It has been quite a while since I ventured outside of Connecticut. Not too far over the border is the town of Beacon, NY in the Hudson Valley. This town and its surrounding area has a little bit of everything- cute stores, museums, waterfall, restaurants, biking friendly and loads of hiking with spectacular views. IContinue reading “NY: Dutchess County- Beacon”
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CT: Fairfield County- Rowayton- The Restaurant at Rowayton Seafood (Sunset)
Being a gal from New York City, I admit, I can be a bit of a city snob when it comes to a nice restaurant. Seating can be indoor or out, seated or by boat! The environment was very relaxing and the service superb. The food was delicious and I felt good about going forContinue reading “CT: Fairfield County- Rowayton- The Restaurant at Rowayton Seafood (Sunset)”
CT: New Haven County- Guilford (Bike 10, Hike, Eat!)
As a Type A, I try to get the biggest bang for my time and energy. Bike riding with scenic views is one of my favorite outdoor adventures. I take the time to map out routes which offer moderate effort rides with photo ops and good food stops. This 10-12 mile ride in Guilford providedContinue reading “CT: New Haven County- Guilford (Bike 10, Hike, Eat!)”
Inspiration: Take In and Take Out!
In Stamford, Norwalk and Fairfield I can find the best Pho-Ga soup there is at Mecha Noodle. This works great in the winter months as each are relatively near a shoreline for a car picnic with a view! (Go with it, got to get creative with this pandemic 🙂 For those that know me, IContinue reading “Inspiration: Take In and Take Out!”
CT: Middlesex County- Essex- Griswold inn
Said to be the Oldest Continuously Operating Inn in America since 1776, the Griswold Inn found ways to even stay open through Covid! Born of Independence, the building and launch of the Oliver Cromwell warship was at the beginnings of The Griswold Inn, a destination for seafarers and land travelers alike for more than 244Continue reading “CT: Middlesex County- Essex- Griswold inn”
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CT: New Haven County-Madison Beach Hotel
Ride the second wave with s’mores, hot cocoa and sunsets! While I love the outdoors, I am not a fan of the cold and with the second wave of the pandemic am seeking opportunities to continue my adventures. Fortunately Madison and specifically the Madison Beach hotel offers a setting to achieve just that! I’d rideContinue reading “CT: New Haven County-Madison Beach Hotel”
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CT: Fairfield County- Redding: Redding Land Trust (Brinkhoffer Preserve) & Milestone (Food)
This afternoon “rocks” with stone paths over the river at this Redding preserve to Apres hike at Milestones in Georgetown. Achieve two milestones in one day! The Beeholm Road entrance at Brinkhoffer preserve starts with a short boardwalk. The trail then leads to a meadow beyond which are the woods. The white trail is theContinue reading “CT: Fairfield County- Redding: Redding Land Trust (Brinkhoffer Preserve) & Milestone (Food)”
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CT: Middlesex County- East Haddam- Two Wrasslin’ Cats (Food & Coffee)
A visit to Gillette Castle, where William Gillette had 17 cats, would be appropriately coupled with the Two Wrasslin’ Cats cafe. A casual eatery and coffee house off the side of the main road in East Haddam offers a “clowder” of sandwich offerings, each feline themed, in a circa 1784 house. Mark the owner retiredContinue reading “CT: Middlesex County- East Haddam- Two Wrasslin’ Cats (Food & Coffee)”
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CT: Middlesex County-East Haddam- Yankee Cider Company
Perfect pairing for the holidays! Loved the ambience of the Yankee Cider Mill. Coupling it with a tour around East Haddam makes for a delightful day. They offer flights of hard cider and sweet wines as well as freshly made cider donuts or s’mores over the open fire outside. Yankee Cider Company, 23 Petticoat Lane,Continue reading “CT: Middlesex County-East Haddam- Yankee Cider Company”
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CT: New London County- Colchester- Red Rose Desserts & More
Follow the trail to the Red Rose! A 1/4 mile down from Sunshine cycles off the Airline Trail spur in Colchester is a perfect stop for a bite as recommended by the bike shop owner himself. After experiencing a flat as I rode today, I was fortunate enough to learn of the bike shop whichContinue reading “CT: New London County- Colchester- Red Rose Desserts & More”
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Pivot and Pause in New England 