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Ethnic Eateries, Rich Dining Experiences Abound in Waterbury

Waterbury’s rich ethnic heritage surfaces in some of the tastiest ways. The city is rife with restaurants that reflect waves of immigrants as well as new twists on old classics. Drescher’s Restaurant, 25 Leavenworth St., serves up authentic German cuisine with some seafood and pasta tossed in for variety. The Caribbean Kitchen on Walnut Street offers Jamaican; Portuguese cuisine comes courtesy of Lisboa Restaurant on Lafayette Street. Brazil Grill on South Main and Peruvian Corner on Meadow... Read More »
Mattatuck Museum Arts & History Center

Waterbury Has Its Own Orchestra, Ballet, Theaters and a Museum Where Time Is King

In the years between World War I and II, the opulent Palace Theater in downtown Waterbury was the city’s cultural hub. It is again, after a $30 million renovation transformed the run-down Beaux-Arts beauty into a performing arts center. The Palace, which is on the National Register of Historic Places, has at least eight different performance series to reach a broad audience. From country music to Broadway shows, comedy performances to children's theater, the Palace has something for everyone.... Read More »
Fulton Park

State, City Parks Allow Waterbury Residents Plenty of Fresh Air

Waterbury and surrounding towns offer a wealth of outdoor recreation opportunities, from camping to caving, paddleboats to paintball and just about everything in between. A trolley line through Waterbury’s smaller next-door neighbor of Middlebury put Lake Quassapaug on the map as a summer resort 100 years ago, and the area has been a favorite family spot for generations. It’s now called Quassy Amusement Park, with a private beach, paddleboats, two dozen rides, a picnic area and an outdoor... Read More »