Pioneer Valley is an area of western Massachusetts filled with history, museums and outdoor adventure (along with several well-known universities), but it’s also home to a pretty amazing food scene that you might not expect when traveling outside of the nearby, more populated areas on the East Coast. Local restaurants abound, serving local produce and products.

For some of the tastiest options in Pioneer Valley, check out these five favorites.

Visiting Pioneer Valley? If you’re headed to this portion of Massachusetts, whether for a college visit, family vacation or outdoor adventure, you’ll need a place to stay. Consider booking a room at one of these seven fan-favorite properties, from quaint inns to boutique hotels to historic spaces.