Features Fall Specials Fall Treats Fall Flavors Homepage Guide To Fall Flavors in CT: Pumpkin Spice...and Everything Nice Carly Terzigni October 01, 2024 Perhaps more than any other season, fall is strongly associated with flavors: pumpkin, apple, maple, cider, and so on. As the temperatures start to dip, we suddenly feel the urge to enjoy a glass of apple cider, bake a delicious loaf of pumpkin bread, and fill our kitchen with hearty, cozy aromas and ingredients. Restaurants and businesses around Connecticut also take note as the seasons change and what is arguably the best time of the year in New England begins to take shape.If you’re looking for all things fall, this guide is your one-stop shop for the cafes, restaurants, cider mills, and ice cream shops offering the latest Fall flavors. Whether you’re looking for a sweet pumpkin donut or a tasty fall-inspired cocktail, there are many options with limited-time offerings. Some of the following businesses are only open seasonally, so don’t wait to check them out!Hartford CountyElmwood Pastry Shop-West Hartford FB @ Elmwood Pastry Shop; IG @elmwoodpastryshop Come celebrate everyone’s favorite season at the Elmwood Pastry Shop (West Hartford’s oldest bakery)!! Seasonal favorites (baked daily), including apple cider donuts, pumpkin donuts, apple-filled donuts with cinnamon sugar, apple-filled donuts with caramel, maple walnut donuts, pumpkin cream cheese muffins, pumpkin caramel crumb cake, apple fritters, pumpkin cream cheese cupcakes and maple spiced cupcakes. Located at 1136 New Britain Av, West Hartford, CT 06110, 860-233-2029. Open 7 days a week. Follow on Facebook and Instagram – new items are featured weekly!Pop Over Eatery-Simsbury https://www.popovereatery.com/Fall has arrived at Pop Over Eatery. Enjoy a delicious array of seasonal specials that celebrate all things pumpkin! Indulge in their fluffy GF pumpkin waffles drizzled with warm maple syrup, or savor the rich flavor of their pumpkin spice lattes that provide the perfect cozy pick-me-up. For a unique twist, try a Pumpkin Chai Latte, a delightful blend of spices that warms the soul. And don’t miss out on their decadent pumpkin French toast, stuffed with pumpkin cream cheese and topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Join Pop Over Eatery in embracing the flavors of fall! See them by the shoreline in downtown Mystic or on your fall foliage drive in scenic Simsbury!The 196 Club-Hartfordhttps://www.the196club.com/Introducing new fall menu that includes ‘Smoke’em If You Got’em’ made with Bourbon, Peated Scotch, Sorrel, Maple, and Angostura, topped with house-spun maple cotton candy. Also try The Beet Goes On, made with Navy Strength Gin, Shochu, Curacao, Lemon, homemade Beet-Rosemary Cordial, and topped with fresh rosemary.BAKE Market-Glastonbury, Rocky Hillhttps://www.bakemarketct.com/Fall menu items include Apple Cider Whoopie Pies and Caramel Apple Scones. Order online today!Blue House Bagel Co.-Cantonhttps://www.bluehousebagelco.com/It’s Pumpkin Cream Cheese time + Pumpkin shaped sourdough, Pumpkin stuffed French toast sourdough bagels & Pumpkin chocolate chip muffins! Capital Ice Cream-Hartfordhttps://www.capitalicecream.com/This fall, be sure to order off their rotating menu, featuring pumpkin caramel, apple crumb pie, and pumpkin oreo flavors. Chip City Cookies-West Hartfordwww.chipcitycookies.comEnjoy all the BIG cookies your lil’ heart desires, including their fall favorite, the Pumpkin Spice Latte cookie with all that spiced, gooey pumpkin on the inside.Clark Farms at Bushy Hill Orchard-Granby https://clarkfarmsct.com/Clark Farms makes a sweet, non-alcoholic cider from the 20+ apples grown on their very own farm. They also offer 4 varieties of hard cider and 2 varieties of wine, created from the apples and fruit they grow from spring through fall. Open Saturday and Sunday from 8 am - 5 pm.Crush Wine Bar-West HartfordIG @crushwinebarctOpening October 8, the sister location of Union Kitchen! The best things often come in little packages—like the pumpkin toast at West Hartford's newest wine bar, Crush. Whipped pumpkin on top of toasted sourdough with shaved Brussels