The cookster

The cookster The Cookster
Locally Prepared Food Store in Downtown Ludlow
Feeling hungry? Fill your fridge, lunch box, or just kill that craving Let us cook for you!

The Cookster located in Lamere Square Ludlow Vermont is a take out restaurant of prepared foods for home. We make a selection of soups, sauces, entrees, salads, etc. We carry gluten free, vegetarian and omnivore dishes, as well as some baked goods. Looking for something in particular? Call the Cookster and ask...we'll add it into our cooking roster with a little notice. The cookster is a great pla

ce to pick up a quick bite, lunch, dinner or a complete meal for your next party. Our food is handmade on the premises. We put time, patience, years of craftsmanship and love into to what we do. The Cookster
892.228.4983
[email protected]

06/05/2026

THE COOKSTER
PREPARED FOODS:
FRIDAY, JUNE 5, 2026

Bone in Chicken Thighs: Chipotle Guava w/ Pepitas

Penette Salad w/ Sauteed Sundried Tomatoes, Sweet Onion, Basil, Garlic
Balsamic and Baby Spinach (V)

Baked Mac and Cheese w/ Gorgonzola, Heavy Cream, Cheddar Cheese, Garlic Panko Crust

Cod Cakes w/ Sriacha Aioli

Chicken Salad: Poached Chicken w/ Apples, Celery, Scallions, Dried Cranberries, Apple Cider Vinegar (GF) (GF)

Grilled Chicken Breast: Fresh Thyme, Lemon, EVO, Garlic, Honey, Sherry, Aleppo Pepper and Sea Salt : (DF/GF)

*PLEASE RELAY ANY ALLERGEN INFORMATION BEFORE ORDERING** CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER-COOKED MEAT POULTRY, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH, OR EGGS MAY INCREASE RISK OF FOOD-BORNE ILLNESS

Flat Iron Steak w/ Sumac, Maple, Aleppo Pepper, Sumac Red Wine, EVO (DF/GF)

Salmon Pan Seared: Cilantro, Cumin, Garlic, Lime (DF/GF)

Green Beans Vinaigrette (V/GF)

Salad : Little Leaf Greens, Pears, Dried Cranberries, Blueberries, Toasted Walnuts
Cookster Apple Cider Raw Honey Vinaigrette on the Side (GF/V)

DESSERT:

Brownies: Chocolaty Rich Bittersweet Belgium Chocolate w English Flaked Sea Salt

Congo Bars: Coconut, Pecans, Belgium Bittersweet Caribbean Chocolate, English Flaked Sea Salt, Dulce de Leche, and a Graham Cracker Brown Butter Crust

PLEASE RELAY ANY ALLERGEN INFORMATION BEFORE ORDERING ** CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER-COOKED MEATS & POULTRY, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH, OR EGGS MAY INCREASE RISK OF FOOD-BORNE ILLNESS

06/04/2026

THE COOKSTER
PREPARED FOODS:
THURSDAY, JUNE 4, 2026

Bone in Chicken Thighs: Roasted w/ Thyme, Sherry, Maple, Evo,
Garlic, Aleppo Pepper (GF)

Quinoa & Lentils w/ Roasted Cauliflower, Toasted Almonds, Dried Sour Cherries, Cumin, Fennel Seed, Aleppo Pepper and Mustard Seed (V/GF)

BLT Pasta Salad : North Country Bacon, Tomatoes, Romaine, Pasta, Tossed w/ Mayonaise, Sea Salt and Freshly Ground Black Peppercorn

Cod Cakes w/ Sriacha Aioli

Chicken Salad: Poached Chicken w/ Apples, Celery, Scallions, Dried Cranberries, Apple Cider Vinegar (GF) (GF) : After 11:30

Grilled Chicken Breast: Fresh Thyme, Lemon, EVO, Garlic, Honey, Sherry, Aleppo Pepper and Sea Salt : (DF/GF)

