For me, it’s the end of an era. After nineteen years, it turns out my most recent In The Kitchen column was my last piece for the Packet. Their freelance budget has been cut once again, and my time with them is over. I think my editor felt worse about this than I do. It … Continue reading
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A Boston Dinner?
A Boston Dinner? Perhaps my favorite comfort food meal is this odd combination of breakfast links, baked beans, and applesauce. Is this a Boston thing? At my college outside of Boston (then Dean Jr. College, now Dean College), it was the only thing I liked in their cafeteria. Compared to my parents’ food and Princeton … Continue reading
Taste Memory
Ever since I read (here) about the toasted halva sandwiches served up at Seed+Mill in the Chelsea Market, I’d been racking my brain trying to remember where I’d had a similar sandwich. It only came to me as I was on the phone with Janinka at Seed+Mill, discussing an order of tahini (milled in house) and several … Continue reading
Annual Wassailing Party at Terhune on January 24
Sometimes it’s just a lot of fun to make a racket, especially for a family outing. If you’re in the mood, Terhune Orchards will host its annual Wassailing Party on Sunday January 24, from 1-4 p.m. Whether in sun or snow, apple trees need to be wassailed every year. Participants will gather among the 100 year-old … Continue reading
July’s Best Bites
Considering how much time I spend at home hiding from the heat, I still managed to enjoy a few casual meals out in July. And, after rushed forays to the market, I cooked up a storm in my kitchen – Central A.C., I love you! (I try not to abuse the A.C., but am just too miserable … Continue reading
Best Bites November-Mistral, Estia & more
I had an eventful November, including a very nice Thanksgiving dinner with family at the new Seasons 52 at MarketFair. My “official” review of this new hotspot comes out in a few weeks, I’ve been three times now (counting an early media dinner), and have yet to be disappointed. Others apparently agree, the place was packed … Continue reading
Patriots Week for Foodies
Patriots Week is more than revolutionary reenactments! For foodies who are seeking Colonial flavor during Trenton’s famed Patriots Week – Where Trenton’s Revolutionary History Comes to Life – their food and beverage events are listed below. You’ll find full information here. And be sure to download your copy of the “Downtown Dining Guide” while you’re there. In addition to … Continue reading
Carnival Foods – Fried Pickles and Funnel Cakes
My June 28 In The Kitchen column was originally intended for their PM Fine Living magazine, but got cut for lack of space (hey, it happens!). So it ran in Friday’s Lifestyle section instead, but without two of the recipes I’d included (check out the link while it’s free for the article with recipes for corn … Continue reading
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