09/08/2024
I recently had the privilege of sharing my book on the Ivy League (www.lionstigersbulldogs.com) at the beautiful Barnes & Noble in Natick, MA (and will present it at B&N in Dedham September 14). And while I was thrilled to see a real bookstore doing so well and to meet all the… Read more
08/29/2024
As I also teach at the Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office. I have a special place in my heart for individuals who face challenges in their lives and figure out ways to overcome them and for organizations that help them do it. That is why I was so gratified to be… Read more
06/09/2024
I know that there are few people we talk about more than Steve Peljovich of Michael’s Deli in Brookline. However, as this meat-minded mensch just ran through another Relay for Life to raise funds for the American Cancer Society and is also celebrating his 13th year as the King of Corned… Read more
06/09/2024
Before inclusion and diversity were buzzwords, Boston’s Queen of Connection Colette Phillips was forging relationships across neighborhoods, aisles, and other barriers- both real and perceived. On July 30, Boston’s savviest soiree-ers and supporters will gather at Big Night Live to celebrate her pioneering work and the contributions of her Get… Read more
06/09/2024
I recently raved about the new farmers market that is being hosted on Thursday afternoons by Boston Public Market on the Rose Kennedy Greenway between Milk Street and India Street. As usual, there is even more food news coming from inside the Market- This time having to do with a… Read more
06/09/2024
As Matt’s Meals fans know, there’s always good stuff going on at Boston Public Market! Before I get to the latest news. I wanted to take a moment to thank the folks at Q’s Nuts for sending the delicious assortment for my guests when I interviewed Jordan Rich at the… Read more
03/23/2024
Though I grew up in the Merrimack Valley, my writing career first took root when I lived in Marblehead. And when you consider that my family shopped at Shubie’s all the time, it may be no surprise that I now write about great independent food makers. As they have been… Read more
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