Buttermilk Fried Chicken w/ Cholula Maple Ranch : LIMITED

*PLEASE RELAY ANY ALLERGEN INFORMATION BEFORE ORDERING** CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER-COOKED MEAT POULTRY, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH, OR EGGS MAY INCREASE RISK OF FOOD-BORNE ILLNESS

Flat Iron Steak w/ Sumac, Maple, Aleppo Pepper, Sumac Red Wine, EVO (DF/GF)

Salmon Pan Seared: Cilantro, Cumin, Garlic, Lime (DF/GF)

Roasted Broccoli, Sweet Onion, Garlic and Fennel Seed (V/GF)
(After 11:45)

Salad : Little Leaf Greens, Pears, Raspberries, Blueberries, Toasted Almonds, Pea Shoots
Cookster Apple Cider Raw Honey Vinaigrette on the Side (GF/V)

DESSERT:

Brownies: Chocolaty Rich Bittersweet Belgium Chocolate w English Flaked Sea Salt

Congo Bars: Coconut, Pecans, Belgium Bittersweet Caribbean Chocolate, English Flaked Sea Salt, Dulce de Leche, and a Graham Cracker Brown Butter Crust

PLEASE RELAY ANY ALLERGEN INFORMATION BEFORE ORDERING ** CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER-COOKED MEATS & POULTRY, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH, OR EGGS MAY INCREASE RISK OF FOOD-BORNE ILLNESS

06/03/2026

THE COOKSTER
PREPARED FOODS:
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2026

Bone in Chicken Thighs: Roasted w/ Thyme, Sherry, Maple, Evo,
Garlic, Aleppo Pepper (GF)

Quinoa w. Roasted Turmeric Cauliflower, Mustard Seed, Sweet Onion, Garlic, Fennel Seed, Cumin, Toasted Almonds, Dried Sour Cherries (V/GF)

Germelli Pasta w/ Lemon Basil EVO , Garlic, Aleppo Pepper, Pinenuts, Baby Kale (V)

Yukon Gold Potato Wedges w/ Cumin, Smoked Paprika, Aleppo Pepper, Garlic, EVO, Sea Salt (V/GF)

Cod Cakes w/ Sriacha Aioli After 3:00 PM

Grilled Chicken Breast: Fresh Thyme, Lemon, EVO, Garlic, Honey, Sherry, Aleppo Pepper and Sea Salt : (DF/GF)

Buttermilk Fried Chicken w/ Cholula Maple Ranch : After 11:30

*PLEASE RELAY ANY ALLERGEN INFORMATION BEFORE ORDERING** CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER-COOKED MEAT POULTRY, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH, OR EGGS MAY INCREASE RISK OF FOOD-BORNE ILLNESS


Petite Chuck Tenders w/ Sumac, Maple, Aleppo Pepper, Sumac Red Wine, EVO (DF/GF)

Salmon Pan Seared: Cilantro, Cumin, Garlic, Lime (DF/GF)

Roasted Broccoli, Carrots, Zucchini w/ Sweet Onion, Garlic and Fennel Seed, EVO , Sea Salt & Aleppo Pepper
(V/ GF)

Salad : Little Leaf Greens, Raspberries, Pears, Blueberries, Pea Shoots
Cookster Apple Cider Raw Honey Vinaigrette on the Side (GF/V)

DESSERT:

Brownies: Chocolaty Rich Bittersweet Belgium Chocolate w English Flaked Sea Salt

Congo Bars: Coconut, Pecans, Belgium Bittersweet Caribbean Chocolate, English Flaked Sea Salt, Dulce de Leche, and a Graham Cracker Brown Butter Crust

PLEASE RELAY ANY ALLERGEN INFORMATION BEFORE ORDERING ** CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER-COOKED MEATS & POULTRY, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH, OR EGGS MAY INCREASE RISK OF FOOD-BORNE ILLNESS

