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Let's take a look at another local gem in Connecticut! The Traveler Restaurant is located at 1257 Buckley Highway (right off I-84) in the small town of Union, Connecticut; situated between New York and Boston. The landmark eatery and its eye-popping yellow roof draws hungry travelers off the highway for a bite. The restaurant is a unique blend of bookstore and restaurant. The main level of the business features the restaurant along with a large selection of books, while the lower level (known as The Book Cellar) features a much vaster selection of thousands of used books. The restaurant serves book-themed entrees including favorites like: Animal Farm (crispy chicken sandwich with maple aioli), Catcher in the Rye (a typical Rueben sandwich on rye bread), Wizard of Oz (tomato, avocado, bacon and cheese of wheat berry bread), Moby Dick (tuna and cheese on bread), Agatha Christie (turkey, sauerkraut, thousand island, and Swiss on rye), Mark Twain (burger with mushrooms, bacon, and Swiss), and many more. Other options include breakfast, salads, burgers, pizza, steak, fish, pasta, seafood, and much more. The best part, your meal comes with 3 free books! Find them at 1257 Buckley Highway in Union The restaurant is open Monday 10am-8pm Thursday 10am-8pm Friday 9am-8pm Saturday-Sunday 8am-8pm Closed Tuesday & Wednesday Breakfast served daily until 11am
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Calling all pickle lovers! Connecticut Pickle Festival is coming to Mohegan Sun this summer.
Connecticut Pickle Festival is New England's largest pickle event of the year featuring our Pickle Patch showcasing pickle samples throughout the country! That’s right, unlimited pickle sampling for everyone! The event will take place July 25th-July 27th. Connecticut Pickle Festival offers a variety of activities for all ages. From pickle contests, to our very own PIckle Pablo Mascot to a variety of crafters and vendors, there's something for everyone! Entertaining guests throughout the weekend is a country, pop, and rock-themed live stage production with performances by awesome local musicians. New for 2025 Pickle Wrestling! Other fun activities include The Pickle Eating Contest and the funny fan-favorite Pickle Juice Challenge! Find pickle food, pickle beer, pickle samples, pickle cocktail, pickle apparel, pickle contests, pickle games, and pickle flights at the festival. Tickets start at $30 for general admission or ball-out with a VIP Pickle Package for $80 and get a private pickle lounge with all the pickle swag! Buy your tickets here: https://ctpicklefestival.com/ Tag your pickle-loving friend in the comments! Did you know Connecticut has a British Pub? Audacity British-Style Pub is located at 829 Main Street in Manchester! The restaurant is split into 3 areas, the snugs (a lounge like space with games and couches), the dining room, and the bar area. Audacity British Style Pub isn’t just another local spot—it’s a slice of the UK right in Manchester, CT. As a locally owned establishment, they seek to provide an authentic British Style atmosphere where customers can enjoy delicious British cuisine and a refreshing pint of ale. They are passionate about lively entertainment and strive to provide guests with a memorable night out on the town. Come in today to create your own unique experience! Find your British favorites like Yorkshire Pudding, Toad in a Hole, Cottage Pie, Fish N Chips, Bangers & Mash, Cornish Pasty, Coronation Chicken, and others. Find some more traditional US dishes like burgers, chicken sandwiches, BLTs, Steak & Cheese and more on the menu also. Their Happy Hour Menu is also a great choice during Happy Hour and Late Night, with the delicious Masala Grilled Cheese, Fish N Chip Bites, Sausage Rolls, Irish Nachos, and other options! Find their menu below or on their website here: www.audacitybritishstylepubs.com/ The restaurant hosts live music in their bar area. More fun events include karaoke, open mic nights, Prime Rib nights, trivia, and much more. Find their event on their Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/AudacityCT The food and drinks were delicious! I got the Bramble on Rose, a gin drink made with berries and rose water, and my buddy got a house cup, a gin drink with citrus and cucumber. Both were