Whether you’re a resident or tourist in Albany, you should take some time to explore the diverse food options available in the city. Besides having a sumptuous dining experience in a popular restaurant, you can also grab a quick bite at a deli the locals favor. Here are three great sandwich shops in Albany.

Maurice’s Pearl Street Delicatessen

Located in downtown Albany, Maurice’s Pearl Street Delicatessen is a family-owned sandwich shop that provides an authentic New-York-style deli experience. It makes its sandwiches with traditionally-cooked deli meats, made-from-scratch dressings, and locally baked fresh bread. Patrons recommend that you try its roast beef, corned beef, and pastrami sandwiches, which are prepared with perfectly-cooked top-grade beef.

Cardona’s Market

Cardona’s Market has a deli that offers cold cuts, sandwiches, and salads. There are 20 different types of cold cuts for you to choose from, including Boars Head quality cold cut meats and homemade roast beef and turkey. In addition, this deli has 17 signature sandwiches, baked ciabatta sandwiches, hot and cold subs, and a great selection of ingredients for building your own sandwich.

Genoa Importing

This Italian deli is situated about five miles north of Albany in Loudonville. Besides sandwiches and subs, it also serves stuffed focaccias, pasta, pizzas, salads, and soups. Its sandwich menu comprises 30 items, from the regular roast beef and ham-and-cheese sandwiches to Italian deli fare such as bologna and mortadella sandwiches.

Other than these three sandwich shops, there are many other places in and around Albany that offer fresh, delicious sandwiches. You may discover a few hidden gems on your own while you’re exploring the city.

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If you need a truck for work or for life, then you will want to consider the Nissan Frontier. It is a great truck for getting things done quickly, efficiently, and safely. It can also make work a bit more fun. Here’s how the 2018 Nissan Frontier gets the job done.

Secure Hauling

While most trucks are capable of hauling heavy loads, doing so may not always be safe. That is because it can be difficult to secure heavy loads. The 2018 Nissan Frontier has an optional Utili-Track channel system designed with multiple channels and connection points to help you secure heavy loads. That way, you can feel comfortable driving with whatever you need to haul.

High-Powered Engine

The 2018 Nissan Frontier is capable of towing up to 6,710 pounds thanks to its 4-liter V-6 engine. This means you can tow recreational vehicles and midsized trailers. You can even take them off-road since the Frontier can handle rough terrain without losing power.

Off-Road Capabilities

The 2018 Nissan Frontier is capable of going off-road easily. It is equipped with a V-6 engine, five-speed automatic transmission, and Bilstein off-road shocks. The Frontier also comes with all-terrain tires that can handle dirt and snow easily.

Nissan’s 2018 models are going to bring some significant changes to the market. If you need a working vehicle that is great for your personal life too, then the Nissan Frontier is a great option. Visit Destination Nissan to see how the 2018 Nissan Frontier can make next year more productive.

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The Nissan Sentra has been a leading sedan for years. It is praised for its design, style, safety, and affordability. The 2018 model year is quickly approaching, and the Sentra has a new version coming out. Here are three things you’ll love about the 2018 Nissan Sentra.

Sensor Technology

Cars are getting sensor technologies to help you drive more effectively. The 2018 Nissan Sentra comes with a standard sensor technology package, which includes lane departure warning, rear cross-traffic warning, blind spot warning, and automatic emergency braking systems. These systems give you an advantage in avoiding accidents.

New Style

The Sentra is getting a new style with unique design features. One of the most notable features is the headlight design that is only available on the Sentra. The grille has been redesigned as well, giving the Sentra a more aggressive, sporty design. Combined with 17-inch alloy wheels, the 2018 Nissan Sentry is changing the overall Nissan style.

Customizable Features

There is a wide range of customizations you can choose for your Sentra. Fog lights, spoilers, and floor mats are common customizations. However, you can add features like a remote engine start system, Siri Eyes Free, and a Bose premium audio system.

The 2018 Nissan Sentra is going to be a big step forward for Nissan next year. Visit Destination Nissan to find out more about the upcoming 2018 models, including the 2018 Nissan Sentra, and how they can make your driving experience safer, more affordable, and more enjoyable.

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Keeping your car clean is important, but it can be challenging. It is very easy to get dirt and other debris trapped in your car, and the only way to get it out is to use a vacuum. There is a process that makes it easier. Here’s how to vacuum your car like a pro.

Use the Right Vacuum

You can vacuum your car with any type of vacuum, but using the right vacuum makes it much easier. You want one that has enough suction power to pick up debris, can use bristle attachments, and can easily reach deep into your car. Shop-Vacs work very well for this purpose, since they have long hoses and are flexible. You can even get the right attachments from places like Walmart.

Start From the Top

It is important to start from the highest surface and work your way down. That way, any loose debris that is knocked down will be vacuumed up later. The dashboard is a good place to start, followed by the armrests, seats, and then the floor.

