I was recently back on my old stomping grounds of Harvard Square to promote my book on the Ivy League (www.lionstigersbulldogs.com) and, after visiting my old friends at Grendel’s for a delicious meal, I dropped by my other friends at Bonde wines for an after-dinner drink and a bit of oenophilic education. In addition to […]
When I lived in Harvard Square many moons ago, I basically lived in the cozy confines of the legendary, literarily-themed eatery known as Grendel’s Den. When I recently visited the Square to promote my book on the Ivy League (www.lionstigersbulldogs.com), I had the chance to return to Grendel’s and to remind myself of all that
It is harvest season in New England and that means it is time for some AMAZING food festivals! In addition to the Commonwealth Kitchen Food Show October 5 and the Harvest Party at Boston Public Market October 12, there is also the Boston Vegetarian Society’s Veg Food Fest on October 14 and 15 at the
It’s been a while since I talked about Boston Public Market, but that doesn’t mean that I’ve forgotten of my favorite food makers. For those of you who know, it’s an amazing place to see what is new and best about our local bounty. But those of you who still may not have been there’s
SCOOP ALERT! SCOOP ALERT! While I look forward to the Harvest Party at Boston Public Market October 12, I am also anticipating a delicious time with our creative friends at Commonwealth Kitchen when they host their 2023 Food Show on October 5. As the creative center for such local legends as AMG Snacks, Crooked Stick
Though there is little pleasure to be taken in the high temperatures of what is traditionally a time of cooling and slowing down (especially when you consider the source of the scorch), we in New England are especially privileged to have the bounty of fall produce and people who know what to do with it
While the end of September may not be prime time for island goers, there are still many reasons to escape to Nantucket during the so-called shoulder season. In addition to having opportunity to find private hideaways and to get to know the people who truly make Nantucket what it is (i.e., the locals), the end
As if working from home were not hectic enough, many of us are now responsible for children who no longer have the benefits of school to enjoy while they leave us in peace for a few precious hours. That is why I am such a fan of our local friends at Atomic Coffee Roasters! Starting
Well, it is official- As we have long known, now all of America knows that North Street Grill does have the best breakfast in Boston! In fact, it has been certified by no less an authority than the nation’s #1 breakfast-time program Good Morning America. A few weeks ago, North Street ‘s Robin Sidell went
In its never-ending quest to give area food, wine, and entertainment fans what they want, City Winery is offering a new program that will bring all of these and more to more people than ever by encouraging what some may say is the sadly lost art of of sharing. As part of their new “Pairing
