The end of an era
Henning’s Local is now closed
Dear Friends ~
It has been a long, rewarding, and adventurous journey these past twelve years at Henning’s Local, but our great run must finally come to an end.
Our beloved space in Cochecton Center has recently changed hands. Sadly, it’s impossible for our small business to sustain the excessive rent increase by the building’s new owner and unfortunately, all avenues for solutions at this location have been explored without success.
February 4, 2023 was our last day of dinner service in the restaurant.
Henning’s Local has been proud to serve thousands of guests over the years, from date nights to weddings, birthdays to anniversaries, family reunions to everyday dinners. Each one has been special.
The restaurant has been able to accomplish so much, while also enduring unexpected obstacles ~ after originally opening in Eldred, then relocating in 2015, and of course, the arduous ups and downs throughout the pandemic. The dedication of our incredible staff and your unwavering loyalty made it all work.
We are forever grateful for our community’s support and patronage since the beginning. Without you, none of this would have been possible.
On a personal note, I am currently focusing on my next chapter at Julia’s Local and my beautiful farm in Round Top.
I hope to see you in the near future, albeit, in a different part of the Catskills. Thank you all.
With much love and respect ~
Henning
photographs by Caroline Tompkins from Bon Appétit
ABOUT HENNING
Henning Nordanger was born and raised in Bergen, Norway. Escoffier-trained, he worked in several large hotel restaurants and mountain resorts throughout Norway, and for the King of Norway on his royal yacht. After coming to the United States almost 25 years ago, he began cooking in New York City, both in restaurants and as a private chef. Since 2006 he has lived in the Catskills and in 2012 he opened Henning’s Local in Sullivan County, first in Eldred, before moving to Cochecton Center (2015-2024). He is currently the Executive Chef at Julia’s Local, a recently-opened restaurant in Round Top (located in Greene County in the northern Catskills). Read more about Julia’s Local in Chronogram and Hudson Valley Magazine.
portrait by Noah Kalina for Dveight Magazine
PRESS ARCHIVE FOR HENNING’S LOCAL
Bon Appétit: ”Where to Eat in New York’s Southern Catskills: This river-lined paradise is home to jewel-toned lakes, swimming holes, and of course, great food.”
Chronogram/Upstater: “Henning’s Local: Destination Dining on the Upper Delaware”
The New York Times/T Magazine: “What to Do (and Where to Stay) in the Western Catskills”
Escape Brooklyn: "Try These 5 Upstate Farm-to-Table Restaurants"
Forbes: “New York’s Catskills: How To Spend 48 Hours In Sullivan County”
Food & Wine: “15 Chefs Share Their Favorite Ways to Use Canned Seafood”
The Wall Street Journal: "A Stress-Free Summer Weekend in the Catskills"
Architectural Digest: "Sullivan County Is the New York State Getaway You've Been Looking For"
Hudson Valley Magazine: "What to Eat and Where to Stay Near Bethel Center for the Arts"
The Manual: "The Best Restaurants, Hotels, and Things to Do in the Catskills"
OUR LOCAL VENDORS
2 Queens, Aaron Burr Cider, Agrarian Feast, Anthill Farm, Beach Lake Bakery, Beaverkill Trout Hatchery, Campanelli's Poultry Farm, Catskill Brewery, Catskill Distilling Company, Eminence Road Farm Winery, Gorzynski Ornery Farm, Hudson Valley Harvest, Lato Sud Farm, Prime Foods, Prohibition Distillery, Quails R Us, Somewhere in Time Farms, Tuthilltown Spirits, Willow Wisp Organic Farm
OTHER LOCAL RECOMMENDATIONS
9 River Road, 1870 Roebling Inn on the Delaware, The Arnold House, Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, Callicoon Farmers' Market, The Callicoon Theater, The DeBruce, Delaware Valley Arts Alliance, Farm Arts Collective, Inn at Lake Joseph, The Laundrette, One Grand Books, Mildred's Lane, The North Branch Inn, The Outside Institute, Red Barn Studio, Red Cottage, Red Rose Motel, The River Gallery, Stickett Inn, Sullivan County Visitors Association, Tusten Mountain Trail
MUST READ: Farm Girl’s Guide to Getting Lost & Found in the Catskills
Archival photo courtesy Town of Cochecton. Henning's Local is located above Heinle's General Store, which was founded by William F. Heinle, opened in the late 1800s, and remained in the family for well over 100 years.