Outstanding Farm Stand Shares Emotional Farewell to the Hudson Valley

One of Ulster County's most beloved farm stands recently closed their doors for good... but not before an emotional gathering of friends, family, and customers that owners say they could not have anticipated "in our wildest thoughts".

In a world where everyone seems to claim to have the "best" of whatever they're selling, it can be hard to figure out the truth. For the best cider donut in the Hudson Valley, however, there was little competition.

Tantillo's Farm Market Announces Plans for Permanent Closure

Hudson Valley residents, especially those in southern Ulster County and northern Orange County, know how special it was to have Tantillo's Farm Market in their community. It caught many residents off-guard when they announced plans to close earlier this year.

Why Did Tantillo's Farm Market Close?

Tantillo's which was just 7 years short of its 100 year anniversary, shared in April that they were planning on permanently closing the business to spend more time with their family, especially their children and grandchildren.

Goodbye Event Held for Tantillo's Farm Market

The farm stand, which has been known for some of the best cider donuts in the region both by word-of-mouth as well as official awards, held one last "see you later" event at 730 Route 208 in Gardiner, NY. No one could have predicted the turnout.

Tantillo's Ownership Expresses Gratitude to Community

"We did not, in our wildest thoughts, anticipate the number of customers that would be visiting", the family posted on Facebook (below). "Comments from new and old customers, little customers, past and more recent employees, and friends proved that you all will miss Tantillo’s Farm Market as much as we will".

Fans of Tantillo's trademark treat will be relieved to learn that while the business is now closed, they still plan on making surprise appearances at local events, donuts in tow. Take a look at some possible alternative donut destinations below.