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How to Spend a Big Fat Weekend in Hudson, New York | Bon Appétit

"To me there are few things greater than acombination bar and bookstore, and this little hideaway in the heart of downtown Hudson is a standard bearer for the form. Located inside an erstwhile firehouse, the interior features bookshelves stuffed to overflow, chandeliers dating back to the late 1800s, and a long wooden bar made from a reclaimed bowling alley. Grab a book (I got Tommy Orange’sThere There) and a stool, order from a wide selection of local brews (including the excellentSuarez Family Brewing, which is right down the road), and while away the afternoon." - ByHilary Cadigan