How To Source a Local Thanksgiving
Once upon a time people created a Thanksgiving table from what they raised — if you don't happen to live on a farm, no worries. Here's a list of resources for sourcing a local dinner.
Author: Emily Heidt
Tips and Tricks for a Thanksgiving Tablescape That Speaks for Itself
Tips and tricks for creating a stylish (and easy cleanup) Thanksgiving tablescape that speaks for itself
Suddenly Last Summer
Here are some of our favorite memories from days just gone by
Granite State Growers: Vernon Family Farm
New Hampshire farmers share stories of tradition and innovation
Granite State Growers: Brookdale Fruit Farm
New Hampshire farmers share stories of tradition and innovation
Granite State Growers: Miles Smith Farm
New Hampshire farmers share stories of tradition and innovation
Granite State Growers: Moulton Farm
New Hampshire farmers share stories of tradition and innovation
Granite State Growers: Brookford Farm
New Hampshire farmers share stories of tradition and innovation
Granite State Growers: LaValley Farms
New Hampshire farmers share stories of tradition and innovation
Best New Hampshire Dog-Friendly Hikes
Hiking with your dog is a great excuse to get outside, connect with nature and explore all of the beautiful trails New Hampshire has to offer. Chances are your dog will enjoy the sights, smells, fresh air and exercise too.
Ultimate Guide for Mother’s Day Gifts and Ideas
Pamper mom with a day of personalized activities that go way beyond breakfast in bed.
Best Places: Where to Go Bird Watching
Bird watching can be done anywhere in New Hampshire — along a nature trail, at the beach, on the mountains or in your own backyard.
Best Places: Recommended Picnic Spots
You’ll be sure to enjoy all of the beautiful scenery while snacking on a packed meal. Just remember to carry in and carry out!
Best Places: Easy Hikes (or Walks)
Let’s face it: New Hampshire is known for its abundance of hiking opportunities (4,000-footer club, anyone?), but not everyone is able or ready to take a full day to scale mountains and…
Best Places: Laugh Until You Cry
With dozens of venues across the state, New Hampshire has plenty of options for venues to visit when you’re in the mood to laugh until you cry.
Best Places: High-Energy Spots for Adults and Kids
Who says kids get to have all the fun? Not us! Let loose and have fun with the whole family at these spots across the Granite State where volume isn’t a problem.
Best Places: Frilly and Fun Cocktails and Mocktails
New Hampshire’s bartenders are always mixing up delicious drinks that are tropical and fun, but here are some specific bars to check out if you’re in the mood for fun and frilly cocktails and mocktails that shine like the summer sun.
Best Places: NH’s Best Small-Town Movie Theaters
Small-town theaters offer a cinematic escape for the fraction of the price.
Best Places: Where to Let Off Some Steam
Rage rooms and ax-throwing venues offer a safe space to vent anger, frustration, sadness, joy — whatever emotion you’re hoping to process, there’s a place in New Hampshire that fits your needs.
Best Places: Bogs
Bogs, slow-growing areas left by receding glaciers and preserved over time, are more mysterious than you might think.
Best New Hampshire Dog-Friendly Beaches and Parks
Let your pup splash in the waves at the beach or enjoy some off-the-leash fun at the park.
Best Dog-Friendly Hotels and Restaurants in New Hampshire
The days are gone when traveling with your pet meant staying at roadside motels with stained carpets and curious odors. Here's where to stay (and eat) with your canine companion.
The Best Events Happening in March
This month brings a variety of events, from sugar shack visits to Saint Patrick's Day marathons to festivals.
The Best Events Happening in February
This month brings a variety of events, from a chocolate festival to snowshoeing to road races and more.
Exeter’s Storybook Charm
An insider’s guide to the river town’s history and latest chapter
Warm Up at NH’s Cozy Cafés
Looking for a cozy place to curl up with a coffee AND shop for new plants, a new piece of art or even get your nails done? Here is a list of cafes that offer plenty of beverages to warm you up and a lounge/retail space to match the mood.
