Monthly Archives: January 2011

Snowy Day

We are enjoying (ha!) a perpetual blizzard here in the northeast. Our epicurious adventures are mostly indoors, at home, with a mug of Nathan’s Hot Chocolate 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 2/3 cup sugar (Not sweet enough? Add more.) … … Continue reading

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Mr. Poggi’s Gift

A mysterious package arrived by post yesterday from our friend Mr. Poggi in Monterosso Al Mare, Cinque Terre, Italy.  It was heavy. We thought it might be a bottle of his wine or maybe another encyclopedia-sized slab of pancetta. It … Continue reading

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Epicurious Camden, Maine

Grand Harbor Inn: Romantic Escape for Two Elegant suites, sparkling flavors and stunning water views It’s another messy, bone-chilling winter and I am my usual post-holiday puffy self. At this time of year, I’m always in need of a relaxing, … Continue reading

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Epicurious California

Biggest Farmer’s Market I’ve ever seen! Our latest epicurious trip to California brought us to the Sunday San Rafael Farmers Market, with over 200 local farmers, specialty food purveyors and artisans celebrating a vibrant local food scene.

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Epicurious Portland, Maine

My Little Epicurious History Lucky me. I landed in Portland, Maine, overlooking beautiful Casco Bay. Brick wharf buildings and cobblestone streets line our gritty working waterfront. The historic Old Port and downtown Arts District make for a vibrant and incomparable … Continue reading

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Epicurious Old Quebec

Canada’s most festive city is easily navigated with parks, public markets, first-class restaurants and celebrations throughout the year. Auberge St-Antoine is a lovely boutique hotel on the riverfront in the heart of Old Québec in a historic wharf district built … Continue reading

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