Apples are the season’s crowing glory By Frank Whitman Fall has lots going for it – colorful foliage, bright blue sky, and crisp cool breezes …

Music, restaurants and more around Connecticut By Frank Whitman It didn’t start out to be a tour of some of Connecticut’s best music, art and …

Another Italian Restaurant? By Frank Whitman Do we need another high-end, high-concept, high-style Italian restaurant?  After all, we’re blessed with a raft of excellent eating …

A journey of discovery in Connecticut’s Quiet Corner By Frank Whitman Summer is in my rear view mirror.  I must have been going way over …

Surprising tableside service in Portland (A guide to boning whole Branzino) By Frank Whitman You know how it goes.  You’re out with another couple.  They’ve …

Locavore, delicious and original, these restaurants have it all By Frank Whitman Our recent three-night visit to the seaport city of Portland, Maine turned into …