the Friday Feeding; VOL. 110

As Dave and I wind down our final weeks here at the Canterbury Country Store, we are reflecting on our process.  The process of creating the store/community concept and the process of physically making those ideas happen. We are Makers at heart with creative spirits that play out again and again in different mediums andContinue reading “the Friday Feeding; VOL. 110”

the Friday Feeding; VOL. 109

There is a lot been said lately about what Local truly is. Measured in years, measured by distance, measured through family ties. In any way it is calculated, local seems to be what we all long for. Because Local has weight and has meaning, as though by shopping it or eating it or living itContinue reading “the Friday Feeding; VOL. 109”

the Friday Feeding; VOL. 107

“Merry, Merry everything!” is how an email from a friend closed a few days ago. I love the sentiment. No matter how you celebrate, these are the final weeks of merriment to close out 2025. And despite the cares of this world and despite your family traumas and despite the warring with the neighbors, weContinue reading “the Friday Feeding; VOL. 107”

the Friday Feeding; VOL. 106

Winter Wonderland and cozy food. Yes, we’re a snow-land here likened to years past, even though it is not technically winter yet.  Bring it on!  And along with this snow and cold temps brings the need to hunker down, be warm and fuel our bodies and souls with comfort. You know here at the storeContinue reading “the Friday Feeding; VOL. 106”

the Friday Feeding; VOL. 105

It’s your store Canterbury; it’s been our gift to you. Yes, Dave and I run this place but it is YOUR store.  We had a vision for something we all could enjoy so we did this thing for our community.  And like all gifts, our fulfillment is not is what we receive in return, butContinue reading “the Friday Feeding; VOL. 105”

the Friday Feeding; VOL. 104

Giving thanks. What we like so much about Canterbury is the behind-the-scenes unpaid, unsung heroes.  It’s extraordinary.  And especially at this time of year. Those who clean out the gutters on our building.  You know who you are. We thank you. Those who string the lights on our building and the center green.  You knowContinue reading “the Friday Feeding; VOL. 104”

the Friday Feeding; VOL. 103

Set your table.  We are bringing out more and more from our kitchens to help you do just that.  Whole food that is prepared fresh with no additives using our own time-honored recipes.  Family fare that we have gathered around to warm our spirits. And your seasonal favorites to make you feel at home. ToContinue reading “the Friday Feeding; VOL. 103”

the Friday Feeding; VOL. 102

Set your table.  Flowers and chutney and stuffing and sauce.  Squash rolls and pickles and cheeses and jam…these are a few of our favorite things here at the store for you. In these busy times most folks don’t set a table on a regular basis.  It’s quick food in front of the TV/computer or bagsContinue reading “the Friday Feeding; VOL. 102”

the Friday Feeding; VOL. 101

This week-end…continuing the tradition of the once LNHC Open-Doors Open-Studio tour, many Canterbury artisans will be strutting their stuff in their studios this week-end. And for those who do not have a studio open, we continue to feature their work here at the store. Come see what is new and what will be here soon!Continue reading “the Friday Feeding; VOL. 101”

the Friday Feeding; VOL. 100

One hundred Fridays and our 100th Friday Feeding reading!  Celebrate all that writing with us in a review of your favorite posts! One year ago today VOL. 52 we wrote about the the weed-end activities, just like are actually happening this week-end! We included a recipe for maple SWEET POTATO fudge and wrote about theContinue reading “the Friday Feeding; VOL. 100”