“I've come here before for produce when I was in the area -- don't miss the in-season peaches and tomatoes! -- but this time I was on a quest: I wanted the sweet corn ice cream. I used to love corn ice cream when I lived in China (you can get these tasty corncob shaped ice cream novelties at convenience stores there) and I wanted to try the real-deal fresh-produce version. If you're in the Albany area, do yourself a favor and make the trip. The subtle, summery sweet corn ice was delicious, but the goat cheese and raspberry was also excellent, and the friendly young staff was handling the crowd with aplomb. Pick up some plants or produce while you're there, or just hang out at a picnic table and enjoy the summer weather while it lasts.”
“We moved up here in 2018, and we just worked with Pondside to design and install planting in front of our house. From putting in a system to pull water way from the house to patiently walking us through all of the proposed planting and then meeting with us to walk us through post-planting aftercare, I have been super-impressed! We're using plants that are indigenous to the area, help the general wellbeing of the ecosystem and will work with climate change. The planting has been nothing short of stunning (there's even a dash of flowers that match our front door color - this makes all the landscaping really pop) - it's a hit not just with us but also with our neighbors who are now asking for Pondside's contact information. We've worked with a fair number of folks as we slowly make improvements to our home that fit in our budget and Pondside has been exemplary to work with - I enthusiastically recommend Pondside.”
“Stopped by on our way back from Coxsackie and was blown away by the breadth, depth, and quality of the offerings in the retail store. The in-store bakery produces a stunning array of fresh-baked treats from pound cake to pretzels. The meat case made me drool and I can't think of anywhere else I can find Northwind Farm ribeyes, which are incredible. The curation of imported goods, combined with on-farm preserves, produce, etc, is unique. Definitely worth a detour.”
“The staff was very helpful finding me the right type of Bird seed to continue feeding the birds & wildlife at my mother's house and dont forget about propane tank filling and all there wonderful plants and trees. It's a great local spot for most of your gardening needs.”