06/02/2026

THE COOKSTER
PREPARED FOODS:
TUESDAY JUNE 2, 2026

Bone in Chicken Thighs: Roasted w/ Thyme, Sherry, Maple, Evo,
Garlic, Aleppo Pepper (GF)

Angel Hair Pasta w/ Sundried Tomato Saute, Baby Arugula, Sweet Onion, Garlic, Basil, Thyme, Lemon, Sherry EVO (V)

Germelli Pasta w/ Lemon Basil EVO , Garlic, Aleppo Pepper, Pinenuts, Baby Kale (V)

Yukon Gold Potato Wedges w/ Cumin, Smoked Paprika, Aleppo Pepper, Garlic, EVO, Sea Salt (V/GF)

Chicken Salad: Grilled Chicken w/ Grapes, Toasted Walnuts, Dried Cranberries, Lemon, Tarragon, Apple Cider Mayonnaise on Baby Greens (GF)

Grilled Chicken Breast: Fresh Thyme, Lemon, EVO, Garlic, Honey, Sherry, Aleppo Pepper and Sea Salt : (DF/GF)

Crispy Lemon Chicken : After 1130

*PLEASE RELAY ANY ALLERGEN INFORMATION BEFORE ORDERING** CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER-COOKED MEAT POULTRY, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH, OR EGGS MAY INCREASE RISK OF FOOD-BORNE ILLNESS

Petite Chuck Tenders w/ Sumac, Maple, Aleppo Pepper, Sumac Red Wine, EVO (DF/GF)

Salmon Pan Seared: Cilantro, Cumin, Garlic, Lime (DF/GF) : TBD
DELIVERY AFTERNOON: AFTER 3:00

Green Beans Vinaigrette (V/ GF)

Salad : Little Leaf Greens, Blue Berries, Green Apple, Gogonzola, Toasted Pecans
Cookster Apple Cider Raw Honey Vinaigrette on the Side (GF/V)

DESSERT:

Brownies: Chocolaty Rich Bittersweet Belgium Chocolate w English Flaked Sea Salt

Congo Bars: Coconut, Pecans, Belgium Bittersweet Caribbean Chocolate, English Flaked Sea Salt, Dulce de Leche, and a Graham Cracker Brown Butter Crust

PLEASE RELAY ANY ALLERGEN INFORMATION BEFORE ORDERING ** CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER-COOKED MEATS & POULTRY, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH, OR EGGS MAY INCREASE RISK OF FOOD-BORNE ILLNESS

06/01/2026

THE COOKSTER
PREPARED FOODS:
MONDAY JUNE 1, 2026

Bone in Chicken Thighs: Roasted w/ Thyme, Sherry, Maple, Evo,
Garlic, Aleppo Pepper (GF)

Angel Hair Pasta w/ Sundried Tomato Saute, Baby Arugula, Sweet Onion, Garlic, Basil, Thyme, Lemon, Sherry EVO (V)

Yukon Gold Potato Wedges w/ Cumin, Smoked Paprika, Aleppo Pepper, Garlic, EVO, Sea Salt

Chicken Salad: Grilled Chicken w/ Grapes, Toasted Walnuts, Dried Cranberries, Lemon, Tarragon, Apple Cider Mayonnaise on Baby Greens (GF) : After 11:30

Grilled Chicken Breast: Fresh Basil, Lemon EVO, Garlic, Sherry, Aleppo Pepper and Sea Salt : (DF/GF)

*PLEASE RELAY ANY ALLERGEN INFORMATION BEFORE ORDERING** CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER-COOKED MEAT POULTRY, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH, OR EGGS MAY INCREASE RISK OF FOOD-BORNE ILLNESS

Petit Chuck Tenders w/ Sumac, Maple, Aleppo Pepper, Sumac Red Wine, EVO (DF/GF)

Salmon Pan Seared: Cilantro, Cumin, Garlic, Lime (DF/GF)

Roasted Cauliflower, Zucchini, Sweet Onion, Garlic w/ Fennel Seed & EVO : (V/ GF)

