Monthly Archives: October 2023

Kathy Mattea in Concert, and Delights of the North Shore

Last week I visited the coastal areas north of Boston. I had a ticket for a concert by Kathy Mattea, an American country music and bluegrass singer. She’s been one of my favorite artists for close to 30 years. While … Continue reading

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Salads, and Homemade Spinach Pasta

One week recently I found myself eating a number of bright, spicy, cheerful salad dishes. Beets with Pickled Cauliflower, Chopped Onion, Feta Cheese and Pickled JalapeƱos Radicchio with Cucumber, Fresh Shell Beans, Clementines, Olives and Feta Cheese An Indian Vegan … Continue reading

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October Sourdough

Bakers like to tinker. Even when I get a highly satisfying recipe for my breads, I am often tempted to tweak the components to see if it could be any better. Such was the case a week ago, when I … Continue reading

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Fall Harvest, Home Cooking

It’s been a warm October in New England, with more great produce from our local farmers. My wife and I have each enjoyed cooking during this time of plenty. Zucchini and Mushroom Frittata and a Shrimp Dish on the side … Continue reading

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