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…
Read More →The Four Chimneys Inn: Bennington’s New Standard for Elegant Dining
A local treasure to discover: The Four Chimneys Inn Restaurant and cocktail bar, open to the public By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. You don’t just stay at the Four Chimneys Inn. Your visit starts with stepping onto its historic grounds, past…
Read More →Manchester Restaurants with Outdoor Seating to Visit This Summer
The Reluctant Panther The Reluctant Panther in Manchester offers one of southern Vermont’s most refined dining experiences. With a menu crafted from seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and an atmosphere that is both intimate and elegant, the restaurant has earned its place as…
Read More →TÖST: From Manchester, VT, to the Global Market
TÖST is a sparkling beverage crafted to offer the complexity of a fine wine without the alcohol. Designed for celebrations, quiet nights in, and everything in between, it’s become a favorite among those seeking a buzz-free way to raise a glass. TÖST’s…
Read More →Food, Family & Foliage: Brattleboro’s Street Food Festival Returns
Mark your calendars and bring your appetite, the New England Street Food Festival returns to the Brattleboro Common on Saturday, Sept. 6, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., promising a lively, family-friendly celebration of local flavor. Now in its seventh year, the…
Read More →When someone says “Vermont,” the Apple Barn might be exactly the image that comes to mind: a bright red barn on the side of a small state highway with the scent of warm cider doughnuts drifting out the doors and picnic tables…
Read More →The Brattleboro Farmers’ Market: A Taste of Vermont, Every Saturday
By Gabriel Schatz, Vermont Country Magazine. Fresh bread, fiddle tunes, and tamales under the trees—Saturdays in Brattleboro hit different. From May through October, the Brattleboro Farmers’ Market transforms a quiet park along the Whetstone Brook into a weekly celebration of food, music,…
Read More →From beehives to barstools: how Barr Hill Gin is stirring up Vermont’s craft spirit scene
By Bob Audette, Vermont Country Magazine. MONTPELIER — Caledonia Spirits, the makers of Barr Hill Gin, have lovers of the juniper-based spirit buzzing with delight with the help of honey bees that could be flying around your neighborhood right now. “We were co-founded…
Read More →Pangaea: A Beloved North Bennington Dining Destination Reopens for a New Era of Vermont Hospitality
By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. In the heart of Vermont’s most charming little village, there’s a restaurant where community connection, creative food, and summer nights on the deck come together like nowhere else — welcome to Pangaea in North Bennington. Now,…
Read More →Garlic Town USA: A Flavorful Tradition in Bennington Celebrating 30 Years of Garlic Goodness
By Ahmad Yassir, Vermont Country Magazine. From the moment you arrive at Garlic Town USA, you feel the warmth of Vermont’s hospitality. Whether you’re arriving by bus, walking from one of the local downtown inns, or just taking in the crisp air…
Read More →Maple crème Brûlée
By Bourdon Maple Farm. Prep time: 7+ hours or overnight* | Cook time: 1 hour + | Total: 8+ hours* | Makes 6. Includes time for chilling. Start a day ahead for optimal smoothness of texture. Ingredients Instructions…
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