On March 18th, it's the first ever Finger Lakes Foodie Awards put on by the Finger Lakes Visitors Connection's Finger Lakes Food Revolution. Spokesman A.J Shear tells us it's a way to pay tribute to local cuisine.
Between now and February 25th people can for their favorites at www.fingerlakesfoodrevolution.com.
The categories include:Best Finger Lakes Farmers Market Best Finger Lakes Food Event Best Finger Lakes Artisan Cheese Best Finger Lakes Packaged Foods Best Finger Lakes Non-alcoholic Beverage or Juice Best Finger Lakes White Wine Best Finger Lakes Red Wine Best Finger Lakes Microbrew Best Finger Lakes Local Ingredients in a Side Dish Best Finger Lakes Local Ingredients in an Entree Best Finger Lakes Local Ingredients in a Dessert Best Finger Lakes Locavore Restaurant Menu