Category: Places

  • Where Would You Find This Hub in the Hub? Play Attention to Detail!

    With our Attention to Detail game, you get a photo clue, some hints, and then we give you a photo answer and a bit more about this piece of Boston.

    Here is your clue? What is it part of and where would you find it?

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    Here are some hints:

    • It is in an area that grows quiet this time of year making it a great place to take a walk.
    • It is in an architectural conservation district with many beautiful examples of 19th Century architecture (another reason to pay a visit).
    • It is owned by an institution of higher learning.
    • It has a connection to one of our favorite places.

    Ready? Click through or scroll down past this great book about Boston for the answer.

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  • Where Would You Find This Hub in the Hub? Play Attention to Detail!

    With our Attention to Detail game, you get a photo clue, some hints, and then we give you a photo answer and a bit more about this piece of Boston.

    Here is your clue? What is it part of and where would you find it?

    CHE_9861 - Version 22016-02-25BS ATD Bicycle Sculpture BU© 2014 Penny Cherubino

    Here are some hints:

    • It is in an area that grows quiet this time of year making it a great place to take a walk.
    • It is in an architectural conservation district with many beautiful examples of 19th Century architecture (another reason to pay a visit).
    • It is owned by an institution of higher learning.
    • It has a connection to one of our favorite places.

    Ready? Click through or scroll down past this great book about Boston for the answer.

    (more…)

  • Petit Robert Bistro Profiterole Update!

    We don't talk about dessert around here very often. That is partly because desserts often disappoint. So when a dessert we love, like the giant profiterole at Petit Robert Bistro (South End) arrives at our table with a different look from the last time we wrote about it, we hold our breath as our spoons descend and hope for the best.

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    The good news is that it is only the shape that has changed.

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    The pastry is still crisp and light, the ice cream is still rich and full-flavored, and the chocolate sauce is still swoon-worthy.

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    It is still a dessert that is worth a walk to the South End and all the other steps it will take to neutralize the calorie count.

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    It is also a dessert to keep in mind when you go to another restaurant where the dessert list does disappoint. At Petit Robert, they have graciously served us a profiterole at the bar, upon request. 

     

    What's on your Food Lover's Shopping List?

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    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photos: ©2017 Penny Cherubino 

  • Petit Robert Bistro Profiterole Update!

    We don't talk about dessert around here very often. That is partly because desserts often disappoint. So when a dessert we love, like the giant profiterole at Petit Robert Bistro (South End) arrives at our table with a different look from the last time we wrote about it, we hold our breath as our spoons descend and hope for the best.

    IMG_9393

    The good news is that it is only the shape that has changed.

    IMG_9399

    The pastry is still crisp and light, the ice cream is still rich and full-flavored, and the chocolate sauce is still swoon-worthy.

    IMG_9409

    It is still a dessert that is worth a walk to the South End and all the other steps it will take to neutralize the calorie count.

    IMG_9396

    It is also a dessert to keep in mind when you go to another restaurant where the dessert list does disappoint. At Petit Robert, they have graciously served us a profiterole at the bar, upon request. 

     

    What's on your Food Lover's Shopping List?

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photos: ©2017 Penny Cherubino 

  • Clear Flour German Rye

    We have set ourselves a quest to try all the rye breads on Clear Flour Bread's list. We started last week with a loaf of their German Rye.

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    Here's the German Rye which they describe as, "… a hearty and moist whole grain rye with a touch of honey." We describe it as full of rye flavor with an incredible aroma, crust with a bit of chew, and a lovely crumb. 

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    It's a great bread to have with cheese or toasted with a bit of butter and a bit of preserves. We went with apricot!

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    It also made an appealing base for an open-faced egg salad supper.

    Our eggs are chopped with a handy egg cutter (like this one) then mixed with crème fraîche, celery, scallion, curry powder, salt, and a bit of aleppo pepper.

    Always ask, because Clear Flour may have a bread that is not on the usual list. They do make seasonal breads, and I think they occasionally make something special, just because they feel like it. That's the beauty of patronizing a small, artisan business. 