Salad : Little Leaf Greens, Blue Berries, Green Apple, Gogonzola, Toasted Pecans
Cookster Apple Cider Raw Honey Vinaigrette on the Side (GF/V)

DESSERT:

Brownies: Chocolaty Rich Bittersweet Belgium Chocolate w English Flaked Sea Salt

Congo Bars: Coconut, Pecans, Belgium Bittersweet Caribbean Chocolate, English Flaked Sea Salt, Dulce de Leche, and a Graham Cracker Brown Butter Crust

PLEASE RELAY ANY ALLERGEN INFORMATION BEFORE ORDERING ** CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER-COOKED MEATS & POULTRY, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH, OR EGGS MAY INCREASE RISK OF FOOD-BORNE ILLNESS

05/29/2026

THE COOKSTER
PREPARED FOODS:
FRIDAY MAY 29, 2026

Cod Cakes w/ Sriacha Aioli

Bone in Chicken Thighs: Roasted w/ Ginger, Thyme, Maple, Garlic, Maple, Evo, Shallots, (GF)

Angel Hair Pasta w/ Lemon, Garlic, Basil EVO, Dried Cranberries, Capers, and Baby Arugula (V)

BLT Pasta Salad w/ Cherry Tomatoes, Romaine Lettuce, North Country Bacon, Freshly Ground Black Pepper, Sea Salt, Tossed w/ Pasta and Mayonnaise

Quinoa w/ Sweet Potatoes, Roasted Corn & Sweet Peas w/ Sweet Onion, Shallots, Garlic Ginger, Apple Cider Vinegar, EVO & A Hint of Honey(V/GF)

Baked Mac and Cheese : Gorgonzola, Extra Sharp VT Cheddar, Sweet Onion, Garlic, Heavy Cream w/ a Garlic Panko Crust

Chicken Salad: Poached Chicken, Dried Cranberries, Toasted Walnuts, Scallions, Celery, Lemon Zest Lemon Mayonnaise on Little Leaf Greens (GF)

Grilled Chicken Breast: Fresh Tarragon, Lemon Zest, Honey, EVO, Garlic, Aleppo Pepper, Smoked Paprika, Black Pepper and Sea Salt (DF/GF)

*PLEASE RELAY ANY ALLERGEN INFORMATION BEFORE ORDERING** CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER-COOKED MEAT POULTRY, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH, OR EGGS MAY INCREASE RISK OF FOOD-BORNE ILLNESS

Flat Iron Steak w/ Sumac, Maple, Aleppo Pepper, Sumac Red Wine, EVO (DF/GF)

Salmon Pan Seared: Cilantro, Cumin, Garlic, Lime (DF/GF)

Green Beans Vinaigrette w/ Raw Honey and Apple Cider Vinaigrette
(V/ GF)

Salad : Little Leaf Greens, Dried Sour Cherries, Toasted Almonds,
Grapes
Cookster Apple Cider Raw Honey Vinaigrette on the Side (GF/V)

DESSERT:

Brownies: Chocolaty Rich Bittersweet Belgium Chocolate w English Flaked Sea Salt

Congo Bars: Coconut, Pecans, Belgium Bittersweet Caribbean Chocolate, English Flaked Sea Salt, Dulce de Leche, and a Graham Cracker Brown Butter Crust

PLEASE RELAY ANY ALLERGEN INFORMATION BEFORE ORDERING ** CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER-COOKED MEATS & POULTRY, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH, OR EGGS MAY INCREASE RISK OF FOOD-BORNE ILLNESS

05/28/2026

THE COOKSTER
PREPARED FOODS:
THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2026

Cod Cakes w/ Sriacha Aioli

Bone in Chicken Thighs: Roasted w/ Ginger, Thyme, Maple, Garlic, Maple, Evo, Shallots, (GF)

Buttermilk Fried Chicken w/ Cholula Maple Ranch : Boneless Thighs
(LIMITED) : After 11:30

