Looking for something quick and easy to make to bring to your next family gathering? May I suggest Pumpkin Mousse Pie. This is a light and tasty dessert that is quick and easy to make. I had … more
Just the other day my wife and I received an unexpected treat in the mail. My sister-in-law in Maine sent us a small package and when we opened it we discovered a bag of "Pure Maple Cashews" … more
One of the best things about living in Rhode Island is the food. Our capital city of Providence truly is a great restaurant city. Providence is home to one of America's premier culinary … more
When I was growing up in the 1960's that was the slogan for a yummy snack known as Lucky Cakes. This marvelous confection was made by the Tip Top Baking Co. and widely distributed here in … more
A few years ago a local ice cream shop introduced "Apple Pie" flavored ice cream. From the very first spoonful of this most delighful frozen concoction I declared that I now … more
I come from a long line of bread eaters. Bread is the one food I definitely overindulge in and one day it will probably be my undoing. About 25 years ago bagels became … more
Bread in a can? Sounds positively revolting right? Not so fast. The Burnham & Morrill Co. of Portland, Maine has been in the canning business for more than a century … more
With all deference to Mrs. Butterworth and the Vermont Maid once you get used to real maple syrup there is simply no acceptable substitute. Here in New England pure maple syrup is produced every … more
When Boston Market came to our town in the mid-1990's I immediately became a fan. Here was a place that offered hot and reasonably nutritious meals at a very affordable price. Back in … more
The year was 1948. Researchers discovered some very old ears of corn in a bat cave in west central Mexico. According to the scientists who examined and tested them these ears dated back to … more
OK, I admit it. I'm addicted to carbs. I know they are not good for me but what the heck. I don't smoke or drink or do drugs. Something is going to kill me and … more
Thinking about taking the family out to breakfast this weekend? Looking for a new and distinctive venue to bring a client to for lunch? Are you tired of traipsing to the same … more
As I recall, it was a bit more than twenty five years ago that I began having a great deal of trouble digesting deep fried foods. I was only in my mid-thirties at that time but greasy foods such … more
They are as much a part of the American landscape as white churches, baseball fields and the county fair. Diners have been a long standing favorite of Americans for more than a century now. … more
When I heard the news that yet another grocery chain was coming to town I was quite skeptical to say the least. The name of the store is ALDI and much to my amazement these stores have really … more
When I was growing up the idea that one day most of us would pay for bottled water at the supermarket seemed positively preposterous. Yet, as I write this in 2009 it is estimated that … more
I just returned from my first visit to a KFC store in about 10 years. The sign in the window encourages everyone to "UNTHINK What You Thought About KFC". … more
About 20 years ago my wife and I were travelling through the State of Kentucky on a cold and rainy day. Around mid-afternoon we decided to stop for some chow at what appeared to be a chain … more
""Everything that has made us successful as a company is the problem." Such was a response of a member of the audience to author David A. Kessler M.D.'s presentation … more
Just about everyone I have made this for loves this! This festive looking cake is a great pick-up dessert that is just as appropriate at a cookout, a church supper or a holiday party. Give it a try and … more