it’s apple pickin’ season
over the last couple weeks pick-your-own-apples mania has been hitting areas all around the city. and you won’t here us complaining, what’s not to love about picking apples on a clear fall day in the beautiful orchards of an old farm (and grabbing a big supply of fresh hard apples in all varieties at .29 cents a pound)

one of our all-time favorite farms is Boehm Orchards in Climax, NY. a huge old family run farm, surrounded by rural beauty; the orchard is incredible, long winding rows with striking views of the mountains in the distance.

each row is clearly labeled and they have a huge variety (last visit we were able to grab the last of the peach pickin crop.) they even make their own pies right there in the farm kitchen, with the freshest apples and a perfect crust. about the best apple pie we’ve ever had!

Manhattan Users Guide just published an info filled “Apples” edition. and the Chowhound Tristate board is an excellent source for finding orchards around the city. you can do a search or post a request for recommendations. here’s some old posts…Where can I go apple picking in NJ?, Farmer’s Markets – Apple Picking