Health + Wellness

Hello, Healthy Community

Bringing the kitchen back to the community Article by Vintage Kovel | Photography by PK Photography When you first walk into the warm, natural space of The Lucky Gut in Simsbury, you know there is something special about it. As you take a few more steps, you notice the grab-and-go market filled with bowls and sausages, dips and sauces for fresh vegetables, locally produced chips and snacks. To the side is a smoothie bar, inviting you to taste the seasonal goodness concocted from the mixers and...

Education

Lion Pride at Northwest Catholic

Article and Photography by Lion pride is roaring from Northwest Catholic High School lately, from academics to athletics, service and experiences. One of the biggest misconceptions is that the school isn’t for FV families, but actually more than 40% of the students come from the valley. Academically, NWC was recently distinguished with AP School Honor Roll’s Platinum designation by the College Board. With an average SAT score of 1096, the Lions exceeded state and national averages by over 100...

Food + Beverage

Taste of Farmington Valley 2026

1st Annual Readers Poll and Selections Article by Our Readers We conducted a READER'S POLL across Farmington Valley, on social media, and at the recent Talcott Mtn Music Festival to develop this LIMITED list of places for FOOD + DRINK across the valley. We understand this is not a comprehensive list and welcome your feedback on places we need to include next time. Thank you, readers, for your recommendations! (Google ratings included) Avon FEATURED: Dom's Coffee & Bakery 4.6 stars...

Food + Beverage

Generations of Flavor

Antonio's Restaurant - a staple in Simsbury for decades Article by Erica Drzewiecki | Photography by PK Photography A nostalgia-chaser’s paradise with enough whimsy and good food to propel it through multiple generations: welcome to Antonio’s Restaurant. Driving along Route 10 in Simsbury it’s hard to miss “the big A.” Inside, it’s all about the three Fs: Family, Food, and Fun.  Antonio’s first opened in 1964 across the street, one of just three restaurants in the town of 5,000 residents. The...