Yard-Core | The Ultimate Made-in-New England Picnic
From cheese to rosé, curate your picnic like a pro with these 9 made-in-New England products.
By Amy Traverso
Apr 28 2021
Curate your New England picnic like a pro with these 9 made-in-New England products.
Photo Credit : Adam Detour | Styling by Catrine KeltyPhoto Credit : Adam Detour | Styling by Catrine Kelty
For the ultimate alfresco meal in the New England outdoors, we’ve put together a hamper filled with regionally made treats, many of which can be ordered online. Some are old favorites; some are new to market. All are worth adding to your next movable feast.
9 Perfect New England-Made Picnic Treats
1. Whirlwind Rosé Gouveia Vineyards (CT)
This blend of cold-tolerant hybrid grapes has lively acidity and a hint of sweetness that makes it a perfect balance for salumi and rich cheeses.
2. Baguette Fire Dog Breads (NH)
What picnic is complete without a baguette? Pick a good, local loaf—our nominee comes from a Keene bakery founded by a former French history professor, Sam Temple.
3. Mini Pies Petsi Pies (MA)
Founder Renee “Petsi” McLeod dubbed these 3-inch pastries “Cutie Pies,” and we couldn’t agree more. They’re not just cute, though; they’re downright delicious (don’t miss the sour cherry).
4. *Raspberry Red Currant Geranium Jam V Smiley Preserves (VT)
Former chef V Smiley uses her farm’s own fruit and herbs to make this intensely fresh, fragrant jam that pairs beautifully with cheeses.
5. *Harbison CheeseJasper Hill Farm (VT)
This bloomy-rind cow’s-milk cheese has a luscious creamy texture and piney, sweet grass flavors.
6. *Del Duca Prosciutto Daniele Charcuterie (RI)
Silky sliced prosciutto shines when wrapped around fresh summer melon or piled onto fresh bread.
7. Highlander Cheese Bridgman Hill Farm & Jasper Hill Farm (VT)
Made in partnership by neighboring Northeast Kingdom farms, this semifirm cheese blends goat’s and cow’s milk to produce a rich and nutty cheese that evokes Swiss raclette.
8. *Finocchiona New England Charcuterie (MA)
A classic Italian salami from southern Tuscany, finocchiona has the aromatic fennel seeds and sweet-salt balance that leaves us craving more.
9. *Rockweed Cheese Lakin’s Gorges Cheese (ME)
A layer of rockweed powder in the center gives this semisoft cheese a uniquely briny, creamy flavor.
*Indicates previous Yankee Food Awards winner