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2022 has been a busy year for restaurants in Hampshire County! While we said goodbye to some old favorites, we also welcomed an exciting and eclectic group of new eateries to the area. From vegan cafes to wine bars, there is something for everyone in Hampshire County. Stop by one of these new restaurants on your next visit, and start finding your next favorite spot.
We’re Mad for Maple
Red Bucket Sugar Shack
Photo by Lynne Graves
As the last of the snow starts to melt, we’re all mad for maple, and seeking our fix.
5 Reasons to Make Hampshire County Your Fall Getaway Destination
Valley View Farm, Haydenville
Photo by Lynne Graves
We're more than pretty leaves and crisp breezes. Find out why fall is our favorite season.
Fall Fairs and Festivals in Hampshire County
Belchertown Fair
Photo by Lynne Graves
Ready to get autumnal? We've got a roundup of all the best fall fests and fairs right here.
What’s New in Hampshire County: Head out to the Hilltowns
Rainbow over a field in Worthington
Photo by Lynne Graves
Tucked bucolically between the Pioneer Valley and the heart of the Berkshires, you’ll find the Hilltowns of Western Massachusetts — a collection of 39 communities that span areas of Berkshire, Franklin, Hampshire, and Hampden Counties. For anyone curious, the Hilltowns of Hampshire County include Chesterfield, Cummington, Goshen, Huntington, Middlefield, Plainfield, Westhampton, Williamsburg, and Worthington. Now repeat the list 10 times fast. OR, just put this area on your…
How do you like them apples?
Park Hill Orchard, Easthampton
Photo by Lynne Graves
Hold up! Before you reach for that pumpkin spice latte, can we take a minute to spread some apple-love? Here in Western Massachusetts, we boast about the heirloom varieties under cultivation by our region’s orchardists. The u-pick scene is sweet (or tangy and crisp, depending on your choice), local ciders are brewing, and as if picking your own peck with a mountain view wasn’t enticing enough, we’re sharing our favorite unexpected Western Applechusetts adventures -- just in…
How to Enjoy Western MA Maple Season from Near and Far
Red Bucket Sugar Shack, Worthington | Photo by Lynne Graves
Here in Western Massachusetts, maple sugaring season is one of the first signs of our annual agricultural awakening. As soon as we start to see the maple buckets on trees and sugaring steam rising in the distance, we know spring can't be far off. Whether you plan to be near or far from Western Massachusetts, there are ways to enjoy the best that a Massachusetts maple season has to offer.
5 Recipes to Try This Holiday Season from Western MA
Chef Peter Bunce at Bistro Les Gras | Northampton
If you can't make it to Western Massachusetts for the holidays, consider adding a bit of our region to your traditions by trying out some new recipes from local chefs, such as signature holiday dinner side dishes, perfectly spiced gingerbread, and a few weeknight meals to make the most of all the extra winter squash laying around.
5 Reasons to Visit Western Mass. Any Day of the Week this Fall
We can’t deny that fall is truly one of our best seasons in Hampshire County of Western Massachusetts, but that also means it's one of our busiest! Between signature events like the Paradise City Arts Festival and Family Weekends at our schools, thousands of visitors flock to our region every October. But we don’t want that to discourage you! This year we’re inviting you to think about a different kind of getaway. Go ahead—extend your weekend and include a Thursday or Sunday night, or celebrate a little Mountain Day of your own with a midweek getaway!
Let Valley Wed Help You Say ‘I Do’ in Western Massachusetts
Love & Perry Photography and Films
Wedding planning can be a fun and fulfilling experience, especially when you have the right people on your team. Valley Wed will help you find everything you need to have an amazing wedding day, with the best vendors to help you plan one of the most important days of your life. Register today for a chance to win some fantastic prizes from western Massachusetts businesses!