Stories
Local business profiles and community spotlights featuring the people and places that make Canandaigua unique.

Where Whimsy Meets Main Street: The Charm of Alice’s Red Rose Boutique
Nov 28, 20252 min read
Elizabeth's vision for Alice's Red Rose Boutique is firmly grounded in the belief that life should be filled with a mix of whimsy and eccentricity ......

From Pandemic Pop-Up to Main Street Staple: The Rise of Resilience Bakery
Oct 24, 20254 min read
When shopping for bread, a quick press on a loaf measures resilience and can tell us a lot - a lively spring back indicates freshness and high qual......

In Bloom: Growing Joy, Cultivating Community
Jul 29, 20253 min read
Rachel’s love for all things beautiful and whimsical welcomes you the moment you step into the quaint In Bloom on Main Street, Canandaigua. Here yo......

Kiko’s Den: Where Thoughtful Curation Meets Local Style
Jul 10, 20252 min read
A spirited fox (affectionately nicknamed Kiko) who once brought magic to owner Angelina's childhood backyard now inspires a Main Street shop, where......