In Connecticut, Lyman Orchards in Middlefield is the mecca for apple picking and all things fall. With orchards ripe for apples, PYO pumpkins, and a challenging corn maze, it seems that Lyman Orchards is solely for autumnal adventure. Although Lyman Orchards is synonymous with the colorful season, there is fun to be had in the warmer months, including a sunflower maze and three golf courses. For year-round excitement though, the Apple Barrel Farm Market at Lyman Orchards is the perfect treat in any season (and is a lot less crowded than it is in the fall).
The Apple Barrel Farm Market
Entering the farm market during the high season (the fall) can be a bit overwhelming due to the congestion of fellow shoppers, so head off-season for the ability to relish. No matter when you go, the Apple Barrel Farm Market is full of enough treats to satisfy, with goodies galore. In addition to treats, baked goods and otherwise, a sumptuous produce department is stocked with, of course, Lyman Orchards’ own apples.
The bakery here makes anything apple that is worth creating, including their award-winning pies. There’s also a creamery for ice cream aficionados and a deli with amazing sandwiches.
In addition to the freshly baked goods, the Apple Barrel Farm Market also features local specialty goods such as sauces, cheeses, and sweets. Lyman Orchards also has an array of delectable delights, including jams and jellies, relish, and sauces.
One Stop Shopping
In the high season of the fall, it is easy to see the Apple Barrel Farm Market as a quick stop for your autumnal favorites with apples and apple products galore. Throughout the rest of the year, it is easier to view the market as an alternative to the grocery store. Come here to also pick up essentials including milk, eggs, and meat.
The Apple Barrel Farm Market is located at 32 Reeds Gap Road in Middlefield, Connecticut. At any time of the year, the surroundings are gorgeous. The fall comes with its apple-centered rewards, but during the weekend be prepared for a zoo. Weekdays are less crazy. More than just apples, pick your own pumpkins and other various fruits throughout the season.