    You'll also find that they can tell you more about each bread than the simple description on the list.

    Here is a direct link to the Clear Flour bread list. You can see, we have a bit of eating to do.

    Pay attention to when each bread is available and schedule your visits to the bakery around what you want to buy. 

    What's on your Food Lover's shopping list?

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photos: ©2017 Penny & Ed Cherubino 

  • Clear Flour German Rye

    We have set ourselves a quest to try all the rye breads on Clear Flour Bread's list. We started last week with a loaf of their German Rye.

    IMG_8984

    Here's the German Rye which they describe as, "… a hearty and moist whole grain rye with a touch of honey." We describe it as full of rye flavor with an incredible aroma, crust with a bit of chew, and a lovely crumb. 

    IMG_8978

    It's a great bread to have with cheese or toasted with a bit of butter and a bit of preserves. We went with apricot!

    IMG_9001

    It also made an appealing base for an open-faced egg salad supper.

    Our eggs are chopped with a handy egg cutter (like this one) then mixed with crème fraîche, celery, scallion, curry powder, salt, and a bit of aleppo pepper.

    Always ask, because Clear Flour may have a bread that is not on the usual list. They do make seasonal breads, and I think they occasionally make something special, just because they feel like it. That's the beauty of patronizing a small, artisan business. 

    You'll also find that they can tell you more about each bread than the simple description on the list.

    Here is a direct link to the Clear Flour bread list. You can see, we have a bit of eating to do.

    Pay attention to when each bread is available and schedule your visits to the bakery around what you want to buy. 

    What's on your Food Lover's shopping list?

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photos: ©2017 Penny & Ed Cherubino 

  • The Canteen for Wonderful Take Out (or Eat In) Options in Provincetown

    We had a bunch of excellent meals from The Canteen on our last trip to Provincetown. We highly recommend this wonderful spot if you are visiting our special place by the sea. 

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    One of the best pieces of news we heard before arriving in town was that The Canteen was open year-round. They're open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner – and they deliver! "What more could you ask?" you say. "Great food," we say and they deliver on that wish as well.

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    It was rather cold on our visit, so we really appreciated the rotating list of wonderful soups they offered. The one above is a spring minestrone.

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    We had to try it, since we had just finished one of our Fresh & Local newspaper columns about minestrone and had ended it with information about a spring version! This one was rich and lovely.

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    We told you about their great lobster rolls and fabulous clam chowder the first time we reported on this gem by the sea. 

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    Another favorite was a soup with greens and chicken meatballs. 

    Of course we had sandwiches too. The Cod Bánh Mì was a big hit with us. Since we were not always on the same eating schedule, they were gracious about preparing a deconstructed version of Ed's favorite pulled pork sandwich that we could reconstruct when he was ready to enjoy it.

    There are a few seats out front and a larger seating area in the rear. Like many outside eating places in Provincetown, The Canteen is dog friendly. So if you're day-tripping with a furry pal, grab a seat and send one of your group inside with your order for great food. You'll get a number and the staff will find you when it's ready.

     

    What's on your Food Lover's shopping list?

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photos: ©2017 Penny & Ed Cherubino 

  • The Canteen for Wonderful Take Out (or Eat In) Options in Provincetown

    We had a bunch of excellent meals from The Canteen on our last trip to Provincetown. We highly recommend this wonderful spot if you are visiting our special place by the sea. 

    IMG_2781

    One of the best pieces of news we heard before arriving in town was that The Canteen was open year-round. They're open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner – and they deliver! "What more could you ask?" you say. "Great food," we say and they deliver on that wish as well.

    IMG_8414

    It was rather cold on our visit, so we really appreciated the rotating list of wonderful soups they offered. The one above is a spring minestrone.

    IMG_2691

    We had to try it, since we had just finished one of our Fresh & Local newspaper columns about minestrone and had ended it with information about a spring version! This one was rich and lovely.

