Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (kaszeta)

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 10:16:53 GMT

Well, the first time I visited there under the current ownership, the owner was pretty pointed about how she runs the place because she likes doing it, and was there for the locals, and didn't want to deal with a lot of tourists, since she thought if it got any busier, the food quality would suffer.

I've got a review of the place, although it's now pretty dated (it's from 2006):

http://offbeateats.blogsp...iner-woodstock-vt.html

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (cecif)

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 17:07:51 GMT

It's funny to see this thread get bumped again... but fun for me to re-visit.

That is SO STRANGE for a place to be closed on a Saturday! (Wouldn't it be a very busy day, espc in ski season???)... But I 'spose they are there for the M-F working folks. Or Tues-Fri anyway...???

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (ayersian)

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 09:06:01 GMT

...which means I won't be visiting anytime soon, unfortunately -- though it remains on my list. Thanks for the update, Kaszeta! Chris

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (kaszeta)

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 08:46:05 GMT

Wasp's is still open, but not on Saturdays (or Mondays, I believe). And they pretty much never answer the phone.
I like going there, since most times I've ordered a benedict, the cook has made the sauce to order.
Alas, their schedule means that I can only go there on days off of work...

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (ayersian)

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 23:59:43 GMT

Ceci, just wanted to update this thread by saying that we still missed Wasp's Snack Bar last weekend. I called during the week about 12:30pm but no one answered the phone. The sign still says they close at 2pm, but on what days? A window on the opposite side of the diner was left open, so I assume they're still in business...rats! Chris

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (FriedClamFanatic)

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 18:47:14 GMT

Guess I better not tell you about the time we (wife, daughter, me) flew the 3200 miles to SFO and then went up to Marin Cty to see friends and I FORCED everyone to go out for fired clams that night in some little Marin Cty town, only to be told they were out! LOL.after my plea of 3200 miles, they came up with some!

Enjoy CA

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (cecif)

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 17:00:58 GMT

quote:
Originally posted by FriedClamFanatic

BUT.........not another write-up on Red Arrow. You folks have said it all and it's a definite "Yes" on this trip. To think I used to go to a ski shop that was only a cple of blocks from there for over 8 years and never tried it..........SHEESH! It has to be the penultimate (great word - thanks, Mom&Dad for all that $$$ you spent on my education) Roadfood place. I might just have to move back to New England.

As a "FriedClamFanatic", I reckon you might belong here (or there, as I am currently on vacation in CA...). And a belated WELCOME to Roadfood, btw.

I haven't had the pork pie though that's supposed to be the thing to eat at Red Arrow, however I can say I have loved everything I have had there. Enjoy!!!!

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (FriedClamFanatic)

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 13:33:22 GMT

The major reason for the "bump" was because I"m about to make a trek up to VT to visit family and figured I'd wow them with MY recommendations as to where we should go to eat!

So, like a good newbie, I did various searches on here...I-89, I-84, Vt restaurants, I-95, CT, Manchester NH, etc. etc. Spent abnout a half a day looking over all these great posts, never got around to getting the lawn mowed, got yelled at by the better half for that. (But did manage to have a wonderful dinner ready for her).

Seriously, having only recently found this board, I am totally impressed (I think, now that I'm heading to New England, that is "wicked" impressed)with the amount of knowledge here and the lengths some of you go to help folks out with great places, great ideas, and great pictures. Kudos and thanks to all of you. I hope is some meagre way to be able to contribute some gems I might find on the trip.

BUT.........not another write-up on Red Arrow. You folks have said it all and it's a definite "Yes" on this trip. To think I used to go to a ski shop that was only a cple of blocks from there for over 8 years and never tried it..........SHEESH! It has to be the penultimate (great word - thanks, Mom&Dad for all that $$$ you spent on my education) Roadfood place. I might just have to move back to New England.

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (buffetbuster)

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 12:44:39 GMT

cecif-
Looking at this again confirms what I already knew.....you are one of our very best photographers!

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (ChiTownDiner)

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 12:35:56 GMT

I'm glad it was as I missed it on its maiden voyage...nice job! Really enjoyed this thread!

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (cecif)

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 11:49:59 GMT

Well, y'all are most welcome... I sure was surprised to see this thread "bumped"!

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (FriedClamFanatic)

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 17:57:41 GMT

LOL.I did NOT make Apple Cider, but a nice cold G&T is in order!

And again, thanks for the posts on VT

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (leethebard)

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 08:50:40 GMT

Yep...made some Hot apple cidar and sipped as I viewed the pictures!!

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (susanll)

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 08:26:22 GMT

Thanks for bumping this thread. It is going to be 100 degrees today and some snowy pictures is just what I needed.

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (leethebard)

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 07:49:05 GMT

Oh Longwood Gardens...we go often...we have the family season pass...and I agree the cafeteria side of the restaurant is the way to go!!!

