By Gordon Dossett, Vermont Country Magazine. For intrepid journalists, some tasks loom large. Venturing forth to sample the best burgers in the Northshire is not among them, so I am up to the task. Still, compiling a list of best burgers brought…
Read More →Spirited tunes with a view
Nestled atop Hogback Mountain in Marlboro, Vermont Distillers, an award winning, family owned and operated craft distillery boasts a 100-mile view from its back deck. Entering the tasting room, a lineup of colorfully labeled bottles of liqueurs and spirits greets you. The…
Read More →A Bread Lover’s Dream: Sourdough Competition and Tastings at Brattleboro’s BreadFest
Do you love eating bread? Do you love baking bread? Does a room full of sourdough loaves, local spreads, and local cheeses sound like a dream come true? Join us for the second annual BreadFest at the Brattleboro Food Co-op on Saturday,…
Read More →The Bennington Community Market: A ‘community of makers’
By Danielle M. Crosier, Vermont Country Magazine. BENNINGTON — On any given day of the week, the Bennington Community Market is abuzz with chatter and activity, sweet and savory treats, a diverse range of locally produced artisan products, and fresh from the…
Read More →Holiday Shopping Guide in Bennington Vermont
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…
Read More →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…
Read More →Bennington Community Market: Your Winter Destination for Local Flavors and Holiday Treats
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…
Read More →The Taste of Thailand That’s Warming Bennington This Winter
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…
Read More →If It Begins with Chocolate, It Ends with a Smile
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,”…
Read More →Chocolate Like You’ve Never Seen, Tasted, or Experienced Before
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…
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…
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