{"id":50501,"date":"2015-04-09T11:12:57","date_gmt":"2015-04-09T15:12:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/?p=50501"},"modified":"2022-01-27T14:49:43","modified_gmt":"2022-01-27T18:49:43","slug":"places-to-eat-in-the-berkshires","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/50501\/places-to-eat-in-the-berkshires\/","title":{"rendered":"Gourmet Getaways: 5 Places to Eat and Drink in the Berkshires"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Travelers hungry for authentic epicurean experiences will feel right at home in the Berkshires. The rich agricultural heritage is a springboard for a host of farm fresh gastronomic opportunities.<\/p>\n<p>Meet five of the Berkshire\u2019s most characteristic culinary destinations, bringing nature\u2019s windfall directly to your plate.<!--more--><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><strong><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/phot-credit-Ulf-Nilsson-2.jpg\" alt=\"phot credit Ulf Nilsson-2\" width=\"415\" height=\"276\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/phot-credit-Ulf-Nilsson-2.jpg\" alt=\"phot credit Ulf Nilsson-2\" width=\"415\" height=\"276\" \/><\/noscript><\/strong>Where:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/nudelrestaurant.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nudel<\/a>,\u00a0Lenox<br \/>\n<strong style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\">Why:\u00a0<\/strong><span style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\">Nudel\u2019s buzz carries way beyond the Berkshires. It is fast becoming a destination restaurant, drawing diners from New York, Boston and beyond. Rising-star Bjorn Somlo has received multiple awards and nominations including Best Chef: Northeast by the James Beard Foundation.\u00a0Nudel collaborates with top-notch local purveyors including <\/span><a style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.indianlinefarm.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Indian Line Farm<\/a><span style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\"> and <\/span>Berkshire Mountain Bakery<span style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\">. Passionate foodies will want to sit at the bar to get an unabridged look into the inner workings of the open kitchen. The menu is subject to dramatic changes, based on nature and freewheeling Chef Somlo\u2019s whims. The ingredients are local, organic and ethically sourced. Expect pasta, vegetables prepared with rustic grains like millet, grass-fed meats and sophisticated seafood. The micro-sized dining room doesn\u2019t accept reservations, so come early.<br \/>\n<\/span><strong style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\">Where to stay:\u00a0<\/strong><span style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\">The tasty theme continues the next morning at <\/span><a style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.hamptonterrace.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hampton Terrace B &amp; B<\/a><span style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\">. Innkeeper Stan stays true to his Georgia roots with an eye-opening Southern-style morning repast. For more things to do in the area, read oM&#8217;s guide to <\/span><a style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\" href=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/2015\/03\/29\/things-to-do-in-lenox\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lenox<\/a><span style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-50594 alignleft lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/Screen-Shot-2015-04-09-at-11.27.09-AM.png\" alt=\"Screen Shot 2015-04-09 at 11.27.09 AM\" width=\"415\" height=\"269\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-50594 alignleft lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/Screen-Shot-2015-04-09-at-11.27.09-AM.png\" alt=\"Screen Shot 2015-04-09 at 11.27.09 AM\" width=\"415\" height=\"269\" srcset=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/Screen-Shot-2015-04-09-at-11.27.09-AM.png 889w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/Screen-Shot-2015-04-09-at-11.27.09-AM-300x194.png 300w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/Screen-Shot-2015-04-09-at-11.27.09-AM-38x25.png 38w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 415px) 100vw, 415px\" \/><\/noscript><strong>Where:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/district.kitchen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">District Kitchen &amp; Bar<\/a>,\u00a0Pittsfield<br \/>\n<strong style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\">Why:\u00a0<\/strong>Pittsfield<span style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\"> enjoys a distinctly urban vibe. The pedestrian-friendly downtown, known as the Upstreet Cultural District, boasts a lively assortment of galleries, theater venues and appetite-stimulating eateries. New to the neighborhood is <\/span><span style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\">District Kitchen &amp; Bar<\/span><span style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\">. The look is post-industrial, the crowd casual. District\u2019s kitchen has no interest in shortcuts. The locally sourced ingredients are prepared from scratch and to order. Open with an architecturally composed cheese board or saut\u00e9ed shrimp on a bed of rich sweet potato puree. Act II continues with pan-roasted salmon seasoned with grilled fennel, dill and a touch of orange. You can\u2019t go wrong ordering a juicy burger made with Vermont raised ground beef. Luckily, you\u2019re traveling car-free, as this is not the place to abstain from alcohol. Indulge in the selection of craft beer, a carefully curated wine list and inventive cocktails that respect time-honored mixology techniques.<br \/>\n<\/span><strong style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\">Where to stay:\u00a0<\/strong>Downtown Pittsfield debuts an art-infused boutique property, <a href=\"http:\/\/hotelonnorth.