New England's 2026 James Beard Restaurant and Chef Award Winners

New England won in the following categories, at the prestigious James Beard Awards®, held at the Lyric Opera of Chicago, on Monday, June 15, 2026.

2026 Restaurant and Chef Award Winners:

Outstanding Restaurateur:
Dana Street, founder of Fore Street, Scales, Standard Baking Co., and others, in Portland, ME.

Best New Bar:
Loma, Providence, RI

Best Chef: Northeast (CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT)
Evan Hennessey, Stages, Dover, NH

Upcoming Agricultural Fairs 2026

There is no shortage of agricultural fairs in New England—Fun-filled days for families, featuring education, farm animals, livestock, agricultural products, artisan crafts, live entertainment and more. View List

New England Bed & Breakfast Inns Recipes...Enjoy!

 

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FREE Homemade BBQ Sauce Labels

 

 

 

 

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April Upcoming Events

Maine Culinary Festival (April 18-19, 2026)
Local food vendors, bakers, tastings, pie contest, handcrafted goods, and more.

 

New England VegFest (April 26, 2026)
Celebrating vegan food and causes, plant-based living.

New England Restaurant & Bar Show (April 26-27, 2026)
Featuring 300+ exhibitors, food service providers, retailers, culinary demos and education sessions, networking, technology, and more.

 

2026 Maine Tourism Conference (April 28-29, 2026)

The keynote speaker for this year’s event is Barton Seaver, a globally recognized leader at the intersection of culinary innovation, sustainability, and public health. From his early days as an award-winning chef in Washington, DC, to his current work shaping the future of food systems, his work has highlighted how culinary excellence and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand. Read more on the Maine Office of Tourism Website

 

 

 

New England Restaurant Associations

Resources for restaurateurs in New England.

 

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French Riviera-inspired Dining | Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston Announces Opening of LPM Restaurant & Bar in Summer 2026

Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston announces the opening of its newest restaurant, LPM Restaurant & Bar, coming to the hotel in summer 2026 and marking the internationally acclaimed brand’s debut in the Northeast. The French Riviera-inspired dining experience will offer its internationally celebrated cuisine and the essence of the Côte d’Azur, right in the heart of Boston, located on the hotel’s second floor. 

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Upcoming Specialty Food Events

Hit the slopes for the Vermont Ski Areas Association's Vermont Ski Area Specialty Food Days (January-March 2026)

Portland, Maine: 42 Annual New England Made Giftware & Specialty Food Show (March 14-16, 2026)
Spices and sauces, gourmet mixes, baked goods, glassware, furniture, pottery and much more. This is not a public event, for qualified retail buyers ONLY.

New England Kitchen Design Resources

Explore beautiful kitchen design and home remodeling projects, in New England. View a list of various showrooms, designer portfolios and more.

FREE Pantry Labels | Baking Powder, Baking Soda

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Restaurant Business: FREE Daily Restaurant Checklist

A free resource from New England Food Adventures.
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Restaurant Associations in New England

Winter Adventures in Vermont and New Hampshire

Vermont's Stratton Mountain Resort | Snowcat Dinners
An elevated dining experience awaits. Enjoy a snowcat ride to Stratton's mid-mountain lodge, welcome beverage, hors d'oeuvres, a six-course meal crafted by the culinary team. View Winter Dates

Appalachian Mountain Club's International Dinner and Adventure Series | January-March 2026
Held Wednesday evenings at the Pinkham Notch Visitor Center in New Hampshire, the event features a four-course dinner inspired by a different country each week, lectures about international travel and adventure.

 

Hit the slopes for the Vermont Ski Areas Association's Vermont Ski Area Specialty Food Days (January-March 2026)

 

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Cruise News and Inspiration

Holland America Line's 2027 Canada & New England Season Delivers Iconic Lighthouses, National Parks and Culinary Discoveries
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Coastal Charm, Flavors & Fall Foliage Await with the 2027 Canada & New England Season from Princess Cruises
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Carnival Cruise Line introduces its new non-alcoholic beverage package, CHEERS! Zero Proof

How about a trip to the tropics? SeaDream Yacht Club's 2028 Caribbean voyages include its Signature Champagne & Caviar Splash® beach party.
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Photo Credit: SEADREAM YACHT CLUB

 

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In 2025, SeaDream Yacht Club was awarded highest rated restaurant at sea by Forbes Travel Guide Star Awards. Watch Video  |  View Press Release 

 

Travel Planner: New England and Canada Cruises 

 

 

 

New England Cruise Ports

FREE Digital Creative: Promote Your Summer Bake Sale

 

Free "Summer Bake Sale" creative for use in digital media (Website articles, newsletters, social media etc.) or you may print. Click on image for actual size.

FREE Printable Blueberry Recipe Card

 

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Weekender: Seaside Inspiration on Pinterest

Join us this weekend, for some seaside inspiration—lovely cottages by the sea, coastal interior decor, outdoor relaxation and more. https://www.pinterest.com/travelmedia/seaside-inspiration

 

Weekend Inspiration: New England Antiques Shops and Dealers

Discover antiques shops and dealers throughout New England via various antiques associations. View List

 

 

 

Connecticut Magazine's Top Restaurants in the State for 2025

Connecticut Magazine has published their annual list of top restaurants in the state. Peruse the various categories, and plan your culinary adventure.

https://www.ctinsider.com/projects/2025/connecticut-magazine-top-restaurants-2025/

Visual Inspiration | Watermelon Garden Party

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Farmers Markets in New England

Discover bountiful farmers markets in New England, shop arts & crafts and more.

 

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