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Dinner at Devon’s in Provincetown

During the past week, we have managed to have three breakfasts and one dinner at Devon's in Provincetown's East End. Just the thought of that puts big smiles on our faces.

Our favorite breakfast spot transforms itself each evening to become a white tablecloth, fine dining restaurant with food that would rank with the best in Boston.

We shared our meals because we both wanted the same dishes. Above is the Pan Seared Atlantic Halibut with Cannellini Beans, Pearl Onion, Baby Mustard Green Ragout over Grilled Picholine Olive Bread.

Penny thinks that owner Devon Ruesch and Chef Julia Moore understand that all that sea air makes for hungry diners. They have found ways to balance a meal with elements like that olive bread under the halibut. It soaked up the oniony broth and reminded us of our favorite part of French onion soup.

Here's the house brined, double thick cut, Berkshire pork chop with spiced peach gastrique, crispy spaetzle, over Swiss chard. Here, the wonderful base of spaetzle and chard filled in any empty spaces a big eater might have after gnawing the last morsel off the bone of that chop. Our bone returned to the kitchen as clean as our plates.

More good news on the Provincetown food scene is that Devon has opened a second place, Devon's Deep Sea Dive in the old Tips for Tops'n space on Bradford Street. He has kept some old favorites like the Portuguese Seafood Stew and updates classic seafood shack favorites with the best ingredients and a chef's touch to enhance the appeal.

Here's an archive post about breakfast at Devon's.

Cornmeal Blueberry Pancakes At Devon's in Provincetown

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September 16, 2013
Dinner at Devon’s in Provincetown

During the past week, we have managed to have three breakfasts and one dinner at Devon's in Provincetown's East End. Just the thought of that puts big smiles on our faces.

Our favorite breakfast spot transforms itself each evening to become a white tablecloth, fine dining restaurant with food that would rank with the best in Boston.

We shared our meals because we both wanted the same dishes. Above is the Pan Seared Atlantic Halibut with Cannellini Beans, Pearl Onion, Baby Mustard Green Ragout over Grilled Picholine Olive Bread.

Penny thinks that owner Devon Ruesch and Chef Julia Moore understand that all that sea air makes for hungry diners. They have found ways to balance a meal with elements like that olive bread under the halibut. It soaked up the oniony broth and reminded us of our favorite part of French onion soup.

Here's the house brined, double thick cut, Berkshire pork chop with spiced peach gastrique, crispy spaetzle, over Swiss chard. Here, the wonderful base of spaetzle and chard filled in any empty spaces a big eater might have after gnawing the last morsel off the bone of that chop. Our bone returned to the kitchen as clean as our plates.

More good news on the Provincetown food scene is that Devon has opened a second place, Devon's Deep Sea Dive in the old Tips for Tops'n space on Bradford Street. He has kept some old favorites like the Portuguese Seafood Stew and updates classic seafood shack favorites with the best ingredients and a chef's touch to enhance the appeal.

Here's an archive post about breakfast at Devon's.

Cornmeal Blueberry Pancakes At Devon's in Provincetown

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September 16, 2013
Paddleboard Dogs Say, “Home, James!”

One of the great joys of being in Provincetown is seeing dogs enjoying quality time with their people. We love sitting on the deck watching the parade of dogs on the harbor beach and on the water.

We’ve often seen dogs in inflatables and kayaks, but this was our first time spotting dogs posed proudly on stand up paddleboards. These four were moving at high speed as you can see from the wakes the boards where kicking up.

Thanks for the smile, paddleboard dogs.

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September 15, 2013
Paddleboard Dogs Say, “Home, James!”

One of the great joys of being in Provincetown is seeing dogs enjoying quality time with their people. We love sitting on the deck watching the parade of dogs on the harbor beach and on the water.

We’ve often seen dogs in inflatables and kayaks, but this was our first time spotting dogs posed proudly on stand up paddleboards. These four were moving at high speed as you can see from the wakes the boards where kicking up.

Thanks for the smile, paddleboard dogs.

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September 15, 2013
Paddleboard Dogs Say, “Home, James!”

One of the great joys of being in Provincetown is seeing dogs enjoying quality time with their people. We love sitting on the deck watching the parade of dogs on the harbor beach and on the water.

