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Cowboy Butter: Wood-Smoked Barbecue and Bold Flavors in New Milford
Sundae Media
Cowboy Butter: Wood-Smoked Barbecue and Bold Flavors in New Milford
Cowboy Butter serves expertly smoked meats, Texas-inspired dishes, and creative barbecue delights in New Milford, Connecticut.
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Pizzeria Marzano Named Litchfield County’s Best Pizza
Lisa Nichols
Pizzeria Marzano Named Litchfield County’s Best Pizza
Pizzeria Marzano in Torrington earns top honors for authentic Neapolitan pizza, woodfired flavor, and Italian-sourced ingredients.
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52 Years of Flavor and Tradition at Kent’s Fife ’n Drum
Jim Henkens
52 Years of Flavor and Tradition at Kent’s Fife ’n Drum
Enjoy 52 years of classic American cuisine, live music, and award-winning wines at Kent’s beloved Fife ’n Drum.
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Belden House & Mews: Creative Dining in Litchfield
Belden House & Mews: Creative Dining in Litchfield
Chef Tyler Heckman’s Belden House & Mews in Litchfield serves inventive seasonal dishes, from octopus to fresh focaccia.
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New Chef in Town at the Mayflower Inn & Spa
Ryan Lavine
New Chef in Town at the Mayflower Inn & Spa
Mayflower Inn & Spa welcomes new chef Luke Dowdy, elevating Washington’s luxury dining with refined menus and standout dishes.
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West Street Grill Celebrates 35 Years
Visko Hatfield
West Street Grill Celebrates 35 Years
West Street Grill in Litchfield has redefined fine dining in the country with celebrity fans and seasonal menus.
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La Catrina of Bantam: Bold Mexican with an Asian Twist
Ryan Lavine
La Catrina of Bantam: Bold Mexican with an Asian Twist
La Catrina of Bantam blends inventive Asian-influenced dishes with traditional Mexican fare in a vibrant, art-filled setting.
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The Owl Wine & Food Bar New Preston
Ryan Lavine
The Owl Wine & Food Bar New Preston
Experience cozy, elevated dining at The Owl Wine & Food Bar, featuring award-winning pizza, seasonal dishes, and charm.
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The Woodland Restaurant: Celebrating 40+ Years in Lakeville
The Woodland Restaurant: Celebrating 40+ Years in Lakeville
The Woodland in Lakeville thrives after 40 years, serving superb seasonal dishes, sushi, and classic American food.
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Good News Restaurant and Bar: A New Chapter in Woodbury
Jimmy Ienner Jr
Good News Restaurant and Bar: A New Chapter in Woodbury
Experience the revitalized Good News Café in Woodbury, with locally sourced dishes and beloved favorites with a twist.
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Lost Fox Inn
Sabrina Eberhard
Lost Fox Inn
Experience exceptional dining at The Lost Fox Inn in Litchfield County, offering inventive dishes and charming accommodations.
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The White Horse Wins Again!
The White Horse Wins Again!
Congratulations to John and Lisa Harris and the staff at The White Horse Country Pub for once again bagging top dining accolades in Litchfield Magazine’s annual Reader’s Choice Awards. For 2025.
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