Kerry and I were just here six months ago for New Years. It’s probably our favorite place to visit at this point. Being in Hudson when it’s warm is very different from being in Hudson when it’s cold. This little town comes alive with frolicking Manhattanites looking to get away from the hustle and bustle. The ease and simplicity of Hudson is a thing of luxury and I’m all for it.
Most of the time is spent walking in and out of the shops on Warren St. I do have a limit of this but it’s mostly fascinating. I’m constantly baffled at how these vintage and retail shops stay afloat. Who’s buying this stuff?!
My favorite thing to do is sip iced mochas, eat cinnamon rolls, thumb through vinyl records and look at the old cars.
The most obvious thing about Hudson is the inescapable charm of the old architecture. I have no idea when most of the buildings were built but they’re pretty old and have the perfect amount of patina.
There’s also great eating in Hudson. They even have a place specifically for Brooklyn hipsters yearning for a taste of Bushwick in upstate. I did however bump into Tyler Mitchell at Lil Deb’s Oasis which says everything about this restaurant.
Being able to slow things down adds a bit of wonder to the experience of Hudson.
While you’re in this neck of the woods, don’t hesitate to bounce around to other towns. You may just stumble across a random winery or a chic outdoor market.
I did catch an old school Memorial Day parade. For about an hour, it felt like I was in Mayberry.
We relaxed, ate well, spent money, had fun and brought in the summer the best way we know how.
