Change does not come easy in New England. We, as a people, take pride in our traditions, our celebrations and our festivals. Our weather might change at the drop of a hat, but a true New Englander knows what season is upon…
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Sponsored by Vermont Begins Here and Better Bennington Corporation By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. There’s a certain magic to holiday shopping in a town that still feels like a community. In Bennington, Vermont, that magic lives in every storefront window, every…
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By Chris Mays and Bob Audette, Vermont Country Magazine Southern Vermont’s food scene is evolving with a blend of tradition, innovation, and community spirit. From a Brattleboro-based granola company taking on new ownership to a reimagined riverside restaurant and a café revival…
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By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. Located in Downtown Bennington, the Bennington Community Market (BCM) is a go-to spot for locals and visitors looking for fresh, high-quality food. This winter, BCM continues to offer the best of Vermont under one roof, now…
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By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. Since opening in Downtown Bennington, Steve and Liz of The Angry Egg 2 have been redefining breakfast, lunch, and brunch with creativity, local focus, and community spirit. After a successful run in Connecticut, the family-owned business…
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By Anne Archer, Vermont Country correspondent. This holiday season, Jariya Wannapat, founder and chef of TAAN Cuisine of Siam is giving thanks to her customers and community by donating the gift of Tom Kha soup to the Bennington Empty Bowls fundraiser. “I…
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The Village Peddler and Village Chocolate Shoppe Offer a Piece of Vermont, Everywhere By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine “Chocolate is an experience… it’s something you feel, and it carries tradition. It can be a taste of childhood or a new experience,”…
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By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. Picture a crisp Vermont autumn afternoon: golden leaves swirl outside, while inside, the air is thick with the irresistible aroma of rich cocoa. At the Chocolatorium in East Arlington, you don’t just buy chocolate, you step…
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By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. Step through the doors of TAAN in downtown Bennington, and the Green Mountains fade into the background as the scents of lemongrass, coconut, and fresh herbs carry you halfway across the world. This isn’t just dinner,…
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By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. Looking out the window of your elegant suite at The Reluctant Panther, the Green Mountains rise gently in the distance, framed by the golden glow of Vermont sunlight. In that moment, you realize: this isn’t just…
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By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. The scent of garlic, the sound of live music, and the hum of community spirit will fill the streets of Bennington once again this Labor Day Weekend as Garlic Town USA celebrates its 30th anniversary on…
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