Grünberg Haus

Grünberg Haus is an eclectic Austrian chalet nestled in Vermont's Green Mountains offering a warm comfortable ambiance and a fun social setting. It is a thoughtful blend of hostel meets B&B - where bathrooms in the main haus are shared (1 bathroom for every 2 rooms) and breakfast is provided - continental goodies plus a delicious plated special. We spent a magical August wedding weekend at the property, friends Sarah & John got married up the road at Bliss Ridge Farm. 

When we weren't partaking in wedding festivities we spent time hiking in Camels Hump State Park and swimming at the Bolton Potholes. There is so much to see and do in this splendid area of the state. Check out Duane and Leah (the Haus owners) guide here.

Grünberg Haus Inn & Cabins

94 Pine Street

Waterbury, VT 05676

photos 5/6/7/15 to Grünberg Haus credit

Prohibition Pig | Vermont

Vermont. I grew up skiing here and it is the absolute best state. This was one of the worst winters on record due to lack of snowfall (I spent a lot more time skiing in Canada), but, on the few VT trips we had some noteworthy meals alongside delicious locally brewed beer. This week I am sharing three of my continual favorites! (1/3)

Prohibition Pig | Waterbury | exit 10 off I89
When: Lunch or Dinner on the trip to or from Stowe 

In 2012 the Boston Globe featured an article on Waterbury called "The Best Beer Town in New England". Prohibition Pig plays a large part in that as it was the only spot where you could find the iconic Heady Topper on draft, alongside coveted Hill Farmstead brews like the Susan IPA and the Dorothy Pale Ale, plus Lawson's Finest Sip of Sunshine and Maple Imperial Stout. Additionally, the Pig's own tasty drafts are brewed next door - try the Downtown Piggy Brown or the Spring Break Saison. They don't offer samplers but you can purchase individual half pints two at a time which works just as well. 

With a powerhouse line up of craft beer, classic cocktails, southern style small plates and hearty BBQ served in a sophisticated farmhouse setting heralded by an apothecary like bar, Prohibition Pig has become quite the legend in the small town of Waterbury. We were instantly impressed with the Panko Fried Pimento Cheese dipped in chili pepper jam and Fried Oysters with candied lemon. My Just a Burger in its simplest rendition with ketchup, mustard and pickles was fantastic and the boys loved their Chopped Pork BBQ plates - choose from sides like roasted brussels sprouts, shoestring fries, cheddar grits or maple baked beans. 

Prohibition Pig

23 South Main Street

Waterbury, VT 05676

Boyle farmhouse | VT

This time venturing even further North into Vermont, hanging at my friends farmhouse and skiing in lots of fresh snow at Jay Peak. Sunday we meandered down Route 100, stopping to check out the wares at Buggyman Antiques and the Stowe Mercantile. We capped off the weekend with a wine and cheese tasting at the Cabot Annex Store in Waterbury. Vermont, you're my favorite. But then, I think you already knew that.