02/01/2023
Many moons ago, I sang the praises of a restaurant and ice cream shop in Hudson, MA, that offered everything from amazing pizzas to an authentic speakeasy (complete with a secret password!) to incredible ice cream…and MORE! Since last we lauded, a lot has been happening, so I wanted to… Read more
02/01/2023
I love bread in all of its many forms- from challah to sticks to toast. Among one of my partners in this passion has been our old fried Chris Wysong at Bucket of Bread. In addition to being a brave Veteran, Wysong is also a value-based entrepreneur who has created… Read more
02/01/2023
In addition to being a huge fan of condiments, I am also a devoted spice lover. One of my oldest friends in the spice space is Boston Spice. Born out of Steven Bortnick’s basement in South Easton (where he still hand-mixes and packs his spice selections), Boston Spice’s ever-expanding menu… Read more
02/01/2023
By now, I have gone on and on about Valentine’s Day and chocolate and realize that it may be getting a little fattening even to listen to. Still, there is one of our favorite makers that deserves yet another mention- RED Chocolate. As the first (or at least best) no-sugar-added,… Read more
02/01/2023
During the recent Royal visit to Boston, many people wondered about who the Royals were wearing, where they were staying, with whom were they meeting, etc. Perhaps not as many pay attention to what they were eating. If this were the case, they would have missed out a one of… Read more
02/01/2023
At this time of year, a lot of people talk about sweet treats like chocolate. And while I too am guilty of promoting such things, I at least take some solace in the fact that the brands I promote are primarily family-run and all made with fresh and healthy ingredients.… Read more
02/01/2023
I have long been a fan of Farm Grill in Newton and its sister store, the Greek International Market in Boston. The only problem I have with them is that, no matter what I try when I visit either place, there is always something new and amazing that I have… Read more
02/01/2023
While fall is typically considered a time for Harvest, when it comes to enjoying the bounty that results, Harvest in Harvard Square has been a staple for decades. As my book is about the Ivy League, I have been hanging around Harvard a good deal of late and always make… Read more
02/01/2023
As Boston’s swanky Seaport continues to become overburdened (and apparently begins to sink!), it is reassuring to know that there is a great hotel called Yotel where you can eat and drink and even stay right at the entry (or exit) point so you can ease your way in or… Read more
12/20/2022
Though I firmly believe that most golf courses should be used for low-income housing, I am a fan of the miniature edition. Unfortunately, around New England, the “putt-putt” season is relatively short. That is why I was psyched to find a place where I can play regardless of the weather… Read more
