Very tasty breakfast sandwiches, good coffee and superb pastries, this little market in a quiet, out of the way spot is perfect for a quick stop. The menu for lunch sandwiches also looked inviting, I will definitely have to return. … Continue reading Hadlyme Country Market, Hadlyme CT
Comstock Ferre in downtown Old Wethersfield was the oldest seed store in the USA. It has now reopened and in addition to selling Baker Creek Heirloom … Continue reading Comstock Ferre Heirloom Market, Old Wethersfield CT
This store was recommended to me by the proprietor of another consignment store (always a good sign). I had a chuckle about the name, and thought to myself ‘well, that’s something you don’t hear every day’ and off we went … Continue reading The Dancing Chihuahua, Seymour CT
Very nicely laid out store with lots of choice, it’s always a joy to visit Savvy Swap and chat to Kerianne, the owner. She sells women’s and children’s clothes, shoes, jewelry and accessories as well as a selection of homewares, furniture and home … Continue reading Savvy Swap Consignment – Portland CT
A large, friendly store with some real finds. You need to add this place to your route if you’re looking for furniture items. I got the impression they have a pretty good turnaround and pieces come in and go out … Continue reading Helping Hands – Orange, CT
“Oh, there’s another used book store…it’s in the next town over” she says, “it’s open until 4.30 today, let’s go there next.” If like me you’re thinking, hmm…next town over…so, that’s about 15 minutes away, you can imagine my chagrin … Continue reading Colebrook Book Barn – Colebrook, CT
Surprised that I didn’t know about this place before now. Hartford is the closest large city to me and I don’t usually find myself visiting too often. I do go to Real Art Ways now and then but still I … Continue reading The Jumping Frog, Hartford CT
First impressions would have you believe this is another remainder book store in a none too interesting mall. Yes, there are some unheard of ‘bestsellers’ here and some ‘100 ways with fish’ type cookery books but wait…there are also interesting … Continue reading Bookmarkit, Enfield CT
This unassuming shopfront on Main Street opens up into a large, multi-dealer store with lots of rooms and interesting corners to explore. Jewelry, kitchenware, furniture, linens, prints, paintings, lamps, clocks and more in a whole bunch of different styles. We … Continue reading Silk City Antiques & Decor, Manchester CT
January 2016 Update: the store in Bantam is sadly closed. Bob is looking for a new home and I hope he finds one soon. I will update this page when new information is available. Dickens Books is a lovingly curated store … Continue reading Dickens Books and Art, Bantam CT
Books and Baubles of New England 