Finding Indoor Fun and (Board) Games
This is the perfect time of year to host a game night with your friends and family. From classic games to puzzle-solving competitions, the possibilities for a fun night indoors are endless. Here are our recommendations to find the perfect game for your next get-together
Our Favorite Comfort Foods for Cold, Winter Days
When you think of cozy foods, do you think of mac and cheese? A big juicy hamburger? Or maybe a cup of hot chocolate? All of these things can be comfort foods on some level. Here’s where to get the best around the state, plus information on some of the region’s coziest tea shops
Try Something New with Winter Art and Craft Classes
New England during the winter is renowned for being quaint and picturesque. Its beauty can also ignite inspiration and creativity. While everyone else is sleeping in and the earth is hibernating, make your winter as active as you want it to be. Craft to your heart’s content by learning how to throw pottery or fuse glass. Solace-seekers can try a new craft, learn to dance, or “om” the winter days away using holistic therapy. The choice is yours!
Warm Up Winter with These Cozy Items
We can all agree that winter is a tough season. The shorter, colder days can leave us feeling stressed (and bummed) out, which is why it’s more important than ever to come home and warm up in a space that leaves you feeling cozy and refreshed. From creating your own signature scent, to cuddling up in the warmest blanket we could find, here are some cozy products that can help you transform your hibernation station.
7 B&Bs and Inns For A Cozy Getaway
Getting stir crazy and feeling cabin fever set in? Here are a few of our recommendations for places to plan a weekend retreat that will surely scratch that change of scenery and adventure-seeking itch.
Our Favorite Spots for One-Stop Shopping (Christmas Style)
Looking for a place to stop and shop for everyone on your shopping list? Here’s a roundup of our favorite stores selling NH-made products to get you started on the right track.
Gift Ideas for Shoe Lovers
From boots to slippers to sneakers and even your own custom shoe ware, these NH shops make shoes that will keep your feet warm and happy (and even stylish) this winter season.
Gift Ideas for Tea and Coffee Lovers
Whether they prefer seasonal drinks, like pumpkin spice lattes and peppermint mochas, stick to strictly black coffee all year, or go for less-caffeinated teas, there are a plethora of options.
Gift Ideas for Foodies
A visit to one of these local shops comes with (delicious) rewards for the gift-giver
Monarch Magic at Petals in the Pines
Nature meets nurture at Canterbury's hidden gem
Scattering Seeds of Sustainable Sunshine
Sunfox Farm in Concord brings the taste and beauty of sunflowers to central New Hampshire.
Best Mexican Restaurants in NH
Here are our reader favorite spots to enjoy Mexican food from delicious fajitas to nachos made with deep fried tortilla chips.
Keene Locale Hero: Mary Ann Kristiansen
Rich with history, scenic views, good eats and classic New England architecture, Keene may be known as a college town, but it is also part hidden gem for the outdoorsman and local shopaholic, and part innovative hub for Granite State business owners thanks to the Hannah Grimes Center for Entrepreneurship.
Laconia Locale Heroes: Bryan & Johanna Halperin
The performing arts play an important role in bringing people together through imagination and community, and the void of connection felt through empty seats and stages spoke to hearts like Bryan and Johanna Halperin.
Best Places to Grab a Sandwich in NH
Here are our reader favorite spots to enjoy a sandwich from mouth-watering subs to delicious sandwiches with all of the fixin's.
Ultimate Local Holiday Gift Guide
Our curated selection of New Hampshire shops and gift ideas for (almost) everyone on your list
Experience Tradition at the Annual Craftsmen’s Fair
The League of New Hampshire Craftsmen's annual fair draws more than 25,000 visitors annually. This August, you should be one of them.
Are Granite Staters Up for a Challenge?
2022 NH Eats Local Month kicks off with the Live Free + Eat Local Challenge on August 1.
Celebrating Music, Love and Action at SoulFest
New England's top Christian music festival honors 24 years of faith, family and fun at Gunstock Mountain Resort.
Best Specialty Food Stores
Here are our favorite reader spots to pick up specialty food items from prepared meals to locally sourced meat, cheeses and fresh produce.
Savory and Sweet
PALETTE serves up decadent graze boards that are perfect for a night in with friends or a special Mother's Day treat.
Sip, Shop and Soak at Étagère
Spend an hour or spend a day at this eclectic Amherst boutique
Meet Your Local Sugarhouse: Mapletree Farm’s Dean Wilber
This Concord farm focuses on family and tradition.
Beyond the Brush: Mt. Washington Arts Association
This gallery desires to collaborate with other arts and non-profit organizations to help build the arts community in the Mt. Washington Valley.
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