822 Bantam Rd., Bantam, CT 06750.

(860) 361-6600. Local, fresh dairy products made exclusively from award winning Arethusa Farm herd of Holstein, Jersey, and Brown Swiss cow's milk. A full selection of fresh milks, yogurts, ice cream and artisanal cheeses. Open Wed. – Sun. Check website for seasonal hours.

853 Bantam Road, Bantam, CT 06750.

(860) 567-2737. By hand. From Scratch. Mostly Organic. Artisanal Breads. Rustic Desserts. The Bantam Bread Company established 1996 produces lean, healthy breads using organic stone ground flour, seeds and grains. Wed. - Sat. 8:30 – 5:30, Sun. 8:30 – 4. Closed Mon. & Tues.

1 Bridge St., Kent, CT 06757.

Corner of Rtes. 7 and 341. (860) 927-3681. Featured in The New York Times, The Boston Globe, & highly-rated on TripAdvisor.com, this Belgian-owned shop is set in a charming Victorian carriage house and is known for its artisan Belgian Chocolates, Authentic Belgian Hot Chocolate with fresh whipped cream, Madeleines, and Handmade Ice Cream/Sorbets (all of which are made on-site). The authentic Belgian Hot Chocolate alone makes this a stop not to be missed. A second location is in New Canaan, CT in Fairfield County. Open Thurs. thru Sun. Closed Mon., Tues., Wed. Expanded holiday schedules.

27 Main St. South, Bridgewater, CT 06752.

(860) 354-2863. "Hub of the Community" built in 1899 overlooking the village green. Stocked with specialty coffees, cheeses and products. The original home of the famous Bridgewater Chocolates. You can find fresh baked goods or order from the deli - touting one of the best roasted turkey with cranberry and stuffing sandwich you have ever had outside your own kitchen! We make homemade soups and salads daily. Try our signature ice cream "Maywood Maple Walnut" made from our own Maywood Maple Syrup or pickup the Maywood Honey to go along with that special cup of tea. Mon. - Fri. 6 am - 6 pm; Sat. 7 am - 5 pm; Sun. 7 am – 4 pm.

491 Bantam Road, Litchfield, CT 06659.

Rte. 202, 1.5 mi. west of the green.  (860) 567-5586. A Landmark International Gourmet Food Store since 1967. The finest in European style baking - breads, rolls, cakes, and pastries for all occasions. German & Dutch Specialties including Indonesian Conimex Spices, licorice, a large selection of Dutch cheeses, and German cold cuts. Prepared food, soups, entrees and desserts made on premises. Holiday & Seasonal Specialties. Open daily Wed. - Sat. 9 - 5, Sun. 9 - 2. Closed Mon. - Tues.

8 Main Street, Kent, CT 06757.

(860) 927-1445. Featured in Yankee Magazine and voted by Outdoor Magazine as "Best Hot Chocolate in Connecticut." We feature over 100 Varieties of Coffees and Teas. Cappuccino, espresso, coffee, chai, hot chocolate and teas sold by the cup. Frozen cappuccino and fruit drinks to cool you in the summer. We also offer fresh-baked muffins, cookies and biscotti. Hand-dipped truffles, fudges and assorted chocolates including sugar-free and exotic tea chocolates made on premises. We now offer organic raw cacao products! Open daily 5 am-6 pm. We make custom gift baskets and arrangements for your every need. Call for mail order information.

89 Stone Road, Burlington, CT 06013.

(860) 675-5043. Family owned maple sugar house. Watch how maple syrup is made. Sample maple syrup and farm preserves. Country store features pure maple syrup & maple candy, granulated maple sugar including sweet and savory blends, a selection of our homemade preserves, honey and more! Visit the rabbits. Open year round Mon.-Thurs. 10-6, Fri.– Sat. 10-5, & Sun. 12-5.

583b Bantam Rd., Litchfield, CT 06759.

(860) 361-6526. “A touch of love in every bite.” Cakes, cookies, pies, scones and muffins baked in small batches to assure freshness and home-style quality. Gluten free brownies, breakfast cakes and muffins. A variety of vegan items. Enjoy tea or coffee and a delectable sweet in our charming bakery. Call (minimum one day) to order desserts for the holidays & special celebrations. Amazing wedding cakes in all sizes, shapes and flavors, call for appt. Master pastry chef Allison is a graduate of the Culinary Institute and has been pleasing customers since 2002. Mon. – Wed. 6 – 3, Thurs. & Fri. 6 – 6., Sat. 7 - 3, & Sun. 8 – 2. (Seasonal hours & days may vary)

250 Kent Road, South, Cornwall Bridge, CT 06754.

Rte. 7. (860) 672-0149 or (800) 662-1812. Specializing in Cakes, Cookies and Brownies, which we bake in small batches, using only the finest ingredients, without preservatives. Pick up or send for our 40 page catalogue of cakes, tortes, candies, cookies and nuts. Mon.-Fri. 9-5.