From oysters to pizza: A guide to New England's top food festivals this summer
RHODE ISLAND
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Eating with the Ecosystem, a nonprofit, is hosting its third annual '
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Rosecliff mansion in Newport, R.I.
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In its 20th year, the annual
CONNECTICUT
Here's one where you can get some kitchen tips from a star chef: The
Pizza laid out at the Connecticut Pizza & Brew Fest.
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Bridgeport, Conn., will host the annual
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Now in its 47th year, the annual
MASSACHUSETTS
Head to Somerville on
This one is a while away, but I recommend putting the
Wellfleet oysters.
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MAINE
The Maine Oyster Festival will be held in Freeport June 28 through 30 this year to celebrate the more than 150 oyster farms that dot the state's 3,500 mile- coastline.
Beginning in 1965 as a local clambake, the annual
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VERMONT
The
The 13th annual Vermont Cheesemakers Festival is taking place Aug. 10 at the historic Shelburne Farms Breeding Barn. Walk around and sample fare from local cheesemakers and artisan food makers, and then purchase some cheeses to bring home.
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Most of New Hampshire's biggest food festivals begin in September and last throughout the autumn season. In its 36th year, the
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