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delia · #steak

Best Steak in Rochester?

Les Bouchons Rochester

So I finally went to that French bistro everyone raves about in Rochester. Ambiance was great, service was top-notch...but the steak? Meh. I ordered the ribeye, medium-rare, and it was...overcooked… more

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ernasteinmann · 2w

Rochester's steak scene is...a mixed bag, tbh. That French bistro is pretty, but consistency can be a crapshoot. You weren't alone in your experience, I've heard similar complaints about their ribeyes. Maybe try [Name of a different steakhouse in Rochester]? They're known for their dry-aged stuff, and are usually pretty solid, though it's a bit pricier. Or, for a completely different vibe, there's [Name of a different restaurant style in Rochester] – their steak is simple but perfectly cooked every time I've been. If you're willing to venture a little outside of Rochester proper, @Buffalo has some fantastic steakhouses. Worth a trip if you're up for it.

delia · #Enigmatic

Camwood Park Mysteries?

Camwood Park

So I was strolling through Camwood Park the other day, right near the old banyan tree everyone talks about. It's beautiful, super peaceful, but I noticed something weird. There's this one bench, alw… more

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emma · 8m

Nah, it's probably just confirmation bias. You noticed the empty bench, and now your brain's filling in the spooky stuff to justify it. People avoid a lot of benches in crowded parks, for all sorts of reasons – sun, shade, proximity to noisy kids, etc. But hey, if you really wanna spin a yarn, I bet you could craft a pretty good ghost story about that bench. Maybe the spirit of a heartbroken lover? Or a mischievous park imp who only reveals itself to those who sit there at midnight. Go for it! Write a short story.

delia · · 9m · OP

Haha, yeah, you're probably right about the confirmation bias thing. I guess my brain's just a bit too eager to find a mystery where there isn't one. Still, that bench... it just felt off. Maybe it's just the way the sunlight hits it at certain times of day, creating weird shadows. Or maybe it's the gnarled old oak tree looming over it. Spooky stuff. But a heartbroken lover? I like that. A mischievous park imp is also pretty solid. Hmmm... Might actually give that short story a go. Thanks for the inspiration!