I was recently at my favorite independent bookstore – Blue Bunny in Dedham Square – and, lo and behold, there was a sign in the window proudly proclaiming that my book – Lions, Tigers, and…Bulldogs? – was for sale! I was so excited that I ran across the street to one of my favorite farm-to-table […]
I was recently in Harvard Square promoting my book about the Ivy League when I came upon a refrigerator outside the church on Mass Ave and Church Street. Apparently, it was there so people could donate not only canned foods and such for those in need, but also fresh food. Especially as I work closely
Though I am admittedly a bit of a dilettante who does everything from talk about food on the radio to interview authors on TV to write my own books to teach at a prison and on and on, I still hold fast to the premise that it is often best to do one thing and
With COVID and inflation and tariffs, a lot of people in the restaurant space have been paying more than their share. And few have been more drastically impacted than our brave immigrant brothers and sisters. That is why I was so gratified to find the hard-working team behind the Welcome Project in Somerville when I
The dining scene in Boston is roaring back and the latest jewel in the downtown crown is the Vermilion Club Steakhouse and Cocktail Bar– a restaurant and lounge located in the Winthrop Center in the heart of the Financial District that is now being helmed by Chef Justin Urso. With a pedigree that includes such
For many years, King’s has been known for fun food and great bowling. I am such a fan that I hosted my own 50th birthday there and had an amazing time in one of their private rooms! Now King’s in Back Bay is opening a new special cover-free room at 50 Dalton Street on Friday through
Having recently raved about Saltie Girl in Boston’s Back Bay, I was intrigued to learn that their star chef Sebastian Zuluaga had been poached by another favorite eatery. Though it has been a Seaport staple for 10 years, Committee has never been one to rest on its significant Greek laurels. The hiring of Chef Zuluaga is
As native Bostonians, the Wahlberg boys know what their friends and neighbors love and have always striven wicked hahd to give it to ‘em. The latest example of this hometown heroism is Wahlburger’s pepperoni smash- a limited edition smashburger that features two 100% Angus beef patties, crispy julienne pepperoni, melted provolone cheese, and Chef Paul
The following message is only for people who observe Passover and for people who want delicious healthy food every day in April. The vegetarian eatery Pure Cold Press is celebrating 10 years by serving food that is kosher for Passover on April 10, 11, 15, 16, 17, and 18. As anyone who makes their house
When I started my writing career 30 years ago, one of the first people I met was Russ Gershon – a polymath artist/producer/music teacher/record label head who has remained a friend through all these years Now that I’m writing about food, it seemed only natural to promote Russ’s jazz trio (featuring Rick McLaughlin on bass and
