Many years ago, I sang the praises of a great restaurant just outside of Boston called Brothers. It not only offered great food made by – you guessed it – a set of brothers, but it also featured amazing music by two of the most talented brothers in the area – Bill and Bo Winiker. […]
After a four-year hiatus (thanks to your old friend COVID), the Greater Boston Food Bank is proud to re-present their fabulous Fresh Fest on May 17 from 6-9 PM at High Street Place which is quickly becoming a go-to spot for foodies in Boston- especially those who do not want to have to pick just
Vermont is lovely this time of year (as it is at all times of year)! And while I continue to sing the praises of Champlain Orchards and their amazing (and expanding) menu of fruity-offerings (including some of my favorite ciders – which is saying something!), if there’s one thing I like to use their ciders
While I am admittedly a lightweight when it comes to adult beverages, (which is both ironic and difficult when you consider all the great drinks that I am asked to try…and then talk coherently about!), it is hard not to love the many great tastes from my favorite moonshiners at Ole Smoky Distillery. In the morning,
I know that I have said it before, but I LOVE Donut Villa. And though the name may not do justice to the amazing and amazingly varied menu (all of which is, as I said, amazing!), the fact that the name has stuck for over 50 years and what started as one donut-forward store in
People say Valentine’s Day is just for lovers. I say it’s just for chocolate! As evidence, I submit the latest creations from one of my favorite Israeli imports (along with Galit’s and BonaPita) – my Needham neighbor Liron Pergament-Gal of ChocAllure. Not only are her sweets some of the most artistically beautiful around (to the
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 catch you all up and
Many people see Valentine’s Day as a day to celebrate their love and festoon their beloved with gifts and romantic expressions. Others, however, see it as a day of pain and heartbreak when old loves come back to haunt like a delayed Halloween with all the candy and tricks but none of the treats. For
After enjoying a successful set of chef chats and other food-related events, restaurateur and renowned sommelier Bertil Jean-Chronberg is expanding the offerings at his Harvard Square food and wine emporium Bonde (with an “e”). Among the options will be Wednesday night wine and food pairings that will feature everything from Indian cuisine and poutine to pizza
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 a company that offers pre-measured
