UPDATE! The Boston Globe reports that Chef Evan Deluty, who runs Stella in the South End, is “passing papers” on the Charlie’s Sandwich Shoppe this week and plans to re-open the restaurant in 2015. Charlie's Sandwich Shoppe (love that it used the old time spelling of Shoppe) closed today. I can't add anything to the story, except … Continue reading Charlie’s in Boston Closing, A Low-Arts Tragedy.
On Father’s Day
As I reflect on the holiday known as Father's Day, I am thinking about my relationship to food and my children. I desperately want to teach them things I know about food, and some things I think about food, which aren't facts, but to me are just as important. There are two big goals for … Continue reading On Father’s Day
Why I Can’t Go to the Restaurant Supply Store
Spending money on Cook's tools and packages of food that make Costco sizes look irresponsible is just one part of it. But of all the things, this item really explains it all.
Kings of Pastry (MOF)
When I first saw the preview for a movie titled the "Kings of Pastry" at the Coolidge Corner Theatre in Brookline, MA, I my jaw dropped. I knew instantly that it would be a great movie, but I had no idea how affecting it would be. (You can check out the video here) One review called it "the … Continue reading Kings of Pastry (MOF)
Caramels, Soft or Chewy?
A lot of people make plans for the holiday like going to the beach. I always like to take the time to try out something new in the kitchen. Over the past few days I have made a challah (recipe coming soon) banana chocolate chip muffins (ditto) and caramels. I took the caramel recipe from … Continue reading Caramels, Soft or Chewy?
Master of Low Arts 