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Weekend Lighthouse Brunch CruiseWeekends throughout SeptemberBoston Harbor$59.95 per personEnjoy a two and a half hour tour of Boston’s Inner and Outer Harbor while David Coffin provides you with his take on Boston’s history. Also featured will be a delicious brunch including all the classic breakfast choices. Plymouth Farmers MarketThursdays throughout the month 2:30pm-6:30pmPlimoth Plantation137 Warren AvenuePlymouthFree AdmissionThis lively outdoor celebration of seasonal food features local and organic vegetables, fruits and herbs. Artisan breads and baked goods, goat cheese, honey, eggs, cut flowers, jams, sauces, soaps and more are available here. Natick Summer Farmers MarketSaturdays year round9am-1pmNatick Common at Main Street and Route 135NatickFree AdmissionThis year round farmers market will be serving up fresh herbs, chocolates and candies, bagels, breads, Italian food, teas, seafood and more! Cape Cod Beer Farmers MarketFridays throughout the month3pm-6pm336 Phinney’s Lane HyannisFree AdmissionCome to the brewery weekly for a variety of meats, produce, kettle corn, focaccia and other assorted breads, sweet treats, wine and more! West Tisbury Famers MarketSaturdays throughout the monthWest Tisbury Free AdmissionThis market is a jam packed event with live local talent, plenty of specialty food vendors and exotic treats flowers and herbs for you to enjoy. Lexington Farmers MarketTuesdays throughout the month 2pm-6:30pmCorner of Woburn Street and Massachusetts AvenueLexingtonFree AdmissionWhile enjoying the live entertainment and artisan craft vendors, pick up fresh produce, flowers and a variety of farmers market favorites. SoWa Farmers Market and BazaarSundays throughout the month 10am-4pm500 Harrison AvenueBostonFree AdmissionThis market is a thriving cultural tradition in the area of the city south of Washington Street (SoWa). There is also a craft market and a vintage market! Beverly Farmers MarketMondays throughout the month 3pm-7pmVeterans Memorial Park 150 Rantoul Street and Railroad AvenueBeverly Free AdmissionAt this child friendly, dog friendly park shop around for fresh herbs, flowers, honey, seafood, massages and music. Farmers Market at Forest ParkTuesdays12:30pm-6pmForest Park SpringfieldFree admissionThis farmers market, open rain or shine features 15+ local vendors for you to enjoy. Amherst Farmer’s MarketSaturdays throughout the month 8am-2pmSouth and Spring StreetAmherstFree AdmissionVisit the Amherst Farmer’s market for fresh and local produce, flowers, honey and much more! Monday BrunchMondays throughout the month Brownstone 111 Dartmouth StreetBostonFree Admission A cure-all for anyone suffering from Sunday Funday hangovers. So whether it's your day off or you're taking a lunch break, come in and join us for Monday Brunch! Girls Night Out: Spectacular Small PlatesThursday September 3rd6:30pm-8:30pmSur la Table 100 Huntington AvenueBoston$69 per personGet all your girlfriends together for a night of delicious food and laughter. In this cooking class you will learn how to make an assortment of tasty small plates like, squash blossom fritters and melon gazpacho. The Last CourseThursday, September 3rd7pm-10pmHarvest Restaurant44 Brattle StreetCambridge $65-95 per personThis 6 course dessert tasting features 6 of Boston’s best pastry Chef’s! The evening begins with hors d’euvres and cocktails followed by a wine tasting alongside the desserts. #TexasTakeoverNight at SolsticceThursday, September 3rd7:30pm-10pmSolstice Restaurant63 Summer StreetKingston *Free event, pay for food and drink accordinglyThis series of takeover nights are dedicated to authentic Texas BBQ, think brisket, pulled pork sliders, spicy Texan sausage, mac and cheese and more! Cider on a SailboatThursday, September 3rd5:30pm-7:30pmWorld Ocean School Boston$50 per personAll aboard Boston’s only historic tall ship for a night of sailing and tasting. This Thursday’s voyage will feature tastings from Downeast Cider House and all the proceeds go to supporting the non-profit World Ocean School. Taste of Newbury StrollThursday, September 3rd and Thursday, September 10th 5:30pm-8:30pmNewbury Street Boston$20 per personEnjoy lite bites, refreshments and live music at this taste of Newbury Street featuring Itadaki, Dosa Factory, Papa Razzi, Amorino, Ben & Jerry’s, Joe’s American Bar and Grill, The Paint Bar, Shake Shack, Dirty Water Dough Co. and Snappy Sushi! 