On March 2 I purchased a prepared salmon bowl. That evening I tried a piece of salmon and noted it…read morewas not fresh with a concerning odor. Next morning I opened the package and found the fish totally spoiled and took it back, explained the spoilage and requested a refund. I was told because I had no receipt, they couldn't give me a refund only a store credit, and since I wasn't part of the rewards program, I would have to shop for something and the money would be applied. At no time was there an apology or concern, since this could have made me ill. I was accused by Angus of giving him a hard time, since I pointed out the food was clearly their product and given the fact that the food was spoiled, the right thing to do was to give me my cash refund. A prepared date of a fish dish on February 25 was on the shelf for 5 days which I find concerning. I'm also appalled at the poor customer service.

We have been a few times and everything we have ever gotten has been excellent…read more Wonderful selection of meats and vegetables as well as prepared meals. We haven't tried any of the prepared meals but will give them a try soon. We ordered a beef tenderloin roast for holidays and it was honestly the best we have ever had and the price was on par.

Jones Winery is one of my new favorites in CT! I went for the first time the other day, and…read moreinitially went to the wrong place! Keep in mind that there is a "Jones Family Farm Pumpkinseed Hill" at 120 Beardsley Rd., and then the "Jones Valley Farm/Jones Winery" at 606 Walnut Tree Rd. My GPS accidentally took me to the Pumpkinseed Farm at first, but it wasn't a big deal because the winery is just a few minutes away. Once I was in the right place, a staff member greeted me and gave me the wine/food menu. They have a lot of different areas to sit, including a patio with tables/umbrellas (where they had live music playing), a pavilion with tables underneath, an upper patio that was covered by a pergola with leaves/vines on top, and an inside bar area with seating. The inside bar area has garage doors that were open, leading out to the upper patio. Even though it was a hot day, I sat under the pergola and it was surprisingly cool underneath! After sitting down, a staff member quickly came over and took my drink/food order. I tried a glass of the Sunshine White, which was delicious! It was on the sweeter side though. Keep in mind that they only sell wine by the glass on the menu, but they do have a store where you can buy bottles to go. I also ordered the Simply Cheese Plate, which came with sharp cheddar cheese, Jones Berry Chutney, and sea salt crackers. This was excellent! They also do have a "Light Fare" menu with things like a hummus plate, cheesecake, popcorn, etc. The service was fast and the staff were friendly. They had a "Bouquet Bar" set up where you could buy fresh cut flowers, as well as a small gift shop. Overall a very cool winery in Shelton, I would definitely recommend!

I love strawberry and blueberry picking at Jones during the summer! It is such a great…read morefamily-friendly outdoor activity. You can check their website for the field locations for picking, call their number for the daily crop report, and make your reservation online. We usually get the large berry box. It is quite large and takes my family of 4 adults a long time to pick, so take that into consideration when deciding what sized basket/box you get. In addition, since the large box can fit so much, be prepared to bake with your fruit or feed many hungry guests!

I had such an amazing time at the Beardsley Cider Mill for apple picking. This was my first time…read moreand I couldn't have asked for a much better experience. It was a beautiful fall day with clear skies and lots of apples to choose from. Definitely plan to come early as parking can be limited. It cost $20 for one bag of apples. The bag is pretty small and you're not able to bring in your own personal bags. This wasn't a big issue since one bag was enough for both my husband and I. Also, they have a small shop that sells the best apple cider donuts! This is a must try!!

Classic New England cider Mill with a pleasant retail store. Jams, applebutter, applesauce, pies,…read morecider donuts, etc. And fresh apple cider made on the premises. Half dozen variety of apples sold per apple or per bag.

Such a cute place! Store owner was extremely kind and helpful, they have anything from bath bombs…read moreand self care, to pickles and salad dressing! I purchased a miso ginger salad dressing that is absolutely delicious. The sweet bourbon glaze is also a kitchen staple now!

Love this farm. Best pickled asparagus. Owner is super nice and friendly! Unique jams,preserves,…read moreand jelly flavors.

One thing to know about me is I love plants; all kinds of plants. Perennials, annuals and…read morehouseplants. I have an almost impossible amount of house plants and yet when I am in a store that has a garden center, I have to look and yes, I almost always end up getting a new friend. I have gone to many of the nurseries around the area and traveled out of my way for something new that I can't live without. Dramatic? Sure. Do I care? No. Am I exaggerating? Nope. So, imagine my heartbreak when one of my favorite little plant nooks had at least a dozen plants that were if not already dead, would be shortly. The worst part of this is because they haven't been watered! What used to be a beautiful hanging scindapsus has been reduced to a shriveled shadow of its former self. I found a Micans shoved on a low shelf in the same shriveled condition. I offered to buy it at a lower price but the woman didn't have the authority to adjust the price. I could go on and on. This is usually a great little shop and I have bought several plants there. I would much rather support a small business than a big box but come on, you have to do better especially when you are paying a premium. I will add pictures asap.

I do love this farm even though I am not a major fan of the ice cream here. But the farm itself is…read moreadorable and very kid friendly with plenty of farm animals and much to explore. The Ice Cream isn't awful or anything but I don't love it. However, I still come here because you don't have to love the ice cream to love the farm itself. And there is no doubt this is a great place to bring the kiddies. It is easy to get to and they do have benches to eat your ice cream. Staff are friendly. It's a really cute set up too and now, with it being all decorated for the Holidays it is the perfect time to check it out.

Glendale Farms is my go to farm for CT grown annuals and herb plants. The prices are very…read morereasonable and I would rather support the local farm family. The greenhouses are packed with beautiful plants and I return often because the selection changes rapidly. This is a great place to order plants for fund raising events too. There are horses and other animals at the farm and lots of greenhouses. Staff is helpful. Only cash and checks are accepted but not cards so remember them before leaving home.