and toasted hazelnuts. Pair with a glass of table orange wine to really celebrate everyone's favorite season!Dom’s Coffee and Creamery-Avonwww.domscoffee.comToggle between Dom’s Coffee and their Creamery and you can get your fill of seasonal spice; they are serving Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martinis, Pumpkin Spice Lattes and Apple Tarts at the coffee shop and freshly made Maple Soft Serve ice cream at the creamery!Hogan’s Cider Mill-Burlingtonwww.hoganscidermill.comEstablished as a Cider Mill in 1912, Hogan’s presses locally grown apples to create a beverage that has been a staple in New England for generations. Hogan’s has proudly maintained its historical roots while constantly creating new craft ciders and cocktails.Lewis Farms-Southingtonwww.lewisfarmsct.comThree words: Pumpkin glazed donuts. But there’s more: Apple Filled donuts, Pumpkin Nut muffins, Pumpkin Whoopee pies, pumpkin squares, pumpkin coffee syrup, and more.Long View Ciderhouse-Southingtonhttps://www.longviewcider.com/Visit their bottle shop this fall every day and their Orchard Bar Thursday through Sunday. Long View gets their apples from their 8th generation family farm, Rogers Orchards. They use traditional cider-making techniques to make and bottle the wide variety of hard ciders they offer. Main St. Creamery-Wethersfieldhttps://mainstreetcreamery.com/Fall in love with their apple cider donut sundae. Made with Belltown Orchards apple cider donuts topped with your choice of ice cream, fresh whipped cream, and warm caramel.Munson’s Chocolates-Avon, Glastonbury, Newington, South Windsor, West Hartfordwww.munsonschocolates.comSpiced Pumpkin Truffle, anyone? Or how about pumpkin fudge, Halloween Milk Chocolate foiled balls, and Dark Chocolate foiled leaves..ah, fall. If we are talking autumn trees, don’t forget their ten flavors of chocolate “bark.”Place 2 Be-Hartford, West Hartfordwww.theplace2be.comTry their Caramel Apple Pancakes, the likes of which you have never seen, or order a stack of Pumpkin Pancakes just as decadent and gooey, Pumpkin Spice Lattes, and Maple Walnut Lattes–everything done big and piled high.Puente Pub-Unionvillehttps://puentepub.com/Try their Autumn Apple cocktail this fall, made with Honeycrisp Vodka with Apple Cider, a sprinkle of Cinnamon Sugar and a Dried Apple Chip.Rich Farm-Bristolwww.richfarmicecream.comAll hail Rich Farm’s seasonal specials! Pumpkin, Pumpkin Oreo and Caramel Apple ice cream,Pumpkin ice cream sandwiches with ginger snap cookies, and Donut Sundaes, which have an apple cider donut, a scoop of ice cream, whipped cream and a cherry.Rush Bowls-Hartford, Glastonbury, Simsburywww.rushbowls.com“Gourd Vibes Only”, starting September 1st with their Pumpkin Spice Bowl, which layers pumpkin, banana, froyo, nutmeg, graham crackers, cinnamon and your choice of milk.Stew Leonard’s-Newingtonwww.stewleonards.comFrom the store that’s got it all, they’ve now got Pumpkin Frozen Yogurt, Pumpkin Raisin cookies, Pumpkin Pie, Pumpkin Lattes, Apple Cider Walnut bread, Apple Cider Donut Sundae, Candy or Caramel apples, Pumpkin and Pistachio Swirl Ice Cream, Autumn Spiced Apple Sausage, and even Apple Cider Donut candles. TJ’s Burritos-East Granbywww.tjsburritos.comWhet your whistle with a Cinnamon Apple Margarita. Or, try their new coffee flight filled with fall vibes, including Pumpkin S’mores Iced Latte, Maple Cinnamon Cold Brew w/Butter Pecan Cold Foam, Nutty Pumpkin Iced Latte, and Mocha Pumpkin Shaken Oat-milk Espresso.Tonn’s Marketplace-Burlingtonhttps://tonnsmarketplace.com/Open year round, Tonn's Marketplace has a modern farm store, events, CSA, farming, food trucks, and ice cream. Something is always going on, and they invite you to plan your trip here. Check their website for their latest schedule.Wood-n-Tap-Enfield, Farmington, Hartford, Newington, Rocky Hill, Southingtonwww.woodntap.comThe fall menu is back, including the Famous Pumpkin Cheesecake, along with Fall Corn Chowder full of local-grown corn, a crisp and fruity Harvest Pear Sangria and Taproots Old Fashioneds with house barrel-aged rye and local honey from Bumble Bees Apiary in Farmington.Woodland Farm-South