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hotel on North<\/a>, in May 2015.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/OutsidePorchLenox2.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/OutsidePorchLenox2.jpg\" alt=\"OutsidePorchLenox\" width=\"415\" height=\"311\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/OutsidePorchLenox2.jpg\" alt=\"OutsidePorchLenox\" width=\"415\" height=\"311\" \/><\/noscript><\/a>Where:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.patisserielenox.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Patisserie Lenox<\/a>,\u00a0Lenox and Great Barrington<br \/>\n<strong>Why:\u00a0<\/strong>The look, smell and taste of genuine French pastries can be yours at both adorable locations of Patisserie Lenox. Feast on a dazzling assortment of fruit tarts, creamy mousse cakes, dainty petits fours and airy macarons in a color palette worthy of a jewel box. Chef Jean Yves trained in Paris and honed his artisanal baking skills at four-star La Grenouille, an old-school bastion of all things Gallic in Manhattan. Grab a seat and listen to the sounds of Edith Piaf and Jacques Brel at this corner of Paris in Western Massachusetts.<br \/>\n<strong>Where to stay:\u00a0<\/strong>Great Barrington\u2019s <a href=\"http:\/\/www.wainwrightinn.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Wainwright Inn<\/a> is a romantic country inn within walking distance from town.<br \/>\n<strong><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/once-upon-atable.jpg\" alt=\"once-upon-atable\" width=\"415\" height=\"275\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/once-upon-atable.jpg\" alt=\"once-upon-atable\" width=\"415\" height=\"275\" \/><\/noscript> Where: <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.onceuponatablebistro.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Once Upon a Table<\/a>, <a title=\"Off Season Escape: Things to Do in Stockbridge, MA\" href=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/2013\/10\/22\/things-to-do-in-stockbridge-ma\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Stockbridge<br \/>\n<\/a><strong>Why:<\/strong> What\u2019s a weekend getaway without brunch? Once Upon a Table serves wholesome a.m. classics in a shabby-chic environment that captures the essence of small town charm. The menu takes its inspiration from nearby farms and producers. Look for comfort favorites like fluffy gingerbread waffles served with freshly whipped cream and eggs Benedict doused in a rich Hollandaise. Decadent desserts are all made in-house.<br \/>\n<strong>Where to stay: <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.redlioninn.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Red Lion Inn<\/a> is an excellent Stockbridge basecamp.<\/p>\n<p><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-50525 alignright lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/Karinaw-Latte-art.jpg\" alt=\"Karinaw Latte art\" width=\"415\" height=\"290\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-50525 alignright lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/Karinaw-Latte-art.jpg\" alt=\"Karinaw Latte art\" width=\"415\" height=\"290\" srcset=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/Karinaw-Latte-art.jpg 500w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/Karinaw-Latte-art-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/Karinaw-Latte-art-35x25.jpg 35w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 415px) 100vw, 415px\" \/><\/noscript><strong>Where:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/barringtoncoffee.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Barrington Coffee Roasters<\/a>, Lee<br \/>\n<strong>Why:\u00a0<\/strong>If your devotion to coffee borders on fanaticism, you\u2019ll be among like-minded java geeks at Barrington Coffee Roasting Company. Founded in 1993, they treat this beverage with the same reverence as fine wine. It is not a coffee shop or caf\u00e9, rather the company\u2019s headquarters. Visitors are enthusiastically welcomed with freshly brewed samples and a steady stream of coffee-centric conversation. Decidedly not a corporate giant, on any given day the dedicated owners can be seen cupping the new crop of Ethiopian beans or roasting for the day\u2019s production. They offer <a href=\"http:\/\/barringtoncoffee.com\/commercial\/education\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">workshops<\/a> for those considering opening their own cafes as well as for serious amateurs. You will learn that what starts with integrity on the coffee farm can be enhanced or undone in the cup. Seminars address everything from coffee\u2019s history to milk texturing.<br \/>\n<strong>Where to stay:\u00a0<\/strong>The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.chamberyinn.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Chambery Inn<\/a> offers nine rooms in a renovated schoolhouse in downtown Lee. It\u2019s a few miles from Barrington Coffee Roasters. Park Taxi Service will have you smelling the coffee in minutes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Getting to the Berkshires:\u00a0<\/strong>Ride the Bonanza or Peter Pan bus lines from Port Authority to the Berkshires in just over three hours. Once you\u2019ve arrived, the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.berkshirerta.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Berkshire Regional Transit Authority<\/a> buses serve 12 communities. No Sunday service.\u00a0For more information, head to <a href=\"http:\/\/berkshires.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Berkshires.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><em>Photo credit: Karinaw, Massachusetts Office of Travel &amp; Tourism, Ulf Nilsson<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[mappress mapid=&#8221;17&#8243;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Travelers hungry for authentic epicurean experiences will feel right at home in the Berkshires. The rich agricultural heritage is a springboard for a host of farm fresh gastronomic opportunities. 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