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Elephant’s Trunk Flea Market

November 11, 2012

Sundays since 1976 (April–November), treasure hunters, antique collectors, farmers, foodies, and alike have flocked to the famous Elephant’s Trunk Flea Market. The verdant field is given over to dealers hawking everything from vintage tchotchkes and house plants to cottage furniture, military memorabilia and old signs. So basically, a little bit of everything. Get their morning-mist early, fill your thermos and begin your rummage. There’s no such thing as junk at the Trunk!

Elephant’s Trunk
490 Danbury Rd. (rte. 7/202), New Milford
860-355-1448
Instagram: @etflea

Play

November 11, 2012

Play has a plethora of toys that take you back to your childhood. Fun books, gadgets, and jokey stuff. Not only for kids. We like it too!

Play
49 Bank St., New Milford
860-355-2134

DK Schulman Design

November 11, 2012

DK Schulman Design is a great resource for parties and special events. They carry a beautiful array of gift wrap papers, ribbons, cards and gifts. They make gorgeous custom invitations and stationery. They also carry a tasteful collection of home decor accessories, purses, tableware, and more. We love their doggy beds.

DK Schulman Design 
15 East Shore Rd., New Preston
860-868-4300
Instagram: @dkschulmandesign

The Venetian Restaurant

November 11, 2012

Nestle into a cozy booth and savor fresh, homemade pasta (made on the premises from old family recipes from Abruzzo) at the well established Italian Venetian Restaurant. Their ravioli, seafood risotto, and Caesar salad are particularly outstanding. The decor is formal and picturesque with large murals of Venice, upholstered booths, a tin ceiling, and stylish, old-fashioned light fixtures. A good place to linger over your meal with a glass of wine and good conversation. Nice salads. Prix fixe dinner is available. Reservations required on weekends.

The Venetian
52 East Main St
860-489-8592

Averill Farm

November 11, 2012

Apple-picking at its best! The Averills have been operating this family farm, Averill Farm, continuously since it was purchased in 1746 from the holdings of Chief Waramaug. The farm is a 260-acre property that is primarily a fruit orchard, but also produces hay and Christmas trees. Numerous varieties of apples and pears are grown in their 27-acre fruit orchard and are sold both as picked fruit and pick-your-own. Their farm stand sells homemade cider, apple cider doughnuts (legendary for their delicate, sweet, natural flavor), jams, jellies as well as locally sourced pies, pumpkins, maple syrup, honey, cheddar cheese, potatoes, garlic and sundry items.

Averill Farm
250 Calhoun St., Washington
860-868-2777

Marty’s Cafe

November 11, 2012

Marty’s serves breakfast, salads, sandwiches, soups and a nice variety of beverages, including smoothies, frappes, an impressive selection of unusual bottled sodas, and various coffees and tea. But that’s not all…. at Marty’s you can kick back, get comfortable, and utilize their free Wi-Fi internet.

Martys Cafe
4 Green Hill, Washington
860-868-1700

Mayflower Inn & Spa Tap Room

November 11, 2012

Dinner at the Mayflower takes place within the handsome Tap Room, the Mayflower’s convivial, modern New England tavern-inspired space. A warm and hospitable community hub, dinner at the Mayflower brings together locals and guests to enjoy a selection of elegant countryside fare, focused on locally sourced cheeses and produce, and specialty cuts of game, fish, and meats. A quintessential New England dining experience.

Mayflower Inn & Spa Tap Room
118 Woodbury Rd, Route 47
860-868-9466

The Pantry

November 11, 2012

Known for its cheeses and catering, The Pantry is a big hit with the locals and is frankly, one of the best places for a delicious lunch and for take away. They serve breakfast foods, lunch and afternoon tea. An enticing display of baked goods like muffins, pies, cakes, and cookies can be found at the front counter. They also carry a great selection of gift items like olive oils, kitchenware, linens, and dishes. Their catering service is legendary. Best baguettes around.

The Pantry
5 Titus Rd, Washington Depot
860-868-0258
Instagram: @thepantryct

Good News Restaurant & Bar

November 11, 2012

Carole Peck’s focus on fresh, local ingredients coupled with exquisite meal presentation and impeccable wait staff, has made Good News Café a mecca for those who know what truly good food is all about. Examples of what you might find at this first rate restaurant include scrumptious seasonal (and vegetarian) dishes (wonderful soups and salads), unusual and intriguing dishes such as mixed game grille, consisting of quail, venison and wild boar. The interior is comfortable and elegant. The walls are decorated with an ever changing art exhibit. A must if you are in the area. Reservations.

Good News Restaurant and Bar
694 Main St South
203-266-4663
Instagram: @goodnewsrestaurantandbar

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