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Roclifestyle celebrates 7 years!

The ladies are back this week recapping their most recent dining experience for Vanessas birthday! Vanessa kicks things off with a fun frozen margarita–themed highlight.

Plus, the Roc Lifestyle Local Events Guide is out—check it out for all your local spring and summer fun!

All local highlights from this episode can be found in the link tree-in our bio @roclifestyle_

The ladies are back this week.

We’re diving into some fun highlights you won’t want to miss, starting with a great spot for local crafters at Irondequoit Public Library. Then we get into the ultimate “girl dinner” offered at Rare 3001, plus a little more of what’s been going on around Rochester.

It’s also almost Vanessa’s birthday, so we talk through her plans and everything that comes with it.

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All local highlights for this episode can be found in the link tree in our bio!

Welcome back to Roc Lifestyle!

This week, the ladies are back recapping some fun spots around ROC—Junction 361, Pearson’s, Carnegie Wine Cellars, and Grappa.

We’re also getting into the real debate: where we should go for Vanessa’s birthday dinner 👀

Plus, a little pop culture catch-up and what we’ve been watching lately!

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This week, the girls are back with a new intro and some local highlights! Vanessa reviews OG Dumpling House, and Amanda takes us on a savory (not sweet) coffee adventure.

We go on a cold plunge tangent before Vanessa gets into the highlights of the week. The girls also talk about their local market guide that’s coming out this spring.

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All the highlights from this episode are linked in our Linktree in bio.

And be sure to check out Amanda’s new reality TV podcas...

This week the ladies are back with a little catch up session! Vanessa headed to the Buffalo Market where she tried some tasty treats and found the cutest sweatsuit you guys are going to want in your spring wardrobe. They also get into a handful of local highlights. Next the talk al ittle bit about our RBC book club pick, the Project Hail Mary. Vanessa has the book and he audible which she says is like a bedtime story being read to her. She also talks about her book she just finished and how it moved her.

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This week, the ladies are back! Vanessa recaps her time at the local Bachelor Auction, and then they dive into the latest pop culture controversy surrounding the cancellation of the newest season of The Bachelorette and all the drama around it. Vanessa also took on the Genesee Country Village & Museum, and they wrap things up with a chat about their new book pick, Project Hail Mary.

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We’re back for another week of ROC Lifestyle

Amanda recaps her book show at Artisan Works with Roc Only Events and what the experience meant to her. Vanessa shares about her baking show at Keekos Den for International Women’s Day earlier this month

We’re also diving into this week’s local highlights—fun spots around the city and coffee menus you definitely don’t want to miss

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We're back for part two of International Women's Day! This is an inspiring episode featuring Lauren from Carbs Are My Boyfriend, as we explore her journey in food, baking, and social media along with insights into women empowerment, local food scenes, and reality tv. We also get into our Tell me Lies recap! Enjoy all our takes on this amazing show that was such a roller coaster!

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This week the ladies welcome Ashley to the pod to talk about her new yoga studio, Fearless Flow, located in Webster, NY. Ashley’s story is incredibly empowering, and her studio is about so much more than just yoga.

Next, the ladies get into their highlights, including Vanessa’s experience at Local Provisions. Amanda shares a few coffee menus that have caught her attention lately, including a delicious new seasonal menu from Little Bits of Coffee. Vanessa also found some upcoming events you may want to check out!

And be sure to support Vanessa’s side b...

Welcome back to ROC Lifestyle 🎙️

This week, the ladies dive into the RBC ROC Book Club pick — Amanda’s own book, Rewriting Us. We have a full conversation about the writing process, character development, and the personal reflections behind the story.

Next, we jump into our local highlights — cultural moments, restaurant reviews, and upcoming community events — giving you a well-rounded mix of literature, food, and ROC happenings.

All the spots we talked about today can be found in our Linktree: @roclifestyle_

Vanessa and Amanda will also be hosting their own perspective events for th...

This week, the ladies are back and jumping right into it with a recap of their weeks! They attended a fun Galentine’s event celebrating Amanda’s recently published book, while Vanessa continues on her yoga journey. The highlight segment of this episode shines a spotlight on local Black-owned small businesses in the ROC in honor of Black History Month.

