Today I walked out of the cold drizzle into Dottie’s Coffee Lounge and thought it must be about the warmest place in Pittsfield.
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Sourdough rises at Berkshire Mountain Bakery
Loaves of white bread are entering and leaving the oven on a long wooden paddle. Rounded boules cooling, rich with chunks of dark Belgian chocolate — and ciabatta, seven grain bread, potato and onion …
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Nudel surprises and surpasses all expectations
Nudel surprised us with a playful place and an experimental and innovative menu — awardwinning chef Bjorn Somlo has run his highly seasonal farm-to-table restaurant in Lenox for 13 years.
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International artists on Shaker land — Exploring central Berkshires
We're looking for three international summer artists at Hancock Shaker Village on a summer day and exploring the center of the Berkshires around them.
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The Barn — Bring back the rack of lamb!
I still remember my first time at the Barn at the Williams Inn — a ribeye with truffle fries and salad … with a warm and lovely atmosphere and attentive staff.
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Field trips in an unexpected world #this weekend
It’s the season for field trips and picnics in the Berkshires … sourdough bread and iced coffee, or roadside stands with peach ice cream.
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Chingón brings West Coast Mexican to Western Mass.
Succulent pork rib confit over spicy almond mole, juicy birria specials, and irresistible carnitas quesadillas are dishes you can expect from Chingón taco truck, crafted with an enduring love for Mexican cuisine.
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Berkshire Mountain cafe weathers the winter
Turkey on fresh sourdough bread with sharp cheddar and raspberry jam. Peppery potato chips. Chocolate eclairs with custard and whipped cream …
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Exploring Cummington and the hilltowns in summer
It’s quiet up here. Sometimes I’ll come up to the ridge to get away for awhile, out the back roads … and find unexpected and creative places.
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MoonCloud seasonal cocktails bring warmth home
How about a drink with a kick for a night with frost in the air — a touch of pumpkin, honey spiced with ginger and cloves? At Moon Cloud in Great Barrington, you can pick up a carefully blended bottle to bring home.
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