delightfully refreshing! For dinner I got the Cornish Pasty, a pastry filled with sirloin, potatoes, onions, and swede served over mashed potatoes and gravy. It’s was very tasty, I would definitely get it again. My buddy got the Bangers and Mash, pork sausage over mashed potatoes and gravy. He enjoyed it greatly as well. The Mandu Masala is also an excellent choice, the unofficial National dish of the UK. Restaurant Operating Hours Sunday 11:30am- 10:00pm Monday CLOSED Tuesday-Wednesday 11:30am- 10:00pm Thursday-Saturday 11:30am- 11:30pm Bar Operating Hours Sunday 11:30am- 12:00am Monday CLOSED Tuesday-Thursday 11:30am- 1:00am Friday-Saturday 11:30am- 2:00am *Late Night Food Menu after Restaurant Hours Happy Hour Tuesday-Friday 3:00pm-6:00pm Sunday All Day I would highly recommend checking them out. It’s a great addition to downtown Manchester and will make you want to come back again! Have you gone to Audacity British Style Pub yet? What was your favorite item? Comment below!    A new addition to our new 'Local Gems' series! I took a trip down to Olde Mistick Village at 27 Coogan Boulevard in Mystic, CT. The village is made up of local shops and restaurants in the style of a New England village. The site was originally planned to be home to a shopping mall when Martin Olson purchased the land in 1963; but eventually the 1720s-style village was built on the land and became a destination for locals and tourist alike. The village is located next door to Mystic Aquarium and a short ride from Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods Resort Casino. The village is home to many unique and small businesses including an Alice in Wonderland theme coffee shop, tea shop, ghost-themed bookstore, magic wand store, gift shops, general stores, and many more. Notable businesses include: -The Cloak and Wand, Harry Potter-esque wand & novelty store -Alice in the Village, An Alice in Wonderland themed coffee shop -Alice’s Haunted Little Bookshop, A ghost themed bookstore -Sofia's Mystical Christmas, Year round Christmas shop -Toy Soldier, Toy store -The Rusty Relic, Antiques and Primitives -Pop On The Block, A popcorn store -Franklin's General Store, An old fashioned general store -The BoardWalk, Gift Shop and Boardwalk-food purveyor -Deviant Craft Coffee & Donuts, Donut and coffee shop -Mango's Wood-Fired Pizza Co., Pizza and other Italian favorites Find a full list of their stores here: https://oldemistickvillage.com/ The outdoor village was the setting for a Hallmark movie in 2023. 'Mystic Christmas' was filmed at the aquarium and Olde Mistick Village in May of 2023 and aired in October of 2023. 'A Very Nutty Christmas' was also filmed at the village in 2018, starring Melissa Joan Hart. Find Olde Mistick Village at 27 Coogan Boulevard in Mystic, CT! 
The 8th Annual Glastonbury Food Festival is happening today and tomorrow at The Glastonbury Elks Lodge at 98 Woodland Street in South Glastonbury. The event is happening rain or shine Saturday (04/26) 11am-7pm Sunday (04/27) 11am-6pm The event features over 20 of New England’s best food trucks and bounce houses for the kiddos! Make sure you check it out!  Looking for something fun to do with Mom for Mother’s Day? Look no further than the New England Spring Craft Festival at Mohegan Sun! The annual festival will take place on May 10th and 11th! The festival will feature over 250 artisans, a specialty food section, and handmade treasures! Bring Mom for a weekend of pampering and shopping from some of CT’s most talented creators. Event Details: New England Spring Craft Festival Dates: May 10th & 11th, 2025 Location: Earth Expo Center at Mohegan Sun Admission: $15 Single Day / $20 Multi-Day. 14 & Under are free! For more information, updates, and ticket details, visit https://www.nespringcraftfestival.com  Let's check out the Main Street Market in Middletown! This indoor marketplace is located at 366-386 Main Street in Downtown Middletown. The Main Street Market is home to a variety of businesses, creating a small indoor mall with local vendors The marketplace is home to Perk on Main Coffee Shop, Pokémoto, Celtic Cavern Gastropub, Marshmallow Factory, El Pulpo & Tapas Bar - Middletown, A Pocketful of Posies Gift Shop, and so much more. The marketplace is open Monday-Sunday from 8am-9pm; though individual stores have their own hours. This is the