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Friday, April 26, 2013  We've all been in a crowded restaurant waiting for the bill. When it finally arrives we can't wait to pay it and leave, but sometimes service isn't as quick as we'd like.

Friday, February 15, 2013  The AmeriCU Credit Union Dining Week in Downtown Syracuse kicks off Friday and runs through February 28. Check out the list below to see the participating restaurants.

Tuesday, February 12, 2013  Cafe Kubal is offering series of coffee classes, including one on "Latte Art," for those who want to give the coffee lover in their life something a little bit different this year.

Wednesday, January 30, 2013  Lost and misplaced kegs cost the beer industry hundreds of millions of dollars each year.

Thursday, October 18, 2012  Syracuse Downtown Committee hosts their 2nd retail recruitment event to attract prospective business owners in Downtown Syracuse.

Friday, August 03, 2012  Syracuse is now ranked as one of the Top Metros for Drinking by The Huffington Post. The rankings are based on the number of bars per 10,000 households.

Tuesday, March 20, 2012  Syracuse businesses are trying to take advantage of SU"s run through the NCAA Tournament, and their promotion is gaining national attention.

Tuesday, November 22, 2011  We're giving you an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at a well-known Central New York coffee manufacturer.

Saturday, August 13, 2011  Since 1952, the massive Genesee Beer sign has been a staple of downtown Auburn -- but the sign hasn't been lit up since the early 1970's, instead painted red for decades.  That all changed Saturday night.

Monday, February 21, 2011  A proposed law would cut the excise tax small brewers have to pay on every barrel of beer.

Tuesday, February 15, 2011  This year, 22 restaurants will be showcasing what they can do for nearly two weeks, starting Tuesday.

Wednesday, May 05, 2010  The Lake Placid Craft Brewing Company has closed its brewery in Plattsburgh and is now making its beer at the F.X. Matt Brewing Company's facilities in Utica.

Monday, February 15, 2010  Dining Week is officially underway in Syracuse.

Saturday, January 31, 2009  Despite the tough economy, people poured into Brewfest Saturday at the State Fairgrounds. It's a way to sample all different kinds of beers, 52 breweries took part.