Start Big, Then Go for the Small

Another good tip is to start with large open areas, then go for the small places that need other attachments or flexibility. This will let you see the most progress in the shortest amount of time. This also keeps debris from falling into crevices and hidden spots after you vacuumed them.

Vacuuming your car is important for maintaining its value over time. The service team at Destination Nissan can help you find better ways of vacuuming your car and keeping it clean.

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We are officially in the LAST week before Christmas and because of who I am as a person I have done ZERO shopping for the holidays. I have 3 DAYS to get my life together, but every time I go to target with the intention to buy gifts for my family and friends I end up finding something and thinking to myself “You know who would REALLY love this? ME.” It’s not great. So now, I have to get gifts for EVERYONE and somehow fit ALL of them into my car. The good news is that I drive the Nissan Rogue Sport, currently one of the specials at Destination Nissan.

 

My Rogue Sport is a somewhat magical creature in that it somehow finds a way for me to fit EVERYTHING without having to precariously perch items in my trunk and back seat. I have a lot of items and let me tell you, the storage in my Rogue. Such. Storage. Mom said it couldn’t be done, but I got all of the gifts in the car. Now I just need to race home to wrap these bad boys.

 

Because it is the week before Christmas all main roads are wall to wall traffic. As I am also an impatient woman, I do not have the time for such nonsense. I am about to go where few dare to go in this cold and questionable weather. BACK ROADS. After that super random day of 50 degrees this week there was some mud and sections of ice, very confusing. But did that deter me? Not even a little. My Rogue Sport can handle it. It literally has sport in the name! Backroads are no match for my magnificent Rogue. Challenge accepted.

 

If your procrastination game is just as strong and you need to a vehicle that can keep up, the Nissan Rogue Sport from Destination Nissan is the vehicle you need to get it all done. Your mother-in-law never has to find out just how much you procrastinated this year and isn’t that reason enough. Stop by Destination Nissan today and get your extreme holiday vehicle!   

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When I was a small child I was convinced that by the year 2000 we would be driving flying cars, be able to communicate with just our minds, wearing a LOT of metallic spandex, and a strong possibility of a robot revolution. Here I sit, in 2017. No flying cars (YET), we have pretty advanced cell phones, but not quite mind powered messaging, and fortunately no robot overlords. My wardrobe IS largely metallic spandex, but that’s not really a universal thing yet, give it time. Ya win some, ya lose some. So cars aren’t flying, BUT there have been some CRAZY advances in the past few years that are definitely shaping the cars of tomorrow. Today I thought it might be fun to take a look at one of the new concept vehicles Nissan has introduced this year to show what near future of driving could look like.

 

Today’s concept vehicle is a whole new frontier for off-roading. Literally. It’s the Nissan Frontier Attack which was introduced in June at the 2017 Buenos Aires Auto Show. This intense piece of machinery took its cue from the unfriendly terrain in Latin America, is very reminiscent of the larger than life “Monster Trucks”. Created by the Nissan Design Center in Rio de Janeiro (NDA-Rio) the vehicle has a revolutionary design and robust equipment that pickup lovers will not be able to resist!

 

Raised up a solid 40 mm higher than the current production version, with considerably larger roof and tires it’s no wonder its designers nicknamed it “the beast.” The Nissan Frontier Attack looks at challenging off-road terrain and laughs. The VDC (vehicle dynamic control) system helps to improve traction performance and safety on all four wheels. It continuously monitors steering and brakes, detects over steering or under steering, and reduces engine speed and/or applies the brakes to certain wheels to compensate. It electronically controls the vehicle’s traction and prevents it from skidding, overturning or losing control. The VDC system also interacts with other systems such as the anti-lock braking system that improves maneuverability in difficult situations.

 

The pickup also incorporates Nissan’s view of the future: Intelligent Mobility, created to guide product development and guarantee customers around the world a safer and more sustainable future. Nissan Frontier Attack Concept includes two systems that provide assistance on hills:

 

The HSA (Hill Start Assist) system has the facility for drivers to park the vehicle on a slope and put the vehicle into motion without the risk of moving backward. The system keeps the brakes applied for two seconds after the brake pedal is released.

 

The HDC (Hill Descent Control) system has the facility to control the vehicle’s speed of descent at between 4 km/h (4 x 4 low) and 7 km/h (4 x 4 high) and control the braking system so that the driver can concentrate fully on controlling the vehicle.

 

All in all this vehicle is sounding pretty beastly on all fronts! Hopefully, we’ll get to see this monster among trucks live in living color! The Future of Off-Roading is looking bright! In the meantime, stop by Destination Nissan today to see our current Nissan Frontier models or check out our selection of incredible trucks and SUVs!

