Gift Guide 2018: Goose Feathers!

One of the reasons I live in the Hudson Valley is because I’m surrounded by wonderful farmers.  I just bought my Christmas goose from Kinderhook Farm, which is a kind of dream of a place that raises all manner of animals in a humane fashion.

The place is run by artists - and in her spare time Georgia Ranney, makes art out of goose feathers.  I can’t think of a lovelier present for a cook than one of her feather monoprints.

Lovely and unique, they cost $25 apiece or 5 for $100. And while you’re on the site, take a look at their farmstay cottage.  Open from May to October, reservations sell out fast because this too is kind of a dream.