
My Fantasy of Being a Berkshires Farm-to-Table Gardener
Let’s just say that growing my own food was harder than I thought

Let’s just say that growing my own food was harder than I thought

The ‘DIY and iterative’ restaurant Paige’s Place turns out food that’s better than good

Oh how I still yearn for the Holy Grail of milkshakes

For your dining pleasure, a tasting menu of new restaurants, pop-ups, food trucks, and more—impeccably curated by one of our favorite food writers

Discover the performances, exhibitions, theater productions, dance, music, and cultural experiences featured at Passport to Summer. Click each organization’s logo below to explore their summer programming and purchase tickets for events across the Berkshires and beyond.

It’s embarrassing, really: The sheer amount of world-class culture spread across the hills, lawns, barns, and mansions of the Berkshires.



An oral history of the Berkshires’ beloved film festival, told by the people who wrote, directed, and produced it into existence

Restaurateur Molly Lyon-Joseph brings new life to a beloved Lenox landmark in a space that feels like home

Locally designed and sustainably crafted Hikas are lighting up the trails

Illness closed one practice and opened another. Once a pediatric dentist, the author now makes her debut as a novelist.

Turning a favorite hike into a daily routine, our writer discovers how repetition sharpens attention and deepens connection with nature—and herself

Blame it on the A-list appeal or a genuine desire for unlimited Finnish sauna sessions, members-only programs are taking off in these parts

Come browse with us on a marathon book crawl across the Berkshires


From decluttering to getting fit to
pursuing happiness, here are seven
ways to organize your life and
experience a true spring awakening

Take a breath, cool down, and join us for a roundtable with local health professionals discussing everything from “well-briety” to “bathhouse deserts”

Hancock Shaker Village’s outgoing director, Carrie Holland, isn’t leaving quietly

They came as kids, fell in love with the Berkshires, and realized they’d found the place they were always looking for

These five Berkshire restaurateurs have stood the test of time. You’ve probably been to one (or more) of their places, and you’ll likely be going back again. Here, they tell us why.

Shows, music, markets and so much more: How to get your festive on in the Berkshires

Mountains of outdoor fun await—here’s what’s happening this season on our local trails.

Stained-glass Tiffany lamps are coveted the world over—and an auction house right here in the Berkshires is renowned for its expertise when it comes to these gems.

With cutting-edge labs, training programs, and a collaborative spirit, the Berkshire Innovation Center ensures that the region’s economy thrives on creativity and discovery.


Discover the Frelinghuysen Morris House & Studio in Lenox, a rare modernist treasure showcasing art, architecture, and design of the 20th century.

Whether you’re hosting a crowd, planning a cozy dinner for two, or simply looking to skip the stress of holiday cooking, the Berkshires has you covered. This year, a wide range of restaurants and local markets are offering Thanksgiving meals to-go—each with its own take on the classics.

Patrick McBride of Tillett Textiles ran the renowned family business in Sheffield for years—and he’s proof that life’s sharp turns can lead to extraordinary new things.

Amanda Jones captures canines like no one else—and she’s about to get up to some new tricks.

Some new breakfast and brunch spots around the Berkshires will make you look forward to waking up in the morning.

Suzanne Werner channels her lifelong love of knitting into a shop that blends comfort, craftsmanship, and timeless style.

At Jamestown Hudson, heritage meets modernity in a carefully curated collection rooted in its sense of place.
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