It's that time of year for apple picking! Who am I kidding? It's more about hot cider and cider donuts than it is about actually picking apples. Looking for some local treats?
Petsi Pies makes a few different versions of Apple Pie from your simple Classic Apple Pie to Apple, Pear, Cranberry Pie and Salted Caramel Apple Pie. Located in Cambridge & Somerville.
Red Apple Farm has great BBQ sauce (regular or hot), Apple Butter, Cider Donuts & Hot Apple Salsa, all sold in Boston Public Market or delivered right to your home.
Go for a Sunday drive and visit the farm in Phillipston they have hayrides, educational tours, farm animals & of course apple picking.
Hard Cider - As many of you know, I love hard cider and two of my favorites are Bantam Cider & Carr's Ciderhouse.
Bantam Cider, located in Somerville has several distinctive ciders as well as a ginger beer. Americain, my favorite for the fall, is blended with cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon making it perfect for this time of year. Bantam can be purchased at a number of retailers through out Massachusetts or visit their taproom Friday - Sunday.
Carr's Ciderhouse are wild fermented ciders often dry and makes for a nice substitute for wine with a fall dinner. Carr's Ciderhouse also makes cider syrup, cider vinegar & switchel, all of which can be purchased at multiple farmer's markets and retailers throughout Massachusetts or on their website.
Tipping Cow Ice Cream has a few old standbys, however I love them for their creative unique flavors. Flavors for autumn include Apple Cider Sorbet & Jean's Apple Pie. I can't wait to try a scoop of Jean's Apple Pie along side a scoop of Bourbon Caramel (another fall flavor). Located on Medford St, Somerville, MA.
Apples are also great just they way they are. Paired with cheese or peanut butter they make a terrific healthy snack. Also, good on sandwiches or in salads and smoothies for added nutrition.
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