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.
This year’s celebration honored patrons of the arts Carrie and David Schulman, and featured a special performance by Broadway’s Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer. The evening’s record-breaking proceeds will support BSC’s area of greatest need and its Education Fund, which includes the Playwright Mentoring Project, now in its 25th year.
This year’s theme, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, transported attendees into Shakespeare’s play with theatrical performances, interactive activities, and an atmosphere that immersed guests in the magic of the Garden’s high season. Proceeds directly support BBG’s efforts to expand access to nature-based education for local children.
Close to 600 attendees gathered for a reception, held at the Castle Street freight yard, and a performance by Broadway star Aaron Tveit inside the historic theater. Gala donations and ticket sales raised $400,000 to support the nonprofit’s general operations. An additional $160,000 from the event’s paddle raise will support the Mahaiwe’s intimate new Indigo Room venue.
The 2025 Summer Celebration was a record-breaking success, coinciding with a memorable Shed performance of Romeo and Juliet, with music by Prokofiev and stage direction by Bill Barclay. Boston Symphony Orchestra Music Director Andris Nelsons conducted. Cocktails, dinner, and after-party were held in tents behind Highwood Manor.
Though he may be best known for his comfort food recipes and exuberant personality, Dan “Grossy” Pelosi’s creativity extends to his living space. His Hillsdale home is a joyful gathering place, filled with bright colors, patterned wallpaper, artwork, and an abundance of light, from dawn until dusk.
In the third installment of our series with top local talents and tastemakers, we gathered a group of interiors experts—designers, retailers, product developers, and an architect among them—for a conversation about Berkshires style that was both inspired and inspiring.
The Berkshires come alive with farm fun, fright nights, art, music, and much more. Mark your calendar so you don’t miss a thing.
Catch a glimpse of the season’s most dazzling gatherings—from elegant galas to community fundraisers—that brought people together across the Berkshires in support of art, culture, and connection.
Whether you’re in it for the views, the exercise, or the camaraderie, biking in the Berkshires offers something for every kind of rider.
How a horticulture course helped me reconnect with nature and find joy and meaning in learning again.
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