Glastonburyhttps://www.woodlandfarmct.com/Woodland Farm makes small batch unpasteurized sweet cider using a larger variety of apples from September-March. They offer cider in quarts, half gallons, and gallons, as well as bulk cider for home brewers. They even occasionally make batches of pear cider!New Haven CountyClaire’s Corner Copia-New Haven www.clairescornercopia.comSince 1975, Claire's Corner Copia has continued with their mission to bring homemade, organic and sustainable foods with a focus on good health while serving really delicious foods from grandmothers' kitchens throughout the world. Seasonal fall favorites include Fall Harvest Salads, Pumpkin and White Bean Soup, Shepherd's Pie with Mashed Organic Red Jewel Sweet Potatoes, and Stuffed Butternut Squash with Homemade Cranberry Sauce. And pumpkin everything: pumpkin pancakes, pumpkin lassa (made with their homemade organic yogurt), pumpkin smoothies, pumpkin cookies, cakes, breads, and pie. Don't miss their $24 Prix Fixe three-course dinners 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM every day. Dine in or call for take out, or order on GrubHub. All Vegetarian and Kosher, with plenty of Vegan and Gluten-free foods, drinks, and desserts. Open 8:00-8:00 Tuesday-Friday and 8:30-8:30 Saturday and Sunday. Apple Theory Cidery-North Haven FB @ Apple Theory CideryLocated in the industrial area of North Haven, Apple Theory offers a variety of ciders and wines for you to try. They use CT grown heirloom apples, which they use to make the ciders that you can try right on their premises! Open Friday-Sunday. Bee’s Knees Bistro-Wallingfordhttps://www.beeskneesbistro.net/Their autumn drink menu has begun! Their pumpkin spice syrup & all cold foams are made in-house with lots of love, and their Apple Cider Mimosas use local apple cider from Lyman’s Orchard.Bishop’s Orchard - Guilfordhttps://bishopsorchards.com/Bishop’s is open year-round, offering hard cider tastings every day; their ciders are also available for purchase. They use the apples and fruit they grow on their farm to make their award-winning ciders and wines. Bishop’s ciders are moderately carbonated and hold their fizz for hours, giving you a much longer time to enjoy!Dockside Brewery-Milfordhttps://www.docksidebrewery.com/Try their Smashing Pumpkin Mudslide this fall! The most fall thing you’ve ever tasted.Donovan Family Confections-WallingfordFB @ Donovan Family ConfectionsDonovan Family Confections presents its Fall Line of Gourmet Chocolate Bonbons. Flavors like Pumpkin Spice Latte, Pear & Miso Caramel, Maple Caramel Chai, Pumpkin Pie, Sweet Potato Casserole, and Caramel Apple Pie are sure to make you feel like Fall has arrived. Seasonal Giandujas with house-made Praline including Pepita, Pecan, Pistachio Cardamon, and Peanut are also available now!Gioia-New Havenhttps://www.gioianewhaven.com/It may be getting chillier, but this NEW cozy flavor is here to warm your heart! Stop by their Gelateria and try a new flavor, Maple Walnut!The Hidden Kitchen-North Branfordwww.hiddenkitchenrt80.comLoad the little goblins into the car and head to the Hidden Kitchen because Pumpkin Pancakes are back! Get the kids fed and get into the fall spirit all in one fell swoop.Munson’s Chocolates-Orangewww.munsonschocolates.comSpiced Pumpkin Truffle, anyone? Or how about pumpkin fudge, Halloween Milk Chocolate foiled balls and Dark Chocolate foiled leaves..ah, fall. If we are talking autumn trees, don’t forget their 10 flavors of chocolate “bark”.New England Cider Co.-Wallingfordhttps://www.newenglandcider.com/New England Cider Company is the largest craft cider brand in CT. You can order their many, many ciders online or visit their taproom Thursday-Sunday, year round. They also sell their ciders at multiple bars and breweries all over CT. Try their popular blueberry, pineapple, or raspberry flavored ciders! Place 2 Be-New Havenwww.theplace2be.comTry their Caramel Apple Pancakes, the likes of which you have never seen, or order a stack of Pumpkin Pancakes just as decadent and gooey, Pumpkin Spice Lattes, and Maple Walnut Lattes–everything done big and piled high.RJ Cafe & Bistro-Madisonwww.rjcafebistro.comAt the back of the infamous bookstore is the RJ Cafe and Bistro, and these days, they are serving up Pumpkin Pie Lattes, Caramel Apple Chais, Spiced White Mocha, and Pumpkin Shaken Espressos. So which book goes with these?Raw Bowls and Juice-New Havenwww.eastrockmarket.comFall in love with Raw's pumpkin specials, including the Pumpkin Spice Iced Latte, Caramel Apple Cold Brew, and Pumpkin Pie Cold Foam to add to your favorite drink (they recommend on an Iced Chai Latte!).Rich Farm-Oxfordwww.richfarmicecream.comAll hail Rich Farm’s seasonal specials! Pumpkin, Pumpkin Oreo and Caramel Apple ice cream,Pumpkin ice cream sandwiches with ginger snap cookies, and Donut Sundaes, which have an apple cider donut, a scoop of ice cream, whipped cream and a cherry.Thimble Islands Brewery-Branfordwww.thimbleislandbrewery.comThrowing a Halloween bash? Fill a caldron with their Ghost Island Double IPA, Thimble Island Sea Mist, their Dark Pumpkin Porter, a Triple Ghost IPA, and an Oktoberfest Marien-style Lager. Trick or treat, adult-style.Wood-n-Tap-Hamden, Wallingfordwww.woodntap.comThe fall menu is back, including the Famous Pumpkin Cheesecake, along with Fall Corn Chowder full of local-grown corn, a crisp and fruity Harvest Pear Sangria and Taproots Old Fashioneds with house barrel-aged rye and local honey from Bumble Bees Apiary in Farmington.Yellow King Brews- Wallingford, Bristolwww.yellowkingbrews.com/From the Pumpkin Dreams to the Suagr & Spice Latte this spot has outstanding seasonal & signature espresso based beverages + a great espresso martini selection.New London CountyPop Over Eatery-Mystic https://www.popovereatery.com/Fall has arrived at Pop Over Eatery. Enjoy a delicious array of seasonal specials that celebrate all things pumpkin! Indulge in their fluffy GF pumpkin waffles drizzled with warm maple syrup, or savor the rich flavor of their pumpkin spice lattes that provide the perfect cozy pick-me-up. For a unique twist, try a Pumpkin Chai Latte, a delightful blend of spices that warms the soul. And don’t miss out on their decadent pumpkin French toast, stuffed with pumpkin cream cheese and topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Join Pop Over Eatery in embracing the flavors of fall! See them by the shoreline in downtown Mystic or on your fall foliage drive in scenic Simsbury!B.F. Clyde’s Cider Mill-Mystic https://www.clydescidermill.com/B.F. Clyde’s is the oldest steam-powered cider mill in the United States! They age their hard cider in oak whiskey barrels and they go directly from the barrel to the jug, which gives them a raw, more natural flavor. They reopen for the season every year on September 1st and are open daily. Buttonwood Farms-Griswoldwww.buttonwoodfarmicecream.comCool weather be damned, we are going for ice cream anyway! In addition to their regularly offered pumpkin and maple walnut ice creams, check out the limited edition flavors like Apple Crisp, Pumpkin Oatmeal Crumble, and Hocus Pocus: Chocolate base with crushed Reese cups, Reese pieces, and KitKats.Deviant Donuts-Mystichttps://www.deviantdonuts.com/Apple and Pumpkin, in some form or another, will be making appearances from now until their Thanksgiving menu arrives! They will have two fall flavor-focused menus soon: Happy Fall Y’all from October 17 through October 29 and Autumn Vibes from November 7 through November 10. Flander’s Donut and Bake Shop-East Lymewww.flandersbakery.comFor over 50 years churning out donuts and other fall specialties. Fall flavors include Pumpkin, Cinnamon Sugar Apple, Glazed Apple, Apple Filled with a Caramel Topping, and Powdered Cinnamon Apple Filled (October’s Donut of the Month). And besides donuts try Flanders' Apple Fritters, Pumpkin Muffins, Apple Turnovers, Apple Crumb Coffee Cake, Apple Strudel, German Apple Strudel, Apple Danish and Pumpkin Coffee!Holmberg Orchards-Gales Ferryhttps://holmbergorchards.com/Their craft ciders are made on the premises, and some flavors include their original hard cider, black currant cider, rosé cider, honey cider, and more. Lis Bake Shop-MysticFB @ Lis Bake Shop LLCCool weather has arrived and that means Pumpkin