From The Hour: Vive la French Cooking!
At this time of year, the media is full of “best” lists: 10 best movies, 100 best books, dozen best travel destinations, 20 best music …
From The Hour: Celebrating Sparkling Wine
Champagne – the wine of celebration! I’ll bet that you had a glass of bubbly for a toast to welcome the New Year – …
From The Hour: Christmas Cookie Traditions
Like many people, when I think of Christmas, I think, “Cookies!” and I don’t mean the kind left on your computer after a bout of …
From The Hour: The Spirits of Christmas
It’s not always easy to pick a Holiday gift that will be welcome, appreciated, and enjoyed. Clothes may not fit, personal taste in books is …
From The Hour: Exploring Connecticut Brandy
Brandy is a centuries-old drink, known since classical times, more popular since the 15th century, but often overlooked these days. Distilled from wine or fruit, …
Brandy Cocktail Recipies
Brandy cocktails from the Old Mr. Boston Bartenders Guide Brandy Alexander 1 oz Brandy 1 oz Creme de Caco 1 oz Cream – Half and …
Let’s Talk Turkey – Leftovers, That Is
Thanksgiving is the big deal food holiday in our national calendar. Yes, lots of other holidays have food traditions surrounding the celebrations, but for Thanksgiving …
Hard Cider Update – First Racking
HARD CIDER UPDATE. The cider is merrily fermenting away, carbon dioxide bubbling up through the airlock like an old time coffee percolator, making a delightful …
From the Hour: Farm-to-table at Home
Farm-to-table and eat local continue to be the hot trends in eating out. Restaurants at all levels are listing the source of their ingredients, touting …
Frank’s Lazy Roast Chicken
Frank’s Lazy Roast Chicken Adapted from Ad Hoc at Home by Thomas Keller 1 ea Chicken, about 5 pounds Salt and Pepper 4 Ribs Celery …