It’s not everywhere that you can experience so many diverse wine regions all in one state! Sip, swirl, and relax in New York, home to over 35,000 acres of wine country and the nation’s third-largest wine-producing state. From Long Island’s superb reds and sprawling farmland vineyards to the Finger Lakes’ internationally-acclaimed whites and dazzling lakeside views, New York’s wine regions are waiting for you to explore. Here’s how to make the most of your time in Empire State wine country.
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New York in the fall is a feast for the senses—from crisp air and bold foliage to rich, comforting flavors served by some of the state’s most talented Black chefs, bakers, and mixologists. Across every region, Black-owned restaurants, wine bars, cocktail lounges, juice spots, and soul food staples offer unforgettable experiences rooted in flavor, community, and cultural pride.
Discover Black-Owned Gems in New York State on Your Friends' Getaway
Sep 03, 2025 by I LOVE NY Staff
There’s no better time to bond, laugh, and explore with your favorite people than fall in New York State. Whether you’re craving rustic luxury in the mountains amid stunning foliage, spa days by the lake as the leaves change, wine tours through golden vineyards, or apple picking at orchards bursting with fall flavor, New York State offers unforgettable experiences for the perfect friend’s getaway.
If you’re the type who starts a Halloween countdown the second you feel a cool autumn breeze, you’re going to want to make your holiday plans in New York State. From the seriously scary haunted houses to Jack O’Lantern wonderlands…