October 8, 2015

'Beekman 1802 Almanac' Hits Newsstands

READ TIME: 2 MIN.

Available on newsstands nationwide this week, the Fall/Winter 2015 issue of "Beekman 1802 Almanac" is a curated collection of seasonal recipes, gardening tips, shopping discoveries and quirky stories brought together by Brent Ridge and Josh Kilmer-Purcell, widely known for their best-selling books; the "Beekman 1802 Mercantile shop"; and the popular "The Fabulous Beekman Boys" television show.

Inspired by almanac publications from the 19th century, "Beekman 1802 Almanac" offers a modern take on these all-in-one resources, which once provided long-range weather forecasts, household tips and recipes. In some cases, an almanac was a rural family's only link to the outside world. As told through the voices of favorite neighbors, "Beekman 1802 Almanac" offers fresh-from-the-farm inspiration and a glimpse into life on the Sharon Springs, NY farm that Brent and Josh have called home since 2008.

"Partnering with the Beekman 1802 brand is a natural fit for Meredith," says Meredith Group Editorial Leader Doug Kouma. "Brent and Josh's locally sourced and modern-maker approach in the home, food and garden spaces offers a fresh perspective on the subjects and values that resonate with Meredith readers."

Brent and Josh added, "Teaming up with Meredith allows us to share the inspirations and ideas that we gather from our farm, small town and great community of "Beekman neighbors" all across the country. We're thrilled to introduce ourselves to a new audience by joining Meredith's portfolio of food, home and lifestyle brands."

Published seasonally, the premiere issue of "Beekman 1802 Almanac" includes 55 farm-to-table recipes, holiday entertaining tips and easy ideas for cultivating a better life this season. More features inside this issue include:

  • Dream Catchers - A profile of seven pioneers who decamped from big cities to open businesses in smaller, up-and-coming travel destinations.
  • The Gift Guide - Browse 71 Made-in-America gift ideas, starting at just $5.
  • A Seasoned Feast - Brent and Josh's ultimate holiday meal is a mix of old and new recipes - from roast pork loin with cornbread stuffing to winter kabocha squash pie.
  • Chocolate & Spice - Cayenne, cardamom and ginger add new dimension to chocolate cakes, pies, cookies and candies.
  • Keep it Green - Designer Tricia Foley strips away the opulence and opts for a simple holiday d�cor palette of holly and pine.
  • The Ice Harvest - Brent and Josh make ice the old-fashioned way: slicing it straight from a frozen pond.

    "Our mission at Beekman 1802 is to enhance the lives of consumers by offering inspiration for a simpler and more fulfilling lifestyle," says Jay McGill, Publisher and CEO of Beekman Media LLC. "Adding a magazine extension of our brand embodies that sentiment, creating a lean-back experience for readers to enjoy now and for years to come. Whether it's a new recipe or gift idea for the holiday season, we're confident that there's plenty to treasure in this inaugural issue."

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