My father was a fisherman. A big, lumbering man who loved eating everything except Brussels sprouts, he seemed to transform into a ballerina when fly-casting in his waders, picking his way through the strong current of a rushing trout stream. … Continue reading →

I wanted to be a mom for a very long time, but motherhood eluded me. Then a divorce in my early 30’s put me out of the running for some years. I finally decided that being a single mom was … Continue reading →

When you hear words like daffodils, forsythia, tulips, radishes, mint and baby carrots, what do you think of? For me, it’s all about renewal and springtime. Growing up in New England, these things have always brought a smile to my … Continue reading →

When choosing cookware, there are many factors to consider, but they can be easily divided into materials and features. In Choosing Cookware Part 1: Materials, we reviewed the metals, and combinations of metals, from which cookware is constructed. But pots and … Continue reading →

With so many options available in the world of pots and pans, picking what’s best for you and your lifestyle can be overwhelming. Here you’ll quickly learn key information about the most popular materials that pots and pans are made … Continue reading →

Healthy diets often contain fish as part of the meal rotation. Fish is a high protein source that has fewer calories than other protein options such as poultry or red meat. Fish is also rich in important nutrients like essential … Continue reading →

When I got married (more than twenty years ago!), my mom started signing her cards and letters to me with her name. As in “Jean.” Up until then she always signed “Mother,” but I always called her Mom, even after … Continue reading →

To marinate or not to marinate? That is the question we posed to expert chef Bruce Aidells, author ofThe Complete Meat Cookbook and founder of Aidells Sausage Company. His answers to this and other questions were generous, open and friendly, like … Continue reading →

Is chocolate a health food? Sadly, no. But, chocolate does have some healthful properties that, when taken in moderation, can be part of a wholesome balanced diet. You’ve probably heard this before. For several years now, there’s been buzz around … Continue reading →

Everything old is new again, so the saying goes. Canning and preserving is no exception, and it’s definitely back. For starters, canning is “on trend” with several current food philosophies – like eating locally grown foods more often, practicing more … Continue reading →