We put a lot of value on farming here in the Pioneer Valley, it’s a part of our heritage. Eating local protects open spaces, keeps dollars in the Valley, uses less fossil fuel, and supports your neighbors who have been here for generations, the farmers. Lots of farm stands remain open throughout the winter but … Read more
Orders have kept us busy all week for holiday parties, office get togethers, and staff appreciation treats! Today is the last day to order holiday desserts and side dishes for Christmas Eve pick up without baker approval. This is such a special time of year in the bakery! Cakes are topped with frosting … Read more
We’ll leave the champagne to you – but you can leave the food, the appetizers, the desserts to Barstow’s! Contact us for all of your rowdy (or low key) NYE Party needs! Cheese and cracker, veggie, or fruit platters are a classic party favorite in 12″ or 18″ sizes. Order one of our cookie, mini … Read more
Winter Wednesdays enjoy… Your choice of pie A scoop of ice cream or a slice of cheddar With a small cup of coffee or hot tea …for just $5! Here are the Barstow’s favorite pairings: Steven Barstow – Apple pie, vanilla ice cream, and a pint of milk (some drink substitutions are a-okay, just … Read more
Winter Dinners at Barstow’s are back! Join us for our January Dinner on Tuesday, January 16 between 4pm and 7pm! The menu will feature homemade meatloaf made with Barstow’s farm raised ground beef, local butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and for dessert, homemade apple crisp. Plates are $12 each and $8 for kid’s sized plates. Need … Read more
Call us! Seriously! We love entertaining! Let us prepare your holiday dinner this year. Head baker Shannon Barstow’s cooking style is homemade and cozy. Enjoy classic, country style, foods that you and your whole family will enjoy for dinner, a family pot luck, a holiday gathering, or your office party! For Christmas morning, pop a … Read more
Eating what is in season throughout the year can better connect you to your home and community. When you eat what is being harvested locally, your food is travelling fewer miles, you are supporting your neighborhood farmers, and you are enjoying nutritious and varied foods throughout the seasons. #EatTheSeason and enjoy the season at Barstow’s … Read more
Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery is very excited to be a part of the first annual Hadley Celebration of Lights! The event takes place on Saturday, December 9 at 6:00pm at the Hopkins Academy Gazebo in Hadley, MA. This event is hosted by the Edward Hopkins Educational Foundation, a nonprofit that seeks to enrich the educational … Read more
Eat local, meat local this holiday season with farm raised beef from Barstow’s Longview Farm! Barstow’s Beef is raised right here on the farm. Our meat does not contain antibiotics, steroids, or added hormones. We feed our cattle from the land we farm. Our animals receive a varied diet that includes grass, clover, alfalfa, corn … Read more
This holiday season, stuff your stockings with local products that support local farmers and artisans in Western Massachusetts! You can pick up all of these great stocking stuffers and more at your neighborhood dairy farm – yep you guessed it – Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery! 15 Local Stocking Stuffers A Barstow’s ceramic mug for … Read more