Pasta Salad: Mini Penne w/ Sundried Tomato Saute, Sweet Onion, Basil, Thyme, Garlic, Madeira, Sherry and Balsamic w/ Baby Arugula (V)

BLT Pasta Salad w/ Cherry Tomatoes, Romaine Lettuce, North Country Bacon, Freshly Ground Black Pepper, Sea Salt, Tossed w/ Pasta and Mayonnaise

Quinoa w/ Sweet Potatoes, Roasted Corn & Sweet Peas w/ Sweet Onion, Shallots, Garlic Ginger, Apple Cider Vinegar, EVO & A Hint of Honey(V/GF)

Chicken Salad: Poached Chicken, Dried Cranberries, Toasted Walnuts, Scallions, Celery, Lemon Zest Apple Cider Mayonnaise on Little Leaf Greens (GF) : After 11:30

Grilled Chicken Breast: Fresh Tarragon, Lemon Zest, Honey, EVO, Garlic, Aleppo Pepper, Smoked Paprika, Black Pepper and Sea Salt (DF/GF)

*PLEASE RELAY ANY ALLERGEN INFORMATION BEFORE ORDERING** CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER-COOKED MEAT POULTRY, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH, OR EGGS MAY INCREASE RISK OF FOOD-BORNE ILLNESS

Flank Steak w/ Sumac, Maple, Aleppo Pepper, Sumac Red Wine, EVO (DF/GF)

Salmon Pan Seared: Cilantro, Cumin, Garlic, Lime (DF/GF)

Green Beans Vinaigrette w/ Raw Honey and Apple Cider Vinaigrette
(V/ GF)

Salad : Little Leaf Greens, Plumbs, Toasted Almonds & Gorgonzola Cheese
Cookster Apple Cider Raw Honey Vinaigrette on the Side (GF/V)

DESSERT:

Brownies: Chocolaty Rich Bittersweet Belgium Chocolate w English Flaked Sea Salt

Congo Bars: Coconut, Pecans, Belgium Bittersweet Caribbean Chocolate, English Flaked Sea Salt, Dulce de Leche, and a Graham Cracker Brown Butter Crust

PLEASE RELAY ANY ALLERGEN INFORMATION BEFORE ORDERING ** CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER-COOKED MEATS & POULTRY, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH, OR EGGS MAY INCREASE RISK OF FOOD-BORNE ILLNESS

05/27/2026

THE COOKSTER
PREPARED FOODS:
WEDNESDAY, MAY 27, 2026

Cod Cakes w/ Sriacha Aioli : After 3:00 PM

Bone in Chicken Thighs: Roasted w/ Sherry, Smoked Paprika, Garlic, Maple, Evo, Shallots, (GF)

Buttermilk Fried Chicken w/ Cholula Maple Ranch : Boneless Thighs
(After 11:30)

Pasta Salad: Mini Penne w/ Sundried Tomato Saute, Sweet Onion, Basil, Thyme, Garlic, Madeira, Sherry and Balsamic w/ Baby Arugula (V)

Roasted Yukon Gold Potato Wedges: Cumin, Aleppo Pepper. Sea Salt, EVO, Smoked Paprika (V/GF) :; LIMITED

Farro Salad w/ Baby Kale, Saffron Roasted Cauliflower, Zucchini, Sweet Onion, Garlic, Fennel Seed, Cumin Seed, Spanish Sherry Vinegar (V)

Chicken Salad: Poached Chicken, Dried Cranberries, Toasted Walnuts, Scallions, Celery, Lemon Zest Apple Cider Mayonnaise on Little Leaf Greens (GF) : After 12:00

Grilled Chicken Breast: Fresh Thyme, Lemon Zest, Honey, EVO, Garlic, Aleppo Pepper, Smoked Paprika, Black Pepper and Sea Salt (DF/GF)

*PLEASE RELAY ANY ALLERGEN INFORMATION BEFORE ORDERING** CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER-COOKED MEAT POULTRY, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH, OR EGGS MAY INCREASE RISK OF FOOD-BORNE ILLNESS

