Category: Places

  • The Swan Boats Take Off to Winter Quarters

    IMG_6857 - Version 22013-09-18-swan-boats-packing-up-for winter-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Last Sunday was the final day for Swan Boat rides around the Public Garden Lagoon. This week, the Paget family and their crew have been packing up these Boston treasures and transferring them to their winter quarters. 

    Here, the team packs up the benches. It looked like this truck would take the rest of the load. And, all of us will miss the lovely serene sight of the Swan Boats gliding through the park.

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    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Penny Cherubino  

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  • The Swan Boats Take Off to Winter Quarters

    IMG_6857 - Version 22013-09-18-swan-boats-packing-up-for winter-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Last Sunday was the final day for Swan Boat rides around the Public Garden Lagoon. This week, the Paget family and their crew have been packing up these Boston treasures and transferring them to their winter quarters. 

    Here, the team packs up the benches. It looked like this truck would take the rest of the load. And, all of us will miss the lovely serene sight of the Swan Boats gliding through the park.

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a Birthday or Wedding gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

     Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Penny Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

  • The Swan Boats Take Off to Winter Quarters

    IMG_6857 - Version 22013-09-18-swan-boats-packing-up-for winter-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Last Sunday was the final day for Swan Boat rides around the Public Garden Lagoon. This week, the Paget family and their crew have been packing up these Boston treasures and transferring them to their winter quarters. 

    Here, the team packs up the benches. It looked like this truck would take the rest of the load. And, all of us will miss the lovely serene sight of the Swan Boats gliding through the park.

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a Birthday or Wedding gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

     Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Penny Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

  • The Canteen in Provincetown Is Added to Our Favorites List

    DSC_8464 - Version 22013-09-12-hot-buttered-lobster-roll-asian-slaw-pickle-Canteen-provincetown-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Above is the lobster roll Penny saw advertised on the window at The Canteen in Provincetown. Like many Ptown businesses, they are not open every day this time of year. It was Thursday before we had an opportunity to try it. (Follow them on Twitter or Facebook to keep up with the fall hours.)

    CHE_0275 - Version 22013-09-12-Canteen-provincetown-menu-board-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    After a bad experience with fozen lobster in a roll elsewhere in town, Penny was going to ask if it was fresh but there it was on the wall. "Fresh • Local • Steamed In House Daily," said the menu board.

    And, that was exactly what The Canteen delivered. Our meal contained obviously fresh lobster on a toasty, grilled roll with a touch of butter and a sprinkle of freshly chopped chives. Plus, when we opened our take out boxes, we discovered each roll was served with a side of a snappy fresh Asian slaw and a puckery pickle.

    DSC_8477 - Version 22013-09-12--New-England-clam-chowder-leeks-bacon-potatoes-clams-Canteen-provincetown-© 2011 Penny Cherubino (1)

    Another blackboard displayed the specials including a New England clam chowder with fresh clams, leeks, bacon, and fresh herbs. It was a great version and one we would order again.

    DSC_8457 - Version 22013-09-12-crispy-brussel-sprouts-fish-sauce-pepper-Canteen-provincetown-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    The final item in this order was crispy Brussel sprouts with a fish sauce and peppers. They may not be a traditional lobster roll accompaniment but being Brussel sprout fans, we enjoyed them immensely.

    CHE_0258 - Version 22013-09-12-Canteen-provincetown-interior-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    We're not the only ones who've made The Canteen a favorite. We had already read rave reviews on Chowhound, Trip Advisor, and in TheYearRounder's Guide to Provincetown.

    Here's what TheYearRounder wrote:

    What's New? – The Canteen Opens to Great Acclaim, Already a Best Bite

    What's New? More New Food to Taste in the Center of Provincetown at The Canteen

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    (This photo is from The Canteen's Facebook page.)

    For those of you who locate things in Provincetown by sight or by what used to be there, The Canteen is next to the Red Store on the West Side of the Pier. The space was Blondie's and before that Blue Light, a former favorite.

    If your fall plans include a trip to the tip of Cape Cod, put The Canteen early on your agenda. You will find a menu that keeps calling you back.  

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    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photos: ©2013 Penny Cherubino & one from The Canteen's Facebook page as noted

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

     

  • The Canteen in Provincetown Is Added to Our Favorites List

    DSC_8464 - Version 22013-09-12-hot-buttered-lobster-roll-asian-slaw-pickle-Canteen-provincetown-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Above is the lobster roll Penny saw advertised on the window at The Canteen in Provincetown. Like many Ptown businesses, they are not open every day this time of year. It was Thursday before we had an opportunity to try it. (Follow them on Twitter or Facebook to keep up with the fall hours.)

