
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

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.

When a gallerist and an emerging artist became friends, it was rewarding to them both.

Your dog may fill up your camera roll—or have an Instagram account all their own—but a painting might happen to capture their essence best, as our writer discovered.

Our region is rich in history that’s captured in statues, memorials, and markers. Don’t just drive or walk by—pause and learn from them. Here’s a look at nine to get you started.

Living with art you love is a pleasure everyone deserves. Art consultant William Li has tips for demystifying the buying process and finding the pieces that are just right for you.

The Berkshires is spoiled with world-class arts institutions—it’s not easy to take it all in. We asked six museums for a secret sight that most people miss, as well as tips for making the most of a visit.

Roots Rising has empowered local teens for a decade—and the organization itself is flourishing with a new farm of its own in Pittsfield.

Kelly and Bryan Binder’s boutique hotel, Doctor Sax House, is a stylish spot meant for relaxing—and maybe even dancing.

We tagged along with some hungry shoppers to see what they pick up at their local farmers markets.

Lidey Heuck, local author of “Cooking in Real Life,” shares some of her go-to recipes for simple summer entertaining.

There’s nothing better than sliced summer tomatoes with a sprinkle of salt and drizzle of oil—except maybe this recipe for tomato galette.

Meet Gwendolyn VanSant—local leader in the continued quest to advance equity and justice. Her life’s work is improving the lives of others.

There are lessons to be learned from tending to plants—and they’re not necessarily what you might think.
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