Flank Steak w/ Sumac, Maple, Aleppo Pepper, Sumac Red Wine, EVO (DF/GF)

Salmon Pan Seared: Cilantro, Cumin, Garlic, Lime (DF/GF)

Green Beans Vinaigrette w/ Raw Honey and Apple Cider Vinaigrette
(V/ GF)

Salad : Little Leaf Greens, Baby Kale, Toasted Walnuts, Granny Smith Apples, Blueberries & Crumbled VT Goat Cheese :
Cookster Apple Cider Raw Honey Vinaigrette on the Side (GF/V)

DESSERT:

Brownies: Chocolaty Rich Bittersweet Belgium Chocolate w English Flaked Sea Salt

Congo Bars: Coconut, Pecans, Belgium Bittersweet Caribbean Chocolate, English Flaked Sea Salt, Dulce de Leche, and a Graham Cracker Brown Butter Crust

PLEASE RELAY ANY ALLERGEN INFORMATION BEFORE ORDERING ** CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER-COOKED MEATS & POULTRY, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH, OR EGGS MAY INCREASE RISK OF FOOD-BORNE ILLNESS

05/26/2026

THE COOKSTER
PREPARED FOODS:
TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2026

Bone in Chicken Thighs: Roasted w/ Sherry, Smoked Paprika, Garlic, Maple, Evo, Shallots, (GF)

Pasta Salad: (V) Angel Hair w/ Lemon, Basil & Garlic EVO and Baby Kale

Roasted Yukon Gold Potato Wedges: Cumin, Aleppo Pepper. Sea Salt, EVO, Smoked Paprika (V/GF)

Chicken Salad: Poached Chicken w/ Cherry Tomatoes, Scallions, Cellery, Lemon Zest Apple Cider Mayonnaise on Little Leaf Greens (GF)

Grilled Chicken Breast: Fresh Thyme, Lemon Zest, Honey, EVO, Garlic, Aleppo Pepper, Smoked Paprika, Black Pepper and Sea Salt (DF/GF)

Crispy Lemon Chicken : After 11:30

*PLEASE RELAY ANY ALLERGEN INFORMATION BEFORE ORDERING** CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER-COOKED MEAT POULTRY, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH, OR EGGS MAY INCREASE RISK OF FOOD-BORNE ILLNESS

Flank Steak w/ Sumac, Maple, Aleppo Pepper, Sumac Red Wine, EVO (DF/GF)

Salmon Pan Seared: Cilantro, Cumin, Garlic, Lime (DF/GF)

Green Beans Vinaigrette w/ Raw Honey and Apple Cider Vinaigrette
(V/ GF)

Salad : Little Leaf Greens, Baby Kale, Toasted Walnuts, Granny Smith Apples, Blueberries & Crumbled VT Goat Cheese :
Cookster Apple Cider Raw Honey Vinaigrette on the Side (GF/V)

DESSERT:

Brownies: Chocolaty Rich Bittersweet Belgium Chocolate w English Flaked Sea Salt

Congo Bars: Coconut, Pecans, Belgium Bittersweet Caribbean Chocolate, English Flaked Sea Salt, Dulce de Leche, and a Graham Cracker Brown Butter Crust

PLEASE RELAY ANY ALLERGEN INFORMATION BEFORE ORDERING ** CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER-COOKED MEATS & POULTRY, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH, OR EGGS MAY INCREASE RISK OF FOOD-BORNE ILLNESS

05/22/2026

HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND! WE WILL BE CLOSING TODAY AT 6:00PM AND REOPENING TUESDAY AT 11:00 AM - ENJOY THE SUN TODAY AND YOUR WEEKEND!

Address

1 Lamere Square
Ludlow, VT
05149

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 6pm
Tuesday 11am - 6pm
Wednesday 11am - 6pm
Thursday 11am - 6pm
Friday 11am - 6pm

Telephone

+18022284983

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