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  • Another Trick from My Favorite, Little Cooking Pot

    Have you ever had ravioli float out of the water when you’re trying to cook them? I’ve been using this trick with that great little Kuhn Rikon Multi-Pot.  

     IMG_5799 - Version 22012-09-13-4th burner-kuhn Rikon Multi-pot- ravioli-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    I use the basket that comes with the pot to hold down the ravioli. A wooden skewer or chopstick through the rungs lets me set it at just the right height to keep the pasta off the bottom but in the boiling water. Sometimes one raviolo will attempt to sneak up the side of the basket but I push that little devil right back down.

    We did a post about the 4th burner pot last year! Since then, some of our friends have added one of these to their kitchen collection and have been raving just like I do. 

    I bought my Kuhn Rikon 4th Burner Multi-Pot from Amazon, where you can read a bunch of great reviews and get even more ideas for using it. 

     

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    Words: Penny Cherubino
    Photos: © 2012 Penny Cherubino

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  • Poppy at Wollaston Beach

    Our own pup Poppy is here to tell all her dog friends that it's time to go to the beach. 

    DSC_7959 - Version 22012-09-12-poppy-Wollaston-beach-quincy-westie-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    She was only allowed to enjoy the view from the seawall on her first visit. But, we'll be returning after October 1st to get her paws in the sand.

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    Check your favortie Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) beach to see if the signs say your family, including your dog, is allowed to enjoy the beach after October 1st.

    I would say to check online, but I wasn't able to find the information there. DCR seems to be unaware that many families in Massachusetts choose to plan their recreational activites around dogs. 

    DSC_7984 - Version 22012-09-12-poppy-Wollaston-beach-quincy-westie-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    This was as close as our little girl could get to the sand.

    On the other end of the welome spectrum is the group, The Trustees of Reservations who have established a Green Dog program and who have "dog walking" as an activity you can choose when you go to their website. 

    They change to wording about dogs to a positive note. For example, "…dogs are welcome at Crane Beach from October 1 through March 30 through our Green Dogs program."

    Members of the organization can recieve a Green Dog permit for free. For others there is a $3 per dog per day option. Here's how you can become a member and support this welcoming attitude and acceptance of families that include dogs.

    DSC_7991 - Version 22012-09-12-poppy-Wollaston-beach-quincy-westie-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    After her visit to the salt air, Duchess Poppy was one tired pup. (And we all know that a tired pup is a good pup.) So, Poppy recommends that you take your pup someplace exciting to work off some of that canine energy in a healthy way.

    Related Post:

    Halibut Point State Park – Another Trustrees of the Reservation property

    Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs. 

    Here are the products we use to make our life with Poppy more fun and less work.

    Zak Designs Ice Cream Container for bringing Poppy's raw food with us on adventures!

    Washable Bedpads for protecting surfaces. (Like Zipcar seats)

    Four Paws Wee Wee Housebreaking Pads 150/Pkg 



     

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    Words: Penny Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 Penny & Ed Cherubino  

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  • Poppy at Wollaston Beach

    Our own pup Poppy is here to tell all her dog friends that it's time to go to the beach. 

    DSC_7959 - Version 22012-09-12-poppy-Wollaston-beach-quincy-westie-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    She was only allowed to enjoy the view from the seawall on her first visit. But, we'll be returning after October 1st to get her paws in the sand.

    DSC_7931 - Version 22012-09-12-poppy-Wollaston-beach-quincy-westie-© 2011 Penny Cherubino  
    DSC_7928 - Version 22012-09-12-poppy-Wollaston-beach-quincy-westie-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Check your favortie Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) beach to see if the signs say your family, including your dog, is allowed to enjoy the beach after October 1st.

    I would say to check online, but I wasn't able to find the information there. DCR seems to be unaware that many families in Massachusetts choose to plan their recreational activites around dogs. 

    DSC_7984 - Version 22012-09-12-poppy-Wollaston-beach-quincy-westie-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    This was as close as our little girl could get to the sand.

    On the other end of the welome spectrum is the group, The Trustees of Reservations who have established a Green Dog program and who have "dog walking" as an activity you can choose when you go to their website. 

    They change to wording about dogs to a positive note. For example, "…dogs are welcome at Crane Beach from October 1 through March 30 through our Green Dogs program."

    Members of the organization can recieve a Green Dog permit for free. For others there is a $3 per dog per day option. Here's how you can become a member and support this welcoming attitude and acceptance of families that include dogs.

    DSC_7991 - Version 22012-09-12-poppy-Wollaston-beach-quincy-westie-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    After her visit to the salt air, Duchess Poppy was one tired pup. (And we all know that a tired pup is a good pup.) So, Poppy recommends that you take your pup someplace exciting to work off some of that canine energy in a healthy way.

    Related Post:

    Halibut Point State Park – Another Trustrees of the Reservation property

    Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs. 

    Here are the products we use to make our life with Poppy more fun and less work.

    Zak Designs Ice Cream Container for bringing Poppy's raw food with us on adventures!

