Dario Joseph

Apr 1, 2024 | roccitymag.com | Dario Joseph

click to enlarge Behind cannabis-infused vegan treat business ‘The Crooked Potter’ is Ashley Martin: mother of a teenager, wife, survivor of trauma and abuse, and a cannabis user and educator. Martin is also open about her disability, Anthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita, a rare condition that causes curved joints and stiffness. She started The Crooked Potter two years ago to create infused sweets as a mode of helping others — primarily women — on their cannabis journeys.

Aug 9, 2023 | roccitymag.com | Rebecca Rafferty |Dario Joseph |David Andreatta

Restaurant NewsA Syrian comfort foods joint opens at Mt. Hope, a fresh smoothie biz hits the Temple Building, and Laughing Gull offers rare 'Jaguar' chocolate. By Rebecca RaffertyAug 9, 2023Restaurant NewsThe Italian comfort food spot from Tony D’s owner-chef is open for lunch and dinner in Greece. By Dario JosephMar 10, 2023Restaurant NewsTony D's, the popular Italian bistro in Corn Hill, is moving to a new location on University Avenue. By David AndreattaFeb 9, 2023Archives

Aug 1, 2023 | roccitymag.com | Dario Joseph

Age: 34 Occupation: MD, MS Temporary residence: Pittsburgh, PA Permanent residence: Rochester, NY Hometown: Grand Rapids, MIOne of David Paul’s first exposures to a hospital came while riding along with his paternal grandfather, Robert L. Brown, a business owner and pastor, during his rounds visiting patients. “My emotional connection was seeing my grandfather help people, seeing the impact that he had,” said Paul.

Jul 28, 2023 | roccitymag.com | Dario Joseph

Leave the peanuts and Cracker Jacks at home and bring an appetite to the next Red Wings game. You’ll find traditional ballpark fare like hamburgers and hot dogs (Zweigle’s, of course) at Innovative Field, but General Manager of Food and Beverage Jeff DeSantis and his team created a concessions lineup that will have you (almost) forgetting there’s a baseball game. Food is a big part of the experience at Innovative Field, and has even crossed over to the game itself.

Jul 20, 2023 | roccitynews.com | Dario Joseph

Food is a big part of the experience at Innovative Field, and has even crossed over to the game itself. During every Thursday home game, the Red Wings trade in their red and white jerseys for ‘Rochester Plates’ uniforms, their homage to the local favorite since 2017. Unique food-focused games - like Food Week (August 19-22) - are popping up more, especially given the recent addition of executive chef Keith Hillock. “(It) really allows our team to offer new items and be creative,” DeSantis said.