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Dining In: Salem Cross Inn chef shares winter favorite French onion soup

There’s nothing like the pleasures of simple, delicious comfort food when the blustery days of winter roll around. For executive chef Laurent Olivier of the Salem Cross Inn in West Brookfield, a bowl of French onion soup is on his list of favorites when the weather gets cold. The chef grew up in Normandy, France, […]

The History of the First Thanksgiving Feast

When you think of Thanksgiving dinner, what food comes to mind? Turkey? Cranberry sauce? Pumpkin pie? Believe it or not, the foods that we commonly associate with Thanksgiving were likely not the foods that were served at the First Thanksgiving.

Gift Certificates

A Salem Cross Inn gift certificate for our restaurant and/or Hexmark Tavern makes a great gift for any occasion... Purchase yours online today!

Great Local Farms near Brookfield MA to Visit this Fall

There is nothing more festive in the fall than pumpkins! This weekend, head out into your community and find some pumpkins (as well as other great fall crops) at some of our favorite local farms and farm stands. Then, head on home to bake and carve!

Apple Picking in Central Massachusetts

It’s that time of year again! The cool, crisp fall air is beginning to blow, and colorful leaves swirl around our feet. The one thing we love more than the great weather? Apple picking! There are plenty of wonderful autumn destinations in Central Massachusetts, so grab your friends and family this weekend and head out to […]

Foodies Magazine

Salem Cross Inn has been featured in Foodies of New England magazine -- Our article "Salem Cross Inn, True New England Hospitality" starts on page 54.

Memorable New England Staycation Ideas for the Family

How many times have you come home from a trip and thought to yourself, “I need a vacation after that vacation”? While travel is an important part of a culturally-rich life, many of us will live our entire lives without ever fully-experiencing the region in which we call home. Considering all of the rich history […]

Your New Favorite Pumpkin Dessert Recipes

By far the best-known pumpkin dessert, pumpkin pie gets a lot of attention this time of year. (With good reason, no doubt.) While we give praise to this traditional favorite, there are so many other pumpkin recipes that will impress guests and delight taste buds.

The Best Apple Pie in New England

Now that autumn has returned to New England with its beautiful colors in tow, it’s time to celebrate all of the best things about fall: warm sweaters, crisp air, and plenty of fun activities.

Zucchini and Squash Recipes for When Your Garden Produces an Overabundance

Gardeners know this all too well; towards the end of the summer the summer squash plants begin producing, and before you know it, you have more massive squash and zucchini than you could possibly use.