All the businesses discussed in the episode can be found in our link tree, @roclifestyle_

In this episode of Roc Lifestyle, the ladies are about everything from personal hair transformations and winter hair care tips to the excitement of the Olympics—especially figure skating.

They also get into local Valentine’s Day happenings, creative indoor activity ideas to keep kids busy during the winter months!

The episode wraps up with local highlights book recommendations, celebrating the importance of community, connection, and shared experiences.

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This week on ROC Lifestyle, the ladies are back with their usual banter. The snow has officially hit the ROC, and we are feeling it

They segue into the current state of our country—where they stand and what the local community has to say about it.

(We encourage our beloved followers to always lead with kindness, even if you don’t agree with our opinions. Our mission is, and always will be: support local, love, and kindness.)

They jump into their usual highlights:

Amanda shares her experience at Woodcliff Spa, hote...

This week on ROC Lifestyle, the ladies are back with a deep dive into one of their favorite shows, Tell Me Lies

They also share some local highlights and last-minute Valentine’s Day reservation ideas

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Welcome back to another episode of ROC Lifestyle

This week, the ladies dive into the latest in pop culture—from mom-group drama and new music releases to some spicy podcast-world controversies. They also chat about what’s new to watch, break down Golden Globe looks, and share their hot takes.

Plus, they highlight what’s happening locally: new pizza spots popping up, Thai food finds, Valentine’s menus at local coffee shops, and a few upcoming events you’ll want on your radar.

RBC Book Club Reminder: Don’t forget to read our current pick...

Happy New Year Roc Loves! This week the ladies are back with their words for the New Year. We are relaxed and we will rise in 2026.

They get into the importance of enjoying their accomplishments rather than just checking off goals. Next, they chat about some delicious local dining highlights — be sure to check our linktree @roclifestyle_ for those details.

All this and more on this week’s episode of Roc Lifestyle!

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Highlights: @fairpour (adventure place) @thecoterierestaurant @lento.re...

Merry Christmas!

Details to our Holiday giveaway are in the episode or head on over to our instagram @Roclifestyle_ to enter!

This week, the ladies are back with some local highlights

As the holidays quickly approach, we get into personal experiences, Vanessa’s show from this past weekend, and the continued journey Amanda is on with her book.

We also recap what we’ve been reading for our RBC pick, Heart of Christmas

@roclifestyle_ — check out our linktree for all the local highlights from this episode, plus where you can donate toys and give back this season 🤍

Amanda and Vanessa are back after a short break and jump right into life updates, starting with a visit to the cutest café where you can sip coffee and craft something with your hands. They talk about the excitement of Amanda’s newly self-published book! Then they segway into our book club RBC pick! Advent the Heart of Christmas. They chat the premier of the "new" Vanderpump rules and why reality TV somehow always finds a way to blow up friendships.

They also get into the local coffee and donation guide they recently provided on black Friday! The...

This week, the ladies are back with more local highlights. Amanda recaps her visit to the grand opening of 7Brew Drive-Thru Coffee on West Ridge Road in Greece, while Vanessa shares her stops at Salty Girl in East Rochester, Goodman Bakes (her family loved the variety of treats), and Eden Coffee Shop for a festive Holiday latte.

They also talk community giving back, including a shout-out to Simply Crepes and other local businesses, and Amanda shares shelters accepting gently used items for holiday donations.

The ladies chat about the upcoming holidays, their plans, Christmas trees...

This week, Amanda and Vanessa catch up on all the chaos and fun happening in their worlds — family updates, new routines, and the shows they’re obsessed with right now. They dive into fresh holiday baking trends, the best local spots to support this season, and a few can’t-miss coffee and dining finds around Rochester.

They swap favorite Christmas movies, chat about what they’re reading lately, and share upcoming plans for community events and future episodes. Cozy, chaotic, and full of recs — this one has all the cozy vibes.

