Farmer's Markets are a great way to get fresh fruits, vegetables, handmade soaps, jams, pastries and more all the while supporting local Connecticut farms and businesses. Most towns in Connecticut now have Farmer's Markets running from May or June to at least October. Ashford Farmers Market Pompey Hollow Park June 3 to October 2, Sundays 10 am to 1 pm The Ashford ... Read more...
Made in Connecticut
The Hartford Baking Company: Fresh Bread in Connecticut
Ah, the only thing better than the smell of fresh baked bread, is the first bite of warm bread directly from the oven topped with melted excellent butter. We recently had the opportunity via Yelp to visit Hartford Baking Company at their factory to learn how they make their bread, specifically, their sourdough bread. Their factory is located at 125 Old Iron Ore Road (Rear ... Read more...
The Coastal Wine Trail of Southeastern New England
You have heard of the Connecticut Wine Trail but have you heard of the Coastal Wine Trail? The Coastal Wine Trail stretches from Cape Cod and the Islands through the South Coast of Massachusetts. Coastal Rhode Island and Coastal Connecticut. If you wine, visiting the vineyards and wineries of the Coastal Wine Trail should be on your day trip list this Summer. Spend two to three ... Read more...