    CHE_0275 - Version 22013-09-12-Canteen-provincetown-menu-board-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    After a bad experience with fozen lobster in a roll elsewhere in town, Penny was going to ask if it was fresh but there it was on the wall. "Fresh • Local • Steamed In House Daily," said the menu board.

    And, that was exactly what The Canteen delivered. Our meal contained obviously fresh lobster on a toasty, grilled roll with a touch of butter and a sprinkle of freshly chopped chives. Plus, when we opened our take out boxes, we discovered each roll was served with a side of a snappy fresh Asian slaw and a puckery pickle.

    DSC_8477 - Version 22013-09-12--New-England-clam-chowder-leeks-bacon-potatoes-clams-Canteen-provincetown-© 2011 Penny Cherubino (1)

    Another blackboard displayed the specials including a New England clam chowder with fresh clams, leeks, bacon, and fresh herbs. It was a great version and one we would order again.

    DSC_8457 - Version 22013-09-12-crispy-brussel-sprouts-fish-sauce-pepper-Canteen-provincetown-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    The final item in this order was crispy Brussel sprouts with a fish sauce and peppers. They may not be a traditional lobster roll accompaniment but being Brussel sprout fans, we enjoyed them immensely.

    CHE_0258 - Version 22013-09-12-Canteen-provincetown-interior-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    We're not the only ones who've made The Canteen a favorite. We had already read rave reviews on Chowhound, Trip Advisor, and in TheYearRounder's Guide to Provincetown.

    Here's what TheYearRounder wrote:

    What's New? – The Canteen Opens to Great Acclaim, Already a Best Bite

    What's New? More New Food to Taste in the Center of Provincetown at The Canteen

    1012993_571821212870571_1139745743_n (1)

    (This photo is from The Canteen's Facebook page.)

    For those of you who locate things in Provincetown by sight or by what used to be there, The Canteen is next to the Red Store on the West Side of the Pier. The space was Blondie's and before that Blue Light, a former favorite.

    If your fall plans include a trip to the tip of Cape Cod, put The Canteen early on your agenda. You will find a menu that keeps calling you back.  

    What's on your Food Lover's Shopping List? Shop Amazon for all your kitchen & dining needs and support this site!

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photos: ©2013 Penny Cherubino & one from The Canteen's Facebook page as noted

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

     

  • The Canteen in Provincetown Is Added to Our Favorites List

    DSC_8464 - Version 22013-09-12-hot-buttered-lobster-roll-asian-slaw-pickle-Canteen-provincetown-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Above is the lobster roll Penny saw advertised on the window at The Canteen in Provincetown. Like many Ptown businesses, they are not open every day this time of year. It was Thursday before we had an opportunity to try it. (Follow them on Twitter or Facebook to keep up with the fall hours.)

    CHE_0275 - Version 22013-09-12-Canteen-provincetown-menu-board-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    After a bad experience with fozen lobster in a roll elsewhere in town, Penny was going to ask if it was fresh but there it was on the wall. "Fresh • Local • Steamed In House Daily," said the menu board.

    And, that was exactly what The Canteen delivered. Our meal contained obviously fresh lobster on a toasty, grilled roll with a touch of butter and a sprinkle of freshly chopped chives. Plus, when we opened our take out boxes, we discovered each roll was served with a side of a snappy fresh Asian slaw and a puckery pickle.

    DSC_8477 - Version 22013-09-12--New-England-clam-chowder-leeks-bacon-potatoes-clams-Canteen-provincetown-© 2011 Penny Cherubino (1)

    Another blackboard displayed the specials including a New England clam chowder with fresh clams, leeks, bacon, and fresh herbs. It was a great version and one we would order again.

    DSC_8457 - Version 22013-09-12-crispy-brussel-sprouts-fish-sauce-pepper-Canteen-provincetown-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    The final item in this order was crispy Brussel sprouts with a fish sauce and peppers. They may not be a traditional lobster roll accompaniment but being Brussel sprout fans, we enjoyed them immensely.

    CHE_0258 - Version 22013-09-12-Canteen-provincetown-interior-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    We're not the only ones who've made The Canteen a favorite. We had already read rave reviews on Chowhound, Trip Advisor, and in TheYearRounder's Guide to Provincetown.

    Here's what TheYearRounder wrote:

    What's New? – The Canteen Opens to Great Acclaim, Already a Best Bite

    What's New? More New Food to Taste in the Center of Provincetown at The Canteen

    1012993_571821212870571_1139745743_n (1)

    (This photo is from The Canteen's Facebook page.)

    For those of you who locate things in Provincetown by sight or by what used to be there, The Canteen is next to the Red Store on the West Side of the Pier. The space was Blondie's and before that Blue Light, a former favorite.

    If your fall plans include a trip to the tip of Cape Cod, put The Canteen early on your agenda. You will find a menu that keeps calling you back.  

