'Cream of Spring' Soup
Sweet spring onions, tender asparagus and Boston Bibb lettuce are blended into a velvety bisque that sings of the season. Topped with a dollop of lemony crème fraîche, this rich yet bright-tasting soup makes the perfect first course of an elegant spring meal.
Fabulous Faux and Fresh Floral Arrangements
How to blend quality artificial flowers with fresh and dried flora to create beautiful arrangements that last all season.
A Holiday Home
A guide for adding a touch of Christmas spirit to every room in your home.
Autumn at the Ivies: Head of the Charles and Harvard Yard
It's fall in New England, and the trees that line the banks of the Charles River are ablaze in brilliant shades of copper, crimson and gold. Each October, thousands of spectators line her shores for the Head of the Charles Regatta, the largest two-day boating race in the world. We gathered with friends at Reunion Village to cheer the racers on, then headed cross the river to Harvard where we whiled away the last moments of a perfect autumn afternoon.
Pan Seared Pork Chops with Cranberry-Apple Chutney
Sweet, tangy and bursting with the flavors of the season, this cranberry-apple chutney makes the perfect complement to juicy pan seared pork chops.
Orchards and Vineyards
On a crisp and sunny autumn afternoon, we donned our flannel and suede and headed west to Nashoba Valley Winery. An idyllic hilltop orchard nestled in the heart of Massachusetts' apple country, Nashoba's well-stocked wine shoppe, gourmet restaurant and breezy tasting room offers apple picking with a grown-up twist.
Sailing on the Adirondack III
One of my favorite things to do in Boston on a gorgeous summer evening is enjoy a sunset sail on the schooner Adirondack III.
A New England New Year's Eve Party
A simple, no-cook menu for an easy and elegant New England New Year's Eve party.
Smoked Bluefish Pâté with Tangy Pickled Shallots
Gently smoked bluefish, creamy fromage blanc and tangy pickled shallots combine in a rich yet bright tasting savory spread.
An Elegant Clambake
There's nothing more New England than a traditional Yankee clambake. Historically cooked over hot coals in a pit dug in the sand, whole lobsters are steamed with sweet summer corn, soft-shell clams, a few new potatoes and perhaps some mussels to boot. This elegant version offers a sophisticated twist on the classic recipes -- and best of all there are no bibs required!
A Full 'New English' Breakfast
Maple and molasses Boston baked beans, sautéed mushrooms with shallot and thyme, and Vermont apple cider-brined bacon come together in this New England interpretation of a beloved British tradition.
A Proper Getaway: Three Days in London
Like most proper Bostonians, I simply adore all things British – from ‘Love Actually’ to Burberry to a full English breakfast. To celebrate my 35th birthday, we hopped across the pond for a special getaway weekend. We've been binge-watching the Netflix drama ‘The Crown’ these days, and our itinerary, accommodations and attire embraced all that modern London has to offer while lending a stylish nod to a bygone era.
Shop Small: Beacon Hill Boutiques
Shopping small in support of the lovely locally owned Beacon Hill boutiques that line historic Charles Street.
Maine Blueberry Shortcake with Maple Whipped Cream
Brown sugar and a bit of cream cheese is the secret to this moist yet crumbly shortcake; topped with wild Maine blueberries and maple whipped cream, it's "the way life should be" on a plate.