02/23/2026
I started Matt's Meals to help individual food makers, especially those who are facing challenges beyond their control. During Covid, many of the people that we promoted told me that I basically saved their business, and that really was the most gratifying response I could ever receive. These days, a… Read more
02/12/2026
Apparently, the Atkins Diet is dead- at least in Newton! From French treats at Antoine’s and Tous les Jours to focaccia pizzas at Salt to the latest line-down-the-block creation at Làkon, and the ever-more-ubiquitous (but always delicious) Tatte, there are plenty of places to satisfy carbohydrate cravings. Perhaps it is… Read more
11/01/2025
I was recently in Harvard Square promoting my book about the Ivy League when I came upon a refrigerator outside the church on Mass Ave and Church Street. Apparently, it was there so people could donate not only canned foods and such for those in need, but also fresh food.… Read more
07/07/2025
Big news for our old friends at IQBAR! While they have long offered the best clean ingredient-based brain-boosting products around, IQBAR recently inked a partnership deal with none other than culinary genius Thomas Keller! In addition to being the first and only American-born chef to hold multiple three-star ratings from the… Read more
07/07/2025
In a blatant example of self-promotion, I am happy to announce that I will be interviewing Harvard Medical School’s own Dr. Sanjiv Chopra at Drip Café on Tuesday, June 17 at noon as the first of a series of author interviews based upon my popular author talk show, “The Writer’s… Read more
04/01/2025
It’s been a bit since I talked about an event at City Winery, but I just found out that singer/songwriter/guitarist Janie Barnett is coming on April 17 for a special show. Not only will the show be special in that it will feature the timeless music of the legendary Cole Porter… 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
03/04/2025
It’s March, which means Mardi Gras is coming. And ‘round Boston, that means two things- Shaun Wortis’ Mardi Gras party is in the works and the Revolutionary Snake Ensemble will be on the move. While I wait for Shaun’s latest hootenanny, I am looking forward to going to Scullers Jazz… Read more
12/07/2024
We have often spoken about how Sol Sidell has used his South Street Diner near South Station to host special events that bring the community together. From hot dog parties when the Sox season starts to fundraisers for various groups and organizations (including Boston Senior Home Care, for whom he… Read more
10/23/2024
I have raved about the progressive programs offered at the New England Culinary Arts Training (NECAT) and recently had the privilege of returning to their main facility to share delicious food and encouraging stories with their students and staff. In honor of their many Caribbean-born students, the menu included intriguing… Read more
