Leave it all behind in the rustic elegance of The Golden Lamb Buttery in Brooklyn
Northeast Connecticut offers many ways to get away from the rigors of modern life but The Golden Lamb Buttery is one of the most elegant, sophisticated escapes around. You’ll know where to turn when you see the pretty sign down on scenic Route 169, but you’ll pass through the centuries as you drive up the tiny, winding road through planted fields and cow...
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Spend a Day With the American Impressionists at the Florence Griswold Museum
Art enthusiasts will be in their glory during a visit to the Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme. The museum focuses on American Impressionism, and was originally the home of Miss Florence Griswold, who created the legendary Lyme Art Colony within its walls. Scores of famous artists who wanted to experience the beauty of the area stayed here with Miss Florence. When...
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Family Fun at the Brooklyn Fair
A visit to New England is not complete without checking out a traditional New England fair, complete with rides, animals, music, and, of course, food. My family waits all year for the Brooklyn Fair, a 4-day extravaganza held in late August. Plan ahead and make it part of your vacation. There are lots of fairs to visit in the summer and late fall, but this one...
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This Ice Cream Will Make You Melt
For me, ice cream is never out of season. And as soon as Buttonwood Farm opens on March 1, it’s fair game. Anytime. Located on Shetucket Turnpike (Route 165) in Griswold, Buttonwood is definitely a special trip, but well worth it. The made-from-scratch ice cream is absolutely to die for, as the long lines just about any day will attest to. If you’re an ice...
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Wine, Cheese, Gelato and Nature at the Heritage Trail Winery and Cafe
I’m always on the lookout for great food at a unique location, and I wish I’d found the Heritage Trail Winery and Cafe sooner! It is hands-down the perfect spot for an impromptu luncheon or early dinner. The location is top-notch, the scenery is perfect, and the wine and homemade gelato just add to the experience. It was a winter night when I first visited...
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Meeting our Neighbors – A History of the Mashantucket Pequots
If your visit to the area involves delving into history, make the Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center a stop on your itinerary. Located down the street from Foxwoods Resort Casino and MGM Grand at Foxwoods, the museum presents a wide and rich history of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation through exhibits, films, live performances and even computer...
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Where the Buffalo Roam
Save one of your vacation days to visit the Creamery Brook Bison Farm in Brooklyn, convenient off Route 6 in the Quiet Corner. Wagon tours, close-up buffalo encounters, food, ice cream, and a farmyard petting area will keep everyone engaged. If you’re with a group, take advantage of the guided tour, either walking or by wagon. My group had a great time on the...
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Still River is a Northeast Connecticut Jewel
Like many of the gems of the Northeast Corner, Still River Café is subtle, elegant, and understated. But in this case, get ready for something to inspire a squeal of delight. Critics from far and wide have touted the sophisticated cuisine, the local sourcing of ingredients, and the charm of the rustic but formal atmosphere. And dinner guests travel daily from...
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True Expressions of Summer – Ocean Beach Park
Summer is heading straight for eastern Connecticut, and that means the start of a new season at Ocean Beach Park in New London. An area favorite with easy parking, Ocean Beach is not only about hitting the sand with a good book and swimming at your leisure. With an 18-hole mini golf course, water slides, an Olympic-size pool, rides, food, and more, it’s a fun...
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Experience Bush Meadow Farm’s “Plow to Plate” Concept in Union
Farm-fresh foods were once made and served up right there – on the farm. Bush Meadow Farm in Union, CT is bringing that tradition back with its very artisan, small-batch “plow to plate” dining experience created right in the middle of their 37-acre family farm. When you pull into Bush Meadow, you will have the chance to meet and enjoy the goats and chickens...
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