Exploring the Hudson Valley with Lidey Heuck | Antiques, Swimming Holes & Local Favorites

About this episode

Leslie Heaney interviews Lidey Heuck about the Hudson Valley, exploring local favorites, antiques, and culinary experiences.

We're kicking off the Duologue Summer Travel Series with one of the most beautiful and beloved corners of the country — the Hudson Valley. Leslie sits down with Lidey Heuck, cookbook author, New York Times recipe contributor, and the voice behind Lidey Likes and the Lidey Letter Substack. Lidey lives in the Hudson Valley with her family and knows the region the way only a local can — the antique shops worth the detour, the farmers markets, the swimming holes, the restaurants, and yes, a few cautionary foraging tales. Lidey's culinary journey began with none other than Ina Garten (yes, they talk about Jeffrey), and her debut cookbook Cooking in Real Life has become one of Leslie's all-time favorites. In this episode: favorite antique stores, must-visit restaurants, hidden gems in the Hudson Valley, Litchfield County, and the Berkshires — plus what makes this region so worth falling in love with. Whether you're planning a trip or just love dreaming about charming getaways, this one's for you. Follow Duologue on Instagram @duologuepod and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

People in this episode

Host: Leslie Heaney

Guest: Lidey Heuck

Topics covered

• travel
• Hudson Valley
• culinary
• antiques
• local favorites
• outdoor activities

Keywords

• Hudson Valley
• Lidey Heuck
• antiques
• restaurants
• swimming holes
• farmers markets
• foraging

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: New York Times

Books & works: Cooking in Real Life

Places: Hudson Valley, Litchfield County, Berkshires

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