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    Mad River Taste Place

    4.7 (13 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Dave A.

    Interesting little place. Not quite a deli, not quite a restaurant. "Taste Place" is a good description, because you can get a good little taste of various things here. I was there for lunch (after discovering another restaurant closed earlier than their posted hours), with my wife, her brother, and his wife. I got a tasting of the wares of the Mad River Distillers (good stuff!). The four of us shared two Plowman's Lunches, getting tastes of a wide variety of the cheeses that seem to be the place's mainstays (most of which I liked; as for the rest, remember, not everybody likes every variety of cheese), plus of course all the other stuff in the lunches. They were also quite generous with additional bread slices when needed to go with the cheese. If you're in the area and curious about the local cheeses or liquors, or just want some cheese (be it for a quick snack now or to have on hand for later), definitely check it out!

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    Vermont Food & Farm Tours

    Vermont Food & Farm Tours

    1.0
    (1 review)
    3.0 mi

    Extremely disappointed! Amy would not honor an $130.00 gift certificate that I won, saying that it…read morewas expired when it had absolutely no expiration date on it. My husband and I booked a room (non refundable) as soon as we got off the phone with Amy. She text me the next day saying that she looked it up that night and my gift certificate had expired. I checked everywhere for an expiration date and there was none. She then blamed it on whoever printed the g.c. She did try to give us a few dollars off but honestly we were only going because it was free and it sounded cool as both my husband and I have been around gardens and farms all our lives. This was about a five hour trip for us. Thank goodness we found other things to do and we didn't have to forfeit our room as well! In the future, I would suggest that the expiration date be clearly PRINTED out on her so called gift certificate. Can't post without leaving a star so that's the only reason it's there.

    From the owner: Amy specializes in creating "wow factor" experiences that leave participants informed, inspired,…read moreand transformed. Spend time on the farm with Amy and you'll come away with tips and experiences that you'll carry with you for the rest of your life. Don't take our word for it though, check out what our guests have to say on our videos page.

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    Happy tour participants.
    Happy tour participants.
    All ages like putting their hands in the dirt and planting.
    All ages like putting their hands in the dirt and planting.
    Visiting the hydroponic.

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    Visiting the hydroponic.
    Sugarbush Farm  Maple Syrup & Cheese

    Sugarbush Farm Maple Syrup & Cheese

    4.6
    (225 reviews)
    40.4 mi
    $$

    I'm a cheese head…read more So when my friend was making our itinerary for a trip to VT, I was really excited to try this place! Weather got a little hariy getting there with the slushy roads, but we made it! It's pretty remote location with no street lights, so if driving in the dark look for the signs to get there and trust your GPS. There's a large parking lot across from the entrance to the little store/shop. The shop is actually the owners old family home I belive. We arrived pretty much at closing time, but we were still welcomed warmly. We got a cheese & maple syrup tasting which was yum and informative, and the staff member that did it was really nice, I forgot her name, but see photo below. One of the cheeses has won a cheese competition, very cool. We also got to meet the owner, but she was busy getting Christmas orders together. I perused all of the cheeses I wanted and settled on 4. We got to try 2 out of the 4 from the cheese sampling. The nice lady that checked me out even gave me some nice to-go samples as well. The smoked cheese was my fav, and the sage. But I enjoyed them all. I was able to easily fly home to TX with them due to the cold weather of the season. After the tasting, we got to peruse the store. They have so much other stuff to buy in additon to cheese and maple, tons of knick-knacks and gifts and merch. We didn't get to explore the farm after since it was pitch black when we left, too bad. Enjoy!

    Some years ago I tried the maple syrup from Sugarbush Farms and never looked back. No other syrup…read morecompares and I always go out of my way to visit anytime I'm anywhere in the greater New England area! Sadly this year I didn't get to visit New England - but lucky for me Sugarbush ships nationwide!! So I tried it out and ordered some of their syrup and my fave cheeses. Ordering online via their website was super easy. I ordered my fave dark variety of their maple syrup and 4 cheeses: horseradish cheddar, jalapeño cheddar, sharp cheddar, and Monterey Jack. Their horseradish cheddar is my absolute fave - a wonderful kick of the spicy horseradish blends so well with their rich cheddar. I really love the jalapeño cheddar too - packed full of flavor with just the right amount of kick - not overwhelming but enough to taste it. The other two were great as well - you can definitely tell their cheeses are made fresh on site - flavors are just next level compared to industrial-manufactured cheeses from the grocery store chains. And the maple syrup is also in a league of its own - nothing mass-manufactured from any grocery chain holds a candle to the rich, complex flavors and velvety texture. The syrups also last quite a long time so I'm able to keep my stocks full yearly! Since I was ordering cheese with a long way to travel, and it was still quite warm in parts of the US, their website suggested adding one of their insulated shipping boxes for an extra fee of $8. I didn't want to risk ruining my cheese so I did and all arrived in excellent condition! They pack it in extra insulated styrofoam with ice packs. So it's definitely worth it imo. Next year I'll be in Maine in October so I'll definitely be planning an extra day or two to pop over to Sugarbush on my way back out haha!! See yall next fall!

