04/01/2025
As Matt’s Meals fans know, I am a HUGE fan of My Grandma’s Coffee Cake and pick up a few for myself and my dear friends whenever I can. While I am not a fan of TV shopping, I have been VERY tempted of late to go on QVC to… Read more
03/04/2025
As I recently hosted an episode of "Belmont Business Report" that was produced by Belmont Media Center about Art’s Specialties, I figured it would be appropriate to revisit them for Matt’s Meals as well! In addition to opening his latest store in Cambridge with more on the way, Art has also… Read more
03/04/2025
While Passover may best be known as a story of slavery, there is a sweetness and sustenance to the Spring holiday that help keep more people participating than in any other Jewish holiday.In an effort to up the ante, chocolatier Sarah Shapiro of Wild Child Chocolate in Somerville has combined… Read more
02/13/2025
In addition to offering protein, fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and essential vitamins and minerals, flaxseed may help lower the risk of cancer, help maintain weight, and reduce cholesterol and blood pressure.While some take issue with its gritty texture and bland taste, those excuses are going by the wayside, thanks to a… Read more
02/13/2025
Though I have been hanging out at Cambridgeside since it was known as the Galleria and Lechmere was more than just a stop on the recently-expanded green line, I had never considered it a place to go to eat. Recently, however, that has changed with the opening of CanalSide Food… Read more
02/13/2025
In the olden days, Valentine’s Day was traditionally a time for men to make amends for past infractions of the love code by plying their paramours with roadside flowers and drug store candy. Fortunately, times have changed! These days, the gifts can come and go both ways and the range… Read more
12/07/2024
While Chanukah is officially “late” this year (starting on December 25), the folks at The Charles Hotel are already getting into the spirit with the return of the Maccabee Bar pop-up at Noir. Through New Years Day, the street-level bar and nosherie will get totally lit (with safety-conscious digital candles, of… Read more
12/07/2024
We have spoken often about the medicinal benefits of chocolate (as demonstrated by our friends at the flavonoid-packed FlavaNaturals), but at this time of year, the sweet treat can have the added benefit of making you feel warm and cozy inside and out. That is why I am so glad… Read more
12/07/2024
In my constant search to find great places to find great food made by great people from our great community (and beyond), I recently came upon a place – actually a series of places – that not only sells some of my favorite brands that I’ve talked about before (some MANY times!),… Read more
10/23/2024
I was recently back at Boston Public Market for their annual Harvest Party and there is a lot of news to share! In addition to hosting one of the largest pumpkins in the area, the carnival-themed fair offered guests opportunities to try their luck at various games and to enjoy… Read more
