As the list of participants in my Vetrepreneurs© column continues to grow, I wanted to focus attention on some proud Veterans who have chosen to serve after their tours by serving great food and drink. Arch Watkins and Mark McLaughlin are former Navy pilots who ended up stationed in the same squadron in Baltimore. When […]
It’s Chanukah again and that can mean only one thing on Matt’s Meals- a mention of our favorite shmearing shamash- Steve Peljovich! I know that we talk about Steve a ton, but when your food is so good and you do so much good for the community, you deserve all the support you can get
As my fans know, I love chocolate! At this time of year in particular, however, there is certainly such a thing as too much of a good thing (no matter how good it may be)! That is why I am so grateful to have found a company called KLEIO who offer a sweet gift that is perfect
As so many people in the world seem to be more interested in dissention and division than unity these days, it is more important than ever for those who are so inclined (which is hopefully most of us!) to come together, especially in this season of giving and spiritual renewal. And what better means of
Though it is one of the nation’s oldest and most storied hotels, the Copley Square Hotel continues to innovate to engage and enchant new generations of guests. Among the most profound parts of the most recent renovation of the former home of the legendary Storyville Jazz Club and Café Budapest is the opening of HuE.
From our many discussions of Michael’s Deli and the Gefilteria, fans of Matt’s Meals get a sense that one of my favorite types of food is deli. That is why I am so excited to check out the exhibit at the New York Historical Society which is entitled with some (kosher) tongue-in-cheek “I’ll Have What She’s Having.” While
I have discussed kombucha many times before, and yet I know many people who are still reticent to try it as it apparently has too much fizzy bit (often called “funkiness”) for them. To them, I say, “Fieldstone”! Fieldstone Kombucha is fermented just like any other brand, but somehow the founder has figured out a
A few months ago, I thanked the gods of food that the Donut Villa Diner had doubled in size from its original location in Malden to a new spot in Cambridge. Apparently, the gods heard me because the donut-forward eatery recently added a third Villa in Newton! And while the donuts are among the best
Now that we are (hopefully) visiting others for the holidays it is time once again to get gifts for them all! As usual, our friends at Boston Public Market have everything we (and everyone we know) could ask for…and more! From gifts to groceries and treats to trimming, BPM makes holiday prep easy. And not
As Matt’s Meals fans know, I love independent makers and I LOVE condiments! Among my favorite food friends in this relished realm are J. Lee’s Sauces and True Made Foods (both of which are also run by Veterans!), and more local legends like Spicy Shark and American Vinegar Works. Recently, I came upon a new