Squares, Pumpkin Whoopee Pies, Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Scones, and Apple Cider donuts. Hello, fall!Mix-Mystichttps://www.mixmystic.com/Enjoy a fall afternoon with a Pumpkin Spice Martini and decadent bonbons and more flavors of fall! The rooftop is open year-long, so stop by for Chef Olivia’s new fall menu.Munson’s Chocolates-Mysticwww.munsonschocolates.comSpiced Pumpkin Truffle, anyone? Or how about pumpkin fudge, Halloween Milk Chocolate foiled balls and Dark Chocolate foiled leaves..ah, fall. If we are talking autumn trees, don’t forget their 10 flavors of chocolate “bark”.Mystic Drawbridge Ice Cream-Mystichttps://www.mysticdrawbridgeicecream.com/Savor the taste of fall with their Cinder Donut Sundae made with two scoops of their homemade caramel apple pie ice cream, real apples cooked down in cinnamon and sugar throughout the base, loaded with ooey gooey caramel, pecans, whipped cream, and cider donut halves. Another fall favorite is their homemade corn-flavored ice cream.Sift-Mysticwww.siftbakeshopmystic.comAutumn has arrived in Mystic! Sift if on a roll with their fall Carrot Cake Roulade (available for pre-order), Pumpkin Pie croissants (hello!), Pumpkin White Chocolate cheesecake, Pumpkin Swirl sourdough, Pumpkin Chai brioche and coffee to go along with all that deliciousness! Full fall menu drops on October 1.Young Buns Doughnuts-Mysticwww.youngbunsdoughnuts.comOn a Fall day, who doesn’t love a hot coffee and a doughnut? However, you will swoon over these delights from the Young Buns team: Spiced Maple or Pumpkin White Chocolate coffee and Apple Cider, Pumpkin Creme Brûlée, and their Candy Apple, a yeast doughnut with a fresh tart apple filling topped with candied sugar.Fairfield CountyB.J. Ryan’s Pub-Norwalkhttps://www.bjryanspub.com/Their featured Fall cocktails are twists classics: Apple Cider Sangria and BlackBerry Jam Sour. Get them while they last!Bagel Bros. & Co.-Sheltonhttps://www.bagelbrosandcompany.com/Their newest creation, the Bagel Cinnamon Roll, has a new fall twist as an Apple-Churro Bagel Cinnamon Roll! Pair it with their Biscoff Sweet Cream for the ultimate fall combo.BE Chocolat-Fairfieldwww.bechocolat.comBE Fall-bulous! They are back with their amazing and delicious pumpkin seeds bars, available in both milk and dark chocolate. The pumpkin seeds are slowly caramelized with a kick of spice.The Benjamin-Ridgefieldhttps://thebenjaminrestaurant.com/Find your favorite fall flavors on The Benjamin’s seasonal menu like the Arugula and Pumpkin Salad and the Orchard Martini made with wp vodka, local apple cider, triple sec, fresh lemon, and maple syrup. An Apple Cider Mocktail is also available with fresh pressed local apple cider, lemon, and ginger. Seasonal menu begins on September 24. Beardsley Cider Mill and Orchard-Sheltonhttps://beardsleyscidermill.comThe Beardsleys have over 14,000 dwarf apple trees in their Pick-Your-Own (PYO) orchard and 400 peach trees! PYO are weekend's only, mid September thru October. And don't miss their fresh cider that is pressed on site in a clean, visible press room for customers to watch. Open August thru Christmas daily 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.Bistro V-Greenwichhttps://versaillesgreenwich.com/Pair your favorite dinner at Bistro V with their Sliced Apple Sour cocktail this fall. It is made with Captain Morgan Sliced Apple, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and cinnamon with dry lemon garnish. Caffé Social-Norwalkhttps://caffesocial.com/Stop by and try their Caramel Apple Waffles: Buttermilk waffles and infused with cinnamon apples, layered with caramel mousse topped with pecans and caramel sauce. Also available this fall are Apple cider Pancakes, Dirty Pumpkin Chai pancakes, Toffee Nut Cheesecake French Toast, Apple caramel mousse waffle, and Pumpkin Cheesecake French toast. Don’t forget to check out their fall-inspired beverages, too!The Cake Box-Ridgefield, Westporthttps://www.ctcakebox.com/Pumpkin is back on the menu in many delicious ways! Try their vegan pumpkin cake, pumpkin spice cupcake, vegan pumpkin tea cakes, and more.Castle Hill Chocolate-Sandy