Breads
Red Lentil Soup with Lemon & Homemade Soft Pretzels
Posted February 25th, 2010Here are two fun recipes from Dana’s kitchen. This healthy Red Lentil Soup is much more appealing to kids when it’s served with a New York City-looking pretzel!
Sally Spillane’s Corn Bread
Posted December 30th, 2009I served Sally’s cornbread with my chili the other and it was a huge hit! And, unbelievable, it’s incredibly easy to make. She sent me her family recipe to share with all of you. Ingredients: 3 boxes Jiffy cornbread mix (it’s not cheating!) 2 cans creamed corn 1 small can chopped green chilis 2 TBL dried minced onion 12 oz. sharp ...
Holiday Recipe: Old-Fashioned Boiled Raisin Cake
Posted December 22nd, 2009This 19th century “heirloom recipe” is from the kitchen of Emogene Barrett Chase, the grandmother of local dairy farmer, Barry Chase. Emogene was raised on Skunk’s Misery Road before she moved to Pine Plains. Barry and his wife, Rosey, make this favorite family (and friend) recipe very Christmas and it is absolutely delicious.
“No Fail” Classic Popovers
Posted November 25th, 2009My daughter, Dana, was visiting for the Thanksgiving weekend, and in cleaning out some of her things stored in the basement, we found her long-lost recipe file, with her favorite, NO FAIL, POPOVER RECIPE. It originates from January, 1996 Gourmet Magazine…
Pumpkin Muffins
Posted October 29th, 2009A busy week for me and I was frantic Thursday night trying to come up with a recipe. So, I called my favorite cook and dearest friend, Vicki, in Maine looking for a pumpkin recipe. She didn’t have anything to really rave about but suggested I research finding a pumpkin muffin recipe. ...
Wild Blueberry Muffins
Posted June 18th, 2009Maine is known for its wild blueberries and I thought this would be an appropriate recipe for me to put in this week. I am off on holiday with a group of friends from college, spending a glorious few days together in the state of Maine.
Susan Crossley’s Awesome Apple Cake
Posted March 26th, 2009This delicious recipe comes via Susan Crossley, partner in Crossley-Redmond Real Estate in Pine Plains. Years ago I sampled it at a dinner party and I have yet to forget how delicious it was.
Upstate Films
I always get the feeling as I enter Upstate, that I’ve stepped back in time...It has an authentic soul and you can tell the people who run the theater love what they do.
Hylton-Hundt Salon
I had been hearing Rhonda talk about her "Hairapy" at Hylton Hundt Salon for quite a few years. "Bonnie not only makes me look beautiful, she clears my mind and nourishes my soul!"
B. Docktor Photo
B. Docktor has the uncanny ability to capture all the emotions of a single moment in time through the lens of her camera. Portraits ▪ Weddings ▪ Events
Gilded Moon Framing
We are so lucky to have this world-class framing gallery right in Millerton. From valuable oil paintings to family photographs, you know you are getting the best archival work that will stand the test of time.
Stissing Design
One of the many reasons I love Tim’s work is in his clever details. Each one-of-a-kind piece is made with such care and originality it’s like buying a wonderful piece of art.
Rural Intelligence — Be “in the know”!
If you want to be “in the know” about the arts, food, home, garden, music, shopping and day trips…this is the website for you!!
The Berkshire Taconic Foundation
Berkshire Taconic builds stronger communities and improves the quality of life for all residents of our region...
The Amazing Real Live Food Co.
In case you hadn't noticed...I LOVE the cheeses from The Amazing Real Live Food Company.
Red Devon Market Bar & Restaurant
The Red Devon not only uses seasonal, local & sustainable ingredients in the delicious food they serve, but they are responsible local stewards of the land from which that bounty comes.
Paula Redmond Real Estate
This lovely c.1845 farmhouse overlooks 37 plus acres of open fields, pastures and pond on a bucolic country road.
Hudson Valley Fresh
Hammertown is supporting this not-for-profit dairy cooperative because they are dedicated to help the remaining farms in our region to not only survive, but to thrive.
The Valley Table
“The magazine of all things epicurean up and down the river.” So says the New York Times and I couldn’t agree more.
A.G.S. – Professional Home Delivery
I cannot say enough great things about them. They are a family-run business and take pride, care and responsibility for their work.
Caroline Phipps – Health Counselor
Could one conversation change your life? After one consultation with Caroline I was on a journey to find out more about me, the food I eat, and on the road to a healthier lifestyle.
TriArts Sharon Playhouse
Hammertown has been a big supporter of TriArts for almost 20 years. In fact, I even used to house visiting actors (including "Sandy" the dog in Annie who negotiated air conditioned premises in her contract)
The Stissing House Restaurant & Tavern
"The Mushrooms Alone are Worth the Drive!" (N.Y. Times) When I first heard the former owners of the famed, Provence bistro in New York City were taking over the Stissing House, I was beside myself with anticipation and excitement.
No. 9 Restaurant – Millerton, NY
I have been a huge fan of Taryn & Tim Cocheo since they were at The Bottle Tree in Ancram, NY. To their Ancram fans' dismay, they closed The Bottle Tree & headed to Millerton... Ancram's loss is Millerton's gain!
DePreter DeSigns – Signage & Sculpture
Jon is an enlightened and talented craftsman, who is always a pleasure to work with.
