When the weather turns chilly in Upstate New York, our minds turn to fireplaces. Or fire pits. At the local tavern no less.

These places invite customers to grab a cocktail and gather with friends around a roaring fireplace, or as is the case today, around a beautiful fire pit out in the cold air. In either case, these tavern accessories are popular with guests whether you are at a rural bar, an urban hotel, or even a waterfront hideaway. Many of the ones on this list are gorgeous, and even historic. You will be tempted to grab a stick, some marshmallows and a Hershey bar when you sit by these great fireplaces. and fire pits and toast up a batch of s'mores. Take a look at the photographs.

Are you warmed up yet?

Fireplaces & Fire Pits: 12 Cozy Taverns in Upstate NY to Warm Up In

Here is an eclectic selection of some of the best fireplaces and fire pits at bars and restaurants across Upstate New York. When they are playing, "Baby, it's cold outside," that's your cue to go in and cozy up to these beautiful fireplaces, or stay outside and gather around a roaring fire p[it..

Gallery Credit: Chuck D'Imperio

31 Outstanding Upstate New York Breweries, Big and Small!

The craft beer brewery explosion has now landed on Upstate New York with a "boom." From big city downtown locations, to rural "off the grid" in-the-woods breweries, these are some of the best of the best in Upstate New York.

It has been amazing watching the evolution of the craft beer offerings in Upstate New York over the last, say ten years. What started out as small family-run "ice houses" tucked away in rural areas, places where you could meet up with your buddies and enjoyed some home brewed beer, is now completely changed.

The beer making process is so sophisticated now, the varieties offered are many, most places have great food or food truck offerings, and the craft breweries are now some of the most popular places to enjoy live entertainment.

All 31 on this list are worthy of a stop and a sip from all of our readers!

Gallery Credit: Chuck D'Imperio

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