This week on Roc Lifestyle — Amanda’s joined by the one and only Maggie Coleman from Roc Girl Walks! Maggie spills all the details about her amazing experience strutting in Rochester Fashion Week with Panache, and things get real fun when the ladies start debating espresso martinis — are you team creamy or team cold brew vibes?

They chat local hot spots, cozy winter drinks coming our way, and a few community events you’ll definitely want on your calendar. Vanessa pops in at the end to share even more local highlights and how we can give back through...

In this episode, Amanda and Vanessa catch up on life lately — from Amanda powering through a tough 5k to Vanessa got herself a new car. They chat about all the fall fun with their families, favorite food and drink spots, and some local events and highlights coming up. Plus, a little talk about giving back to our community with donating to local food pantry.

Check out our link tree for all the details!

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The ladies are back—now on a new day! Join us from now on every Friday!

This week, they dive into fall fun and local activities they’ve been enjoying, plus highlight some exciting upcoming local events. Vanessa shares a winter pop-up she’s partaking in, and it’s less than a month until Amanda’s book is out! Is Christmas really around the corner already? All that and more on today’s Roc Lifestyle!

The ladies are back after a little hiatus! Vanessa just returned from a European adventure and shares all the eats, sights, and social experiences from her travels. Amanda held down the fort, enjoying all the fall festivities, and now they’re catching up on what’s new—plus some local highlights!

Don’t forget to read along with us: Stacy Willingham’s Forget Me Not.

Local picks this week: Mendon Brunch on the Brook and Fazool's Italian Bistro, New City cafe& Roastery. And don’t miss the Bristol Mountain Fall Festival this weekend from 11–5!

This week the ladies are back with some more fall highlights! Rochester and all its neighboring towns have been partaking in kick off to fall and we aren't missing any of it! A new play cafe has opened in Webster, which has Amanda very excited for future dates with her daughter. Vanessa updates on the trip she is about to leave for, LONDON BABY! Tune in for some local news, some fun pop culture banter and more!

Don't forget to read along with us for RBC! Roc Book Club, our next pick is Forget Me Not by...

PSA: We know this episode starts a little differently—our software wasn’t cooperating, so there’s no intro music this time. Thanks for hanging in there with us!

The ladies are back with even more fall fun, and they’ve got plenty of seasonal highlights to share. Vanessa kicks things off by chatting about her new Bake My Day cornbread special, a treat you won’t want to miss. From there, they explore a variety of local spots, including newly opened restaurants and cozy coffee shops perfect for crisp autumn mornings.

They also dive into fall...

Amanda and Vanessa are back with a few fall highlights this week! As far as they’re concerned, it’s opening weekend—head to Schutts Apple Mill in Penfield/Webster for a fun-filled kick-off to the season. Plus, there’s a new outdoor brewery and small live music spot opening in Fairport that’s giving all the fall vibes.

Vanessa shares her Fall Bake My Day menu, Amanda chats about her upcoming novel debut and some motherhood transitions, and the ladies also get into Boulder Coffee’s Virgo menu. They wrap it up with this season’s book club pick...

The ladies are back with another week of Roc Lifestyle! Amanda shares a birthday recap and all the local adventures that came with it, including a review of Bookeater Cafe and the grand opening of Little House Roc. They wrap things up with pop culture chatter, including a recap of the latest Love Island reunion, and a sneak peek at what’s coming with our next book club pick, stay tuned!

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This week the ladies are back with a special guest, Maggie Coleman, local real estate agent and founder of the growing community Roc Girl Walks. She is bringing like-minded women together and creating a safe space to build new friendships.

They start off with week 10 of their coffee series, including a few announcements about what’s to come this fall. Then Maggie joins the conversation for a fun conversation, and they wrap things up with local highlights and a touch of reality TV pop culture updates.

Coffee shops mentioned this week!

Kershaw Koffee & Sn...

This week we’re sharing all the nostalgic pop culture moments—from favorite celebrities to shows we grew up with—before diving into weeks 8 & 9 of our coffee series, complete with unique drinks and cozy café vibes. We also dish on new food discoveries and local highlights, from exciting new restaurants to family-friendly activities you’ll want to check out. We wrap things up with our weekend plans and upcoming family outings, all about celebrating community and the shared experiences that make ROC feel like home.

coffee shops from series!

