What an amazing experience! Rachel went above and beyond in capturing my proposal to my fiancé. I…read morecan't say enough good things about my experience. Very kind, thoughtful, and also professional. If you are looking for someone to capture your special moments, look no further!

Rachel did a great job capturing the joy of our wedding! Very comfortable to work with, beautiful…read moreshots, great editing, fast & professional. She sent our photos with a very quick turnaround on a cute little wooden thumb drive, and she continues to send us mini calendars of her personal photography projects. My only note - maybe get a second set of eyes on the configuration of group shots. I don't think she has as much experience with that - we had some weird spacing in some of the family photos, but for us it kinda fit ;)

Word of Mouth catered our wedding and we couldn't have dreamed of a better experience. Everything…read morefrom the hors d'oeuvres to the salads to the entrees was phenomenal, our guests were raving about the food all night and well into the following week. On top of the food being fantastic, Emily and Isaiah are great to work with. They're super professional, very accommodating, and up to the challenge of just about any dietary restriction. They source as many of their ingredients locally as they can and donate excess food at the end of an event to local organizations. When you combine their community impact with their talent and great prices, there's really no better option than Word of Mouth.

Best food and amazing service. Do not hesitate to book this place for your next event as soon as…read moreyou can.

Not a "Villa" - Expect Rustic…read more We rented the farmhouse, cabins, and bridal suite for a group of 18, expecting the advertised "luxury lakeside penthouse" experience with air conditioning. What we encountered was unacceptable from the moment we arrived. None of the rooms were clean and the buildings are not well maintained. Numerous light bulbs were burned out, the farmhouse freezer did not work, and some of the beds were so broken down that sleeping on the floor may have been more comfortable. No one showed up to check us in. The air conditioning was not working in the farmhouse or cabins, and it failed in the bridal suite the following day. The property was so unbearably hot that we had to spend our first night in a hotel. Two cabins had no electricity when we arrived, and the farmhouse later lost power as well. Even more concerning, my 85-year-old mother fell in a deteriorating shower that had no grab bar. This was not simply an inconvenience. It was a serious safety issue. We contacted the owner repeatedly and when he finally responded to our concerns, his answer was essentially, "Next time, stay somewhere else."

Cayuga Shoreline is awesome and the view! Gone are the old railings which opens up the deck to…read morefront row lake views. Although we didn't have food we did have a few of their adult beverage creations. The cocktail menu is creative without trying too hard. The drinks were delicious and well balanced. They also had a good selection of local wines. Sarah was incredibly attentive and a great server. Whether you're passing through or spending the weekend in the Finger Lakes, make this a must-stop. Ask for Sarah and let her guide you through their drink list--you won't be disappointed.

Finally got to try Asempe Kitchen at the Ithaca Farmers Market - it was actually my first stop of…read morethe day! My sister absolutely devoured the bowl, but one of the dishes I had was peanut butter-based... and I'm just not a peanut butter girl like that. That said, the flavors were bold and clearly made with love. If you're into rich, hearty, West African dishes - especially ones with peanut sauce - you'll probably really enjoy it. Just wasn't fully my thing, but I'm still glad I finally got the chance to try them!

Asempe means curiosity and in this case ours was rewarded with a delicious Ghanaian Vegan feast at…read moreAsampe Kitchen in Ithaca, NY. Nkatsi Froyi & Saffron Rice: "Creamy natural peanut butter cooked slowly with onions, ginger, garlic, tomatoes, and a blend of spices, creating a rich stew" Red Red & Plantains: "A flavorful Ghanaian favorite, Red-Red is a stew of black-eyed peas simmered with onions, ginger, garlic, and tomatoes" Egusi & Saffron Rice: "Rich and hearty, this traditional West African stew combines spinach with onions, ginger, garlic, tomatoes, and spices" Emomi & Saffron Rice: "Dive into this luscious stew where okra meets a medley of onions, ginger, garlic, and tomatoes, all simmered together" Brodze: "A side of sweet & melt-in-your-mouth fried plantains! Comes with 7 pieces" Sobolo: "Hibiscus, ginger, cloves, cane sugar, African spice Cold with ice" I'm generally not a fan of plantains or okra, but both were delicious. The okra wasn't slimy and the plantains we slightly sweet, not starchy. Every dish here was distinctively different. Even better than the food is the attention to hospitality. Four of us shared this feast for about $21 each. If you are by yourself you can get a sampler plate for about $25. We will be back. Food Service Ambiance

The photos are poor (not great pictures of kids and the backdrops are ridiculous). Four years of…read moremediocrity and high prices. They also make everyone's photos available on their site and we work to keep our kid's image off the internet. Would not recommend this service to any school.

