i have been cooking for others for a very long time. food is love, and i’m a very loving person. … More
Category: food
fondue
i am craving cheese and chocolate fondue. Wine Cellar, Boston. 2008.
don’t fear the weird.
My culinary upbringing was fairly normal for someone raised by an English cook: meat in gravy, canned vegetables, potatoes, and … More
Kareem’s
Today I attended a Mother’s Day cooking class at Kareem’s Restaurant (formerly Yasin Culinary). I have attended several of chef Ahmad’s … More
Teas and accessories: an interview with tea sommelier Cynthia Gold
Cynthia Gold is a tea sommelier at the Boston Park Plaza Hotel. In our last interview she discussed the history and culture … More
Tea history and culture, with tea sommelier Cynthia Gold
Cynthia Gold is one of the few tea sommeliers in the world. Boston Park Plaza’s Swan’s Café is the venue through which Cynthia presents … More
Syrian cooking classes: Kareem’s offers healthy spring dishes
Spring officially starts on March 20, and with the change in season comes a new approach to food. Comfort food … More
brownies: good for stress.
I’m having the type of week (well, weeks, actually) that requires brownie intervention. Thankfully, with the help of the Brownie … More
Eating for health and balance
Nutrition counselor Tricia McCauley provides basics for healthy, balanced eating.
The best lentil soup ever made
Most people view lentils as a legume best left to expert cooks. However, their nutritional benefits and relative ease of preparation make … More