While we have lost some great places in recent months (including Latina in my now native Needham), one of my favorite haunts from a lifetime ago is back and better than ever! When I started my writing career, Davis Square in Somerville was a regular stop. And when I was not reviewing music at Johnny […]
As temperatures drop, those of us who still want to dine al fresco are finding fewer options and opportunities. Fortunately, one of Newbury Street’s hottest hot spots is doing all it can to keep you warm even when the weather is not. As the overseer of one of the biggest patios in Boston, Eva has made its
Living in Needham, I am blessed with tons of great places to eat! And while I mourn the loss of Latina, I still love digging into pizza at Hearth, dining at The Farm House, hanging at Blue on Highland, and spending time with the Winiker Brothers at Cook, and I am now looking forward to
With all that’s going on in the Middle East, many are being discouraged to use many of the life-improving inventions that have come from the region. Fortunately, the food is still too good to ignore! In addition to Tzurit Or of Tatte, fans in MA can also enjoy the sweet creations of Liron Pergament Gal’s Choc-allure
Though you may not know it from looking outside, it’s apparently ski season…somewhere. It is also five o’clock somewhere too! That is why I was so stoked to find Backcountry Cocktails – a collection of White Mountain-inspired, beautifully-depicted recipes that are perfect for before, after, or instead of skiing, hiking, or any other exterior exertions. Written by
While I admittedly talk a better food game than I create, I still like to learn. That is why I was so bummed when Create-a-Cook closed and why I am so excited to see the space being revamped as Third Space Kitchen & Events. I recently met owner Eric Brown and found that he also
As Matt’s Meals fans know, I am a BIG cider fan who has been fortunate enough to find favorites far and wide- from Austin Eastciders in TX to Champlain Orchards and Stowe Cider in VT to Angry Orchard, Nine Pin, Hudson North, and Left Bank in upstate NY (not to mention Canada’s Sober Carpenter for
In the Boston area, we are fortunate to host some of the best cultural institutions in the world and some of the best food as well. One of the venues that combines these two blessings is the Museum of Fine Arts, which has long been considered one of the greatest art collections in the world.
Our food community is made up of not only some of the most talented chefs and restaurateurs but also some of the most giving! From Steve Peljovich at Michael’s Deli to Karen Masterson at Johnny’s Luncheonette to Jeanie Gruber at Wish Dish, the list of food makers and food sellers who often give away more than
As a proud Penn Quaker who has written a book about the Ivy League and who tutored Philadelphia students as captain of the Penn boxing team and director of the Boxing Scholarship Foundation, I was thrilled to hear that some younger alumni were carrying on the proud Penn tradition of town and gown community support
