More often than not, we hear of local shops shutting their doors, so it was great news to learn of…read moreWeekend Kitchen's move and expansion. We love this destination in Essex for all kinds of kitchen accoutrements, and we love it even more now. Nancy Kirkiles has a knack for mixing vintage finds with kitchen necessities, and the new, larger space has allowed her to flex her merchandising muscles. You'll find an extensive selection of her lovely letterpressed cards on thick stock (and you'll want to stock up), plus a tempting mix of vintage glassware, interesting cookbooks, antique cleavers, teeny silver spoons, crystal salt cellars, linen aprons, essentials for baking; an entire batterie de cuisine. If you're on a spring cleaning rampage, head here for natural bristle brushes and potions with names like "Boys Bathroom" and Superlative Hand Soap. Over the years, Nancy has developed a talented team of collaborators. If you've been to one of her cooking classes or pop-up dinners, you'll know what I'm talking about. Chef Paul Barron will continue to offer classes and dinners through Weekend Kitchen (coming up: Potato Gnocchi and Easy Thai), plus home chef services and (coming soon) grab-and-go meals. You'll find Plenty of Cake, literally. Lesley Moore's imaginative treats will be available and by custom order (her gluten free versions may just be the best I've had), and a refrigerator case is on the way, to be stocked with Arethusa Farm's ridiculous fresh butter, milk, and cheese. I've been known to race over pre-party for a last minute ladle or gravy boat; now I'll just have so many more reasons to visit.

Very nice store with lots of nice things but sales person was NOT wearing a mask. It made me quite…read moreuncomfortable as the store has aisles that are a little tight.

While driving through the area, we stopped at Over AndOver, which has so many cute things to look…read moreat! Great place if you're looking for a unique gift. My friend really enjoyed the selection of crystals they had, and I found a candle that smelled great. The worker at the counter was friendly. Would definitely check them out again on future visits to the area!

This is where you find the best gifts in CT. Adorable, homemade upcycled treasures. The people…read morethere are the best and everything is unique and amazing. So many pieces are great jewelry, furniture that you will not find anywhere else and candles that smell awesome. Worth the trip. They also have classes and events happening all the time.

Such a nice place with many vendors and lovely staff, plus super cute pups, there's so many…read moredifferent things to look at and such a variety of different vendors.

Anyone who has visited the previous business will be pleasantly surprised with the changes that the…read morenew owners have made. This is a much cleaner and organized space. The staff is friendly and helpful. This may not be a place to shop if you are looking for a specific item, but it's definitely a place to browse. Just be sure to leave yourself a lot of time to discover the new, the old, the strange and extraordinary. Prices are not crazy and comparable to similar spaces. You will find some amazing things here. You are sometimes paying for handmade or curated merchandise. Don't expect to pay (1990) thrift store prices.

This place is closed. We drove an hour here because the website said it was open. Apparently has…read morebeen closed for quite a while. Very deceiving.

Very nice little place! There's a side that's like a general store with lovely food items, soft…read moreladies pajamas :), and gifts. Other side is antiques and furniture. Great selection of oil lamps. There was a very sweet cat sleeping in a baby buggy. That was my favorite part!

Bought over one thousand dollars of furniture, went back a few days later to pick up the stuff…read more Noticed the saleswoman who sold me the furniture however she did not notice me. No thank you's, no "Hi" NOTHING. Just another customer. SAD.

Customer service is very poor. I was in over the weekend and worked with someone not very…read moreknowledgeable of their product. We waited around for a long time to get a quote. We finally had to leave so I asked her to email it. A few days later I called and explained that I was still interested and received zero communication. I was hung up on.

Stopped in during a coastal trip with family. We appreciate good antiques and this place was full…read moreof them. SERVICE; the two women who were working that day were not very welcoming or friendly. SELECTION; A good selection of antique (vintage) items displayed nicely by numerous venders. VALUE; Its hard to say, but most prices seemed reasonable. CON; No public bathroom? As stated earlier, grumpy employees!

You need to dedicate at least a solid hour, hour and a half to fully go through and appreciate…read moreeverything that is here. My husband and I both found some rare finds that we eagerly purchased to add to our various antique collections at home, and I'm glad he was working at a job site down in Essex or we'd have never known that this place was down there. You can find anything from several dollars to several thousand, and there's something for everyone here. Each little nook and cranny should be gone through or you might miss something, but it's all very well organized and clean. Bring cash or check for a potential discount on some of the booths. I'm super glad I actually had my checkbook on me for once!

I have bought many things here over the years and love it! The holiday shopping is always my…read morefavorite!

Nice stuff. But the owner followed me around every step I took in this large store as if I were…read moregoing to stuff something in my pocket. I did not appreciate her simplistic running commentary and unnecessary vigilance that conveyed her fear I would steal something. I never got to browse at my own pace. Secondly, she changes her store hours on whims that have found me making specific plans to be there only to have my plans promptly and unexpectedly dashed; Luckily I had called ahead on each occasion, pro forma. Glad I did. In all, there were three sets of store hours provided for one day. I had even left my phone number on my second call, but I did not hear back. She's lost my vote for good and I will not go back.

This is one of my all time favorite stores for the most hip and unique costume jewelry. Mary is a…read moresavvy buyer and always up on the latest trends. Her shop is lovely- everything displayed exquisitely. Great go to place for gifts!