It's my oldest son' s senior year and I knew I wanted to have his senior pics done here before he…read morestarted kindergarten, what I didn't know was how far beyond my expectations the session would be! Dana and Sam were so kind and accommodating and just as excited as I was. They listened to what we wanted and made sure we got all the poses and even a couple of smiles along with all the props we brought in a large tote and large backpack. Isaf-Merkur accepted our challenge and blew it away! Thank you for making this PERFECT!

Came to this winery as a stop on our self guided Seneca Lake West Shore wine tour. As we pulled in,…read moreit was if we were driving through a mystical land filled with old dinosaur, animal and goblin statues. Once through the magical forest, you are greeted by a beautiful view of their vineyard and the rolling hills of the area. The staff was friendly. We chose to do a self guided wine tour with a flight of sweet and dry wines both $12 each (pictured). We found a quiet spot out on the back patio to enjoy our flights. We enjoyed the selected wines and service. We would happily return to try more.

Castel Grisch is a refreshingly unique/quirky place. Significantly more laid back and less…read morefancy/formal than the surrounding wineries, this place has a lot of fun statues both outside and inside. There is a giant dog, Leo who works there, and is so friendly and well behaved. The staff member doing our tasting was kind and attentive. The wine was on par with the area. Their rose actually tastes like strawberries which pleasantly surprised me. Amazing vibes the whole time

I came in for the first time since it opened. I noticed the white staff member didn't greet me, but…read moreinstead made a point to greet every white customer who came in shortly after me. I was pointedly ignored, even when I was in the same area of the small shop within eyeshot/earshot. I was the only customer in the store (and only PoC) before the two (white) customers came in separately, one after the other. This is treatment I also received at another shop at Ithaca mall (incidentally also with "Willow" in the name). Feels bad, man. Terse service when I asked a question of the staff member there. There's an anecdotal half-joke among us QPoC that a white person with colorful hair typically means "safe" staff for BIPOC/queer folks, but that was not the vibe I got here, sadly. It's too bad that Asian customers are treated this way at an establishment that sells so much Asian-inspired merchandise (kawaii goods, food items). I won't likely be back, even though it is a cute, very modern boutique. I will just head down to Michaleen's Florist & Greenhouse down the road and the farmer's market instead for plants, soaps, gifts. I feel more welcome in those spaces, even if they're predominantly white.

All is I can say is STUNNING. David and his team did an absolutely incredible job creating the most…read morebeautiful, fresh, and vibrant bouquets and centerpieces for my October wedding - and I am so thankful! David was so gracious and easy to work with; I came to him with such a late request for these centerpieces and bouquets and he made it happen in just a couple of months' time. We had one great, efficient call and, after that, I didn't have to worry about a thing. The team at Willow Floral used such high-quality plants, my sunflower and greenery centerpieces lasted almost 3 full weeks after the wedding. My greenery bouquet of ferns and eucalyptus is still beautiful and I will be drying it out to preserve it forever! If you're looking for a great deal on amazing flowers/plants and easy, kind, and accommodating service to match, I cannot recommend Willow Floral Studios more. Thank you again to the whole team!

Elaine Derby Photography has done it again!! This is the second time I've had professional…read moreheadshots done for my business and also for my dating APP. I have some amazing headshots that really show who I am, and they have such a warmth and authenticity to them. Elaine Derby is a master of her trade. Her studio is so comfortable, and she takes her time to get the right feeling. I never thought I could beat the pictures I had from a few years ago because they were so terrific, but ... once again I have award winning photos!

I had a couples shoot with Elaine, and she did a wonderful job. She started by picking a beautiful…read morelocation. Elaine wanted our photos to truly capture our relationship, and love for one another. She's incredibly detailed orientated, and cares a lot about her work. I had a great time working with such a kind hearted, and professional photographer. I would most definitely recommend her to anyone.