Written by Isabella Aranda Garcia
Describe your business in three words.
Lively. Enchanting. Versatile.
What’s your dream customer reaction?
The acknowledgement of the expansion of the business. We started as a small orchard and farm store. Now we are much larger, and doing so many more things than just apple picking in the fall. We host a ton of events all year round, as well as rent out our space for private events.
What’s something your business does differently than anyone else?
All of our Hardscrabble Ciders are made, canned and packaged on the property.
What’s the one thing your business couldn’t function without?
Our general manager.
What’s one thing people often say when they first walk in?
“Wow, look at this place!”
What’s the unsung hero of your business?
A golf cart or John Deere Gator.
What’s a word or phrase customers often use to describe your business—and do you agree?
“I love this place”—for all the reasons people love us; yes, I do agree. We are a family place that offers things to do for the locals. We have great food, great products and great events.
What is your most popular item/service?
By far our apple cider donuts.
Address: 130 Hardscrabble Rd, North Salem, NY 10560
Phone number: (914) 485-1210
Website: harvestmoonfarmandorchard.com
This article was published in the January/February 2026 edition of Connect to Northern Westchester.
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Isabella Aranda is a designer, writer and social media specialist with an M.A. in emerging media from the New Media Institute at the Grady College of Journalism & Mass Communication. Driven by curiosity and inspired by timeless modern design, she blends creativity and strategy to craft compelling narratives that engage diverse audiences.
Her expertise spans digital marketing, content creation and UX design, with notable achievements such as co-creating the Georgia On Your Mind podcast and leading digital campaigns that significantly boosted engagement. A Venezuelan immigrant, Isabella brings a multicultural perspective to her work, enhancing her ability to connect with and inspire others.
