Comments for Food Ways

Comment on tRAWditional FOOD by A sorta raw fan

A sorta raw fan — Thu, 01 May 2008 13:50:18 +0000

I like raw foods…salads are a mainstay of my diet and an almost certain choice for lunch. I do like, however, the flavor of cooked foods too….some grilled veggies over lettuce, warm soups on a cold day, a tasty hot pasta. It would be hard for me to imagine forgoing all the wonderful options, but I think adding in more fresh fruits and vegetables is important whether they are raw or cooked. I tend to believe that cooking food to death (literally!) destroys the nutrient value, so I agree that less cooking and more “raw” is a healthy way to go. Extremes are always just extremes and one needs to find a personal balance about food choices. Of course, there are always those who like to preach their points of view…but who knows how they actually live. Didn’t I see Mr. Clement with a piece of cake (baked?) in his grocery basket?

Comment on by A wistful cook

A wistful cook — Thu, 01 May 2008 13:40:00 +0000

I too value the artistry and love which goes into preparing good food. As a gourmet “wanna be”, I always loved to try new recipes, scouring the latest food magazines for intriguing recipes and reading cook books like novels. I believed food to be one of life’s easiest pleasures and valued preparing, sharing, hosting many a feast for family and friends. At one point in my life, it was a daily (and in some ways sacred) ritual for three meals and perhaps a snack or two (or three!) as I created healthy food options for my children. I loved putting together little plates of food for them…trying to urge them to become more adventuresome with their tastes but often relying on tepid standbys of macaroni and cheese, peanut butter and jelly, and cereal. Even so, I always added in some fresh fruit or vegetable (celery with peanut butter, anyone?) and tried to have the food look nice on the plates with a proper place setting. It was a simple joy and I felt the privilege of nourishing young lives…yes, there was a deep connection occuring, even though I never planted a garden or gathered eggs.

Comment on Mexican Cuisine: A food tradition worth some attention by Senorita Anna Victoria

Senorita Anna Victoria — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:41:48 +0000

Ah…Mexico. My mouth waters with the memory…and my heartaches with a fullness from the past. Thank you for such a beautiful reminder of glory days. Let’s do it all again!

Comment on These Chefs Believe in Sticking Close to Home by Melissa

Melissa — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 22:52:49 +0000

I loved the link to this article - thank you! I visit Montreal several times a year - the bistros, smoked meats, tea at St James….Marche Atwater is one of my favorite places anywhere and we always go there for dinner shopping - fortunately my friends have a fabulous cooking kitchen! Another must is Patisserie de Gascogne (both Sherbrooke and Laurier are wonderful). I really enjoy shopping at the small cooking shops - while Sur La Table and Williams Sonoma are full of items, in Montreal, the shopping assistants all seem to have a true passion for cooking and creating. Several to try: La Maison d’Emilie (so many wonderful new kitchen tools and ideas!), Maison La Cornue (purchased a beautiful risotta spoon on my last visit), Les Touilleurs and more.

Comment on Huron Village Part Two: Say Cheese! by Amos Oz

Amos Oz — Sat, 29 Mar 2008 14:55:44 +0000

A lecture about sustainable chocolate production?! That sounds wonderful! And the May 4th weekend is serendipitously convenient. Any reason *not* to visit Cambridge?

Comment on Huron Village: Local Bread by 4loveofood

4loveofood — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:35:29 +0000

Its great! Don’t miss this shop! I literally went daily over break. Try the semolina bread, its like a pancake with crust. Delicious!

Comment on Oishii desu ne. (Isn’t it delicious?!) by 4loveofood

4loveofood — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:34:06 +0000

Sapporo Ramen is a decent shop in Porter Square, another Cambridge neighborhood near Huron Village. Their ramen is good, but its a limited selection (no spicy miso, my favorite). Its located on Mass Ave. right near the Porter Square redline stop. The phone number is (617) 876-4805, but I would probably google the location instead of call. It’s a little tricky to find because its inside a Japanese market place, but the scene is interesting in of itself if you’re in the area. I hope that helps! Have a great trip!

Comment on Oishii desu ne. (Isn’t it delicious?!) by robin

robin — Sun, 23 Mar 2008 19:56:19 +0000

Did you know a good noodle shop in Boston? Why can’t we have places like that in the country?

Comment on Huron Village: Local Bread by robin

robin — Sun, 23 Mar 2008 19:53:23 +0000

Thanks for the scoop on the bakery. I’m really looking forward to visiting it. We know nothing about Boston. Huron Village sounds interesting.

Comment on Huron Village Part Two: Say Cheese! by robin

robin — Sun, 23 Mar 2008 19:51:23 +0000

I’m catching up on all your posts. You always find interesting stuff. We are going to Boston in a couple of weeks and I have been trying to remember the name of that mail-order cheese place so I can visit. And here it is in your blog!