Farm to Table
Nicole joined Farm Director Will Conway for the Farmer’s Test Kitchen, where the experience began among rows of seasonal produce growing at Wildflower Farms. After handpicking ingredients at their peak, they returned to Maplehouse to transform the morning’s harvest into a simple, fresh lunch.
The Thrill of the Find
Nicole’s love of vintage led her to Newburgh Vintage Emporium Warehouse, where stylist Matt Smith guided her on a private hunt through racks of vintage fashion and an eclectic assortment of objects with stories to tell. The afternoon continued at Dia Beacon, where she shifted her gaze from treasures of the past to the bold perspectives of contemporary art.
Follow in Nicole’s footsteps with our 4-Day Art & Antiquing Itinerary, curated by Ward + Gray designers Christie Ward and Staver Gray alongside Wildflower Farms owner Kristin Rapoport.
From Flour to Flower
Back at Wildflower Farms, Nicole rolled up her sleeves for Rising Blooms, a hands-on workshop celebrating the art of sourdough. She learned the essentials of nurturing a starter before turning her attention to focaccia, shaping the dough and arranging edible flowers, seasonal vegetables, and fragrant herbs from The Farm across its surface. Part baking lesson, part artistic expression, the experience brought together her love of making things by hand and the simple pleasure of creating something beautiful from scratch.
Curated by Nicole
A little House of Harlow magic made its way to The Shop, Wildflower Farms’ curated boutique of fashion, jewelry, and one-of-a-kind pieces from independent designers and makers. During Nicole’s stay, the space played host to an intimate jewelry trunk show and private styling hour, bringing her signature vintage-inspired aesthetic to the heart of the Hudson Valley.
A selection of House of Harlow jewelry can be found at The Shop. Discover Nicole’s top picks: Hathor Teardrop Earrings, Hathor Band, and Nova Crystal Diamond Huggie Earrings.
The Scenic Route
Between her many pursuits, Nicole found plenty of reasons to linger at Wildflower Farms, from starting her day by Feeding the Animals, leisurely walks along winding trails and sun-soaked afternoons by the pool to a seat at one of Clay’s three intimate Chef’s Tables. Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Shawangunk Ridge, these moments revealed another side of the Hudson Valley—one best enjoyed without an agenda.