Hookwww.castlehillchocolate.comThey have re-interpreted pumpkins in chocolate! Marzipan Pumpkins, Chocolate Pumpkin Pop, White Chocolate Mummy Pop, Red Apple Caramel Bites, and more!Chip City Cookies-Darien, Fairfieldwww.chipcitycookies.comEnjoy all the BIG cookies your lil’ heart desires, including their fall favorite, the Pumpkin Spice Latte cookie with all that spiced, gooey pumpkin on the inside.Cloudy Lane Bakery-Bethelhttps://cloudylanebakery.com/This fall, enjoy their apple cider donuts, all of which are gluten-free, dairy-free, and grain-free!Cross Culture Kombucha-Danburyhttps://crossculturekombucha.com/Get your Kombucha fix this fall with unique flavors like Apple Chai and Grow a Pear. Available soon!Crust Issues-NorwalkIG @crustissues203Order their seasonal Pumpkin Mascarpone Spaghetti – chili, bread crumbs, and fried parsley. Yum!Ferris Acres-Newtownwww.ferrisacrescreamery.comCooler days don’t deter Ferris Acres from churning out the velvety ice cream they are known for: flavors such as Pumpkin Pie, Bonfire ice cream (chocolate ice cream with fudge swirls, graham cracker pieces and mini marshmallows), Oh Snap (pumpkin with gingersnaps), Pumpkin Cheesecake, Pumpkin Cookies and Cream and…Apple Cider floats.Green and Tonic-Cos Cob, Darien, New Canaan, Westportwww.greenandtonic.comFall-lovers rejoice! The Pumpkin Coffee Cake is back! No refined sugar! Green and Tonic's feel-good healthy PSLs (available hot or iced) are back along with customer favorite Pumpkin Coffee Cake. You might might also want to try their Pumpkin Parfait and pumpkin cookie, both gluten-free and delicious!Heibeck’s Stand-Wiltonhttps://www.heibecksstand.com/Try their NEW Pumpkin Pie ice cream made with a graham cracker swirl on your next visit to Heibeck’s Stand!J Bagels and Cafe-Trumbullwww.jbagelstrumbull.comPair your Spooky Season pastries with one of their fall-inspired drinks, including a ghoulishly adorable Ghost Latte.Josie & Tony's-Norwalkhttps://www.josieandtonys.com/This fall, order some fresh butternut squash ravioli with parmesan, nutmeg, biscotti, in a brown butter sage sauce. Pair it with the Apple of my Rye, a Jack Bottled in Bond Rye, green apple, lemon balm, old fashion bitters. Love You A Latte-Greenwichhttps://www.loveyoualattegreenwich.com/Discover the perfect cozy atmosphere where you can enjoy pumpkin-flavored muffins or sip on seasonal favorites from their fall menu, including pumpkin spice lattes, maple vanilla lattes, and more.Meli-Melo Creperie and Catering-Greenwichhttps://www.melimelogreenwich.com/This fall, enjoy their own Pumpkin Gelato and Butternut Squash with Roasted Apple Soup! Whether you’re looking for something hot or cold, the fall flavors are available at Meli-Melo.Michele’s Pies-Norwalkwww.michelespies.comYou want pie? They’ve got pie and then some-eight types of apple pies and two kinds of pumpkin (including Maple Pumpkin with Pecan Streusel), and pumpkin bread. MOMU Ice Cream-Westporthttps://www.momuicecream.com/This season is falling in love with their new flavors! Try Apple Pie, Chai, and Pumpkin Spice ice cream today! Mr. Frosty-Norwalkwww.mrfrostysicecream.comGet ready for fall vibes in a cone! Their new Jack O Lantern flavor is locally made, exclusively for Mr Frostys, right here in Connecticut—think smooth pumpkin ice cream, gooey caramel swirls, and oatmeal cookie crumbles. Stop by and scoop up some autumn magic today!The Norwalk Art Space Cafe-Norwalkwww.thenorwalkartspace.orgGet your Fall flavor fix at Norwalk's Art Space Cafe, with seasonal drinks like a pumpkin spice latte that’s made with real pumpkin or their apple cider cold brew — cold brew + apple cider topped with salted cold foam & apple cider caramel! Their house-made pastries give us the Fall feels too, with apple cider donut cake, pear fritter cake and pumpkin bread (just to name a few).Oggi Gelato-Norwalkhttps://oggigelato.it/en/This fall, try their pumpkin gelato as a limited-time flavor. Get it in the Fatto a mano brioche for the ultimate fall experience! Organika Kitchen-Southporthttps://www.organikact.com/Try their Pumpkin Spice Smoothie just in time for fall! Made with banana, pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice, almond