    What's on your Food Lover's Shopping List? Shop Amazon for all your kitchen & dining needs and support this site!

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photos: ©2013 Penny Cherubino & one from The Canteen's Facebook page as noted

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

     

  • Sidewalk Piano Tuner

    CHE_9834 - Version 22013-09-09Sidewalk-piano-tuner-provincetown-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    You never know what sights you'll come across as you walk the streets of Provincetown. But, we did not expect to see a piano tuner working on the sidewalk. 

    CHE_9852 - Version 22013-09-09Sidewalk-piano-tuner-provincetown-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Note-by-note he adjusted the strings on this old upright. 

    CHE_9855 - Version 22013-09-09Sidewalk-piano-tuner-provincetown-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Tuning can be done with tuning forks, but this gentleman had a chromatic tuner
    to guide his work.

    CHE_9842 - Version 22013-09-09Sidewalk-piano-tuner-provincetown-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    He attracted more attention than some of the street musicians we had passed along the way, but he did not have a tip jar so we had to assume he wasn't a licensed performer!

    If caring for pianos has always fascinated you, the North Bennet Street School offers the opportunity to learn the skills you need for a career in that field.

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    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Penny & Ed Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

  • Sidewalk Piano Tuner

    CHE_9834 - Version 22013-09-09Sidewalk-piano-tuner-provincetown-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    You never know what sights you'll come across as you walk the streets of Provincetown. But, we did not expect to see a piano tuner working on the sidewalk. 

    CHE_9852 - Version 22013-09-09Sidewalk-piano-tuner-provincetown-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Note-by-note he adjusted the strings on this old upright. 

    CHE_9855 - Version 22013-09-09Sidewalk-piano-tuner-provincetown-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Tuning can be done with tuning forks, but this gentleman had a chromatic tuner
    to guide his work.

    CHE_9842 - Version 22013-09-09Sidewalk-piano-tuner-provincetown-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    He attracted more attention than some of the street musicians we had passed along the way, but he did not have a tip jar so we had to assume he wasn't a licensed performer!

    If caring for pianos has always fascinated you, the North Bennet Street School offers the opportunity to learn the skills you need for a career in that field.

    Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

    What do you know about Amazon Prime? We use it and love it. You pay once a year for free 2-day shipping delivery charges. Amazon throws in access to instant streaming movies and tv shows and they let you borrow a free ebook each month. They will even give you a one month free trial. 

    Join Amazon Prime – Watch Over 40,000 Movies

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Penny & Ed Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

  • Sidewalk Piano Tuner

    CHE_9834 - Version 22013-09-09Sidewalk-piano-tuner-provincetown-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    You never know what sights you'll come across as you walk the streets of Provincetown. But, we did not expect to see a piano tuner working on the sidewalk. 

    CHE_9852 - Version 22013-09-09Sidewalk-piano-tuner-provincetown-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Note-by-note he adjusted the strings on this old upright. 

    CHE_9855 - Version 22013-09-09Sidewalk-piano-tuner-provincetown-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Tuning can be done with tuning forks, but this gentleman had a chromatic tuner
    to guide his work.

    CHE_9842 - Version 22013-09-09Sidewalk-piano-tuner-provincetown-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    He attracted more attention than some of the street musicians we had passed along the way, but he did not have a tip jar so we had to assume he wasn't a licensed performer!

    If caring for pianos has always fascinated you, the North Bennet Street School offers the opportunity to learn the skills you need for a career in that field.

    Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

    What do you know about Amazon Prime? We use it and love it. You pay once a year for free 2-day shipping delivery charges. Amazon throws in access to instant streaming movies and tv shows and they let you borrow a free ebook each month. They will even give you a one month free trial. 

    Join Amazon Prime – Watch Over 40,000 Movies

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Penny & Ed Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

  • The Improper Bostonian Puts MC Slim JB Back in Print

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    For those of us who rely on great food scouts to lead us to delicious, it is good to see the MC Slim JB byline back in print thanks to The Improper Bostonian.

    Since the demise of the Boston Phoenix and Stuff Magazine, we have been able to follow MC Slim JB on forums and social media. But, we love that now regular deadlines will assure us of a steady flow of recommendations.

    Here are the first two reviews for The Improper Bostonian:

    Hidden Manna: Soulful Puerto Rican fare, hiding in plain sight

    Mittel Ground: Tim Wiechmann plugs a huge hole in Boston’s dining scene

    And, here is MC Slim JB headquarters where you will find links to years of great food writing. 

    Twitter: @mcslimjb

    Facebook: MC Slim JB

    Thanks to everyone who hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support. What's on your  "Off to College" shopping list? Shop Amazon for all your back to school needs and support this site!

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Screen shot from the Improper Bostonian 

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