I haven’t been to Club Passim in a very long time. So much has changed and yet so much has remained the same. The space has the same feel, the music is still mellow and wonderful (neither too loud nor just background music). What is new is the space is slightly larger than I remember…
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Brunch a Love Story: Il Casale
il Casale Cucina Italiana in Belmont is a warm, welcoming space. The dining room is often filled with regulars from around town, the occasional Top Chef film crew, and those who have heard how good the food is. I am a fan of dinner at il Casale and have been in for special occasions and…
The Perfect Quick Spring Breakfast Sandwich
Ingredients an English muffin (I used Stone and Skillet) tangy, funky or sharp creamy cheese (goat cheese, Camembert, brie, whatever you feel like) a hard boiled egg (we make a 1/2 dozen or so every week to keep in the fridge using this perfect J. Kenji Alt method) pea shoots black pepper Toast, schmear,…
Brunch: Island Creek Oyster Bar
The thing about brunch on a Sunday afternoon is that you can enjoy a few special treats (even if you made resolutions that say otherwise) and enjoy a leisurely meal because it’s Sunday afternoon and if you don’t slow down now, you’ll never get through the week to come with grace. Even if you resolved…
Winter Farmer’s Market: Beyond Kale
Why bother going to a farmer’s market in the winter? If you live in New England are you just going to a room full of booths with kale and other hardy greens? Fear not, the winter’s farmers markets go way beyond root vegetables and fibrous greens. There is locally roasted coffee, baked treats to keep…
Leah's Life: Pearls and Oysters 