Great nursery, excellent selection of flowers, vegetables, herbs and house plants. This is a…read morenursery and not a retail shop so be prepared to walk on dirt and uneven ground. Cash or check only. We purchased a large hanging flower basket, two well established tomato plants, 6 pepper plants and a nice dill plant. We spent $26.50 for all of that, far less than we would have elsewhere in our area. The quality of the plants is also far better than any of the local retail outlets. Highly recommended.

What a beautiful autumn day to visit the pumpkin patch with family. There's always plenty of…read moreparking in the lot with a special closer by handicap section. It was my cousins first time here so we all went for the $8.50 each hayride, not included with the $13 each admission. We took a walk down the corn maze and took advantage of many photo ops. I like the store options better at Silverman's farm but still love and enjoy the products at Jones. I got my mother a bag of apples, my son a bottle of apple cider, and my daughter cranberry pumpkin cookies that she ended up sharing with us. They were fresh with a clean taste. I wish I would have took advantage of the coupon given to me and took the time to purchase some pumpkins before I left, but I rushed on to their nearby winery before hitting the road home.

I bought tickets for our party online and saved $3 a ticket vs. buying in person. The admission…read moreincluded the corn maze, various photo setups, a few farm animsls, a $5 back per ticket towards the purchase of pumpkins, or squash. We enjoyed doing the corn maze, walking the farm taking photos, and looking at various types of pumpkins. They had all shapes, colors, and sizes of pumpkins. You could also purchase bottles of their wine a stand onsite. They also had hayrides for an additional fee. There was ample parking with attendants. There were no bathrooms, just port o potties. They had such a nice setup that I feel they could've splurged on the trailer looking bathroom rentals vs. the construction site port o potties. A better bathroom would've been nice since this is a family-friendly place with lots of small children.

This farmstand has the best produce in Connecticut, in my opinion…read more In fall of 2024, my husband and I made it a habit to visit a different farmstand every weekend to support our local farmers. Of all the sites we visited, this was the stand out. The fruits and vegetables are incredible... literally picture-perfect and bursting with flavor. In addition, the stand has lots of homemade products like mango salsa, horseradish mustard, and the like. These specialty items are delicious! Oh, and don't forget to pick up some of their homemade preserves. My husband and I practically overdosed on peach preserves! There is a beautiful outdoor area where kids can play, which also makes the stand a nice destination for families. Last but not least, the staff that works here is so friendly. We thoroughly enjoyed chatting with them.

What a great farm!! I found out about Hindinger Farms from Instagram. A food truck called Bubba's…read moreBrunch was going to be selling brunch of the food truck at the farm. You can read my review of Bubba's Brunch food truck in my review section because the food was delicious. Hindinger Farm sells fresh vegetables, fruits, jams, and other items for children, and it has a beautiful backdrop. One side of the farm overlooks the other side of the farm and the other side of the farmi overlooks this beautiful backdrop of nature on the farm. Hindubger Farms puts on live shows, and you can go shopping. There is also a playground for the kids to play. The playground is fenced in with a picnic area so parents can enjoy their food without worrying about their children's safety. You can always check their website for events, shopping, and find out which food truck will be at the farm that day. The customer service was great, and I will definitely be back.

Castle Hill Farm is a farm that opened in Newtown, Connecticut in 1927. It was founded by the…read morePaproski Family who have owned it for four generations. Now a retired dairy farm, Castle Hill Farm was once the second largest supplier of dairy products in Fairfield County. In spite of the farm's retired status, the Paproski Family work hard to preserve their 100+ acres through continuing the production of hay and corn fields, growing Christmas trees and seasonal vegetables. In addition to their Farm Stand, Castle Hill Farm also has a petting zoo, hayrides, a Sunflower Stroll, a Corn Maze, a Pick-Your-Own Pumpkin Patch, and other various attractions at different times throughout the year. The farm is also available to book for events such as weddings and baby showers. My family and I recently visited Castle Hill Farm to see their Sunflower Stroll. First we stopped off in their farm stand which was filled with all sorts of fresh vegetables such as tomatoes, corn, peppers, squash, cucumbers, and even local honey. We decided to purchase some delicious looking Graffiti Eggplant as well as a handmade candle that had an intoxicating vanilla aroma. Afterwards we headed into the Sunflower Stroll. Our son had so much fun looking at all of the pretty flowers and pointing out all of the bees. Co-owner Stephanie Kearns told us about other things the farm will be offering in the coming months, including hayrides, the pumpkin patch, and other Fall Fun activities. Autumn is our favorite time of year so we'll definitely be back! Get out and see the Sunflower Stroll while you still can!

Besides being a perfect place to get your pumpkins and all sorts of fresh vegetables in season and…read moreChristmas trees great place to hold an event they go above and beyond. Recommend for a great engagement party or even a wedding or any party or event.

I took a trial lesson here, but my sister rides here, so I still come frequently to visit. All of…read morethe horses are taken care of very well, and the people working here are all friendly. I wish I could submit a picture of Fangio after they let me groom him.

I love CHF. It's one of my favorite places to be, I enjoy seeing all the ponies and riding some. I…read morestarted on CC, and she helped teach me what I know with her being patient with me. The staff is great, I really miss CHF. Here, you feel like you have potential and that feels great. I used to be a really slow learner in horseback riding and I thought I wouldn't and probably would never be a good rider, but then my mom found CHF and i've been moving up in my riding career since. I love the hidden farm, I'd go there over anywhere on Earth any day. I would honestly suggest choosing this barn when learning to ride, all the other barns are not as good for beginners as Chester Hill Farm is.