Monthly Archives: August 2009

Adventures with Ruth

Posted on 08/17/2009 by Alexa

I couldn’t imagine a more perfect person for a travel and food show. Ruth Reichl, the editor-in-chief at Gourmet magazine, is in the works of a doing a PBS travel and food show entitled “Adventures with Ruth.” The show came … Continue reading →

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Something old for something new

Posted on 08/15/2009 by Alexa

A tissue box to hold plastic bags? Spaghetti as a match? Finding new uses for old standbys is always a great idea. Real Simple magazine has a slide show of creative ideas for everyday items. My personal favorite is seen … Continue reading →

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Hidden Gems

Posted on 08/14/2009 by Alexa

Check out these pieces from Melissa Joy Manning. Rocks have never looked so pretty.(images via Melissa Joy Manning) Blog this! Recommend on Facebook Share on Linkedin Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this post Print for later Bookmark … Continue reading →

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Age is not just a number

Posted on 08/13/2009 by Alexa

When it comes to food, how old it is always matters. This video segment was on FOX25 Morning News. The advice comes from Cristin Dillon, a nutritionist, who also writes a great blog for SELF magazine. Check it out here.P.S. … Continue reading →

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Savor Summer

Posted on 08/13/2009 by Alexa

It’s August, which means summer is almost over…sad, I know. Fellow blogger Jessie, who is an intern at Gourmet magazine, sent me this link to the best ice cream parlors in Boston. As a new Bostonian, I’m definitely going to … Continue reading →

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refreshing

Posted on 08/13/2009 by Alexa

Unsurprisingly, NYtimes.com has one of the best dining and wine sections I’ve ever read. Bitten, a blog written by Mark Bittman is one of my favorite go-to foodie reads. (I have to admit, I’ll often click on it before I … Continue reading →

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For the foodie in all of us

Posted on 08/11/2009 by Alexa

“If there is a Nora Ephron signature anything it is that there’s slightly too much food. I have a friend whose mantra is: You must choose. And I believe the exact opposite: I think you should always have at least … Continue reading →

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Bon Appetit!

Posted on 08/10/2009 by Alexa

If you haven’t seen Julie & Julia already, get to the nearest movie theater…now! If you’re a foodie, this movie is definitely going to be a fast favorite. The film chronicles two true stories: one of Julia Child, the chef … Continue reading →

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