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13-06-2025
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Pizza Week 2025: Factory by Beer Tree
JOHNSON CITY, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – News 34 Pizza Week continues with a stop at the Oakdale Commons. Our Special Pizza Correspondent, Mike Tanzini, shows us how Factory by Beer Tree is brewing up the perfect pizza to partner with its craft beer. Shake, Shimmy, Pivot, Turn. Are these dance moves? Not quite. These are the moves you need to master if you're going to be a successful pizza maker at Factory by Beer Tree Brew, an anchor tenant located at the ever-improving Oakdale Commons. Known for its good vibes and wide selection of cold, crisp craft beer, Factory also offers both traditional and non-traditional pizza pies to keep people coming back. Server and Bartender Jackie Ryder says their location is always booming with new customers. 'It's brought in a lot of people as well. The new Dave and Busters is bringing in a lot of people from out of town. They don't have a whole lot of craft beer, so we have the craft beer that brings people in,' said Ryder. Those pizza patrons keep coming back once they've had a chance to try a Factory Pie – a recipe that prides itself on simplicity, quality, and flavor. The dough is a hybrid of a Neapolitan-style and a semolina dough. 'Both of those doughs are high in protein and gluten, which makes for an airier, softer, chewier, but crisp pizza crust on the outside as well,' said Pizza Maker Nick Aiken. The dough is lightly coated in flour on both sides, and all of the air is pressed out of it which is critical for even cooking. 'You want to push out any air bubbles you might feel because you want to eliminate as many air sockets as you possibly can, so once it's going into the oven, it's an even cook,' said Aiken. Nick also shows me the proper way to spread and expand the dough. 'This is my dominant hand so I want to move this.' 'It's repetition and muscle memory. You'll get a feel for it,' said Aiken. This prevents holes from forming, a lesson that I could've used earlier this week! It's a good way to keep from tearing or ripping or creating too much pressure to make this side of the pizza a little thinner. This helps with the balance and even cooking along with the integrity of the dough. I hate to say it, but we learned that through experience this week. Now, the moment of truth – can we transfer the dough onto the peel without ripping it? 'This is kind of like putting the baby to bed – nice and gentle – no tears.' Now it's time to lay on the sauce – no fancy gimmicks or tricks – just simple, quality, fresh ingredients. 'What we like to say is that simplicity is king. We let the ingredients, the dough, and cheese itself do a lot of the talking. This is really simple. We have a tomato and a roasted garlic base, and we add herbs and spices just to bring it to life a little bit, but that's as much as I can tell you,' said Aiken. Nick applies the sauce using a cross pattern, which is a first for News 34 Pizza Week! 'The cross method. I don't think I've ever seen that before.' 'That's something you just learn through the trade. Some people make a spiral, some make a cross, and that helps cover the surface area so all of the parts touch that sauce instead of starting at one end and trying to disperse it throughout the rest of the pizza. You end up running out of sauce at the end, and it helps provide an event coat,' said Aikan. The toppings are applied underneath the cheese which creates a unique flavor combination that complements and melds all of the ingredients together for that perfect bite. And don't think that they're just tossing down toppings willy-nilly. Nick wants each customer to have a consistent experience, so you'd better count your pepperoni. 'I don't want a single pepperoni under 23 or 24,' said Aikan. 'I think we're at like 22 and a half. I'm just trying to get creative here. Here's a half and three-quarters, and we're around the magic number. You can't take that out of Jim's pay. Sorry, Jim – the pizza business is tough.' We top the pies with a special trifecta of mozzarella, provolone, and cheddar cheeses, and we carefully place them into the 600-to-800-degree wood fire oven. We shimmy, shimmy, shake it in, and then swing and pivot when it's taken out,' said Aiken. 'Ok, now pivot and turn. The pivot is key.' Even with two left feet, I managed to land the pie safely on the dance floor. Time to celebrate our masterpiece and take a bit with my new Factory friends. 'Here we go, one bite, everyone knows the rules.' Cheers! You can watch Pizza Week episodes and vote in our favorite pizza poll here. BCSO Featured Warrant: Michael Pavlisak Undocumented man to be deported after raping, strangling woman in Delaware County Pizza Week 2025: Factory by Beer Tree 'Market Greens' addresses food insecurity in local community Fill the Bus Campaign raises money for local food bank Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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19-05-2025
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TCO's annual Opera and Beer event returning this week