butter, honey, and almond milk.Palmer’s Market-Darienhttps://www.palmersdarien.com/Order from their Fall Catering Menu for gatherings big or small! Choose from an array of appetizers, entrees, and side dishes, including Apple and Brie Stars, Thanksgiving Pull-Apart Sliders, Butternut Squash Risotto, and much more!Panificio Navona-Newtownwww.panificionavona.comThey are cottage baking at its best, and at this time of the year, this cottage baker is churning out its 6 Apple Rustic Pie, Pumpkin Pie, Glazed Pumpkin Spiced Doughnut, and more.Plasko’s Farm-Trumbullwww.plaskofarm.comFall Pumpkin ice cream…while it lasts! But wait, don’t miss their Apple Cider Donut Sundae Dutch Apple Crumb pie, Loaded Maple Walnut ice creams. Isn’t autumn just the best…even for ice cream!Rebel Daughter Cookies-Norwalkwww.rebeldaughtercookies.comLove your pumpkin but in a rebellious way with their twist on a favorite seasonal flavor: Caramel Apple Kween, with fresh apples, a dusting of cinnamon sugar and a chewy, gooey caramel center.Retreat Sweets-Westporthttps://www.retreatsweets.us/Fall is in the air! Sip on a cozy pumpkin spice latte while indulging in the latest seasonal treats: apple cider mochi donut and pumpkin spice mochi donut.Silverman’s Farm-Eastonhttps://www.silvermansfarm.com/Silverman’s makes their own sweet cider from their harvested apples and uses the cider to make their apple cider donuts, made fresh daily! You can grab some fresh cider, donuts, pies, and more at their country market. Sorrento Importing-Fairfieldwww.sorrentoimporting.comKnown for their Italian pastas and imported goods, at autumn they get on the bandwagon and stock delicious Pumpkin Ravioli! Have your Sunday dinner with a fabulous autumn twist.Stew Leonard’s-Danbury, Norwalkwww.stewleonards.comFrom the store that’s got it all, they’ve now got Pumpkin Frozen Yogurt, Pumpkin Raisin cookies, Pumpkin Pie, Pumpkin Lattes, Apple Cider Walnut bread, Apple Cider Donut Sundae, Candy or Caramel apples, Pumpkin and Pistachio Swirl Ice Cream, Autumn Spiced Apple Sausage, and even Apple Cider Donut candles. Sundial Cocktails (check website for retailers) www.sundialcocktails.comSundial Cocktails brings the Fall Fusion cocktail back this season! Enjoy their delicious apple, cinnamon, and ginger rum cocktail this fall.Terrain Cafe-Westportwww.shopterrain.comAt Terrain Cafe this season, savor the warmth of a Pumpkin White Mocha Latte, blending rich espresso with creamy pumpkin and white chocolate, indulge in a Honeycrisp Mimosa, a sparkling prosecco creation with spiced apple cider syrup, or enjoy their Whole Wheat Campanelle Pasta, a comforting dish featuring sweet butternut squash, earthy mushrooms, and a touch of sage, finished with delicate amaretto crumble.Two Roads Brewing-Stratford www.tworoadsbrewing.com/eventsWe can’t talk about fall in Connecticut without talking about the highly sought out pumpkin ale, Two Roads Brewing’s Roadsmary's Baby. This scary good brew has notes of pumpkin pie spices, vanilla, oak, and a touch of rum and is perfect for the season.Villarina’s Pasta Shop-Newtownwww.villarinas.comDuring the Fall, Villarina's Pasta Shop of Newtown carries Pumpkin Ravioli, Pumpkin Cream Sauce, and Pumpkin-shaped pasta, as well as special Fall flavors of Ferris Acres ice cream, including Oh Snap, Pumpkin Cookies & Cream, Pumpkin Pie, and their exclusive flavor, Cinnamon Apple Pie.Wells Hollow Creamery-Sheltonwww.wellshollowcreamery.comAmble (or get lost?) in their “Superheros” Corn Maze and enjoy a cone of their seasonally flavored ice-creams: NEW Apple Crisp, Campfire S’mores, Maple Walnut, Pumpkin or Pumpkin Praline (pumpkin with brown sugar and cinnamon ribbons and praline pecans) or Fat-free Country Apple.Litchfield CountyAt The Corner-Litchfieldhttps://www.athecorner.com/Make sure to stop by this fall and order a cozy bowl of Pumpkin Butternut Squash Bisque, made with Sugar pumpkin & butternut squash bisque with maple creme fraiche & candied pepitas. They’ll also have an apple cider and amaro drink to pair with any meal.Averill Farm-Washington Depothttps://www.averillfarm.com/A tenth-generation family