I am writing this in late summer, a few days after laying to rest my mother-in-law, Mary, beside her husband, who has been waiting more than 40 years for her in the leafy cemetery a short walk from our house. Mary was 96, ready to move on, so this is not a sad story. Instead, […]
Here’s a sampling of some of the best New England hard cider varieties to try – all delicious, inexpensive, and local.
From the best apples for salads and baking to the best apples for applesauce and snacking, our apple guide is here to help you pick the perfect variety.
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From sweet apple pie to cream-filled whoopie pies, these eight New England desserts are tried and true Yankee classics.
Autumn in New England is all about finding color—the stunning foliage variety, of course, but also the kind of local color you find at harvest celebrations. This is the season when visitors and locals alike converge on fairgrounds to see magnificent draft horses, eat fried dough, and stroll the midway. They also flock to town […]
Autumn is filled with delightful reasons to explore this region that balances small-town charm with big-time appeal.
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Apple picking is one of those fall activities that never grow old. Senior food editor Amy Traverso shares her list of the best apple orchards in New England.
No matter where you are in New England, these ice cream stands and shops add cold, creamy sweetness to hot summer days.
From hotels and restaurants to shopping and outdoor fun, here are a few Yankee editor-approved ways to enjoy Woodstock, Vermont.
Did you know that the state beverage of New Hampshire is apple cider? Find out about the fun, strange, and tasty state symbols of our beloved New England.
