It was a beautiful, albeit brutally hot day for picking! The sun was relentless out in the orchards…read moreand pumpkin patch, but the satisfaction of finding the apples at the top and pumpkins made us almost lol forget the heat. They had Frankie's and a bounce house there that day as well. Always check to see what cool events or music they have going on at the top! They have a playground for the kids I forgot to grab pics of, and have a farm store. Which of course is a bonus as well, we grabbed some pops and treats. If you don't want to have a pre picked pumpkin they do offer hay rides to the field for pick your own there too!

March Farm was founded in 1915. It has evolved since then. Depending on the season, you can pick…read moreyour own fruit. The farm store is lovely, with fresh produce, baked goods, and other goodies. There is a playscape and farm animals. In the fall, there are hayrides and corn mazes. On this visit, a very hot day, (August 12), my family and picked peaches. The orchard was full of juicy peaches. We got the smallest bag for $12. There were plenty of peaches that could fit in that bag. I can't wait to go back during the fall! It's a great farm.

About time for a re-review…read more... Oh Averill Farm... How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. - The farm is family run and truly feels like it. The folks who work there are SO nice and helpful and friendly and kind. There are kiddos and farm pups running around, kind signs offering water for those who need it (in stark contrast to a certain corporate orchard we despise, which does not provide drinking water to patrons and does not allow patrons to bring water in, even for dogs). Averill is the kind of simply humane, thoughtful place that brings joy to my heart. - The farm is beautiful. So beautiful. On a coolish autumn morning, it's uncrowded and you can gaze out into the distance to see tractors mowing in distant fields, outlined against a periwinkle sky, rows and rows of neat trees, all impeccably well kept. Adjacent to the farm market, there's a big, wide field with a generous number of picnic tables placed all around, far enough from one another that you can pretend like you have the field all to yourself. - Farm produce and products are pure goodness. Apples and pears are magnificent, of course: juicy, healthy, not doused with pesticides. Cider donuts are freshly fried, well blotted, and not overly sweet. An apple crumb pie, redolent with butter and still warm at purchase, was world class, not overly sweet. Pear and apple cider are the embodiment of clean, adulterated fruit flavor. It's food I feel good about feeding to my kiddos. - The bathroom is a port-a-potty situation, but the one I used was pretty clean. There are four behind the farm store. - Pricing is fair. - Fellow patrons are civilized and respectful, which makes me so happy. Policies are generous, rules are reasonable -- and as a result, patrons don't feel like they have to claw back something from the business to even out the playing field. At some large, commercial places, you see some patrons pull apple after apple off of trees, take one bite, and then throw them down into the grass to rot (so they feel like their insanely high cost of entry is justified, I speculate). Averill owners and Averill patrons are respectful of one another, making for a truly pleasant visit. If you enjoy a bucolic, relaxing and beautiful apple picking (without the gaudy carnivalesque elements offered by some larger establishments), Averill Farm is an absolute must.

Good apple orchard with some delicious apple cider donuts and ciders. The view of the lush orchards…read moreand some cool buys at the farm store made this trip memorable.

Great outdoor venue for live music on a nice summer day. Easy parking and nice food and drink…read moreoptions. Bring your own chairs and blankets for the best seating options. We'll be back this summer!

This review is specifically for the Pasture Food Truck experience. Not the South Farms wedding…read morevenue. We stopped by on a Thursday evening and are so glad we did! The setup featured several food trucks including The Cod Father, Hindsight BBQ, Litchfield Distillery, and an ice cream truck. We ordered from The Cod Father and were thoroughly impressed. The lobster roll was packed with large chunks of perfectly cooked lobster claw meat on a warm, buttery roll, absolutely delicious. The fish and chips were fresh, generously portioned, and crispy. Prices were reasonable, and the service was quick and friendly. Such a great evening spot with quality food and a relaxed vibe! We will be back!

Market in the center of town. A hub for the community. Love the Zero Prophet coffee and the…read moreFascia's chocolates - both items are addictive! They used to have a great rice & beans hot offering. Haven't seen that one in awhile. But check on what's cooking for lunch as it changes.

