“The older I get, the smarter my father seems to get.” — Tim Russert “Someday you will all miss this.” That was my dad, speaking to my siblings and me at supper the day after a harrowing night. We all looked down at our food and rolled our eyes, thinking he was out of his mind. I lost count of ... Read More
Cooking with Friends
Do you like to cook? Would you like to cook for a good cause? Join other Harpswell cooks in the new industrial kitchen at MCHPP to make dishes that will be used for Harpswell Aging at Home's Meals in a Pinch program. We'll supply the ingredients and recipes. You come ready for some fun. Email Julie ... Read More
Cooking at 43° North: Best-laid plans
It’s May. Spring has sprung and summer is coming. The days are becoming warmer and it is definitely getting greener outside. May is National Barbecue Month, which is fitting, as Memorial Day is on the 29th and many of us will host cookouts. I don’t have to remind you that planning an outdoor ... Read More
Cooking At 43° North: Celebrate with carrot cake
I don’t know about you, but for me, April is the official start of spring. I know it was slow to arrive, but we now have longer days with warmer temperatures. A walk on the beach has become a more pleasant experience with the warmth of the sun. If you look closely, you will see forsythia buds ... Read More
Cooking At 43° North: March 16 was National Artichoke Hearts Day
I wanted to approach March with an open mind. Daylight saving time starts on March 12. The spring equinox is March 20. Opening day for the Red Sox is March 30. Maybe, just maybe, it’s time to turn the page on winter and think spring. The groundhog did see his shadow, right? Even if he didn’t, just ... Read More