perfect place to grab a bite, meet a friend, or shop! Make sure you stop in and see what makes it a hidden gem! Have you ever visited Main Street Market? What's your favorite shop? Comment below! Shady Glen is a long-time staple of Manchester! They are famous for their fried cheese on their cheeseburgers that National chains have attempted to replicate. The restaurant is located at 840 Middle Turnpike West in Manchester, on the Bolton line. The restaurant and ice cream parlor started in 1948 by John and Bernice Rieg, farmers who wanted to expand their farm to include ice cream. With the help of UConn's flourishing Agricultural school, the farm formulated their now well-known ice cream. The restaurant expanded to a second location at The Mancheter Parkade in 1965. The restaurant was transferred to longtime manager William Hoch after the original owner's deaths in the 2000s. The restaurant is now run by William Hoch's son. The restaurant closed their satelite location at the Manchester Parkade in 2020 during the COVID shutdown. The eatery has been featured in National media, like their feature in Food Network's 'The Best Thing I Ever Ate' in 2010. The ice cream is almost as well known as their signature cheese! They serve a variety of flavors with some seasonal changes including my favorite, Peppermint Stick (only available in the winter.) Their icecream is sold in grocery stores throughout the region including Shoprite, Highland Park Market, & Big Y stores. Their dining room is also a major draw, the layout features a labyrinth of booths and seating, designed around the service of their patrons. The retro dining room has an old fashion soda fountain where staff make sodas the old fashion way, stirring in carbonated water into flavored syrup. This place is unlike anything you will find in the State! Worth a visit! The restaurant only takes cash, but there is an ATM onsite for those with card only. Stop by and give them a try! Let’s check out Connecticut’s two local marketplaces! The Shops at Riverton and The Shops at New Hartford! The Shops at New Hartford is located at 37 Greenwoods Road, on the fourth floor of the former Ovation Guitar building.The building is an extraordinary destination that supports local vendors nestled in the charming town. The commitment to quality is evident, as each of the over 50 vendors provides unique, must-have items that you never knew you needed. It's nearly impossible not to discover a treasure that you'll cherish forever while simultaneously supporting local talent. The owners began their venture with the sister store, The Shops at Riverton, located in the historic Old Hitchcock furniture building in Riverton, CT. The Shops at Riverton is located at 2 School Street. Like their sister location, The Shops at Riverton is made of a large variety of small artisan vendors, providing unique items and gifts! Both of The Shops are more than just a market; their welcoming atmosphere ensures that every visit is an enjoyable and memorable experience. The Shops host a variety of events, from baby goat cuddles to live music, so be sure to follow them on Facebook and Instagram (tagged above) to stay up-to-date on their exciting happenings. Both The Shops at New Hartford and The Shops at Riverton offer an amazing day out and are well worth a trip to Northwest Connecticut. Add these unique shopping experiences to your travel plans today! The Shops at New Hartford and The Shops at Rivertom are both open Wednesday thru Sunday from 10am-6pm. P.S. Don’t miss the baby goats in New Hartford on February 8th and 9th from 11-4! Bring the kids! (Pardon the goat pun.) For this hidden gem, I ventured into Old Wethersfield, Connecticut; I have always heard it is the cutest New England Village. I finally had some free time to visit with my friend to check it out. It is definitely a quaint little village, complete with Old Wethersfield Country Store, an ice cream shop / coffee shop named Main Street Creamery & Cafe, a seed and small produce market called Heirloom Market at Comstock Ferre, many restaurants, museums, a toy store, gift shops, and even a new gelato place called NOCI. It's a great place to spend a day! Make sure you check it out! Have you ever been to Old Wethersfield? What is your favorite store/eatery? Comment Below! |
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