The 2015 Best of Syracuse party was hosted on Thursday, Oct. 8, at SKY Armory.
NOTE: The names in the photo captions are in no particular order.
Best Library – Liverpool Public Library: Dorothy Morgan, Stephanie Zwolinski, Kieth Gatling, Luke Connor and Sara Westcott. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Local Health Store – Natur-Tyme: Wendy Meyerson and Andy Fox. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best TV Personality – Wayne Mahar. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Country Band – Custom Taylor Band: Amy Doan, Joe Beccheria, Jake Capozzolo, Rob Spagnoletti, Brett Nelson and Chris Taylor. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Kids Party Place – Sky Zone: Judd Simon and Joe Hays. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Yoga Studio – Lotus Life: Kim Fischer, Joyce Green and Heather Murfitt. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Jazz Band – Second Line Syracuse: Melissa Gardiner, Kiel Clark, Gabriel DiMartino and Nick Abelgore. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Adult Club – Paradise Found: DJ Crow and Kiana Smith. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Wedding Band/DJ – Syracuse Sound Machine: Jason Paussa and daughter Avery Paussa. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Local Book Store – Books and Melodies: Buggar Romano, Jon Goode, Sophie Lagrow, AJ Smith, Lt. Mayor and Lydia. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Local Frozen Treat – Sweet Frog: Maria Trexler. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Local Brew – Middle Ages: Jason Allen and Jess Reaves. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Karaoke Venue – Singer’s Karaoke Club: Holly Berlin and Jeramy Schormach. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Food Truck/Food Stand – Lady Bug Lunch Box: Pam Dwyer. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Female Vocalist – Ashley Cox. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Beer Selection – World of Beer: Brooke Lyons and Cody Van Auken. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Local Mexican Restaurant – Alto Cinco: Emma Brennan, Tom Ward, Mikey Andrianos and Michael Riepma. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Local Shoe Store – Fleet Feet: Mary Scouten and Mike LaVelle. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Ethnic Festival – Fiesta Italiana: Terry Charles and Julian Charles. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Hip Hop Artist/Band – Sophistafunk. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Spot for Lunch for Two and Best Local Italian Restaurant – Pastabilities: Erik Henning. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Dance Spot – Lava: Justin Yeomans and Joe Campbell. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Cover Band and Best Rock Band – Under the Gun: Lee Anderson, Jon Celi, Jimmy Falco and Mark Reagan. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Tattoo/Piercing Shop – Tymeless Tattoo: Kyle Proja, Adam Golden, Joshua Heckert, Jim Sidelinger, Jeremy Mastine, James Coldiron, Zachary Wheeler and Brian Manos. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Local Thia Restaurant – Lemon Grass: Kayoung Nam, Ploy Chapman and Billy Kingston. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Radio Personality and Best Social Media Personality – Ted and Amy: Ted Long and Amy Robbins. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Children’s Party Entertainer – Jeff the Magic Man: Jeff Dambrosio. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Club DJ – DJ Skeet. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Local Salon – Joseph Anthony and Co.: Stacy DiRaddo, Rebecca Snyder, Debora Holcomb, Lonna Olands, Deirdre Petrie, Hanna Piper, Ashlee Brown, Erica Blisz, Amanda Cruz, Tina Doupe, Arron Allen, Michelle Cretaro and Lisa Scheirer. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Bike Shop – Syracuse Bicycle: John Parker and Paul Komanecky. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Local Barbeque and Best Caterer – Dinosaur Bar-B-Que: Emily Whalen and Bob Baker. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best LGBT-Friendly Bar – Trexx: Al Salotti and Dan Liadka. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best New Restaurant – CORE: Meggan Camp, Michael Mudge and Cate McCaughlin. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Music Festival – M&T Jazz Fest: Frank Malfitano. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Professional Photographer – Sarah Heppell. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Zumba – YMCAs of Greater Syracuse: Jennifer Schultz. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Health Club – YMCAs of Greater Syracuse: Jessica Desrosiers and Stephanie Nobile. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best After School Program – YMCAs of Greater Syracuse: Holly Kontak, Kelly Wentworth and Amber Shannon. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Consignment Shop – Plato’s Closet: Courtney Tousaw and Hannah Gray. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Organized Walk/Run – Susan G. Komen Walk for the Cure: Deb Nosky, Kate Flannery and Jessica Bell. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Restaurant to get a Veggie Dish – Strong Hearts Cafe: Lynea Snyder, Julianna Nolan and Devan Coon. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Art Classes – Painting with a Twist: Ken Pattyfote. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Bartender – Jim Ouderkirk (Al’s Wine and Whisky) Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Dance Program – Syracuse School of Dance: Mary Pat Spano and Patty Brundage. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Local Middle Easter Restaurant – King David’s Restaurant: Blaine Bajjaly and Caitlin Storinge. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Bowling Alley – Flamingo Bowl: Jack Hamlin and Mary Jo Hamlin. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Local Breakfast Spot – Stella’s: Mary Martin, Jacob Martin and Jessica Martin. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Blog – Syracuse Nostalgia: Brian Hamilton. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Ice Skating – Clinton Square: Joe Burns and Matt Bain. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Local Bar – Empire Brewing Co.: Anna Diaz and Breanne Barzee. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Place to Buy Baby Goods – Babies ‘R Us: Carrie Murray and Dave Taylor. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Blues Band – Los Blancos: Steve Winston and Colin Aberdeen. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Walking/Running Trails, Best Park and Best Golf Course – Green Lakes: Laura Tully and Honesty Rohrer. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Venue for Live Music – Paper Mill Island: Dick Clarke and Gregg Humphrey. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Furniture Store – Raymour and Flanigan: Brian Green, Mark Edwards, Ryan Judd, Chuck Steele, Nicole Gulich and Todd St. Peter. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Museum – Everson Museum: Sarah Massett and Kim Griffiths. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Trivia Night – Clark’s Ale House: Heather Hanlon. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Early Childhood Program – Learn as You Grow: Joshua Lagrow and Colleen Cavanaugh. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Spot for a Date Night – Armory Square: Mark Cardone. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times
Best Romantic Getaway – Alexandria Bay: Mary Campeau, Keri Jobson and Christine Penrose. Michael Davis Photo | Syracuse New Times