    Washable Bedpads for protecting surfaces. (Like Zipcar seats)

    Four Paws Wee Wee Housebreaking Pads 150/Pkg 



     

    Details:

    Words: Penny Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 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.

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  • Poppy at Wollaston Beach

    Our own pup Poppy is here to tell all her dog friends that it's time to go to the beach. 

    DSC_7959 - Version 22012-09-12-poppy-Wollaston-beach-quincy-westie-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    She was only allowed to enjoy the view from the seawall on her first visit. But, we'll be returning after October 1st to get her paws in the sand.

    DSC_7931 - Version 22012-09-12-poppy-Wollaston-beach-quincy-westie-© 2011 Penny Cherubino  
    DSC_7928 - Version 22012-09-12-poppy-Wollaston-beach-quincy-westie-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Check your favortie Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) beach to see if the signs say your family, including your dog, is allowed to enjoy the beach after October 1st.

    I would say to check online, but I wasn't able to find the information there. DCR seems to be unaware that many families in Massachusetts choose to plan their recreational activites around dogs. 

    DSC_7984 - Version 22012-09-12-poppy-Wollaston-beach-quincy-westie-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    This was as close as our little girl could get to the sand.

    On the other end of the welome spectrum is the group, The Trustees of Reservations who have established a Green Dog program and who have "dog walking" as an activity you can choose when you go to their website. 

    They change to wording about dogs to a positive note. For example, "…dogs are welcome at Crane Beach from October 1 through March 30 through our Green Dogs program."

    Members of the organization can recieve a Green Dog permit for free. For others there is a $3 per dog per day option. Here's how you can become a member and support this welcoming attitude and acceptance of families that include dogs.

    DSC_7991 - Version 22012-09-12-poppy-Wollaston-beach-quincy-westie-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    After her visit to the salt air, Duchess Poppy was one tired pup. (And we all know that a tired pup is a good pup.) So, Poppy recommends that you take your pup someplace exciting to work off some of that canine energy in a healthy way.

    Related Post:

    Halibut Point State Park – Another Trustrees of the Reservation property

    Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs. 

    Here are the products we use to make our life with Poppy more fun and less work.

    Zak Designs Ice Cream Container for bringing Poppy's raw food with us on adventures!

    Washable Bedpads for protecting surfaces. (Like Zipcar seats)

    Four Paws Wee Wee Housebreaking Pads 150/Pkg 



     

    Details:

    Words: Penny Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 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.

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  • A Little Shade, a Little Sun, a Little Peace & Quiet

    PMC_6369 - Version 22012-09-14-eaplanade- otis grove-Boston-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    This woman and her dog took a break under the birch trees in Otis Grove on the Charles River Esplanade.

    “The enjoyment of scenery employs the mind without fatigue and yet exercises it; tranquilizes it and yet enlivens it; and thus, through the influence of the mind over the body gives the effect of refreshing rest and reinvigoration to the whole system.” Frederick Law Olmsted 

    Occasionally, you find a little bit of time when the park is peaceful and quiet without organized activity, when people can just enjoy relaxing in the natural setting. 

    Thanks to everyone who hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support. It doesn’t cost you any more but they put a few coins in our tip jar.

    What’s on your fall shopping list? Click here for fall season savings over at Amazon.

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    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 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.

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  • A Little Shade, a Little Sun, a Little Peace & Quiet

    PMC_6369 - Version 22012-09-14-eaplanade- otis grove-Boston-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    This woman and her dog took a break under the birch trees in Otis Grove on the Charles River Esplanade.

    “The enjoyment of scenery employs the mind without fatigue and yet exercises it; tranquilizes it and yet enlivens it; and thus, through the influence of the mind over the body gives the effect of refreshing rest and reinvigoration to the whole system.” Frederick Law Olmsted 

    Occasionally, you find a little bit of time when the park is peaceful and quiet without organized activity, when people can just enjoy relaxing in the natural setting. 

    Thanks to everyone who hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support. It doesn’t cost you any more but they put a few coins in our tip jar.

    What’s on your fall shopping list? Click here for fall season savings over at Amazon.

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 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.

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  • A Little Shade, a Little Sun, a Little Peace & Quiet

    PMC_6369 - Version 22012-09-14-eaplanade- otis grove-Boston-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    This woman and her dog took a break under the birch trees in Otis Grove on the Charles River Esplanade.

    “The enjoyment of scenery employs the mind without fatigue and yet exercises it; tranquilizes it and yet enlivens it; and thus, through the influence of the mind over the body gives the effect of refreshing rest and reinvigoration to the whole system.” Frederick Law Olmsted 

    Occasionally, you find a little bit of time when the park is peaceful and quiet without organized activity, when people can just enjoy relaxing in the natural setting. 

    Thanks to everyone who hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support. It doesn’t cost you any more but they put a few coins in our tip jar.

    What’s on your fall shopping list? Click here for fall season savings over at Amazon.

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 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.