6th Annual Mass Brewers FestFriday, September 4th 6pm200 Seaport BoulevardBoston$40 per personStart off your Labor Day weekend with the Massachusetts Brewer’s Fest featuring 100 different beers from 30+ member breweries. Enjoy these cold brews while looking out to the skyline and harbor views of Boston. Clam & Lobster Feast Saturday, September 5th 9am-1pmBraintree Farmers Market1 John F Kennedy Memorial DriveBraintreePrices VaryEnjoy a freshly prepared New England style Clam and Lobster feast with vegetables from farmer’s markets, clam chowder, lobster bisque and lobster rolls! King Richard’s FaireSaturday September 5th – Sunday, October 25th 10:30am-6pmKing Richards's Faire 235 Main Street Route 58Carver$16 Children$29 AdultsEpicurean pleasures, suited for royalty, will tantalize your taste buds with the Faire’s unbelievable choices of truly scrumptious treats. Satiate your palate with giant spit-roasted turkey legs, ringlets of fryes, and boules of chowder or stew. Don’t forget to quench thy thirst with champagne, wine, and brew! Three County FairSaturday September 5thSunday, September 6th andMonday September 7th11 am (All Day)Fairgrounds41 Fair StreetRoute 9NorthamptonIn Advance$8 Adults$7 SeniorDay of$10 Adults$8 SeniorsChildren under 11 are freeThis will be Pioneer Valley’s 198th edition of the Three Country Fair, one of the longest running agricultural fairs in the country! Enjoy local food from all around Hampshire, Franklin and Hampden counties and a wine tasting each day. to Plate ToursSun. September 6th 2pm-3:30pmAppleton Farms Dairy Store219 Country RoadIpswich$20 Nonmember Adult$15 member Adult$5 Children 12 and underTake an in depth tour of the Appleton Farms dairy operation and go from pastures to the cheese kitchen viewing area tasting the cheese along the way! Truro Agricultural Fair Sunday, September 6th 6 Truro Center Road TruroFree AdmissionCelebrating Agriculture, Aquaculture, Fishing and Farming, the Truro Agricultural Fair offers a delicious variety of locally harvested foods from land and sea. Food Truck MadnessFriday, September 11th 6pm-9pmKerouac Park $4.50 per personKerouc Park will serve as the destination for the coming together of 10+ food trucks, featuring food from artisan panini’s to the best cupcakes in the Merrimack valley. Also you will have a selection of fine wines, craft beers and non-alcoholic beverages to choose from! Flavors of BostonFriday, September 11th 6:30pm-9:30pmSeaport Hotel 200 Seaport Boulevard Boston$200 per personThis is not a traditional gala, Flavors is a culinary experience featuring signature dishes and culinary experts. Release your inner foodie while supporting the American Liver Foundation. Deliciously Quick Fall DinnersFriday, September 11th 2pm-4pmSur la Table100 Huntington AvenueBoston$69 per personDiscover quick and easy ways to satisfy your taste buds with a quick meal. During this class you’ll make kale salad, cedar plank salmon, 7 minute risotto and one bowl chocolate pudding cake. Lowell Food and Wine FestivalFriday, September 11th 6pm –Saturday, September 12th 11pm Downtown Lowell$5-$90 per personAt this event you will experience tastings, hands on demos, and networking with Lowell’s top culinary talents. This event just started last year and quickly became a must attend event in Massachusetts. Mattoon Street Festival Saturday, September 12th-Sunday, September 13th 10am-5pmMattoon Street SpringfieldFree AdmissionThe 43rd annual Mattoon Street festival will feature over 25 exhibitors, live entertainment and local food rom establishments around Mattoon Street. BSV OktoberfestSaturday, September 12th 12pm-11pmSunday, September 13th 12pm-6pmBoylston Schul-Verein8 County Street Walpole$10 per personChildren under 12 freeCelebrate Oktoberfest at this event featuring a combination of old German classic beers and new additions! Along with liquor and wine, multiple food tents and vendors! Polynesian LuauSaturday, September 12th 6pm-10pmArrowhead 780 Holmes RoadPittsfield$40 per personA Polynesian luau complete with a roast pig, a kosher roast pig, ukulele players, hula dancers all to be enjoyed in a Teepee setting! Children’s Tea: Queen Elsa from FrozenSaturday, September 12th And Saturday, September 26th 3:30pm-5pmWenham Tea House$30 per personBring your kids to enjoy this story time with Queen Elsa, and an afternoon tea party featuring assorted tea sandwiches, fresh fruit, scones and European pastries! Vegan Food Truck FestivalSaturday, September 12th 11am-5pmCentral Square Cambridge$20 VIP$5 General AdmissionChildren under 12 freeFood trucks