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Ok, friends. I’m gonna level with you. When I was a teenager I was a TERRIBLE driver. I was always speeding down back roads of my hometown. I was more focused on what was on the radio and how I was going to pull off singing lead vocals AND backup vocals at the same time than I was on the road. An abominable snowman could have sauntered across the road and I probably would not have noticed him. It was not safe, I see that now. I was risking not only my life, but the lives of the people around me. I was lucky and no one got hurt, but someone could have been killed. Below, you will find some helpful tips to help you to be a better and safer driver.

The Basics

• Obey the speed limits. They are there for a reason. If you’re going 60 in a 30 you have a lot less reaction time and you’re increasing your risk of accident and serious injury.

• Always wear your seatbelt – Honestly, your seatbelt could be the only thing standing between you and death.

• Adjust your car’s headrest to a height behind your head – not your neck – to minimize whiplash in case you’re in an accident.

• Make sure your windshield is clean. A stray beam of light reflecting off your dirty windshield can blind you from seeing what’s going on. Even temporary loss of vision is dangerous.

• Experts now recommend that you hold the steering wheel at either 3 and 9 o’clock on the wheel, or even lower at 4 and 8 o’clock. If you’re in an accident and the airbags go off, you’ll be safer with your hands not flying into your face from the impact of the airbags.

Be Considerate

• Don’t drive like you own the road. Drive like you own the car.

• Don’t assume you know where another driver is going or what they are doing. You can only be sure of what you are doing. Turn signals will only tell you where a driver is likely to go. Always proceed with caution.

• Watch out for aggressive drivers, and try to stay out of their way.

• Never pull out in front of anyone or swerve into someone else’s lane.

Be Aware

• Make sure your car always has gas in it.

• If you’re in the country or any wooded area, watch out for deer and other animals.  If you see an animal approaching, slow down and flash your lights repeatedly. Dusk and dawn are particularly bad times for running into animals, so be on the lookout for them.

• When the light turns green, make sure intersection clears before you go.

 

If you’re a parent of a new driver and you’re looking for a safe vehicle for your teen, check out the Nissan Versa Note or the Nissan Rogue, both of which were rated as top safety picks for teen drivers. Stop by Destination Nissan today to check them out!

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The 370Z Roadster delivers exactly what you want from a two-door sports car. It has the stylish looks, raw power, and that old-school muscle car vibe that caters to the traditional sports car fan. Read on to find out exactly what makes the 370Z Roadster such a blast to drive.

Excellent Handling

Fans of sports cars look for precision control, the ability to turn efficiently at speed. The 370Z Roadster has excellent handling and effortless cornering thanks to its small size and lightweight body. Compared to larger sport coupe cars, the 370Z Roadster’s nimbleness is unmatched, making it ideal for true sports cars fans who value precision driving.

Powerful Engine

Impressive handling alone is not enough to persuade people to part with their money. A good sports car must also have a powerful engine with excellent acceleration. The Nissan 370Z Roadster delivers with its 3.7-liter V6 engine that hits 332 horsepower and 270 pound-feet of torque. To pair with the powerful V6 engine, you can choose either the base seven-speed automatic transmission or a six-speed manual, depending on your preference.

Awesome Acceleration

It’s all well and good having good handling and a powerful engine, but how does the 370Z Roadster perform? The Nissan 370Z Roadster accelerates from zero to 60 mph in just 5.5 seconds, leaving the competition in the dust.

The Nissan 370Z Roadster is one of the most fun sports cars to drive thanks to its impressive acceleration, superb handling, and powerful engine.

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Nissan always innovates, and the electric hatchback Nissan Leaf is one of the Japanese manufacturer’s most modern vehicles. Seven years after its initial launch, the Leaf has a firmly cemented place in the electric vehicle market.

The upcoming 2018 model promises improvements to an already excellent vehicle—here are three reasons to drive the 2018 Nissan Leaf.

1. Advanced Technology

The 2018 Nissan Leaf comes with a slew of nifty technology features that make driving this car even safer. Intelligent movement detection technology can sense potential trouble and help you avoid accidents with rear cross-traffic alerts, pedestrian detections, and automatic emergency braking.

Additional tech features that add convenience and safety include cruise control for effortless maintenance of speed and lane keep assist to ensure you don’t drift into other lanes.

2. More Electric Range

Nissan has refined the 2018 Leaf to increase its range. At 150 miles, the new Leaf model takes you farther than ever before without having to recharge. The 240-volt fast charging capability now gives you an impressive 22 miles of range from a one hour charge, while the powerful 50 kW public charging gives 88 miles of range in just 30 minutes.

3. Bold Looks

The 2018 Nissan Leaf has a bolder upgraded style with a unique translucent blue grille, sharp lines, and its signature “floating” roof.

For its enviable combination of style, modern technology, and superb electric range, you can’t go wrong with the eco-friendly 2018 Nissan Leaf.

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