Small wineries and microbreweries produce world class products but can be relatively unknown because of the limited budget and time …
Category: Retail Liquor License
Obstacles for restaurant uniforms
One of the best parts of being in America is the freedoms we enjoy. However, at times, personal freedoms can …
Four ways the 2012 elections can impact the NY restaurant industry
Every four years, the general public gets inundated with political campaigns aimed at scaring us into voting for one candidate …
Do you have to be a US citizen to get a liquor license?
People who can hold a liquor license in New York State must be either a US citizen, have legal permanent …
Establishments that do not require a liquor license
The New York State Liquor Authority regulates establishments that want to make, sell and/or store alcohol for consumption on- or …
Simple tips for seeking out venture capitalists for software and internet inventions
After you’ve spent countless hours developing your product, you’re finally in position to reach out to venture capitalists via executive …
Wisconsin trade secret case highlights importance of “formalities” in proprietary discussions
Fail-Safe, LLC v. A.O. Smith Corporation (decided by the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals on March 29, 2012) is a …
Microdistilleries a growing trend in New York
Before 1920, distilleries were a prominent business in New York. Prohibition wiped out the industry, and the repeal of the …
The Flavors of Rochester
The Democrat & Chronicle has a wonderful website called Flavors of Rochester (www.flavorsofrochester.com). The website provides valuable, useful and interesting …
Impact of Finger Lakes businesses on the New York economy
In 1976, the NYSLA passed the Farm Winery Act, which allowed NY grape growers to operate small wineries. Since then, …