from all over come together to create a food truck festival unlike any other! An all vegan food truck festival featuring food trucks who are consistently vegan and food trucks that are vegan for the day! Harvest DinnerSaturday September 12th 6pmBarlett’s FarmNantucket$85 per personSit outside at Bartlett’s Farm in elegant long table and enjoy a freshly harvested family dinner. Pour the CoreSaturday, September 12th 12pm-3:30pm5pm-8:30pmRoyale Boston279 Tremont StreetBoston$50 advance$65 at door (if available)Join apple enthusiasts, hard cider aficionados and craft beverage fanatics at Pour the Core, the hard cider tasting event of the year. More than 75 locally produced ciders will be featured including favorites like Downeast Cider and Harpoon Brewing Co. Chilifest at Mike’s MazeSaturday, September 12th-Sunday, September 13th All dayMike’s Maze23 South StreetSunderland$10 Adults$9 Students/Seniors$8 KidsChildren under 4 free admissionSpend the weekend celebrating all things hot at Mike’s Maze. There will be a chili cook-off, a hot sauce competition, a chili pepper eating contest, spicy food, local beer, live music and local art. 39th Annual Corn FestivalSaturday, September 12th –Sunday, September 13th 10am-4pmSouth Shore Natural Science Center48 Jacobs LaneNorwellFree AdmissionThis festival includes a variety of corn-themed activities. Enjoy corn chowder, corn on the cob, a corn pit and corn shucking contests. There will be farm animals, kids games and crafts, hayrides, pony rides, nature walks and a country bake table. Cambridge CarnivalSunday, September 13th 12:30amKendall SquareCambridgeFree AdmissionThis carnival will be celebrating 23 years of fun and diversity this year with thousands of people gathered in Kendall Square enjoying a parade, live entertainment and lots of local food vendors! 3rd ThursdayThursday, September 17th5pm-8pmPersip ParkNorth StreetPittsfieldFree AdmissionAnother 3rd Thursday event in the beautiful Persip Park! This Thursdays theme is “Walk a Mile in her shoes”. Enjoy live music, street performers, art and of course the local food. Celebrate Amherst Block PartyThursday September 17th 5pm-9pmStreets of DowntownAmherstFree AdmissionEnjoy a night of fun at this third annual Block Party that brings together thousands of people, local food vendors, and performers from all around. Taste of Jamaica PlainThursday September 17th 6pmFranklin Park Zoo1 Franklin Park RoadBostonBefore Sep. 1 $50Before Sep. 1 + Senior $40Child 12 and under FreeJoin the ESAC at the Franklin Park Zoo to celebrate their 50th Anniversary by sampling dishes form up to two dozen restaurants across the Jamaica Plain neighborhood! Taste of WGBHThursday September 17th- Sunday September 20thWGBH StudiosOne Street BostonPrices Vary Depending on EventWGBH presents four days featuring five culinary events! Start the weekend off with a chef’s gala, followed by intimate dinners, artisan taste, a brunch bar and end it with a food fight! The Big EFriday September 18th- Sunday, October 4th All DayEastern States ExpositionStorrowtown Village West Springfield$12 Advance adult$8 Advance child (6yrs-12yrs)This massive Massachusetts event draws in around 1.5 million people. They come for the Avenue of States, the Mardi Gras Parade, animals, rides, shopping most of all the food like Big E’s famous creampuffs! Taste the ViewFriday, September 18th 6pm-9pmQuonquont FarmWhately Tickets on Sale August 7thEnjoy a local harvest buffet dinner and a live and silent auction, all while supporting Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture. Scallop FestivalFriday, September 18th and Saturday, September 19th10am-9pmSunday, September 20th10 am-6pmCape Cod Fairgrounds 1220 Nathan Ellis HighwayEast FalmouthFree AdmissionWhether you like scallops or herb-roasted chicken this even has something for everyone! In addition to delicious food there will be live music, arts and crafts and a carnival! Taste of LeeFriday, September 18th and Saturday, September 19th 5pm-8pm3 Park Place LeeFree AdmissionIn celebration of Lee’s Founders weekend enjoy tastings from some of the best local restaurants al fresco on Main Street. Phantom Gourmet Food FestivalSaturday, September 19th 12pm-4pmLansdowne and Ipswich Street$30 general admission $60 VIPPhantom Gourmet’s Food Festival is back! Featured at this event will be tastings of over 100 of Phantom Gourmet’s favorite foods and parties to follow! Hard-Core Hearth CookingSaturday September 19th 9am-3pmPlimoth PlantationPlymouth$140 Members$215 