10/19/2023
As I am such a fan of local food makers and also of doing what I can to help keep myself, my family, and my listeners and other friends healthy, I am psyched to have Needham Nutrition as a new neighbor! Located right across the street from my friends at… Read more
10/05/2023
When I lived in Harvard Square many moons ago, I basically lived in the cozy confines of the legendary, literarily-themed eatery known as Grendel’s Den. When I recently visited the Square to promote my book on the Ivy League (www.lionstigersbulldogs.com), I had the chance to return to Grendel’s and to… Read more
09/15/2023
While the end of September may not be prime time for island goers, there are still many reasons to escape to Nantucket during the so-called shoulder season. In addition to having opportunity to find private hideaways and to get to know the people who truly make Nantucket what it is… Read more
09/01/2023
While the popularity of organic and plant-based foods (thankfully) continues to grow, it is not always possible for people to access such privileged produce. Fortunately, a locally-based chain is adding links to new communities to help more people benefit from our abundant bounty. With a mission of energizing the vitality… Read more
08/03/2023
Though I am a HUGE fan of the award-winning North Street Grille and South Street Diner in Boston (both of which were recently chosen as Boston’s best breakfast places by Good Morning America), it is good to know that there is an great place to start the day in the… Read more
07/28/2023
Capital Grille coming to Dedham August 11 I have been a fan of Capital Grille for many years. In fact, my family and I have been marking my father’s birthday there for over a decade, And while we have no problem traveling to Chestnut Hill or Burlington for such special… Read more
07/28/2023
As a fan of diners and of local establishments with long histories, I have long been a regular at Johnny’s Luncheonette. For over 30 years, Johnny’s has been a staple of the Newton Centre community, drawing people in from far and wide and catering to such legends as David Mamet… Read more
07/24/2023
Well, it is official- As we have long known, now all of America knows that North Street Grill does have the best breakfast in Boston! In fact, it has been certified by no less an authority than the nation’s #1 breakfast-time program Good Morning America. A few weeks ago, North… Read more
07/24/2023
In its never-ending quest to give area food, wine, and entertainment fans what they want, City Winery is offering a new program that will bring all of these and more to more people than ever by encouraging what some may say is the sadly lost art of of sharing. As… Read more
07/24/2023
Before I wrote about food, I wrote about Shakespeare and have been a fan for many years. I teach about him in most of my English classes and see every production I can. Among my favorites is the story of Macbeth- the noble lord who climbs to the heights of… Read more
