Cayuga Cuisine
Welcome to Cayuga Cuisine a new (and tasty) series from the Cayuga County Office of Tourism where we bring together some of the best personalities in Cayuga County’s amazing food scene and share their stories and favorite items. From ribs cooked over charcoal to fresh roasted coffee beans and good old fashioned comfort food we have it all!
Meet our local restaurant owners and see why they are so excited to share their favorite foods and invite you to the table to enjoy good company, and conversation and Cayuga cuisine!
10-10 BBQ
Meet owner and cook Frederick “Fritz” Hess. Cooking good food that people from all walks of life can enjoy and it is about community. Sourcing ingredients locally allows Hess, a self-described foodie to offer barbecue that measures up to his high standards.
Meet Amelia Bucci-Taylor owner and head bean roaster. She began roasting her own coffee as a hobby while staying home with her son. Being a local café is something Bucci-Taylor takes seriously so she set out to create a welcoming, kind of community-based place to hang out, sit and talk with friends.”
Meet Mike Dugan owner and chef. Dugan’s Country Grill serves up the best breakfasts and comfort food in Upstate New York. Their menu selections are made from the freshest and heartiest ingredients and serve it up hot and delicious!
New Hope Mills
Located in the beautiful Finger Lakes region in Auburn, NY, New Hope Mills has been making quality pancake mix since 1823 and has been family owned and operated for three generations. They hope you’ll enjoy their quality food and products! With country distinctions and quality products you will find yourself walking back in time. Enjoy the aromas of fresh and locally roasted coffee while relishing in the historical ambiance of their store & café.
Join owner Brian for locally sourced high quality flavor from his family to yours. He believes good food brings people together, Brian’s favorite thing about owing a restaurant is the community it builds. Potter’s serve Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, NYS Craft Beer and Wine.
This seasonal + sustainable female driven, farm based catering venture composes quality food into honest and inclusive cuisine. Their specialty is seasonal, styled “Snapshot” Meal Boards and Spreads.
Robin Long describes her new diner as “a little step up from what normal diner fare might be.” Signature meals include shrimp-and-grits eggs Benedict, and chicken and waffles with sriracha maple and bacon jam. “I think it’s everybody’s dream in this industry to have their own place. I think once that’s in your blood, it doesn’t ever leave,” she said. “I love customer service, the guests, the hustle and the bustle.
Meet Tony Daddabbo, he has worked in the food industry for over 30 years. He opened the Bagel shop just a few months ago. Here the bagels are kettled and baked the traditional New York City way. drawing on his experience working in renowned Manhattan shop Columbia Bagels.
At Costa Grande Mexican Restaurant, we are proud to serve delicious and authentic Mexican dishes in a family-friendly environment. We use high-quality ingredients in every dish and have some of the most welcoming customer service in town. So whether you want to unwind after a long day at work or celebrate with friends and family, we are the spot for you.