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Inside the Colorful Furniture Shop on Route 7 in Vermont
You've probably seen the colorful tables along Route 7. Here's what you'll find inside Allen Simon Furniture in Ferrisburgh.
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You've probably seen the colorful tables along Route 7. Here's what you'll find inside Allen Simon Furniture in Ferrisburgh.
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Made in Vermont
What do you get for the person in your life who seemingly has everything? Or the person who favors collective experiences over more material goods? I…
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Made in Vermont
My favorite Vermont garden center offers more than flowers and herbs. Visit Red Wagon Plants in Hinesburg for gardening inspiration, coffee, and pastries.
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Made in Vermont
What makes Vermont's identity so recognizable? As a marketer and longtime Vermonter, I'm fascinated by the businesses that have helped shape our state's reputation. From Cabot and Ben & Jerry's to Darn Tough, Simon Pearce and Farmhouse Pottery, here are 12 Vermont brands I admire and what makes them stand out.
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Made in Vermont
Still have a few people left on your Christmas list? From Common Deer in Burlington and Sweet Cecily in Middlebury to Woody's Mercantile in Woodstock and Local Maverick in Manchester, these are some of my favorite Vermont shops for finding thoughtful holiday gifts while supporting small businesses.
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Made in Vermont
From bourbon barrel-aged syrup to creative infusions, Runamok Maple brings a fresh perspective to Vermont's beloved sugaring tradition.
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Made in Vermont
Looking for a thoughtful Mother's Day gift? From handblown glass at Simon Pearce and jewelry from Elli Parr to Vermont skincare, seasonal flower subscriptions and pottery workshops, here are some of my favorite ways to celebrate Mom while supporting Vermont businesses.
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Experiences
From Jasper Hill's aging caves to Shelburne Farms' farmhouse cheddar and Blue Ledge Farm's Lake's Edge, Vermont produces some of my favorite cheeses anywhere. Here's my guide to the cheesemakers I love, where to shop for Vermont cheese and the ten varieties I keep coming back to.
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Made in Vermont
Looking for stocking stuffers made in Vermont? From Vermont Marshmallow Company and Ursa Major skincare to Farmhouse Pottery, Darn Tough socks and Lake Champlain Chocolates, here are some of my favorite small gifts from Vermont businesses.
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Fine Dining
Simon Pearce in Quechee combines one of Vermont's most beautiful restaurant settings with live glassblowing demonstrations and a flagship store filled with handmade glassware. From my favorite Woodstock Balloon wineglasses to dinner overlooking the Ottauquechee River, here's why I keep returning.
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