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  • Beef Dumplings & Corn Fritters from Mei Mei Street Kitchen

    Always adding a new twist to our lunchtime pleasure, the team from Mei Mei Street Kitchen provided us with one of the best lunches of the week, last week.

    IMG_5765 - Version 22012-09-11-corn-fritters-mei mei street kitchen-Boston-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Fritters made with local corn, local habaneros, and fried just right. They were light and crisp outside and filled with corn goodness inside. Mei Mei was serving them with Aioli, but they suggested spicy ketchup when we asked to have them without the mayo.

    DSC_7905 - Version 22012-09-11-beef dumplings-mei mei street kitchen-Boston-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    We love Mei Mei dumplings. These were deep-fried, stuffed full of meltingly tender, braised beef and set off by a serving of rice, pickled zucchini, and tangy dipping sauce. This is a filling meal.

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    This is one of the fantastic fleet of Boston food trucks that should be on your must-try list. Here's a recent menu. As you can see it reflects the season, supports local farms, provides vegetarian choices, and demonstrates the exciting twist they add to their food.

    Payment: Cash, Major Credit Cards, and LevelUp

    Website: www.meimeiboston.com

    Twitter: @meimeifoodtruck

    Facebook: Meimeisk 

    Pinterest: Mei Mei Street Kitchen

    For more of our Food Truck/Street Food coverage: click here. Or, anytime you visit BostonZest, you can click on the Food Truck/Street Food tab at the top of the page.

    Link: Boston Food Truck Location Map 

    Thanks to everyone who hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support. It doesn't cost you any more but they put a few coins in our tip jar.

    What's on your fall shopping list. Click here for fall season savings over at Amazon.

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    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 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.


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  • Beef Dumplings & Corn Fritters from Mei Mei Street Kitchen

    Always adding a new twist to our lunchtime pleasure, the team from Mei Mei Street Kitchen provided us with one of the best lunches of the week, last week.

    IMG_5765 - Version 22012-09-11-corn-fritters-mei mei street kitchen-Boston-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Fritters made with local corn, local habaneros, and fried just right. They were light and crisp outside and filled with corn goodness inside. Mei Mei was serving them with Aioli, but they suggested spicy ketchup when we asked to have them without the mayo.

    DSC_7905 - Version 22012-09-11-beef dumplings-mei mei street kitchen-Boston-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    We love Mei Mei dumplings. These were deep-fried, stuffed full of meltingly tender, braised beef and set off by a serving of rice, pickled zucchini, and tangy dipping sauce. This is a filling meal.

    31336571903

    This is one of the fantastic fleet of Boston food trucks that should be on your must-try list. Here's a recent menu. As you can see it reflects the season, supports local farms, provides vegetarian choices, and demonstrates the exciting twist they add to their food.

    Payment: Cash, Major Credit Cards, and LevelUp

    Website: www.meimeiboston.com

    Twitter: @meimeifoodtruck

    Facebook: Meimeisk 

    Pinterest: Mei Mei Street Kitchen

    For more of our Food Truck/Street Food coverage: click here. Or, anytime you visit BostonZest, you can click on the Food Truck/Street Food tab at the top of the page.

    Link: Boston Food Truck Location Map 

    Thanks to everyone who hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support. It doesn't cost you any more but they put a few coins in our tip jar.

    What's on your fall shopping list. Click here for fall season savings over at Amazon.

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 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.


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  • Beef Dumplings & Corn Fritters from Mei Mei Street Kitchen

    Always adding a new twist to our lunchtime pleasure, the team from Mei Mei Street Kitchen provided us with one of the best lunches of the week, last week.

    IMG_5765 - Version 22012-09-11-corn-fritters-mei mei street kitchen-Boston-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Fritters made with local corn, local habaneros, and fried just right. They were light and crisp outside and filled with corn goodness inside. Mei Mei was serving them with Aioli, but they suggested spicy ketchup when we asked to have them without the mayo.

    DSC_7905 - Version 22012-09-11-beef dumplings-mei mei street kitchen-Boston-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    We love Mei Mei dumplings. These were deep-fried, stuffed full of meltingly tender, braised beef and set off by a serving of rice, pickled zucchini, and tangy dipping sauce. This is a filling meal.

    31336571903

    This is one of the fantastic fleet of Boston food trucks that should be on your must-try list. Here's a recent menu. As you can see it reflects the season, supports local farms, provides vegetarian choices, and demonstrates the exciting twist they add to their food.

    Payment: Cash, Major Credit Cards, and LevelUp

    Website: www.meimeiboston.com

    Twitter: @meimeifoodtruck

    Facebook: Meimeisk 

    Pinterest: Mei Mei Street Kitchen

    For more of our Food Truck/Street Food coverage: click here. Or, anytime you visit BostonZest, you can click on the Food Truck/Street Food tab at the top of the page.

    Link: Boston Food Truck Location Map 

    Thanks to everyone who hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support. It doesn't cost you any more but they put a few coins in our tip jar.

    What's on your fall shopping list. Click here for fall season savings over at Amazon.

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 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.


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