We’ve often seen dogs in inflatables and kayaks, but this was our first time spotting dogs posed proudly on stand up paddleboards. These four were moving at high speed as you can see from the wakes the boards where kicking up.

Thanks for the smile, paddleboard dogs.

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

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: © 2013 Penny & Ed Cherubino

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September 15, 2013
“The Navigator & the Squirrel Hunter” – Now Playing on Sunday Dog

Portuguese Water Dog Henry, aka “Henry the Navigator,” and Cairn Terrier Katie Margaret the “Squirrel Hunter” are Sunday Dogs who love their job descriptions!

At 14, Katie (who has the most soulful eyes) has spent her life trying to catch a squirrel – not an easy feat, even for a wily terrier. Recently, she did come very close to fulfilling her dream, but at the last moment, Henry swooped in and snatched the little critter. The two were separated with no harm done, except to Katie’s ego.

While both of these Boston dogs are squirrel obsessed, there’s no doubt about Henry’s aquatic roots. This energetic 3-year-old looks forward to their walks, especially when they include Castle Island, where he gets to go in the water.

Katie stepped out her carry pouch for this close-up.

These two also get to spend a lot of quality time in Provincetown. Katie likes it so much out there that, when the car’s all packed and it’s time to go, she stays in the house as if to say, “I’ll see you when you get back.”

When Katie and Henry are not taking long walks around Boston, posing for photos, or scanning for squirrels, they can’t resist romping with a good squeak toy followed by a long chew on a prized bully stick.

What a great life! See you around the city.

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“The Navigator & the Squirrel Hunter” – Now Playing on Sunday Dog

Portuguese Water Dog Henry, aka “Henry the Navigator,” and Cairn Terrier Katie Margaret the “Squirrel Hunter” are Sunday Dogs who love their job descriptions!

At 14, Katie (who has the most soulful eyes) has spent her life trying to catch a squirrel – not an easy feat, even for a wily terrier. Recently, she did come very close to fulfilling her dream, but at the last moment, Henry swooped in and snatched the little critter. The two were separated with no harm done, except to Katie’s ego.

While both of these Boston dogs are squirrel obsessed, there’s no doubt about Henry’s aquatic roots. This energetic 3-year-old looks forward to their walks, especially when they include Castle Island, where he gets to go in the water.

Katie stepped out her carry pouch for this close-up.

These two also get to spend a lot of quality time in Provincetown. Katie likes it so much out there that, when the car’s all packed and it’s time to go, she stays in the house as if to say, “I’ll see you when you get back.”

When Katie and Henry are not taking long walks around Boston, posing for photos, or scanning for squirrels, they can’t resist romping with a good squeak toy followed by a long chew on a prized bully stick.

What a great life! See you around the city.

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

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April 28, 2013
“The Navigator & the Squirrel Hunter” – Now Playing on Sunday Dog

Portuguese Water Dog Henry, aka “Henry the Navigator,” and Cairn Terrier Katie Margaret the “Squirrel Hunter” are Sunday Dogs who love their job descriptions!

At 14, Katie (who has the most soulful eyes) has spent her life trying to catch a squirrel – not an easy feat, even for a wily terrier. Recently, she did come very close to fulfilling her dream, but at the last moment, Henry swooped in and snatched the little critter. The two were separated with no harm done, except to Katie’s ego.

While both of these Boston dogs are squirrel obsessed, there’s no doubt about Henry’s aquatic roots. This energetic 3-year-old looks forward to their walks, especially when they include Castle Island, where he gets to go in the water.

Katie stepped out her carry pouch for this close-up.

These two also get to spend a lot of quality time in Provincetown. Katie likes it so much out there that, when the car’s all packed and it’s time to go, she stays in the house as if to say, “I’ll see you when you get back.”

When Katie and Henry are not taking long walks around Boston, posing for photos, or scanning for squirrels, they can’t resist romping with a good squeak toy followed by a long chew on a prized bully stick.

What a great life! See you around the city.

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

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Cooking in Vacation Rentals: The Spice Box

What would you miss from your pantry if you were cooking in a kitchen that was empty of food products? I quickly learned that I missed my seasonings. So, I created a spice box that travels with me when we rent a vacation home.

