I have loved Northern Orchard for years. Excellent produce, the only place I know where I can buy…read morepie cherries, and very friendly and helpful staff. Martha Allen Keene Valey, NY

Very fresh produce. The corn is sweet, the apples are scrumptious!read more

A fun place to bring the family! I love coming up to Vermont and picking berries, and Adam's berry…read morefarm has become our family's favorite spot. Lots of tasty berries, friendly staff, and beautiful views.

Good prices for blueberry. I would recommend coming here for a relaxing day in Vermontread more

What an amazing Saturday find for us tourists! As we left our vacation in Lake George, we headed to…read morethe Farmers' Market for coffee and breakfast. The market did not disappoint! It was the last day of the season for the market to be outside (October) and we found delightful jellies, breakfast sandwiches/burritos, fresh milk (drank and returned the glass bottle on site), boutique cheeses, and freshly made crepes (savory and sweet available). $2 locally-roasted coffee? Yes, please! While we didn't buy any groceries, there were plenty of local farm fresh vegetables, eggs, and meats available, in addition to whole and ground coffee beans, breads, and other goods. So glad we made our way here!

While visiting the Glen Falls area we took one morning to stop by the local farmers market. Online…read moreit shared that there was an outdoor and indoor area, perhaps COVID19 cancelled the indoor portion, but it was not happening and there was no way to know until you walked several blocks to find out. As for the outdoor portion, there was a wide array of vendors and the prices were very reasonable. The non-farmer vendors offered great products like soaps, oils, baked goods and cooked to order crepes, which were delicious. If we lived in the area, we would likely be there every week. *Our visit was during COVID19, the Farmers Market offered and supported good protocols as did each vendor.

Now I can't say that I have had the pleasure of stopping in at their actual orchard to tour their…read morecomplex, but yesterday while spending time at the Brattleboro Gallery Walk I taste tested a few of their ciders and spoke with one of their employees regarding the orchard. All I have to say is Wow! Ok, maybe I have more to say. The employee representing Champlain Orchards was polite, knowledgeable and a hell of a salesman during the Gallery Walk. We ended up trying a few different types of ciders, but the Macintosh and Maple sealed the deal for us. It was so good that we returned to buy a few four packs and bottles. In the end, if you don't like super sweet hard ciders then this is the cider for you. It was crisp and delicious but not overly sweet.

Took a couple of trips to figure out when this place was really open, and it was worth the effort…read more A family run place that has a lot going on. We were able to get there for the Cider Garden to be open. Two flights got us a taste of almost all of the ciders! available. What a great variety. We ordered our flights and a couple bowls of soup at the counter, and found a seat in the garden. Surrounded by the orchards and flower gardens, this was a fantastic setting to sample ciders and have a bite. Soups were brought to us in the garden, and we really had a chance to enjoy the day. We stopped in the store to get a case of our favorite ciders to take home - and, of course, a couple fresh apple cider donuts for the road.

This is the best sandwich shop. They have created a deli with unique sandwiches and people come…read morefrom great distances to enjoy them The Bridporter and Roadrunner are our favorites You can't go wrong getting a sandwich at Pratts

Great customer service and food. I am never dissatisfied with my lunch from Pratts. The salads and…read morebeans they make are the best.

Great Black Raspberry Jam!!! We were visiting green mountain Vermont this October and stopped at…read morethe farm stand. It was a delightful experience. We are living in northern Colorado. I was glad to be back at my roots (born in Randolph) and very much enjoyed this stop. We finished the jam this morning and I am looking for a way to buy more online. Sincerely, Bob C.

One of my favorite farms stands. The best pies in the area , made fresh every morning. Super hiker…read morefriendly.

My wife and I visited Chapin Orchard for the first time, and it was such a wonderful experience…read morefrom start to finish! The orchard has that warm, welcoming Vermont charm. Friendly staff, scenic views of the rolling hills, and rows of vibrant apple trees that stretch as far as you can see. We picked both Empire and McIntosh apples, and they were crisp, juicy, and perfectly ripe. After picking, we stopped by the barn and bought some Honey Crisp apples to take home, they were just as amazing. The barn also had a great local feel, with fresh cider, jams, and other Vermont-made goodies available. The highlight of the day had to be the fresh cider doughnuts; warm, soft, and coated in cinnamon sugar paired with cold apple cider. To make it even better, there was a live band playing outside, creating such a fun and festive atmosphere. Families were laughing, kids were playing, and everyone seemed to be enjoying the beautiful fall warm day. This was truly a great fall event and the perfect way to spend a weekend in Vermont. Between the beautiful scenery, great music, and delicious apples, we couldn't have asked for a better first visit. We'll definitely be making this an annual tradition!