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (FriedClamFanatic)

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:28:40 GMT

We have a Simon Pearce down here in PA (near Chadds Ford......Longwood Gardens, Winterhur, etc). Food is good, pricey, and the view is wonderful. But for lunch I'd do the Longwood Gardens Restaurant. The "Cafeteria" side is better than the sit-down in my opinion.

But SP is great fun for dinner or late lunch when they are blowing glass (which they normally do).

I'll be in the Queechee VT area in August; plan to try some areas near Chelsea and Tunbridge. Went over to Norwich last year and had a nice meal at the Norwich Inn. Also, Bakers Catalogue has its headquarters and store there which is a real treat.

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (cecif)

Sat, 23 Feb 2008 16:05:10 GMT

Thanks Beth, Dale, Ken & Donald

Yes, Beth! I have plenty of spots on my list - I bet you do too!

Ken - VT is an awesome place to visit at all times of the year - hope you get there again soon!

Dale - I'd really like to hear what you think of Simon Pearce and think their website presents it the way they are, pretty upscale and a bit of attitude (though very very good food & gorgeous glass!!!). Check it out: http://www.simonpearceglass.com/ or http://www.simonpearceglass.com/CSTM_Restaurants.aspx

Donald - LOL, I walked my "horses" (if an auto's horsepower counts...). For another goody, see below.

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (CajunKing)

Sat, 23 Feb 2008 15:37:55 GMT

Cecif

Your photos made me almost cry, I love small town New England. I too feel your pain about being "TravelinManned".

The ginger cookies do look awesome as does the coffee cake, now for a glass of ICE COLD VERMONT milk to wash them down.

So did you walk your horses or did you pay the $2.00 fine??

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (wanderingjew)

Sat, 23 Feb 2008 10:13:52 GMT

Cecif,

Great report and photos.

Judging by the photos and reviews of Simon Pierce (I've never been there) it DOES appear to be Roadfood in the "Northwestern New England Country Inn" tradition.

Since I'm not much of a skier, I prefer Vermont in slightly warmer months- Fall is ideal!

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (ken8038)

Sat, 23 Feb 2008 09:20:10 GMT

Thanks for posting all of this. Even though I'm not planning a trip to VT. any time soon, and haven't been there in 10+ years, it's great to be able to read a first person travelogue on a cold icy snowy Saturday morning in NJ.

Thanks again. ---Ken

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (bethgrd)

Sat, 23 Feb 2008 08:25:52 GMT

Thanks Ceci! Good for you for venturing north and exploring wintry New England.
we should get together and go eating somewhere local soon! beth

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (cecif)

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 22:22:57 GMT

Cool! And thanks Jamie

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (Ashphalt)

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 22:03:04 GMT

Cecif

We also stumbled upon the longest covered bridge some years ago with a "Doh!" on a Sunday drive well before Roadfood.com.

Your photographs are drop-dead gorgeous and remind me of what I love about New England, even as I'm facing pulling out the snowblower.

And your food experiences harken back to my own in Northern New England. Expect disappointments, and be warmed when you find something you like.

Thanks!

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (cecif)

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 15:54:28 GMT

BB, billyboy, John A, Nancy, mr chips & leethebard,
Many thanks for the compliments, and yes it was pretty, and between that and the great food I did get at the Woodstock Farmer's Market it pretty well made up for the disappointment... mostly. I am still dying to try Wasp's... and craving a grilled cheese too!

And Bill, fyi that was probably the best molasses ginger cookie I have ever eaten! (But I do have a recipe for some that a friend made that are very close - and I'm happy to share it!)

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (leethebard)

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 10:24:27 GMT

Another great photo report. Love New England. Even roadfood disappointments can be covered up by such scenery. Looks like your camera certainly had its fill!

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (mr chips)

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 10:18:20 GMT

Great photos. I like the bridge. Sorry for your food disappointments.

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (Nancypalooza)

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 07:08:58 GMT

Oh, I'd say the food disappointment was maybe made up for by the amount of pretty.

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (John A)

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 07:04:50 GMT

Nice report & pictures, thanks for posting.

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (billyboy)

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 06:49:34 GMT

Ceci, very nice report. Very nice indeed! I love New England architecture. Now I want a Molasses Ginger cookie.

RE: Mini-Road Trip to Wintry Vermont (buffetbuster)

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 06:35:51 GMT

Cecif-
Thanks for posting the nice report. It sounds like you had a good time, despite the disappointments. And your photos are as excellent as ever!

It has been many, many years since I went to the Wasp Snack Bar, but I remember really liking the classic Roadfood atmosphere. I ate at Simon Pearce just last year and although my food was good, neither my dining companion nor I loved the place. No doubt the glassware there is gorgeous, though.

By the way, you get full marks for making a driving trip to Vermont in February!