Candy without a candy thermometer? I was skeptical but willing to give it a try. They were actually that easy and delicious. Gluten Free Pecan Pralines Ingredients 1 1/2 cups of pecans, chopped slightly 1 cup brown sugar dark or light works ⅓ cups heavy cream ¼ cups butter, unsalted …
Shopping steps from the lobby door, arts and entertainment just down the road, a hip vibe, and fab food options is what we all love about the city. Expensive parking, traffic, and noise we could do without. Archer Hotel Burlington manages to have everything we love about the city without …
Making and decorating cookies with your kids can be a fun memorable moment. On the flip side, it can be a crazed stressful mess. This year you can take a shortcut and do it for a great cause. NOCA Provisions located in North Cambridge has begun their “Kids for Kids” …
Part of the fun of going out with the family for a holiday stroll, sledding, or a snowball fight, is coming back in to a warm house for a little treat. Over the holidays, I like to set up a drink station in the morning and afternoon so family and …
Come fall and winter, we bring out the nuts. I’m not talking election politics or even family members. I am talking literally about nuts. Putting out a dish of nuts when friends stop by for a little visit feels festive and special. For holiday parties we always start with some …
Maine has had a special place in my heart ever since we moved to the United States. In high school, I went to Maine for summer camp. More than that though, Maine reminds me of my home and native land. There are many Canadians in Maine, whether their families emigrated …
I’m sure you are all set on pies you have your family recipe or have ordered from Community Servings. I hope you have most of your menu planned out for the big Thanksgiving feast already too. What often gets overlooked, however are the other meals that out of town guests …
There are just so many things going on that putting them all in a blog post doesn’t keep you up to date on all the things! So, I’m going to try something new. I’ll mention a few outings, places to explore, dine, shop on my weekend guide here, but I’ll …
You can find me here in the morning with my coffee and the paper. I have been a fan of Assembly Row since the day I stepped foot by the Mystic River. That chilly fall day by the river, I watched a bucket loader full of Legos ceremoniously pour onto …
Another Festival Worth Attending The Massachusetts Cheese Festival is fast approaching: November 3rd. This year tickets must be purchased in advance and last year the event was sold out very early on. There are still tickets available and it is a great way to head into the season of feasting …
