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 of offerings runs from the […]
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, palm oil-free, non-GMO chocolate, RED
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 our region’s greatest delicacies –
While the Bruins have been said to win just because they play, Boston has another professional hockey team with a proud tradition- The Boston Pride. Having thrice won the Isobel Cup (which is the championship trophy named for Lord Frederick Arthur Stanley’s daughter), Boston’s Premier Hockey Federation women’s league team is bringing more fans to Warrior Arena
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. For people who want to
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 not tried before, so I
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 an effort to at least
Though apple picking season may be a bit behind us, that does not mean it is too late for great cider (as if it were ever!). That is why I was so excited to hear all that is going on in one of my favorite cider sources- Champlain Orchards! While they are celebrating 25 years
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 enjoy a last drink on
For many years, I have been talking about great places to get coffee. Perhaps the best place, however, is Africa, which is commonly considered the birthplace of coffee. If you want to get a great taste of some of the oldest and best coffees in the world, the African Coffee Club is a great place