AM:FM Coffee Cocktails Vinyl

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****Spoilers will be in this episode as it is a full book review and recap!

This week the ladies are back with their book club pick, The Tenant by Frieda McFadden!

Enjoy this fun episode about books and stay tuned for our next book club pick in near future.

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The ladies are back this week with week 7 of their coffee series! Listen for some fun things to do this weekend in and around the Roc!

Coffee shops talked about!

Rise and Grind (North Chili)

Layali (Henrietta)

The Localist (Chili)

Quigley's (Penfield)

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Tune in next week for RBC! Roc Book Club, we read The Tenant by Frieda McFadden

The ladies are back after a brief hiatus! Amanda kicks things off by recapping her recent 5K race at Hamlin Beach and reflecting on the highs. The coffee journey continues as they dive into weeks 5 and 6 of their local coffee shop series, with fresh takes, favorite sips, and cozy vibes.

Vanessa spotlights upcoming happenings around Rochester, from events to local buzz. Whether you're here for the coffee talk or just need a catch-up with your favorite duo, this episode brings all the warm, familiar energy you’ve missed.

Coffee Shops Featured:

In this episode of Roc Lifestyle, the ladies are back after a week off. They return to week 3 & 4 of their coffee series!. They touch on a few local highlights. Amanda recaps her time in Lake Placid and Vanessa shares her experience after winning a local giveaway to Rise and Shine! The episode wraps up with discussions on TV shows, particularly Love Island, and plans for future coffee adventures.

Tune in for our upcoming Roc Book club Episode! We will be reviewing the Tenant by Frieda Mcfadden

Coffee shops visited!

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Amanda and Vanessa are back with week two of their Rochester Coffee Series and the caffeine was flowing! This week’s lineup includes stops at Mercury Coffee Co., Leaf and Bean, Java’s, and Hydra Coffee, and yes, they’ve got thoughts. From bold brews to chill vibes, they’re spilling the beans on it all. They also dish on a dreamy fine dining night at Reddwood and dive into the drama of the latest Love Island USA season. Stay tuned for their upcoming giveaway with Spin & Savor!

It’s lattes, luxury, and low-key chaos with a preview of...

Amanda and Vanessa are back and kicking off week one of their Rochester Coffee Series! In this episode, they break down their visits to four local spots — Fairpour, Pure Imagination Cafe, Clown Boy Coffee, and Montgomery Court Cafe — sharing honest reviews on the vibes, drinks, and standout details at each. Along the way, they catch up on summer life, including strawberry picking adventures and their unfiltered thoughts on the latest season of Love Island USA! Don't forget to keep reading along with them, The Tenant by Freida McFadden for Roc Book Club- episode coming soon!

In this episode of ROC Lifestyle, the ladies kick things off with their new coffee series, chatting about local spots they’ve tried and asking listeners to send in their favorites. They share updates on their fitness routines, including Vanessa’s first time at Spoke Cycle and how it pushed her in all the right ways. Then they dive into the latest season of Love Island, breaking down cast dynamics and early impressions. The conversation shifts to the state of reality TV—especially The Bachelor—and whether it’s still holding up. They wrap things up with a look at their c...

The ladies are back and diving right into all the things—starting with their latest book club obsession, The Teacher by Frieda McFadden. Amanda and Vanessa share their hot takes, jaw-drop moments, and predictions for what’s coming next. From there, it’s a reality TV spiral (you know we had to), touching on the newest seasons of Love Island and the ever-evolving world of influencer culture. With Pride Month around the corner, they highlight local events, new coffee spots worth checking out, and ways to show up for the community. Plus, some fun personal updates, family-friendly recs, and what’s...

The ladies are back after a whirlwind few weeks, and they’re catching you up on all the things—local coffee runs, hidden food gems, and what’s been happening behind the scenes. Amanda shares updates on her writing journey and the latest book club picks. Vanessa updates us on her upcoming popup event on June 7th!

Settle in—it’s a cozy catch-up you don’t want to miss.