SWEET BUZZINGS OF THE FINGERLAKES BLOG

May was sweet, rainy, and full of buzzworthy happenings here at Fingerlakes Honey Company. In case you missed any of it, here’s a little recap of what we’ve been stirring up, from fresh flavors to fun events and new ideas to make your summer even sweeter. So grab your Honey Lavender Lemonade, settle in to your comfy chair and find out what you might have missed. If you'd like to like to be updated more regularly, subscribe to our blog.

The sun is shining, flowers are blooming, and the buzzing has officially begun here in the Finger Lakes. That means it's time to get outside, and also time to keep an eye out for our winged and sometimes stinging neighbors. From honey bees to hornets, the local air traffic is picking up, and so is the risk of an unexpected “hello” from a stinger.

Here at Fingerlakes Honey Company, we believe in celebrating the sweetness and strength that mothers bring to the world. And what better way to do that than by indulging in the very essence of nature- honey and all the delicious products that come with it? So grab your honey-sweetened tea or coffee and find out some creative ways you can celebrate the Queen Bee in your life!

Love is in the air—and so are the bees! If you're looking to host a celebration that's equal parts charming, sweet, and eco-friendly, a bee-themed bridal shower or wedding is the perfect way to honor the buzzworthy couple in your life (or yourself—go on, queen bee 👑).

This 5-course Resurrection Day meal is designed to help you celebrate (or make even if you don't celebrate)—

St. Patrick’s Day is coming and it is more than just shamrocks and green outfits—it’s a time to gather with loved ones

March marks the celebration of National Craft Month! It's a time to honor the creators, makers, and artisans who pour their hearts and hands

Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion to indulge in a romantic dinner filled with rich flavors, intimate touches, and a bit of

Hello again, Sweet Friends! Can you believe we are halfway through December already? Time is sure flying! Today is National "I Love Honey...

Thanksgiving is fast approaching but have no fear... from sides to desserts, Fingerlakes Honey Company has got you covered this year! Squash, carrots and stuffing, to rolls, turkey and pie, the sweet flavor of honey shines through in all of these recipes … which means you are sure to make one mouthwatering Thanksgiving dinner!

Autumn in the bee yard is a season of preparation, gratitude, and change. It’s our final honey harvest of the year

Today, we're donning our tiny beekeeper hats and diving deep into the buzzing metropolis that is a honey bee hive. Imagine a bustling castle

Grab your iced coffee and settle in to read about why local honey is so expensive compared to grocery store honey.

July is an awesome month for celebrations. Independence Day fireworks will be lighting up the sky and it’s also Disability Awareness Month.

Let us take you on a behind-the-scenes tour of how we extract honey, ensuring each jar is filled with the purest, most delicious honey.

This weekend, we will find ourselves knee-deep in honey as we begin our much-anticipated Spring Honey Harvest.

Buzz into some tips on preparing your garden, attracting honey bees, and making your space a bee-friendly haven.

May 20th is just around the corner, and hopefully you know what that means – it's time to celebrate World Bee Day!

Find out what we've been up to at our apiary for the month of April.