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    Sugarbush Farm  Maple Syrup & Cheese
    Sugarbush Farm  Maple Syrup & Cheese

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    Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks

    Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks

    4.5
    (150 reviews)
    16.2 mi
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    I visited Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks in February 2026, and it was an absolutely wonderful Vermont…read moreexperience. I actually drove an hour out of my way just to get this maple creemee -- I had visited a few years ago and had been dreaming about it ever since. Thankfully, it did not disappoint. The maple creemee was incredible -- unbelievably delicious, rich, and perfectly creamy with an authentic maple flavor that completely lives up to the hype. Easily one of the best maple treats you'll find anywhere. The maple syrup tasting was both informative and fun. The staff did a fantastic job explaining the different syrup grades and flavor profiles, and it was fascinating to taste how much they vary. Everything felt fresh, high-quality, and clearly made with care. The grounds themselves are beautiful, especially in winter. With a deep blanket of snow covering the landscape, the farm felt peaceful, scenic, and exactly what you hope for when visiting Vermont in February. If you're anywhere near Montpelier or Barre, Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks is absolutely worth the stop -- for the experience, the views, and one unforgettable maple creemee.

    This maple shop is huge and has so many tasty looking items! While they of course have a huge…read moreselection of sizes and flavors of maple syrups, they also have maple flavored treats and other local treats as well! I did not get any of the maple ice cream on this trip and I regret it because it sounded so good! The service was good and the inside has a very cute vibe. I purchased some maple syrup and maple candy, and while I haven't tried any yet I have a feeling it will be delicious (will update when I try it!)

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    Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks
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    Inn At Shelburne Farms

    Inn At Shelburne Farms

    4.1
    (79 reviews)
    26.2 mi
    $$$$

    Had the pleasure of visiting this lovely Inn for breakfast and dinner…read more Service and attention to detail was perfection! Great place to have breakfast and enjoy the 2.5 mile walk to the market or visit the beautiful garden on the property. Breakfast can be had under a covered patio which looks over the beautiful landscaped gardens. Reservations are easy to make on line. Even if you're not a guest at the Inn. Check dates for availability since I believe reservations may be seasonal. Can't wait to go back!!

    In July 2024, my wife, two sons, and I made a brunch reservation for the Inn at Shelburne Farms. We…read moreenjoyed the fresh bread and pancakes! I think we also had a sampling of the Shelburne Farms cheddar cheese which is amazingly delicious. Although the brunch is somewhat pricey (but reasonable compared to dinner), you are paying for the location and gorgeous view of Lake Champlain in the backyard of the Inn. Overall, service was pretty good at brunch and attentive, but our reservation was near the end of the brunch period. It's well worth taking pictures outside if the weather is nice. Before you enter the dining room, be sure to visit the sitting room. The Inn has a pleasant, historic vibe and elegant charm with portraits of Lila Vanderbilt Webb in the sitting room. This Yelp review is just for the brunch at the Inn (we did not stay overnight).

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    Dining room for our dinner reservation.
    Dining room for our dinner reservation.
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    View from patio during breakfast.

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    View from patio during breakfast.
    Cabot Creamery

    Cabot Creamery

    5.0
    (5 reviews)
    3.8 mi

    You get to try different samples of each cheese. Very good! I liked the pepper jack the best. They…read morealso gave excellent recommendations for restaurants nearby!

    I finally mde it to BJs, after skipping it last week due to weather. They were, not surprisingly,…read moreout of the protein bars I'd tried that had tasted really good. So, I settled for the best alternatives I could find, based on past experience and their current prices. But I really wanted something to satisfy a taste craving. And today, I found this popcorn. 'Cabot Creamery Seriously Sharp Cheddar Cheese Popcorn'. This packs amazingly strong cheedar flavor into popcorn. If you gave this to someone who's had Smartfood, or Wise White Cheddar, and asked them to compare them (I[ve had both of those) , it'd be a mind blowing experience for them. It's like the first time a Canada Dry ginger ale drinker tastes Schweppes for the first time. Or even better, a good ginger beer instead of ginger ale. It's just that muuch more real cheddar flvor. And BJ's sells a 15 oz. bag for 8 bucks, compared to the 4.5 oz. bags for around $4-$5 that other retailers carry for this brand, so it's a great value on price and quality. I'm not saying join Bjs to get it, but I am saying if you're a BJs member, this is popcorn you should try. If this popcorn had come out in 1985, Crocodile Dundee would have been the perfect spokesperson for it. "That's not popcorn. THIS is popcorn."

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    Cabot Creamery
    Cabot Creamery

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