Not cheap but they are quite well stocked for a rural supermarket. I spotted cheeses, a nice…read morebutchery, plenty of bakery goods and a few aisles of grocery. Selection was great and picked up some sliced cheese and a container of fried chicken that made for a pretty decent dinner while I was watching the electrons flow into my van at the Juice Bar https://www.yelp.com/biz/juice-bar-washington?hrid=mkPtiHKxoONaAEZ_pF4UFw. There is plenty of parking here in front of the Washington Depot Town Hall. [Round number review 18400 overall - 66 in Connecticut - 1922 of 2022.]

Is this a store of the future? Percy Thomson Meadows is a farm stand almost across the street for…read moreBethlehem Hardware with a Little Free Library out front. There is side street parking for about two to three cars at the time. The store itself is monitored by cameras, and you're able to pay with Venmo or cash. The products are amazing - they all seem to basically be local or small productions. There are coolers for dairy, meats, and vegetables. There's salad dressing from the Hopkins Inn. Cheeses range from tubs of mozzarella to more sealed cheddar. On the shelves are pickles, maple syrup, seeds, and flowers. Everything is of course priced, and you can write down your purchased items to figure out your balance. It's a great shopping experience for the independent minded, and has basically everything you need for a meal or a stock up!

The food and the cozy atmosphere of Kimberly Farm never disappoints…read more They have delicious breads, cookies, frozen entrees and eggnog. I plan to go back soon.

Cute ice cream spot with lovely views, but ice cream was disappointingly light on flavor. We…read moredecided to try a sampler of 6 ice creams which were served in an egg box - cute idea! The best was chocolate fudge, but most of the others, from blueberry pie to carrot cake to banana pudding, were quite light on flavor and not particularly satisfying, all variants of sweet cream. With a little more amping, the flavor could be amazing! If you are in the area and want a nice pleasant outing this is the spot, but don't count on being wowed by the ice cream flavor.

Prettiest vegetables I've ever seen, to the point that I recklessly bought purple peppers. This is…read morea small shop, so you're here for specific delights, not for a full grocery trip like Bishop's. There are local baked goods, and I would give six stars to the ham & cheese croissant I'm eating at this moment. (Ham & cheese is hard to get right; these are perfect.) If you're local, why are you not here more often? If you're passing through, as I was, choose some non-perishable produce and the delightful artisanal soaps.

Another 5-stars for this amazing farm! I truly appreciate this place especially this time of the…read moreyear with christmas closing in. They have Arethusas infamous eggnog for sale, locally made toffee n peanut brittle, wreaths with custom designed bows & Christmas trees on a sliding scale for pricing. I love that they give you the option to pay what you can afford for a tree, with the scale ranging from a minimum of $65 up to $90 for a 6-8ft tree. Many people seem to think this is an outrageous price for a tree but I've seen prices much higher than this all around CT. With the stand closing for the season on december 23rd now is your chance to get in there and get some great clearance bargains and wholesale options.

Beautiful setting with fantastic views. Calm, friendly pumpkin patch. This was far and away the…read moremost enjoyable pumpkin-patch visit our family has ever had. A welcome antidote to how hectic and crowded some other places can be. An absolute gem.

This is an absolutely wonderful farm! We love coming here every October to get our pumpkins! The…read morepumpkin patch is real and authentic, and it's tons of fun! They have a huge selection of pumpkins and their prices are better than some other farms. The hayride is free and it takes you around the farm. One of our favorite things is seeing the farm animals. They have 2 pigs, several sheep, a cow, several chickens, and a llama. The sheep are really cute. We've never tried the corn maze, but it looks fun! The staff at this farm are so friendly and welcoming! They are wonderful and that's one of the reasons why we come back every year! This farm is great because there's no unnecessary fees, and no large crowds. It feels very down to earth, friendly, and local. This is a great farm and I highly recommend visiting the farm when they're open in October! 5 stars

Southwind Farms is an Alpaca farm in Watertown. It is the type of place that when you stop once,…read moreyou will never not stop again when you are in the area. The Alpacas are absolutely adorable, but we never seem to stop when they are having farm tours (although you can call ahead and make arrangements for anytime that is convenient for all involved). Today we stopped by, and one of the owners saw us enjoying watching his 50 alpacas, so he brought one down to meet us. We had a wonderful time talking with him. The alpacas were recently shorn, and their wool is being processed, but it should be in their shop ready for sale in the not-to-distant future.