    6a00e54fc42bb88834019aff691278970b-800wi

    We told you about their great lobster rolls and fabulous clam chowder the first time we reported on this gem by the sea. 

    IMG_8560

    Another favorite was a soup with greens and chicken meatballs. 

    Of course we had sandwiches too. The Cod Bánh Mì was a big hit with us. Since we were not always on the same eating schedule, they were gracious about preparing a deconstructed version of Ed's favorite pulled pork sandwich that we could reconstruct when he was ready to enjoy it.

    There are a few seats out front and a larger seating area in the rear. Like many outside eating places in Provincetown, The Canteen is dog friendly. So if you're day-tripping with a furry pal, grab a seat and send one of your group inside with your order for great food. You'll get a number and the staff will find you when it's ready.

     

    What's on your Food Lover's shopping list?

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photos: ©2017 Penny & Ed Cherubino 

  • Three Exhibitions to Visit at the Museum of Fine Arts: Matisse, Cunningham, and Revival Jewelry

    One of the best things about being a member of the Museum of Fine Arts is the ability to stop in often and see some of the featured topics or exhibitions (large and small) as they call them. We included three on a recent visit. 

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    The major event of the summer is "Matisse in the Studio." It was interesting to see the collection of objects he used as inspiration for his work. It was also great to see more of his sculpture. Unfortunately our time viewing this collection was spoiled by a disruptive visitor, so we did hurry through. 

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    This chair and the shadows it cast fascinated Penny.

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    She couldn't resist creating her own artwork from Matisse's studio inspiration object.IMG_9545-COLLAGE

    We were ready for a quiet break and Matisse inspired lunch at Bravo. We enjoyed duck liver paté, a dish of mushroom pasta, and sipped an excellent Rosé from Provence. It was a meal, we think, Matisse might have enjoyed. 

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    After lunch, we visited "Imogen Cunningham: In Focus" in the Herb Ritts gallery. We love the fact that the MFA is paying attention to great photography.

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    The hit of the day for both of us was the outstanding design and craftsmanship in the "Past Is Present: Revival Jewelry" collection. Be sure to pay very close attention to the micromosaic items in the cases. It could be easy to miss the fact that these images are made up of hundreds of tiny, tiny bits of material. 

    While you have a bit more time to see the other exhibitions, Imogen Cunningham: In Focus ends June 18th.

  • Three Exhibitions to Visit at the Museum of Fine Arts: Matisse, Cunningham, and Revival Jewelry

    One of the best things about being a member of the Museum of Fine Arts is the ability to stop in often and see some of the featured topics or exhibitions (large and small) as they call them. We included three on a recent visit. 

    IMG_9448

    The major event of the summer is "Matisse in the Studio." It was interesting to see the collection of objects he used as inspiration for his work. It was also great to see more of his sculpture. Unfortunately our time viewing this collection was spoiled by a disruptive visitor, so we did hurry through. 

    IMG_9468

    This chair and the shadows it cast fascinated Penny.

    IMG_9483

    She couldn't resist creating her own artwork from Matisse's studio inspiration object.IMG_9545-COLLAGE

    We were ready for a quiet break and Matisse inspired lunch at Bravo. We enjoyed duck liver paté, a dish of mushroom pasta, and sipped an excellent Rosé from Provence. It was a meal, we think, Matisse might have enjoyed. 

    Screen Shot 2017-05-31 at Wednesday  May 31  20171.38.00 PM

    After lunch, we visited "Imogen Cunningham: In Focus" in the Herb Ritts gallery. We love the fact that the MFA is paying attention to great photography.

    Screen Shot 2017-05-31 at Wednesday  May 31  20171.40.16 PM

    The hit of the day for both of us was the outstanding design and craftsmanship in the "Past Is Present: Revival Jewelry" collection. Be sure to pay very close attention to the micromosaic items in the cases. It could be easy to miss the fact that these images are made up of hundreds of tiny, tiny bits of material. 

    While you have a bit more time to see the other exhibitions, Imogen Cunningham: In Focus ends June 18th.