Destination Dutchess Food & Farm Experiences

05/26/2026

Plan your picking! Use our newly revamped Farm Finder brochure to discover the best places to pick-your-own fresh fruit, cut-your-own flowers, meet adorable animals and so much more!

Browse the brochure online or pick up a copy at one of our Tourism Information Points: https://destinationdutchess.com/brochures-guides-newsletters

05/21/2026

Don't miss these amazing food and craft beverage festivals hitting Dutchess County this summer! June's calendar is full with a food crawl of Beacon, a festival dedicated to craft cider, a riverfront strawberry festival and so much more!

05/08/2026

Make sure you're celebrating New York Cider week with New York Cider Association !

Tonight at 7 p.m., visit Dennings Point Distillery for a collaboration with Treasury Cider of Fishkill Farms: a curated evening of apple-based beverages and conversation, set in one of the country's most historic and expressive apple-growing regions.

Moderated by Scott Ramsey, Executive Director of the New York Cider Association, the evening brings together distiller Dan Fenyo of Denning's Point Distillery and cidermaker Chris Jackson of Treasury Cider at Fishkill Farms to explore how Hudson Valley apples are transformed through fermentation and distillation into a spectrum of refined beverages. Through tasting and conversation, guests will explore the relationship between cider, apple brandy, and pommeau; how fermentation and distillation create fundamentally different expressions from the same fruit; and why apple-based beverages are gaining renewed attention among chefs, sommeliers, and curious drinkers.

Then, follow it up with a morning yoga session at Fishkill Farms for their Sip N' Stretch event at 11 a.m. on their covered wrap-around porch. Breathe in the fresh morning air and take in the scenic spring views of the fields and freshly bloomed fruit trees.

https://ciderweeknewyork.com/events-3/

04/27/2026

Visit Denning's Point Distillery in Beacon on May 2 for their latest edition of Cannons & Cocktails, the perfect blend of history and craft beverage. This edition features host Scott Ramsey and historian Colonel Sean Scully with "The Revolution Comes to the Big Apple: The Battle of New York, 1776" for an evening of spirited discussion and delicious cocktails.

https://destinationdutchess.com/event-view/44628_2026_05_02

04/16/2026

Take your palate on a journey through Greece’s most iconic regions this Friday at Shadows on the Hudson.

From the crisp cliffs of Santorini to the lush valleys of Peloponnese and the mountainous vineyards of Naoussa, this five-course dinner pairs chef-crafted dishes with exceptional Greek wines chosen to highlight the depth, heritage, and vibrancy of Hellenic cuisine. Don't forget to take in breathtaking views when you visit.

https://destinationdutchess.com/event-view/44148_2026_04_17

04/03/2026

Have you got your tickets for Brew U on April 18?

The Culinary Institute of America presents its annual "Brew U" Beer, Food and Education Festival at The Egg in the Student Commons. "Brew U" is an exciting beer festival that will combine sampling from top breweries — including The Brewery at the CIA — along with incredible food from The CIA and fun, educational seminars for beer and culinary enthusiasts.

Tour the brewery, learn about the college’s Art and Science of Brewing course, and meet CIA Head Brewer Hutch Kugeman and other New York State brewers and beer experts, all while sampling beers and ciders. You’ll also enjoy dishes perfectly paired with beer and prepared by CIA chefs.

Click here for complete details and to purchase tickets. All guests must be at least 21 years of age.

https://destinationdutchess.com/event-view/43902_2026_04_18

04/02/2026

We are so happy to see Soukup Farms featured on CBS with this visit from John Elliott! The incredible work of Dutchess County farmers result in a product - and place - that you'll never forget.

John Elliott spends the morning at Soukup Farms in Dover Plains, where they've been tapping trees for maple syrup since 1955.

03/24/2026

Did you know you could benefit a great cause just by eating delicious Dutchess County ice cream? Celebrate spring with the Sparrow's Nest sundae at Zoe's Ice Cream Barn in Lagrangeville, featuring farm-fresh ice cream. Half of every sundae sold goes directly toward helping feed local families dealing with a cancer diagnosis. Zoe's is also on the CIA Chef Finder pass, which compiles all eateries run by alumni of The Culinary Institute of America in Dutchess County.

Now through March 28th 💛

Grab a Sparrow’s Nest Sundae Sundae and treat yourself while giving back.

Build it your way:
Your favorite ice cream flavor
Choice of fudge, caramel, or strawberry topping
Whipped cream + toasted coconut
Mini chocolate eggs

The best part? 50% of every sundae goes directly to Sparrow’s Nest to help feed local families navigating a cancer diagnosis.

03/23/2026

Bookmark these spots for special Easter brunch specials and events:

https://destinationdutchess.com/spotlights/easter-fun-in-dutchess-county

Curry Estate The Beekman Arms and Delamater Inn
Troutbeck The Grandview Terrapin Restaurant & Catering Shadows on the Hudson

Celebrate Easter with the kids in Dutchess County at any of our fun events, and enjoy a delectable brunch or dinner with the family.