Great apple orchard. Limited picking when we went. A little behind the best time. Would…read moredefinitely recommend.

Corn this season is fabulous!! I could have eaten 2-3 ears it was so sweet and delicious!read more

They have the best vegetables - especially their corn! I get enough to have right away and also…read moresome to freeze so we can enjoy it all winter!!

Excellent selection, great prices. We bought some quail and it came out wonderfully. Really unique…read moreprotein options, fresh veggies, bulk spices etc...

From the owner: Fresh vegetables and dry items great prices, lots of parking available, friendly cashiersread more

This marked our fifth year visiting the fabulous Vermont Cheese Festival. This year it returned to…read moreShelburne Farms south of Burlington for the first time since 2019; the most recent festival was held in Greensboro in 2023, and there was no festival in 2024. So it was a big welcome back in 2025, and the event -- held inside the newly reconstructed, enormous breeding barn at Shelburne (please see the photos) -- was quite a big deal. There were perhaps 50 or so vendors, and the general public was limited to just 1,000 tickets, which made it, unexpectedly, something of an elite event. (Tickets were sold out months in advance.) The festival offers a wonderful opportunity to meet the these dedicated craft cheesemakers and, best of all, sample their work. And wow, did we ever sample their work!!! We won't go detailing each of those cheeses, but please know there were many and not a one disappointed us. Other vendors offered everything from ciders to jams, sauces, charcuterie and -- believe it or not -- peanut butter. At a cheese festival? The atmosphere is inviting and rewarding for the makers and the public, and assembling such a large and skilled group of crafters in one place makes for an extraordinary moment. We congratulate the executive director of the cheese council, Hale, who did a splendid job. A couple of small issues for us: while there were a few chairs outside the barn there was almost no seating at all inside, and there was space which could have been worked fine, we think. And after a hour of walking around, a sitting break could have felt good. Also, there were food trucks selling ice cream, Indian food, cookies from King Arthurs, but they were placed placed pretty far from the barn, requiring a bit of walking. We also enjoyed the band playing outside, but they too were a bit moved from everything else. And then, it was hot -- near 90, but that's just the way it was. And for attendees, it was clearly not the temps defined this dazzling event. We're ready for 2026!

My wife and I recently had the wonderful opportunity to attend the Vermont Cheesemakers Festival as…read morevolunteers a couple of weekends ago. We had signed up to help and it turned out to be so much more than just service. Right off the bat, the food was extraordinary, what a spectacular showcase of Vermont's artisanal cheese scene! Samples ranged from classic cheddars to Gouda to pepper jack, all crafted by passionate local cheesemakers. We also discovered delightful pairings, cheese and jam was a Hit; I wasn't expecting it, but "jam is my jam," as one participant aptly put it. lol As for service, the volunteer coordination was seamless. Helping vendors set up before the crowds arrived gave us a chance to chat with cheesemakers, learn about each cheese's story, and feel truly connected to their craft. The staff were friendly, organized, and the energy was warm and welcoming. The ambiance was downright charming. Set at historic Shelburne Farms' Breeding Barn, the festival unfolded on a perfect summer day - sunny, scenic, and relaxed. It felt like celebrating cheese right in the heart of verdant Vermont, complete with the buzz of fellow cheese lovers, artisan vendors, and farm surroundings. A bit of history: This year marked the 13th Annual Vermont Cheesemakers Festival, hosted by the Vermont Cheese Council at Shelburne Farms. The festival is rooted in Vermont's rich artisanal cheese tradition, highlighting how the state leads the nation in cheesemakers per capita. It originally began as a celebration of the state's cheesemaking success a sort of "cheese carnival" introducing the public to local producers and their craft. Notably, this year's event was completely sold out tickets were snapped up well in advance, and none were available at the door. Even the general admission waitlist was full, and volunteer slots had closed early too. This level of demand speaks volumes about how beloved and highly anticipated, the festival has become. Volunteering at the Vermont Cheesemakers Festival was a fantastic decision. The combination of exceptional cheese, purposeful and friendly service, and a picturesque setting made for a memorable afternoon. It's clear why this sold-out event has become a beloved summer tradition. We'll definitely be back, with or without volunteer duties to savor more of what Vermont's incredible cheesemakers have to offer!