About this episode

Mat Zucker explores Columbia County, sharing local insights and recommendations for food, outdoor activities, and shopping.

New York City has the energy, but Columbia County has the air. Two years moving here from just 20 minutes south in the Hudson Valley, host Mat Zucker still feels like a bit of a "cidiot" sometimes—always eager to explore more of the incredible 635 square miles of valley, hills, farms, and villages right in his backyard. In this special episode, produced in collaboration with Columbia County Tourism , Mat serves up a very personal seasonal guide. Whether you're a foodie chasing the ultimate farm-to-table breakfast slot, an outdoor enthusiast hunting for hidden trails (and accessible restrooms!), or a shopper looking to bring a piece of the Hudson Valley home with you, we’ve got you covered. Best of all, you won't just hear from Mat. This episode features a collection of local voices dropping in via "audio postcards" to share their own favorite spots and neighborhood pride. Thanks for the audio postcards to: Chef Jonas at Serre (Hudson); Emily at Woodlife Market (New Lebanon); Matthew at Hillsdale General Store (Hillsdale); Bill from Kinderhook; and Emily at Clermont Historic Site. Consider this an open invitation from an entire county that’s ready for its…

People in this episode

Host: Mat Zucker

Topics covered

• local tourism
• food
• outdoor activities
• community voices
• Hudson Valley
• seasonal guide

Keywords

• Columbia County
• Hudson Valley
• foodie
• outdoor trails
• local shops
• audio postcards
• farm-to-table

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Hudson, New Lebanon, Hillsdale, Kinderhook, Clermont Historic Site, Columbia County, Hudson Valley, Ghent, Claverack

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