JOHNSON CITY, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – A fan favorite event that celebrates an unlikely pairing is returning this week. Tri-Cities Opera is once again hosting Opera and Beer. This year's event will be held at Factory by Beer Tree in Johnson City. Guests will be able to enjoy dinner and craft beer as they hear from high-class talent. Musical selections are from popular operas and musicals. There will be drinking songs as well. General Director John Rozzoni says the event is perfect for people who are opera-curious because it strips away the formalities of the art, making it less intimidating. 'At TCO, we believe that opera is for everyone. I think a lot of people who are not as familiar with the art form, the entertainment form, think of a certain thing that's hundreds of years old, in a foreign language, big, extravagant. And yes, that's part of what opera is, but opera is also very much a living and breathing art form,' said Rozzoni. Rozzoni says the show is immersive, meaning performers will be drinking and cheers-ing along with the audience. Opera and Beer will take place on Tuesday and Thursday at 7 p.m., with doors opening at 6. Tickets are $30 and include one free drink coupon. To purchase and learn more, visit New York State DOT remembers fallen highway workers Willow Point appoints new administrator, increases wages for workers Audit alleges NYSEG violations JCC makes reading fun with Literacy Day TCO's annual Opera and Beer event returning this week Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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31-01-2025
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The ultimate guide to Galentine's Day in Greater Binghamton
GREATER BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – Valentine's Day is for the girls, so grab your besties and celebrate the bond you share with these local events. Greater Binghamton is home to several can't miss Galentine's Day activities this year. If you're looking for a special outing dedicated to the power of friendship, News 34 has got you covered. We've compiled a list of events that promote bonding and well-being with the ones you love most–your best friends. Coined by Leslie Knope of the hit TV show 'Parks and Recreation', Galentine's Day is an opportunity to declare your love and affection for your support system. Held on February 13, Galentine's Day is Knope's favorite February tradition. As the show grew in popularity, so did the unofficial holiday which is now celebrated by women across the world. Grab your girl gang and check out the following events! : Held on February 8, The Terracotta House is hosting its Valentine's Day Market at Factory by Beer Tree in Johnson City. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., guest can shop from 25 local small businesses who will be offering items such as candles, jewelry, clothing, sweet treats, and more. A permanent jewelry vendor will also be available. : If you liked the Valentine's Day Market, you're going to love the Galentine's Day Brunch. Come back to Factory on February 9 for its annual Galentine's event. Factory says this year's event is going to be bigger and better than ever before. There will be flash tats, Botox, a flower bar, brunch and drink specials, permanent jewelry, and more. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Beer Hall. No ticket is required to attend. : The Chalk Market, a local DIY creative art studio in Johnson City, is joining in on all of the Galentine's Day fun. The studio is hosting an afternoon of sweet treats and champagne on February 8. There will be a bloom bar with crystal vases as well as a mini DIY Valentine's Day sign. Tickets to the events are $40. Sessions will be held at 10, 12, 2 and 4 and will last approximately an hour and a half. : Looking for a new furry best friend? Every Cat's Dream has got you covered. The organization is hosting an adoption event at the Vestal Public Library on February 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come meet the sweet and fabulous felines while purchasing sweet treats and donating you bottles and cans to benefit the adoption agency. : The Broome County Regional Farmer's Market in the Town of Dickinson is inviting everyone to join to for a special cookie decorating class on February 9. Hosted by Sugared Sweet Cookies, those in attendance will participate in a step-by-step tutorial on how to decorate adorable Valentine's cookies that they will go home with. The event will be held at 2 p.m. : Looking for February's most fabulous brunch event? Join Factory by Beer Tree for the Broken Hearts Drag Brunch on February 15 as the area's best drag performers slay the house down from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tickets go on sale February 1 at 10 a.m. on the Factory by Beer Tree Facebook Page. The event is for those 18 years of age or older. Make it a Galentine's Day to remember as you gossip with your girls inside of a beautiful igloo at North Street Tavern in Endicott. There will be sweets treats, drinks, games, and surprises for the ladies in attendance. Reservations can be made for February 15 between the hours of 11 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Spaces are limited! Call (607)765-8163 by February 10 to book your spot. : Celebrate with your besties in style at 205 Dry's 7th Annual Galentine's Tea Party on February 16. The brunch will feature your choice of bottomless French 75s or bottomless mimosas as well as sweet and savory snacks. There will also be an appearance from cupid. Tickets to the event are $60. To reserve your spot, call (607) ultimate guide to Galentine's Day in Greater Binghamton Burger Mondays closing its doors Ending the work week with widespread rain before evening snow New York-native shooting champion returns home with gold Federal agents arrest undocumented immigrant after being released from Tompkins County Sheriff's Office Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
