Author name: Matt Robinson

Alcohol Beer

Harpoon Serves Those Who Serve

I have often spoken about how Harpoon beer supports other local food friends and the community by partnering with the legendary likes of Mike’s Pastry and Flour Bakery and has even offered new ways for their fans to relax with their no-alcohol Rec. series (which includes their premiere THC-infused beer known as Rec. Weed). Thus

Desserts

Head to the Lake for Valentine’s Day

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

Alcohol Beverages

Ole Smoky keeps getting Smoky-er

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,

Desserts

The (Choc-)Allure of Valentine’s Day

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

Restaurants

Burning (Lost) Love

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

Beverages Wine

Bonde-ing with Wine

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

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