Author: Staff

The Syracuse New Times inaugurated its Best of Syracuse poll in 1997, asking readers to select their favorites in a wide range of categories. For the 22nd annual event, we’re again asking readers to choose from more than 100 categories covering food, arts, media, services and more. Make no mistake that area businesses are highly pleased whenever they are named the Best of Syracuse. The awards are presented with pride for everyone to see; check out the awards wall as you dine at Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse, Old Liverpool Road, or while ordering a hot fudge sundae at Gannon’s Isle, 1525…

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Put your feet up and relax with these 2018 Best of Syracuse Beauty & Pampering finalists. Below, you will find the category broken down by title and a list of the top finalists in each category. Most list the Top 5, but an extra nominee was included in instances of a tied vote. Click the “Vote Now” button at the bottom to vote on who you think should be the winner. An email address is required, and each person can only vote once. Voting will remain open until September 30. You do not have to submit a vote for every category. Make…

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Do you ever see those people around the city who are always sending a positive message, the ones who always seem to be where interesting things are happening? Well, according to Central New Yorkers, the individuals listed below have become household names for anyone living in or near Syracuse. See the finalists for the 2018 Best of Syracuse Local Personalities category. Below, you will find the category broken down by title and a list of the top finalists in each category. Most list the Top 5, but an extra nominee was included in instances of a tied vote. Click the…

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Below are the finalists for the 2018 Best of Syracuse Health & Wellness category. The category has been broken down by award, with a list of the top finalists in each category. Most list the Top 5, but an extra nominee was included in instances of a tied vote. Click the “Vote Now” button at the bottom to vote on who you think should be the winner. An email address is required, and each person can only vote once. Voting will remain open until September 30. You do not have to submit a vote for every category. Make sure you share this…

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The 2018 Best of Syracuse Family category brings you everything kid-friendly and group fun. The category has been broken down by award, with a list of the top finalists in each category. Most list the Top 5, but an extra nominee was included in instances of a tied vote. Click the “Vote Now” button at the bottom to vote on who you think should be the winner. An email address is required, and each person can only vote once. Voting will remain open until September 30. You do not have to submit a vote for every category. Make sure you share this…

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These Animal Lovers finalists are those Syracuse residents trust the most with their furry friends. But which ones are true animal whisperer? Vote now! The category has been broken down by award, with a list of the top finalists in each category. Most list the Top 5, but an extra nominee was included in instances of a tied vote. Click the “Vote Now” button at the bottom to vote on who you think should be the winner. An email address is required, and each person can only vote once. Voting will remain open until September 30. You do not have to submit…

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The finalists in the 2018 Best of Syracuse Professional & Civic category have been tallied and are ready to be put to your vote. The category has been broken down by award below, with a list of the top finalists in each category. Most list the Top 5, but an extra nominee was included in instances of a tied vote. Click the “Vote Now” button at the bottom to vote on who you think should be the winner. An email address is required, and each person can only vote once. Voting will remain open until September 30. Make sure you share…

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Vote for your favorite place to stay fit in Central New York!. The Sports & Recreation category has been broken down by award, with a list of the top finalists in each category. Most list the Top 5, but an extra nominee was included in instances of a tied vote. Click the “Vote Now” button at the bottom to vote on who you think should be the winner. An email address is required, and each person can only vote once. Voting will remain open until September 30. You do not have to submit a vote for every category. Make sure you share…

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The Arts, Music and Entertainment category of the 2018 Best of Syracuse contest continued to draw a crowd, with more than 2,500 respondents coming to the polls to nominate their favorites. Below, you will find the category broken down by title and a list of the top finalists in each category. Most list the Top 5, but an extra nominee was included in instances of a tied vote. Click the “Vote Now” button at the bottom to vote on who you think should be the winner. An email address is required, and each person can only vote once. Voting will…

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The Specialty Foods and Best Spots category encouraged voters to push their palates to decide which area restaurants reign supreme in their own niche. Below, you will find the category broken down by title and a list of the top finalists in each category. Most list the Top 5, but an extra nominee was included in instances of a tied vote. Click the “Vote Now” button at the bottom to vote on who you think should be the winner. An email address is required, and each person can only vote once. Voting will remain open until September 30. You do not have…

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Central New York foodies flocked to our Best of Syracuse nominations to submit their favorite food and drink eateries. Below, you will find the category broken down by title and a list of the top finalists in each category. Most list the Top 5, but an extra nominee was included in instances of a tied vote. Click the “Vote Now” button at the bottom to vote on who you think should be the winner. An email address is required, and each person can only vote once. Voting will remain open until September 30. You do not have to submit a vote for…

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Whether it’s nursing a pint in the comfort of a dive bar booth or sipping a dry riesling at one of Central New York’s many wineries, the area’s amateur alcohol aficionados have weighed in on the Booze, Bars & Wineries category for the 2018 Best of Syracuse contest.  Below, you will find the category broken down by title and a list of the top finalists in each category. Most list the Top 5, but an extra nominee was included in instances of a tied vote. Click the “Vote Now” button at the bottom to vote on who you think should…

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Love (and love in the club) was in the air for our readers, and the finalists for the Love & Romance category in the 2018 Best of Syracuse contest have been narrowed down! Below, you will find the category broken down by title and a list of the top finalists in each category. Most list the Top 5, but an extra nominee was included in instances of a tied vote. Click the “Vote Now” button at the bottom to vote on who you think should be the winner. An email address is required, and each person can only vote once.…

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Tracking down musical moments will be easier than ever at this year’s New York State Fair. Not only will local bands be crammed into tent venues that supply brews and food, there will be national acts headlining both sides of the property. Chevy Court, at the fair’s main entrance, has 26 shows booked for afternoon and evening engagements. And the new Chevrolet Music Festival Experience Stage on the fair’s west end will host a mix of national and area musicmakers with four separate performances each day. Here’s a quick lineup of who’ll be at Chevy Court: Chevy Court Wed. Aug. 22 Mir Fontaine. Wednesday, Aug. 22, 4 p.m. The…

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