Passion mus...