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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By Bob Audette, Vermont Country Magazine GUILFORD — For Ali West, one of the new owners of the Guilford Country Store, stepping into the store is a return to her Vermont roots. “I’ve been in cafes and delis since I was 15…
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By Gordon Dossett, Vermont Country Pure snow lies shoved off roads, lumped in piles like broken promises. We long for spring and summer warmth. We may hear an alluring voice, expressing an age-old sentiment: “Gather ye rosebuds while ye may.” But before…
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Go directly to The Oyster Bar, Kipling’s and Vermont Table By Noah Hoffenberg, Vermont Country Magazine BRATTLEBORO — Eating like a local. It’s what you want whenever you visit a new town, whether you’re a gourmand, foodie or plain old food lover.…
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Allen Brothers a source of pies, produce and community By Bob AudetteVermont Country Magazine WESTMINSTER — At just before 4 a.m. each day, three people arrive at Allen Brothers on Route 5 to get the pie ovens warmed up in preparation for…
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These 3 Southern Vermont shops will tempt you with distinct treats that dare to go beyond mere maple (but they have maple stuff, too) By Gena MangiarattiVermont Country When we think of sweet things in Vermont, we tend to think of maple…
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$300,000 still needed in fundraising effort for fledgling grocery, bakery, event space By Isabel WissnerVermont Country BENNINGTON — A new Bennington Community Market aims to support local farmers while increasing the accessibility of fresh produce and goods to the region. Aila West,…
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Kathleen Gurney continues to follow her own path with Salsa Sisters By Bob AudetteVermont Country BRATTLEBORO — Kathleen Gurney, originally from Memphis, a hamlet in upstate New York, started making salsa for family and friends and for cookouts and barbecues. And like…
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New name, but same power-packed beverage with dozens of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals By Bob AudetteVermont Country WENDELL, Mass. — Six years ago, Sara Schley and Joe Laur officially launched MapleMama, a line of nonalcoholic craft maple spritzers. But the idea had been…
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Amy Brady expects to have a busy summer and fall at Kampfires Campground, Inn and Entertainment.
But what summer and fall will look like, when it comes to hosting events, depends on what COVID-19 safety precautions/restrictions are still in place, how many people…
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Decorative, fragrant herbs are ‘plants with a purpose’ that are useful as condiments, medicine, tonics and insect deterrents. Every serious garden should have some Original article published in UpCountry, May 27, 1977. This article has been edited for content and length. By…
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