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August 29, 2021
Aurora, NY

Kristin & Paul

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The Finger Lakes

The Wedding Website of Kristin Born and Paul Smalera
Photo: Genesee Falls at Letchworth State Park. Kristin is a Rochester native who grew up with the Finger Lakes in her backyard. Paul is a wine lover who always wanted to tour the region and discover its wineries. Luckily, he met Kristin and that's exactly what they've been able to do. It's been a delight for us to experience the area together, and we can't wait to share it with you. If you can, we recommend making a long weekend (or more) out of our joyous occasion. There's lots to see and do nearby!

Finger Lakes Tourism Alliance

A great site about all there is to see and do in the Finger Lakes region.

Aurora Inn

391 Main Street, Aurora, NY 13026
, (315) 364-8888

Where our wedding will be held (for map reference).

1833 Kitchen & Bar

391 Main Street, Aurora, NY 13026
, (315) 364-8888

Farm to table meals served overlooking Cayuga Lake. From a casual brunch to an engagement dinner with Kristin's parents, we've had some seriously delicious meals at 1833.

Fargo Bar & Grill

384 Main Street, Aurora, NY 13026
, (315) 364-8006

Local tavern across from the Aurora Inn serving class American pub fare. We like a casual meal on their outdoor patio.

Village Market

385 Main Street, Aurora, NY 13026
, (315) 364-8803

Need a local coffee? Gift? Morning pastries, craft beer or an item that you forgot at home? Check-out the Village Market at the Inns of Aurora, they have it all.

Heart & Hands Wine Company

4162 New York 90, Union Springs, NY 13160
, (315) 889-8500

We fell in love with Heart and Hands while visiting the Aurora Inn for our wedding tasting. It's up the road from the Aurora Inn and the dark horse of finger lakes wine. They focus on Pinot Noir and Riesling -- be prepared for absolutely incredible wines in a "no frills" setting. After you're done tasing, consider checking out nearby Salt of the Earth for dinner.

Quarry Ridge Winery

4242 New York 90, Union Springs, NY 13160

Beautiful outdoor tasting location with views of Cayuga Lake. We like sipping on the dry rose in on of their cozy adirondack chairs.

Salt of the Earth

Locally sourced and delicious -- we recommend visiting here after enjoying an afternoon of wine tasting at Quarry Ridge and Heart and Hands. Open Friday and Saturday only 5-8pm (call for reservations).

F.L.X. Wienery

5090 New York 14, Dundee, NY 14837
, (607) 243-7100

We love this place. A super causal wine country hang out that locals rave about. THE best local weiners served alongside super interesting wines.

Ravines Wine Cellars

400 Barracks Road, Geneva, NY 14456
, (315) 781-7007

Paul took Kristin here after they got engaged for a celebratory glass of bubbly!

Red Tail Ridge Winery

846 New York 14, Penn Yan, NY 14527
, (315) 536-4580

Another stop we made on the Seneca Lake Wine Trail.

Shaw Vineyard

3901 New York 14, Dundee, NY 14837
, (607) 243-7000

One of our FLX favorites and an experience unlike any other.

Ithaca

Ithaca, NY

Ithaca is gorges! Lots of hiking, shops, restaurants and camping (if that's your thing!)

Watkins Glen State Park

1009 North Franklin Street, Watkins Glen, NY 14891
, (607) 535-4511

The Gorge Trail to Rainbow Falls is on our FLX bucket list and a must-do when in the area.

1911 Established Distillery

4473 Cherry Valley Turnpike, LaFayette, NY 13084
, (315) 696-6085

Cider, beer, bbq, live music, CBD — oh my!

Skaneateles Lake

NY

Quintessential upstate lake town set on one of the most beautiful finger lakes.

Letchworth State Park

Hunt, NY 14846
, (585) 493-3600

The "Grand Canyon of the East" and a must-do when visiting Upstate New York. Hiking, camping (or the park's hotel), and where we took the picture above in front of the Upper Falls.

Other Half Brewing Company: Finger Lakes

6621 State Rte 5 And 20, Bloomfield, NY 14469
, (585) 617-0453

The best beer and a good place to hang.

Glen Edith Coffee Roasters

23 Somerton Street, Rochester, NY 14607
, (585) 209-3633

Kristin's favorite coffee in the ROC.

Schaller's

965 Edgemere Drive, Rochester, NY 14612
, (585) 865-3319

There is just something about the burgers and hot dogs ("hots") in the ROC. This is where Kristin's dad talked her out of being a vegetarian as a teenager — by putting a burger in front of her.

Abbott's Frozen Custard

4791 Lake Avenue, Rochester, NY 14612
, (585) 865-7400

Local frozen custard shop to blow your mind. This one is on the shores of Lake Ontario in the Charlotte (shar-LOT) section of Rochester. You want to grab the Chocolate Almond or Peanut Butter cup (trust us) and take a walk on the pier.

Bones Dog Bakery

39 South Goodman Street, Rochester, NY 14607
, (585) 319-4088

Bambi's favorite. Pick up a treat for your pooch and check out the mansions, museums, and restaurants in Park Avenue district of town.

Boxcar Donuts

127 Railroad Street, Rochester, NY 14609
, (585) 270-5942

The. Best. Donuts. Ever. Served at Glen Edith, too — but pick one up here and check out the public market down the street (pubic market open T/Th/S).

Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls, NY

Bring your passport! If the border to Canada is open, you might never be closer to this wonder of the world (even though it is still about two hours away). We like the Canadian Falls, best.

Susan B. Anthony Museum & House

17 Madison Street, Rochester, NY 14608
, (585) 235-6124

The home and now museum of Susan B. Anthony, a pioneer in the women's suffrage movement.

Women's Rights National Historical Park

136 Fall Street, Seneca Falls, NY 13148
, (315) 568-0024

Seneca Falls is the birthplace of the women's rights movement in the U.S. Visit the historic site where it all began.

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