As I recently hosted an episode of “Belmont Business Report“ that was produced by Belmont Media Center about Art’s Specialties, I figured it would be appropriate to revisit them for Matt’s Meals as well! In addition to opening his latest store in Cambridge with more on the way, Art has also been brewing his own coffee […]
While Passover may best be known as a story of slavery, there is a sweetness and sustenance to the Spring holiday that help keep more people participating than in any other Jewish holiday. In an effort to up the ante, chocolatier Sarah Shapiro of Wild Child Chocolate in Somerville has combined her passion for single-origin
In addition to offering protein, fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and essential vitamins and minerals, flaxseed may help lower the risk of cancer, help maintain weight, and reduce cholesterol and blood pressure. While some take issue with its gritty texture and bland taste, those excuses are going by the wayside, thanks to a bakery called Flax 4
Though I have been hanging out at Cambridgeside since it was known as the Galleria and Lechmere was more than just a stop on the recently-expanded green line, I had never considered it a place to go to eat. Recently, however, that has changed with the opening of CanalSide Food & Drink at CambridgeSide. Anchored
In the olden days, Valentine’s Day was traditionally a time for men to make amends for past infractions of the love code by plying their paramours with roadside flowers and drug store candy. Fortunately, times have changed! These days, the gifts can come and go both ways and the range of quality options that are
While Chanukah is officially “late” this year (starting on December 25), the folks at The Charles Hotel are already getting into the spirit with the return of the Maccabee Bar pop-up at Noir. Through New Years Day, the street-level bar and nosherie will get totally lit (with safety-conscious digital candles, of course) and offering sufganiyot (basically
We have spoken often about the medicinal benefits of chocolate (as demonstrated by our friends at the flavonoid-packed FlavaNaturals), but at this time of year, the sweet treat can have the added benefit of making you feel warm and cozy inside and out. That is why I am so glad to announce that our friends
In my constant search to find great places to find great food made by great people from our great community (and beyond), I recently came upon a place – actually a series of places – that not only sells some of my favorite brands that I’ve talked about before (some MANY times!), but also a huge selection
I was recently back at Boston Public Market for their annual Harvest Party and there is a lot of news to share! In addition to hosting one of the largest pumpkins in the area, the carnival-themed fair offered guests opportunities to try their luck at various games and to enjoy free samples from many of
While I do everything I can to stay healthy, sometimes, I just need a cookie! And while I love helping support the work done by Collettey’s and serving my gluten-free friends Mightylicious treats or dropping by Crumbl or Levain for a decadent treat, I am very much looking forward to the latest locations of Chip
