03/23/2024
As it was once called the Athens of America, it makes sense that Boston is at the forefront of the Greek revival that appears to be running through the restaurant space like an Olympic (or Boston) marathoner. And while many popular places have followed, the Farm Grille & Rotisserie in… Read more
01/10/2024
I lived on the North Shore of Boston for many years and, though I have an ancient photo of my grandfather in front of the famed fisherman statue, the closest I ever came to Gloucester was a box of Gorton’s fish sticks. These days, between the amazing fermented foods from… Read more
01/10/2024
As I have been talking about food so long, I am comfortable saying again that, especially at this time of year, I often find myself drinking the amazing Maple products from Cochrane’s and UnTapped straight from the bottle, but I recently found another direct-to-mouth product of which I cannot get… Read more
01/10/2024
With all that’s going on in the Middle East, many are being discouraged to use many of the life-improving inventions that have come from the region. Fortunately, the food is still too good to ignore! In addition to Tzurit Or of Tatte, fans in MA can also enjoy the sweet… Read more
01/10/2024
Though you may not know it from looking outside, it’s apparently ski season…somewhere. It is also five o’clock somewhere too! That is why I was so stoked to find Backcountry Cocktails - a collection of White Mountain-inspired, beautifully-depicted recipes that are perfect for before, after, or instead of skiing, hiking, or any… Read more
01/10/2024
While I admittedly talk a better food game than I create, I still like to learn. That is why I was so bummed when Create-a-Cook closed and why I am so excited to see the space being revamped as Third Space Kitchen & Events. I recently met owner Eric Brown… Read more
11/29/2023
Our food community is made up of not only some of the most talented chefs and restaurateurs but also some of the most giving! From Steve Peljovich at Michael’s Deli to Karen Masterson at Johnny’s Luncheonette to Jeanie Gruber at Wish Dish, the list of food makers and food sellers who… Read more
11/29/2023
As a proud Penn Quaker who has written a book about the Ivy League and who tutored Philadelphia students as captain of the Penn boxing team and director of the Boxing Scholarship Foundation, I was thrilled to hear that some younger alumni were carrying on the proud Penn tradition of… Read more
11/29/2023
We have used many words for food over the years, but here are two I have not heard together before- jelly and alcohol! I have been a fan of PB&J since I was a kid, but now that I am…older, I sometimes seek a more sophisticated sweetener for my legumated… Read more
11/29/2023
As we try to stay on the forefront of consumer desires, we talk a good deal about the latest in gluten-free options. Among our recent scoops have been Mightylicious cookies, the latest Celiac-friendly faves at Kane’s Donuts, and the newest tummy-friendly temptations at South Street Diner. While gluten-free foods remain… Read more