I use a box of watchmaker's tins that I've filled with a supply of spices and blends designed to give me the most versatility with the fewest containers.

What's in my spice kit?

Sea salt and kosher salt get their own larger containers. The blends are French herbs, curry powder, Bell's Seasoning, Old Bay Seasoning, and an Italian herb blend. One container holds star anise, cloves, nutmeg, cardamom, and bay leaves. My beloved Aleppo pepper and candied ginger get containers of their own.

What would be in your spice box?

We'd love to hear in the comments below. Send us an email and we'll add your ideas to this piece.

Fortunately, you can now buy peppercorns in containers that are grinders,
so I carry one of those as well. You can also buy spice kits that are usually sold by ethnic group. If I were creating this today, I think I'd use magnetic spice tins.

Using what I have as a guide, I make an amazing array of meals over a couple of weeks with just this selection. I've also been able to loan some flavors to neighbors at an apartment complex in Provincetown. I remember one long-time fellow renter calling up to me, "Penny, I'm craving carrot salad, would you have some cumin." I did, and she shared her salad and recipe!

One exception to this empty pantry rule was a home we rented for a few years on Lake Tashmoo on the island of Martha’s Vineyard. It had an herb garden outside the door and enough equipment to run a small catering business.

The homeowners stocked every spice, extract, staple, and supply imaginable. A note invited renters to use what they needed but to replace whatever they used up during their visit. That way the kitchen should always be fully supplied. Apparently, this worked because the system continued throughout the years we rented that home.

Updates from our readers!

(03/05/12) "I would have pickling spices. Why? Because we always prepare our own lobster dinner when on vacation, and the pickling spices added to the boiling water sweeten the lobster meat and create a unique aroma as well. Vacation rentals almost always come with a lobster pot and everything else you need for a lobster dinner, except for the pickling spices," wrote Marlene.

Thanks Marlene! I think we'll try this. What a perfect excuse to have lobster this week!

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March 5, 2013
Cooking in Vacation Rentals: The Spice Box

What would you miss from your pantry if you were cooking in a kitchen that was empty of food products? I quickly learned that I missed my seasonings. So, I created a spice box that travels with me when we rent a vacation home.

I use a box of watchmaker's tins that I've filled with a supply of spices and blends designed to give me the most versatility with the fewest containers.

What's in my spice kit?

Sea salt and kosher salt get their own larger containers. The blends are French herbs, curry powder, Bell's Seasoning, Old Bay Seasoning, and an Italian herb blend. One container holds star anise, cloves, nutmeg, cardamom, and bay leaves. My beloved Aleppo pepper and candied ginger get containers of their own.

What would be in your spice box?

We'd love to hear in the comments below. Send us an email and we'll add your ideas to this piece.

Fortunately, you can now buy peppercorns in containers that are grinders,
so I carry one of those as well. You can also buy spice kits that are usually sold by ethnic group. If I were creating this today, I think I'd use magnetic spice tins.

Using what I have as a guide, I make an amazing array of meals over a couple of weeks with just this selection. I've also been able to loan some flavors to neighbors at an apartment complex in Provincetown. I remember one long-time fellow renter calling up to me, "Penny, I'm craving carrot salad, would you have some cumin." I did, and she shared her salad and recipe!

One exception to this empty pantry rule was a home we rented for a few years on Lake Tashmoo on the island of Martha’s Vineyard. It had an herb garden outside the door and enough equipment to run a small catering business.

The homeowners stocked every spice, extract, staple, and supply imaginable. A note invited renters to use what they needed but to replace whatever they used up during their visit. That way the kitchen should always be fully supplied. Apparently, this worked because the system continued throughout the years we rented that home.

Updates from our readers!

(03/05/12) "I would have pickling spices. Why? Because we always prepare our own lobster dinner when on vacation, and the pickling spices added to the boiling water sweeten the lobster meat and create a unique aroma as well. Vacation rentals almost always come with a lobster pot and everything else you need for a lobster dinner, except for the pickling spices," wrote Marlene.

Thanks Marlene! I think we'll try this. What a perfect excuse to have lobster this week!

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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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