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New England Shopping Top Picks: The Best of New England

Looking for the best New England gifts and products? Here are expert selections to help you find the top gifts, souvenirs, books, home furnishings, clothing, foods and more from New England.
Gifts for Loon Lovers
The Common Loon is a water bird common to the lakes and inlets of northern New England. Much lore is associated with these fascinating birds, known for their ability to stay underwater for minutes at a time and for their haunting cry. Here are my picks for the top gifts for the loon lover in your life.
Blueberry Gifts
Summertime is blueberry time in New England. Know someone who's wild about blueberries? Here are your New England Guide's picks for the top blueberry gifts.
Dr. Seuss Books
Did you know that Theodor Seuss Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss, was a Springfield, Massachusetts, native? The beloved children's book author is celebrated at The Quadrangle in Springfield, where you'll find the Dr. Seuss National Memorial. Here are your New England Guide's favorite books by this imaginative and prolific writer.
Vegetarian Cookbooks by Claire Criscuolo
Claire's Corner Copia in New Haven, Connecticut, has been a vegetarian's delight since 1975. Owned by Frank and Claire Criscuolo, it features eclectic vegetarian cuisine that will appeal even to non-vegetarians. Claire is also a cookbook author, so if you're in search of some new vegetarian recipes, you won't go wrong with any of these collections of her inspired culinary creations.
Top 7 Gifts for Loon Lovers
The Common Loon is a water bird common to the lakes and inlets of northern New England. Much lore is associated with these fascinating birds, known for their ability to stay underwater for minutes at a time and for their haunting cry. Here are my picks for the top gifts for the loon lover in your life.
Top 5 Blueberry Gifts
Summertime is blueberry time in New England. Know someone who's wild about blueberries? Here are your New England Guide's picks for the top blueberry gifts.
Top Books by Dr. Seuss
Did you know that Theodor Seuss Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss, was a Springfield, Massachusetts, native? The beloved children's book author is celebrated at The Quadrangle in Springfield, where you'll find the Dr. Seuss National Memorial. Here are your New England Guide's favorite books by this imaginative and prolific writer.
Top New England Calendars
New England Guide Kim Knox Beckius selects the top New England calendars, including calendars that feature images of New England places, scenes and lighthouses.
Top New England Magazines
Whether you're planning a trip to the region or you're simply a New England fan, magazine subscriptions provide a regular dose of all things New England and tips and ideas for future travels. Here are my top picks from among the many helpful, entertaining and visually stunning New England periodicals.
Top Vegetarian Cookbooks by Claire Criscuolo
Claire's Corner Copia in New Haven, Connecticut, has been a vegetarian's delight since 1975. Owned by Frank and Claire Criscuolo, it features eclectic vegetarian cuisine that will appeal even to non-vegetarians. Claire is also a cookbook author, so if you're in search of some new vegetarian recipes, you won't go wrong with any of these collections of her inspired culinary creations.
Top Connecticut Wines
I enjoy wine, but I am by no means an expert, so when it came to compiling a list of the top Connecticut-made wines, I turned to Tony Rousseau, the wine expert at Super Cellar Warehouse Liquors in Avon, Connecticut. Here are picks based on Rousseau's personal preferences and Super Cellar's best sellers.
Top Gifts for Mark Twain Fans
Mark Twain made Hartford, Connecticut, his home for 17 years. Mark Twain fans will appreciate these gifts that capture the wit and literary genius of one of America's best-loved storytellers.

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