Non membersThis cooking workshop will be led by Plimoth’s Foodways Culinarian Kathleen Wall. Experience cooking in the 17th century and expand your skills in hearth cooking. Island Creek Oyster FestivalSaturday September 19th 3:30pm-8:30pmThe Lawn on D Boston$75 per personIsland Creek Oyster Festival will be serving up 40,000 oysters prepared differently by 30 chefs across the country, alongside food trucks, three live bands and ICA Art. Annual Honey FestivalSaturday September 19th 10am-4pmWarm Colors Apiary 2 South Mill River RoadDeerfieldFree AdmissionFor more than 13 years Warm Colors Apiary has been hosting its annual “Honey Festival” to celebrate the honeybee, recognize beekeepers and the contributions they make to agriculture. Farm Day a “Food for Thought” ExperienceSaturday September 19th 11am-3pmO'Neil Farm 146 Winter Street DuxburyFree AdmissionO’Neil’s Farm is partnering with Duxbury’s Food and Wine Festival to bring you a day filled with friendly farm animals, a cow milking demonstration with live music and food truck and local food fare! Endless Summer Waterfront FestivalSaturday September 19th Noon-5pmNantasket BeachHullFree AdmissionOver 25 restaurants will be present at this year’s Endless Summer event in Hull. They will be serving everything from clam chowder to lobster rolls, hot dogs and even sushi! The Festival Grand Tasting Saturday September 19th 3pm-6pmTBD$25 in advance$35 at the door Experience ‘The Grand Tasting’ , designed for the ultimate wine enthusiast and the newly initiated, featuring over 100 wines from all major growing regions around the world. Bay End & Blue Room Farm DinnerSun. September 20th 2pm-6pmBay End Farm 200 Bournedale RoadBourne$95 per person$75 per Bay End Farm MemberThis four course meal will feature farm fresh cuisine paired with organic biodynamic wines all put together by the Blue Room Chef, Andrew Bonner. Sit at one long table out in the field and enjoy the summer afternoon with great food. Taste of GablesSunday, September 20th The House of Seven Gables115 Derby StreetSalem Tickets/prices to comeThe Third Annual Taste of Gables event will feature dozens of chefs, vintners and distillers from across the region and compete for Best Chef and Best Beverage. Along with some great food and drink there will also be a silent auction and a live auction all set along the Salem harbor. Craft: Artisan BeersSaturday, September 19th –Sunday, September 20th Old Sturbridge Village$24 Adults$22 Seniors$10 Youths Children 2 and under freeVisit the beer garden at Old Sturbridge Village and taste beers from craft brewers throughout New England. While you are enjoying some beer tastings, glass artisans, woodcrafters and trades people will be performing demonstrations. Boston Local Food FestivalSunday, September 20th All day The Rose Kennedy Greenway BostonFree admissionThis festival, presented by the Sustainable Business Network of Massachusetts is the largest local and sustainable food outdoor festival. This event also showcases farmers, local restaurants, food trucks, specialty food producers, and organizations focusing on healthy foods and fitness. Bay End Farm DinnerSunday, September 20th 2pm-6pmBay End Farm200 Bournedale RoadBourne $95 non-member$75 memberSit out in the field amidst a beautiful garden of vegetables and enjoy a four course dinner prepared by The Blue Room chef Andrew Bonner paired with organic wine. Handmade Gnocchi WorkshopWednesday, September 23rd 6:30pm-8:30pmSur la Table 100 Huntington AvenueBoston $69 per personIf you can’t resist handmade fresh gnocchi then this is the class for you! In this hands on cooking class you’ll learn how to make traditional potato gnocchi and roasted beet gnocchi. Duxbury OktoberfestFriday, September 25th 6pm-9pmDuxbury Bay Maritime School 457 Washington Street Duxbury$28 in advance$35 at the doorDuxbury’s Food and Wine Festival’s third annual Oktoberfest will feature Beers from around the world supported by local distributors and Craft beers from over 50 brew masters around the world. Music, Oktoberfest foods with a Duxbury twist including Bratwurst, dumplings, Weiner Schnitzel, Strudel, Mustards, Pretzels, and more. 27th Annual Autumn FestSaturday, September 26th 10am-4pmBridgewater State University131 Summer StreetBridgewaterFree AdmissionAt this event there will be endless activities including, live music by JAS productions, a moon bounce, a traveling petting zoo and most of all delicious food and treats from a number or local eateries. Quincy Food Truck