Sam Gruenberg, sales & marketing manager for DraftKings in Troy, stopped by to tell us about this multifaceted sports bar, which features arcade games and skeeball in addition to big-screen televisions for sports events. The menu includes typical “bar food,” but also elevated options like arancini, egg rolls and specialty bowls. This summer, check out the popular dog-friendly patio, or stop by for ladies nights on Wednesdays or handheld Mondays, with specials on sandwiches. The 10,000-plus-square-foot bar and eatery is family-friendly and is located near Somerset Mall.

Alexandra Fabre and Kate Gordon are good friends and now co-owners of Wildflour, a brand new bakery and cafe in Troy. The eatery offers baked goods like croissants, cookies, cinnamon rolls and more, plus sundaes made with Ray’s Ice Cream. Gordon suggests the spicy mango sundae, which is just the right mix of spicy and sweet. You can also find empanadas, sandwiches, tea and coffee. Stop in for a treat or lunch, or contact the business to order a custom cake for your next event.    

Eli Green, owner and proprietor of Stumblebum Beer Co. in Troy, found his love for beer and cheese pairings while living in New York. He’s brought the concept here, to a location across from the Troy Motor Mall, and will serve charcuterie boards with beer, along with paninis, French fry flights and other food. His 24 taps will also include craft soda, hop tonic, cider and mead. The brewery opens for the first time at noon on June 1.