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Cider: A Taste of New York
For food and beverage enthusiasts, a trip to the Catskills can often be a journey exploring one particular food, crop, or product. We know this to be true about apple picking in the fall, and naturally it extends to a drink that has become synonymous with New York State's rich agricultural tradition and booming industry of hard apple cider. Cider is soaring in popularity all across the country, and producers in our region are exploring age-old techniques as well as new, exciting methods of creating complex, flavorful, and unique versions of this beloved drink. From wild, foraged varietals to almost champagne-like taste and feel, New York makers are establishing a truly spectacular cider culture. Catskills cideries offer a wide range of experiences from cozy taprooms serving a variety of locally produced plates and beverages to full mill tours where you can see how the cider is produced and bottled. We've rounded up all the cideries in our region with a taproom so you can check out...
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Farmers' Markets
Farmers' markets are a summer staple in Upstate New York lifestyle. There's no better way to connect with our culture than to taste our foods, browse the artisan goods we produce, and talk to our farmers and your fellow shoppers. There are numerous markets to pick from - wherever you are, you are sure to find a unique farmers' market close by. Bring a basket and enjoy a perfect way to spend a summer day in the Catskills. Here's where to go.
Delaware County
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Delhi Farmers' Market[/caption]
Andes Farmers' Market
72 Main Street
Saturdays 10am-3pm
Delhi Farmers' Market
Courthouse Square, Main Street
Wednesdays 9am-2pm
Dirty Girl Farmers' Market ( 22
Farm Fresh Food in the Catskills
In the heart of the rural Catskills where farmlands, cows and crops command the landscape, the concept of farm fresh food has a very literal meaning. There's no middle man between farms and restaurants as local farmers often hand-deliver their meats, cheeses and produce to eateries where they will be served to customers on the same day. Add to this popular new craft beverage ventures, and it's no surprise that the food and restaurant culture of the Catskills has become a big draw for visitors to the area in recent years. The press have taken notice too. Many of the area's exciting restaurants and taprooms have received recognition on a national level. Conde Nast Traveller calls Catskills "New York's New Culinary Retreat." Intrigued? Here's a selection of some of the finest farm-to-table restaurants in the Catskills. Delaware Co...