FestivalSaturday, September 26th11am-5pmMerrymount ParkQuincy$20 VIP$5 General AdmissionChildren under 12 freeA food truck picnic in Quincy featuring 20 different food trucks with something for everyone! Pilgrim DinnerSaturday September 26th 6pm-10pmThe John Alden House Museum 105 Alden Street DuxburyTBDJoin us for a Pilgrim dinner at the John Alden House Museum. Don’t miss this special event! Apple Squeeze FestivalSaturday, September 26th 10am-5pmApple Squeeze FestivalLenox Chamber of Commerce18 Main Street LenoxFree AdmissionHandmade crafts, sculptures, original art and more. Enjoy foods, wines, beers and delicacies from around the world as local farmers display the bounties of this year’s harvest. Apples and all imaginable apple recipes! Working Waterfront FestivalSaturday, September 26th- Sunday, September 27th11am-6pmWaterfrontNew BedfordFree admissionThis free festival showcases all that goes into bringing seafood from the sea to the table. Enjoy local fresh seafood, live music, harbor tours and live cooking demonstrations. Country FairSaturday, September 26th – Sunday, September 27th 10am-5pmHancock Shaker Village1843 West Housatonic StreetPittsfieldGeneral Admission PriceA two-day Fall festival that fills the Village with food trucks, craft exhibitors and a farmers market! All historic buildings are open and staffed as usual, too. What the Fluff?Annual Fluff FestivalSaturday, September 26th3pm-7pmUnion SquareSomervilleFree admissionThis event is a chance for you to show off your creative cooking skills by entering the Fluffernutter Pie Contest and a Fluff cooking contest while also participating in other activities and tasting other fluff related foods! Cape Cod Brew FestSaturday, September 26th 3:30pm-7pmCape Cod Fairgrounds1220 Nathan Ellis Highway East Falmouth$45 General Admission$15 Designated Driver*21+ EventThe fourth annual Cape Cod Brew Fest will be a celebration of craft brewers! Sample from over 75 breweries showcasing 250+ styles of beer while listening to live music and eating some local food from vendors and food trucks. Garlic and Arts FestivalSaturday, September 26th-Sunday, September 27th 10am-5pmForster’s Farm 60 Chestnut Hill RoadOrange $5 Adults Kids 12 and under free admission$8 weekend pass The slogan of this festival is buy local, be local. At this event you can purchase goods from local farmers, witness cooking demos centered on garlic, enjoy savory and farm fresh food and even participate in a garlic-eating contest. Harvest Pig RoastSunday, September 27th 6pm-9pmRialto Restaurant1 Bennett StreetCambridge$96 per personSit outside and enjoy the nice summer weather while Rialto chefs prepare you a three course meal featuring a whole roasted pig! Greek Fest BostonSaturday, September 26th 12pm-Monday, September 28th 8pmAnnunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral of New England514 Parker StreetBostonFree AdmissionEnjoy classic Greek food like gyros and Greek pastries while live music by Kymata, Kostas Taslis and George Athas play in the background. There will also be dance performances, and a magic show! Generational Victorian TeaSunday, September 27th 2pm-4pmDaniel Webster Estate238 Webster StreetMarshfield$15 per personIndulge in an afternoon of tea in an elegant colonial surrounding. Enjoy a 3 course meal consisting of savories, sandwiches and sweets. After the tea take a tour of the beautiful estate. Allston Village Street FairSunday, September 27th 12pm-6pmHarvard Avenue AllstonFree AdmissionThe Allston Village Street Fair is an all ages, family friendly event. There will be live music, games, amusement rides, vendors, artists and a local food court! Duxbury Food and Wine Festival: Sushi and SakeSunday, September 27th 4pm-6pmThe Duxbury Art Complex 189 Alden Street DuxburyTBDJoin us for Sushi and Sake, an afternoon of Far East Cuisine! Enjoy sushi and Asian-influenced foods from area restaurants. Full Moon DinnerMonday, September 28th 6pm-8:30pmBartlett’s FarmNantucket$85 per personSit outside at Bartlett’s Farm in elegant long table and enjoy a freshly harvested family dinner. Nantucket Restaurant WeekMonday, September 28th –Sunday, October 4thNantucket $25-$45 per three course dinnerThis week is a celebration of Nantucket’s exceptional food, wine and hospitality. This is the perfect opportunity to try some new Nantucket flavors or enjoy old classics with 28+ restaurants there is sure to be something for everyone. Last updated: 8/13/2015 ................
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