Must Visit New England Christmas Shops
New England is filled with quaint stores and with Christmas less than a month away we took a look at some of the most popular ones in each state.
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Q&A with the man behind Cape Cod’s Wooden Whale Co.
Working out of his Hyannis studio on the property of the house he is thankful his grandfather never sold Dave Turner carves gorgeous wooden whales that he ships all over the world.
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Savoy Pizzeria & Craft Bar (CT)
For years I have walked the streets of downtown West Hartford, Connecticut looked towards Savoy Pizzeria & Craft Bar and said, ‘I really want to try that place.’ Well I now no longer have to ask myself that question, the question I now ask is, ‘Why did I wait so long?’
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Warm Up A Cold Winter Day at the Lyman Plant House & Conservatory (MA)
Located on the gorgeous Smith College campus in Northampton, Massachusetts the Lyman Plant House and Conservatory offers the perfect winter escape.
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Port Clyde, Maine Photo Gallery
Contributing photographer Susan Bell recently visited Port Clyde, Maine and captured some gorgeous late day shots. Located on the St. George peninsula in the central part of Maine, Port Clyde is home to Marshall Point Lighthouse where Tom Hanks ran to in Forrest Gump.
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Getaway House (NH)
Want to get away? Getaway House seems to have found an easy solution for the overworked and overwhelmed. They cater to those who need to put some distance between themselves and their bustling daily life.
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NCAA Tournament comes to Connecticut, Things to Do When Not Watching Hoops
March Madness is upon us and during the first weekend of the men’s and women’s NCAA tournament Connecticut will be
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Ivory & Iron Brings B&B, Bakery, Lifestyle Store to Essex, CT
Ivory & Iron is turning a forgotten 1790 Essex, Connecticut Federal home into their dream property. The B&B is already open while the organic bakery, lifestyle and electrical shop are still to come.
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Schilling Beer Co. (NH)
Schilling Beer Co. offers European-inspired craft beers paired with a simple yet delicious menu of speciality Neopolitan-style pizza along with bratwursts, stromboli and calzones as other entree options; there is something for everyone.
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Briar Barn Inn Opens Doors on North Shore (MA)
The brand new Briar Barn Inn situated in Rowley, Massachusetts promises visitors old New England charm combined with modern appeal.
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The Barley House (NH)
As a recommendation from our friends, Bill and Joyce from the Valley Artisans Handcrafted Gifts, we decided to make a drive from Epsom to Concord for some great food.
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Valley Artisans, Handcrafted Gifts (NH)
Located right off of the main road in Epsom, New Hampshire a well decorated handcrafted store caught our eyes. As we were headed east on route 4 towards our weekend Getaway , we saw the banner hung above the store that read “Handcrafted Gifts Since 1981” and decided that we could not pass up an opportunity to buy locally made gifts.
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Chichester Country Store (NH)
When was the last time that you went to your local country store? I bet thinking back to it you remember the warmth that you felt the minute your hands pushed opened that old and creaky wooden door.
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Labyrinth Brewing Company (CT)
On the day of our visit they had seven beers on tap, along with various wines and ciders. You can have six beers for a flight
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Littleton Freehouse Taproom & Eatery (NH)
The Littleton Freehouse Taproom & Eatery offers visitors locally sourced food and drink inside a welcoming industrial-styled dinning room situated above the roaring Ammonoosuc River.
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Longfellow’s Wayside Inn (MA)
The oldest operating Inn in the United States and a Massachusetts Historic Landmark, the Longfellow’s Wayside Inn has been welcoming travelers since 1716.
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Donut Dip (MA)
As you drive north along I-91 and pass through West Springfield, Massachusetts you will notice a red sign with white lettering that reads Donut Dip. To the unassuming eye the sign might not grab your attention for more than a moment but for locals and travelers in the know seeing that sign means its time to pull over.
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Guide to Littleton, New Hampshire
Nestled in the shadows of the White Mountains with the Ammonoosuc River running through it, Littleton, New Hampshire is a postcard New England town with views, covered bridges and charm.
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