
Beeeess by the Buzz-illion!
When asked how many bees he has, Jerry Brown’s standard answer is a “buzz-illion.” Seems fitting given that Brown’s Honey Farm, located at Haddam, is the state’s largest bee operation.
MarCon
Pies, Inc.
The aroma of freshly baked pies filling the air
and overwhelming the senses is noticed immediately
upon arrival at this business. For Don Walsh, however,
it’s just another day at the office and he’s
not even aware of the tempting smell until someone
else reminds him.
Walsh partnered with Rod Krahl to purchase MarCon
Pies, Inc. in December 2002 and together they have
been working to grow the business.
Our
Daily Bread Bake Shoppe and Bistro
The
main ingredient is family. “Our family has always been hospitable,”
says Cindy Hiesterman, business co-founder. “Mom
always had a saying that whoever put their hand
in the cookie jar was family, and we try to carry
that philosophy into our business.”