My Fantasy of Being a Berkshires Farm-to-Table Gardener
August 27, 2026
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
A solo walk in the woods can be invigorating, but rambling with a pack can provide an even greater rush
A burgeoning birdwatcher offers a crash course for the Berkshires’ bird-curious
In the Berkshires, keeping chickens is practically a rite of passage. I never thought I’d join in—or have these hens matter so much to me.
Pickleball gets under your skin in the best possible way. Inside the Berkshires’ fastest-growing, good-for-you obsession.
This local designer is dreaming up snazzy alternatives to the mass-produced fast furniture that you always end up regretting
At The Ranch Hudson Valley, rigorous hikes, plant-forward meals, and otherworldly service add up to something more powerful than pampering
A fashionable francophile’s new spot is the latest in a boom of elevated vintage offerings
A mysterious 1958 photo from Pontoosuc Lake in Pittsfield has resurfaced—and The B is asking the Berkshires community to help identify the boys behind this nostalgic local moment.
A Pittsfield mother-daughter duo stirs up motion and self-confidence
Dope Ass Pickleball Shoes, but it could be. Thanks to a laser focus on performance and classic design, home-grown DAPS is well on its way to becoming the lifestyle shoe for the pickleball crowd.
An insider’s guide to the Berkshires’ most exciting cultural events of the season.
For school-age sweethearts Molly Coleman and Jack Vickery, their June 28, 2025, wedding was a full-circle moment.
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.
The B Fall Issue Launch Party, TEDx Berkshires, Norman Rockwell Firehouse Celebration, and LitNet’s Celebration of Friends lit up the Berkshires with community, culture, and creativity this season.
Supporting our many worthwhile organizations does good—for everyone.
Nick France and Kevin Turner celebrated their September wedding at Taconic Ridge Farm in Hillsdale, New York, with rustic elegance, Hudson-inspired favors, and a romantic fall aesthetic.
The Smokler family celebrated their son Shalev’s bar mitzvah at the Apple Tree Inn in Lenox, with vibrant décor, equine-themed treats, and a heartfelt Berkshire weekend.
Natalie Czelusniak and Yuji Callahan celebrated their September wedding at Tanglewood with 600 origami cranes, ikebana florals, and their dogs as ring bearer and flower girl.
A vibrant wedding at The Mount blended Edith Wharton inspiration, heirloom jewelry, and bold fall colors, as writer Duncan Riddell and designer Anna Nearburg celebrated with family, friends, and their infant daughter.
A magical Lenox winter wedding at Ventfort Hall blended Gilded Age elegance with après-ski charm, complete with candlelit dinners, roaring fires, and a perfect snowfall.
Discover Berkshire Cider Project in North Adams, where champagne-style ciders meet local flavor. Taste at Greylock WORKS or join the Cider Club for seasonal bottles shipped nationwide.
Discover the story behind Chocolate Springs in Lenox, where chocolatier Joshua Needleman layers artistry and passion into every creation. From Earl Grey truffles to on-site production, this beloved café is a Berkshire destination for locals and visitors alike.
You’ll fall for Tommy B’s Slice Shop in Craryville—it’s a taste of NYC right here.
Using skills honed in London’s iconic tailoring houses, Siân Jones is creating bespoke garments right here in Great Barrington.
Berkshires fashion staple Tony Chojnowski, founder of Lenox’s Casablanca and other boutiques, shares timeless shopping advice—from investing in quality basics to choosing pieces you truly love.
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