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The sun is shining brighter and temperatures are rising here in beautiful New England, signaling the arrival of BBQ season! At Calef’s Country Store, our extensive BBQ selection caters to every palate. Whether you’re looking for zesty condiments to elevate a classic hot dog or sophisticated rubs and sauces for the discerning family grill master, we have you covered. In addition, we offer a wide range of flavorful seasonings and fresh ingredients perfect for creating delicious sides. And don’t forget to explore our impressive collection of local craft beers to complement your meal. Swing by and discover the perfect additions to your backyard BBQ that will impress your guests!

Brunch is always a great way to come together. It’s a fun way to show some creativity with different flavors, drinks, and baked goods. Not only is it easy to set the right mood for the event but its simple to pull together. Calef’s has everything you need for a sweet and savory brunch, a boozy brunch, lighter fare or indulgent pancakes and waffles.

Mother’s Day is Sunday May 10th and now is the perfect time to stop by the store for a locally crafted gift. New for Mother’s Day, we have an assortment of garden inspired gifts as well as long-time favorites like wine and gourmet foods. Visit the store for our full selection, select products are available online.

March is Maple Month and we are here for all things maple! Maple is a big deal here in New Hampshire. The state produces nearly 90,000 gallons of syrup per year and supports over 350 family-owned sugarhouses. Many of these sugarhouses have been around for generations, driving the economy, boosting tourism, and continuing a cultural tradition. The sugaring industry has helped create a love for maple flavors and so many creative maple inspired products.

Overwhelmed by holiday entertaining? No problem! Let Calef’s take some or all of the cooking off of your plate. Calef’s caters and we have lots of options for the holidays or your next event. We can handle appetizer trays, sandwich platters, sides, dessert plates, and more! Great for office parties, family gatherings, relaxed get togethers or cocktail hours.

Calef’s is ready for the holidays! For months, we have worked to find some of the best, locally made, holiday gifts and seasonal products. We also make sure to have the classic New England gifts that are fun to give and get, like a bucket of pickles, or the unexpected white elephant. We dedicate time to learning about new products, meeting new vendors, and understanding what the community needs. Again, this year, we have created a list of holiday favorites that you can only find at Calef’s!

Some of the best memories are created at the breakfast table. Slow mornings are a luxury and breakfast foods can be easy and delicious, especially when you have a pantry stocked with Calef’s breakfast favorites. We can help you create big stacks of pancakes with local syrups, delicious hot drinks, or some simply scrumptious toast. We keep breakfast easy with pre-made mixes and high quality products that elevate even the simplest breakfast.

Fall has arrived at Calef’s! And cooler weather means a shift in flavors and cooking styles. Rich maple flavors, savory and sweet snacks, and anything apple or pumpkin. Especially here in New England. Calef’s fall collection is the best locally made products that will feel and taste like fall!

As the cooler weather approaches here in New England, we tend to shift our menus from seasonal summer dishes and lighter fare to soups, rich flavors, and warm homemade baked goods. The change in season also brings a change in schedules, often relying on quick and healthy meals or low and slow dinners. Our Calef’s soups and bread mixes are the perfect meal solution. Both are easy to make, have lots of great flavors and require ingredients that may just be in your fridge already. With lots of delicious soup options and the potential to tweak mixes to fit exactly what you are craving. And best of all, our mixes are made with high quality ingredients, making them a healthy choice compared to other quick meal alternatives.

The holiday weekend is almost here and we have fun drinks for the entire family. From old fashioned sodas in all kinds of classic flavors, to new sodas, and sparkling waters. We have hydration drinks that can double as mixers, non-beers, maple drink mixers, and the best Bloody Mary mixes around. July 4th cookouts and celebrations are about more than the food. They are about the cold beverages that spark some nostalgia, bring people together, or take the edge off a hot day. To help you stock your holiday cooler and bar we have gathered some of our favorites!