It appears that a local seafood restaurant may soon return to old tricks, ready to stir up a hornet's nest of controversy with another blacklisted seafood dinner. But this dinner is sure to raise far more outcry than the previous one. There will certainly be loud cries of outrage, as well as renewed calls for boycotts, and National Geographic may be partially responsible for this matter.Though the blacklisted dinner has not yet been confirmed, their public relations team has been reaching out tentative feelers to try to gauge the potential impact...
Saturday, 31 March 2012
Friday, 30 March 2012
Sales of Massachusetts wines in 2011 increased by an amazing 66%! What is responsible for this astounding growth? A recent study seems to indicate that it is due to the new ability of local wineries to sell their products at farmers' markets and agricultural events.On August 5, 2010, Governor Deval Patrick signed S2582: An Act Relative to Economic Development Reorganization, which permitted local wineries to sell wine at farmers markets, fairs and festivals. I have always supported this law, and it has been great to visit local farmers' markets...
Thursday, 29 March 2012
I am back again with a new edition of Thursday Sips & Nibbles, my regular column where I briefly highlight some interesting wine and food items that I have encountered recently.**********************************************************1) "Let’s face it, you think China is a place shrouded in mystery and you want to know more! What’s the deal with the “year of the animal” thing? How does feng shui actually work? What is the difference between Taoism, Buddhism and Confucianism and how can it be applied to your everyday life?"Learn all you...
Wednesday, 28 March 2012
While exploring Central Square in Cambridge, I found Thelonious Monkfish, a restaurant that specializes in Sushi, Japanese and Thai food. They state that their tagline is "Jazz for the Palate because we love to jam on Asian culinary themes." I looked at the menu in the window and it was a short list of small plates which sounded enticing, so I figured I would stop in and try a few things.The restaurant is long and narrow, with a row of tables...
Tuesday, 27 March 2012
“Simplicity is the glory of expression.”--Walt WhitmanSometimes we take the simple for granted, desirous of the more complex, the more intricate and involved. With food, simple dishes often get ignored in favor of more complicated and sophisticated meals. Comfort food, which is usually a simple meal, may be savored but often does not receive the same respect as haute cuisine. The Japanese seem to better understand the value, and even beauty, of simple...
Monday, 26 March 2012
Key the theme music to Jaws...Conservationists estimate that as many as 100 million sharks are slaughtered each year, primarily for just their fins. There is a dispute as to the actual number, with the lowest figure around 25 million. Because of this massive slaughter, it is thought that some shark species could have decreased by more than 75%. In a process called "shark finning," fishermen, while at sea, will catch sharks, remove their fins, and...
Friday, 23 March 2012
If your son was dying of cancer, what would you do to save him?I have taken a big step, self-publishing a new short story for the Kindle. I have always loved writing fiction, and have previously posted five of my food & wine related tales on my blog. I have written plenty of other fiction that has yet to be posted anywhere. It is time to take the next step, to start publishing my work and the advent of the e-book has made that more accessible....
Thursday, 22 March 2012
I am back again with a new edition of Thursday Sips & Nibbles, my regular column where I briefly highlight some interesting wine and food items that I have encountered recently.**********************************************************1) For Easter Sunday, Tryst in Arlington will be extending its Sunday brunch hours from 10am-3pm on Sunday, April 8, to offer diners a special two course, prix fixe brunch menu for $22 per person (tax and gratuity not included) . Guests will indulge in specialty items such as Lemon & Ricotta...
Wednesday, 21 March 2012
From Sweet Potato Biscuits to Rum, the pleasures of local businesses. The New England Food Show took place at the same time and location as the International Boston Seafood Show and though I devoted plenty of time to the seafood show, I made some time to check out the exhibit booths at the NE Food Show. This was a trade show, much of it devoted to the food services industry, and you could find everything from water dispensers to flatware, from cutlery...
Tuesday, 20 March 2012
"What is better than to sit at the end of the day and drink wine with friends, or substitutes for friends?"--James JoyceI am back with another volume in my new series, Authors, Alcohol & Accolades. Volume 1, Volume 2, Volume 3 and Volume 4 each showcased four of my favorite authors, and I have returned to highlight four more, and to delve into their drinks of choice. I have found this to provide a fascinating glimpse into the life of the writers...
Monday, 19 March 2012
"You must trust and believe in people or life becomes impossible."--Anton ChekhovSometimes trust takes time to build and develop, while other times, trust is given merely because of one's position. In such a case, it is assumed that the position automatically comes with the requisite knowledge and experience, even though that might not be the actuality. The assumption creates a responsibility for that person to live up to the perceived trust. In time, that assumed trust can be shattered if the person bearing the position proves unworthy, destroying...
Friday, 16 March 2012
I am back with a special Friday edition of Sips & Nibbles, my regular column where I briefly highlight some interesting wine and food items that I have encountered recently. There are lots of upcoming events so wanted to showcase some of the most interesting ones.**********************************************************1) The American Diabetes Association is planning an Alert Day on Tuesday, March 27. This one-day call to action asks people to determine their risk for developing Type 2 diabetes through the Diabetes Risk Test available...
Thursday, 15 March 2012
I am back again with a new edition of Thursday Sips & Nibbles, my regular column where I briefly highlight some interesting wine and food items that I have encountered recently.**********************************************************1) The Greater Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce announces the line-up of 49 restaurants participating in Restaurant Week Portsmouth & the Seacoast, March 22-31. “We are delighted by the restaurants and chefs who have committed to creating wonderful Restaurant Week menus with lots of options at an incredible...
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