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Holiday Planning and Entertaining: A Guide to Celebrating 

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Adams Fairacre FarmsBeacon Natural MarketBlack Dirt DistilleryThe Greens Restaurant at Copake Country ClubThe Heartwood at VassarIl Figlio EnotecaPanacea NY

Impress your guests with culinary delicacies: Adams Fairacre Farms  

Adams has been offering farm-fresh food since 1919 when Ralph and Mary Adams purchased 50 acres of farmland in Poughkeepsie. In 1933, they opened their first roadside farmstand. Adams grew to include locations in Poughkeepsie, Kingston, Newburgh, Wappinger, and Middletown. Beyond its award-winning catering, Adams offers gourmet cheeses, hand-cut meats, and other culinary delicacies that are sure to make any occasion memorable. Browse our stores for specialty candy, chocolates, and gift baskets, and pick up colorful flowers for a festive table. Visit adamsfarms.com for more information and to find the store nearest you. 

Adams Fairacre Farms 
Locations in Kingston, Newburgh, Poughkeepsie, Wappinger Falls, and Middletown  
www.adamsfarms.com  

Shop local for more conscious, healthy food choices: Beacon Natural Market  

Family-owned and operated since 2005, this local market strives to provide the community with a more conscious alternative to the mainstream shopping experience. Its 4,000 square-foot space is an ideal shopping destination for hosting holiday guests and fetes. This Main Street market offers artisanal specialty items from the Hudson Valley and other regional producers. It has a diverse selection of organic, pasture-raised, non-GMO, gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, certified fair trade, eco-friendly, and cruelty-free items. Not to mention regionally produced kombucha on tap to add to your holiday table! Looking for gifts? BNM also offers a selection of holistic skincare, cosmetics, essential oils and diffusers, handmade candles, and all-natural items for those interested in sustainable living. Celebrating 20 years on Beacon’s Main Street—“We’re still here because you’re still here!” 

Beacon Natural Market 
348 Main St 
Beacon 
845.838.1288 
www.beaconnaturalmarket.com 

Savor the flavor of award-winning libations: Black Dirt Distillery 

Black Dirt Distillery’s co-founders Jason Grizzanti and Jeremy Kidde invite you to sample their award-winning Black Dirt Bourbon, Rye, and Applejack. Additional spirits include vodka, gin, and liqueurs packaged under the Vodka Hog, Gin Pig, American Fruits, and Warwick Gin labels. All products are crafted with love and ingredients are sourced from the Black Dirt, NY region. The distillery traces its heritage back to 2012. That’s when the 4,000 square-foot space was built and dedicated to the production of bourbon and applejack. Today, the distillery produces over 60 barrels of whiskey or applejack weekly. Black Dirt Bourbon and Black Dirt applejack tastings are offered at Warwick Valley Winery & Distillery in Warwick, NY. 

Black Dirt Distillery 
114 Little York Rd 
Warwick 
845.258.4858 
www.blackdirtdistillery.com 

Indulge in cozy winter dining: The Greens Restaurant at Copake Country Club  

The Greens is a classic American restaurant situated on Copake Country Club, an 18-hole public golf course in Columbia County. Open all year round, The Greens features a wood-burning fireplace that offers the perfect winter ambiance, and a heated side patio that is available for hosting private holiday events or special occasion parties. The Greens also hosts various public events throughout the year, including free-to-play bingo nights, live music, trivia, craft workshops, a Santa Brunch and more. Visit their website or follow them on Instagram @copakecountryclub for updates and information.  

The Greens Restaurant at Copake Country Club  
44 Golf Course Rd  
Craryville  
518.325.0019  
www.copakecountryclub.com 

Come home for the holidays: The Heartwood at Vassar 

Celebrate the season at the Heartwood at Vassar with festive dining and effortless event planning. Gather in The Salt Line at Vassar for locally inspired holiday menus, warm hospitality, and a cozy setting perfect for friends, family, or colleagues. From intimate dinners to spirited celebrations, our team will tailor every detail—seasonal décor, customized food and beverage, and seamless service, to make your event feel personal and memorable. Whether you’re hosting a campus gathering, corporate party, or family milestone, Heartwood and The Salt Line are your home for the holidays. 

The Heartwood at Vassar 
165 College Ave 
Poughkeepsie  
845.231.2000 
www.theheartwood.com  

Dine where Italy meets the Mediterranean in the Hudson Valley: Il Figlio Enoteca   

After operating the famed Il Barilotto in the village of Fishkill for almost two decades, restaurateur Scott Rosenberg moved down the street to open “Il Figlio Enoteca.” Il Figlio, which translates to “the son,” is a multi-level restaurant that brings the flavors of Italy and the Mediterranean to the Hudson Valley. Combine that with an expansive cocktail and wine program and it’s no surprise that the restaurant has been named the Hudson Valley’s “Best Restaurant in Dutchess County” for 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025. Don’t forget to check out La Sorella, “the sister” next door. It’s a modern café and mercato serving casual fare from the same team and was recently recognized as “Best New Restaurant” for 2025.  

Il Figlio Enoteca    
992 Main St    
Fishkill    
845.836.3015    
www.figlioenoteca.com   
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Savor the bounty of the Hudson Valley: Panacea NY 

Panacea offers seasonal dishes crafted by talented chefs who use local ingredients from the bounty of the Hudson Valley. Its mission is to create food, drink, and an atmosphere that nourishes the soul. Chefs and proprietors Jacob Somers and Khendum Namgyal met in 2018 while cooking at Manhattan’s iconic Union Square Cafe. Working hyper seasonally during those years created a deep connection to the farms in the Hudson Valley and the bounty produced there. Gather the group and head to Panacea to enjoy seasonal dishes prepared with love. 

Panacea NY 
6 Autumn Lane 
Amenia 
845.373.9800  
www.panaceany.com 

Hudson Valley Restaurant Week is back this October 28 to November 10!