farm offering fall fruits: apples & pears, along with goodies from many area farms as well: mums, maple syrup, honey, eggs, tomatoes, gourds, squash and pumpkins. The setting is a gorgeous hilltop in the beautiful Litchfield Hills of Northwest CT. Bantam Bread-Bantamwww.bantambread.comRustic breads and desserts artfully made with the best ingredients. For the upcoming season, enjoy their Pumpkin Pecan Tart, Pumpkin Custard Tart, Sunflower Flax Sourdough Boule, Dirt Bombs (nutmeg-scented muffin dipped in butter and rolled in cinnamon sugar), and more.Hayward Farm RCS - New HartfordFB @ Hayward FarmFamily-owned since 1927, Hayward’s sells cider, apples, and an array of fruits and veggies, all grown and made right on their premises. Lavender Hills Farm-Canaanhttps://www.lavenderhillsfarmct.com/Stop by Lavender Hills Farm this fall for a delicious pumpkin chèvre and maple chevre made from the goats on their farm!Ore Hill & Swyft-Kentwww.orehillandswyft.comIt’s time to dip your toes into fall flavors! Grab your flannel and come try their new Powdered Bomboloni with apple "butter" and fall spices. Thorncrest Farm LLC & Milk House Chocolates-Litchfieldwww.milkhousechocolates.netWhite, milk or dark hollow chocolate pumpkins! Perfect as holiday table decor, a small gift or hell, put an engagement ring in one for the the ultimate TREAT (no trick). Pumpkin Pie dark or milk truffles, Hazelnut, Honey Cinnamon Creams, milk or dark Trail Mix Bark, too.Middlesex CountyArrigoni Winery & Cider Co.-Portland https://arrigoniwinery.com/Welcome to the Arrigoni Tap Room…where an adventure in tasting excitement awaits! We invite you to explore the surprising complexity of their designer-crafted New England Ciders, infused with citrus, berry, fruit, spices, and more. Arrigoni's authentic Ciders are steeped in Yankee tradition that leads to flavorful discovery and social-sipping fun.Gotta’s Farm and Cider Mill-Portland https://gottasfarm.com/Gotta’s was established in 1898 and is a 5th generation farm that offers their very own homemade cider, as well as pies, breads, and more!Lyman Orchards-Middlefieldwww.lymanorchards.comPies of Hi-Top Appie, Apple Crumb, Apple Walnut and Caramel Apple Walnut, Apple Cider donuts and donut holes, Apple Cider muffins, Caramel Apple tea bread, and Apple dumplings. Well, Doc said “an apple a day!”Rich Farm-Middlefieldwww.richfarmicecream.comAll hail Rich Farm’s seasonal specials! Pumpkin, Pumpkin Oreo and Caramel Apple ice cream,Pumpkin ice cream sandwiches with ginger snap cookies, and Donut Sundaes, which have an apple cider donut, a scoop of ice cream, whipped cream and a cherry.Thimble Islands Brewery-Old Saybrookwww.thimbleislandbrewery.comThrowing a Halloween bash? Fill a caldron with their Ghost Island Double IPA, Thimble Island Sea Mist, their Dark Pumpkin Porter, a Triple Ghost IPA, and an Oktoberfest Marien-style Lager. Trick or treat, adult-style.Yankee Cider-East Haddam https://www.yankeeciders.com/Yankee Cider Company specializes in crafting delicious New England Style hard ciders from apples grown in East Haddam, Connecticut. Open Thursdays through Sundays.Tolland CountyKloter’s Ice Cream Barn-Ellingtonwww.klotersicecreambarn.comDon’t miss the limited-edition Pumpkin ice cream, along with fall favorites Caramel Apple Crumbs and Maple Praline.Munson’s Chocolates-Boltonwww.munsonschocolates.comSpiced Pumpkin Truffle, anyone? Or how about pumpkin fudge, Halloween Milk Chocolate foiled balls and Dark Chocolate foiled leaves..ah, fall. If we are talking autumn trees, don’t forget their 10 flavors of chocolate “bark”.Stafford Cidery-Stafford Springs http://www.crazycockcider.com/home.htmlStafford Cidery makes hand-crafted hard cider designed for taste, smoothness, and quality. Visit their taproom in downtown Stafford Springs to try their many offerings. Open Thursdays through Sundays.Wood-n-Tap-Vernonwww.woodntap.comThe fall menu is back, including the Famous Pumpkin Cheesecake, along with Fall Corn Chowder full of local-grown corn, a crisp and fruity Harvest Pear Sangria and Taproots Old Fashioneds with house barrel-aged rye and local honey from Bumble Bees Apiary in Farmington.
