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
Frontwoman of indie group Habibi, fixture of the DJ booth, solo recording artist, and die-hard soccer fanatic, the unstoppable Rahill Jamalifard is doing summer right
If it wasn’t for her, our family would’ve never put down stakes here and our daughter would’ve never experienced the strongest sense of community she had ever felt
Festivals, gallery openings, and everything else happening in the Berkshires
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.
An ice cream obsessive has the scoop on the best ice creams of the Berkshires
Ian Purkayastha shares his knowledge of the world around us—the amazing things it has to offer if only you pay attention and know what to look for
Inside the theatrical, waste-free world of the Heirloom Fire chef
For Berkshire firefighters, the kitchen—where venison tacos and chicken parm are on the menu—is where the crew becomes a family
There’s an art to making it look easy—meet the servers who never spill, forget, or stop caring
Inspired by a mother who mastered the art of hunting down hidden treasures, the author has cultivated her own antiquing habit.
Want to know something quirky? There are at least 10 different speed limits between Craryville and Great Barrington. And it’s only 11 miles between them.
A hyper-local shopping list to make the season even brighter
Celebrating the Fourth at Chapin takes you back to where democracy began
Local artist residencies are making their programs accessible to moms and dads—and their crafty kids.
For Alfredo Paredes, every room is a narrative. His new Hudson studio is his most personal chapter yet.
Celebrated chef David Israelow brings a reverence for food and finely tuned technique to his highly anticipated new restaurant in Chatham, New York. Here’s a sneak preview.
We asked three of our favorite foodies for their go-to restaurants. The result: this highly opinionated guide to the latest and greatest in the Berkshires and beyond.
Event curator Lauren Fritscher of Berkshire Muse shares picnic setups that turn any Berkshires outing into a moment of ease, beauty, and presence—ideal for long, languid summer days.
Kevin West’s new book is an artful and practical guide to growing what you wish and savoring what you grow—rooted in wisdom, soil, and the simple pleasures of a well-tended life. Get a first look here.
With the help of local artisans and a lifetime of design instinct, Annie Selke transformed her Lenox property into a sanctuary made for gathering.
Rafi Bildner creates an homage to southern Italy, the Berkshires, and the joyful chaos of family, all expressed through the art of pizza.
This edition of The B’s List explores the conversation among a selection of culinary professionals in the Berkshires. Read along as they discuss community, life in business, and the inherent agricultural ties in their own practices.
Eileen Fisher brings her brand to Great Barrington. It’s timeless and authentic—a natural match for the Berkshires.
At the Neon Newt, chef/owner Olivia Pattison is living her best locavore life—and has created a welcoming community hub.
A century later, a dining car in Chatham still shines—and so do these four other retro gems.
Pride is a big deal in the Berkshires, in more way than one.
Move over, Art Basel—there’s a new art experience in town, and it’s just up the road.
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