All in the family: The Jackson empire
I sat down to interview Peg Jackson, the animated and outspoken matriarch of the family behind the success of the Ocean View and Plane View restaurants.
Basil delights on Martha’s Vineyard
Sailors from Genoa discovered sweet basil on their trading trips to the Middle East 600 years ago and brought the herb home to Italy in terracotta pots.
New restaurant: Little House Cafe
Without a doubt, Charles Ingalls ("Pa" of Little House on the Prairie) was a hard working man, but even he would have to tip his dusty hat to the owners of the Little House Café.
‘Soups and Sides’ by Cathy Walthers
There's been quite a bit of hype surrounding Catherine Walthers's recently released cookbook "Soups + Sides," and it's not difficult to see why.
Granola business a healthy success for Denise Guest
In one year Be My Guest granola has grown by leaps and bowls.
How sweet it is: The Sweet Life Cafe
When Pierre and Susan Guérin bought The Sweet Life Cafe in 2007, they had some big shoes to fill.
Seafood Throwdown at West Tisbury Farmers Market
During one of the busiest weekends of the summer, Island chefs Kyle Garrell and Johnny Graham stepped out of their kitchens and into the fresh air of the Farmers Market last Saturday, for a Seafood Throwdown: an Iron Chef-style cook-off in front of a crowd.
Getting creative with greens and grains
Though the desire to eat local has been popular for a while on the Vineyard, few are aware of its health benefits.
Where to eat in Menemsha
Right around this time every summer, I realize it's been weeks since I've left the two-mile microcosm in Oak Bluffs that has become my entire world.
Ice cream shops on Martha’s Vineyard
We all scream for ice cream — even if we're not chasing a Good Humor truck down the block.
New cookbook: Cathy Walthers’ ‘Soups and Sides’
Island resident and celebrated cookbook author Catherine Walthers spent last Friday evening at new Island gallery, Pep Art, celebrating the release of her third cookbook, "Soups + Sides.
Seafood throwdown at the West Tisbury Farmers Market
The West Tisbury Farmers Market hosts an exciting Seafood Throwdown this Saturday, August 14 from 10 am to 12 noon.
Good taste
Diner purists may disapprove, but I intend to refute the premise that all diners are greasy-spoon hash houses in prefabricated aluminum buildings.
Flatbread: Pizza with a purpose
Flatbread is the new restaurant at Nectar's, the nightclub located near the M.
One-stop sandwich shops
Only the organized and practical have everything they need for a day at the beach before leaving the house.
Bar harbor in Oak Bluffs
Since my move to Martha's Vineyard in 1994, I've lived in five of the Island's six unique towns.
Soup for the stars
Butterhead lettuce and fresh shelling peas offer two of the most delicate and satisfying tastes of early summer.
Slow food annual event with a famous twist
The Martha's Vineyard annual Slow Food Summer Potluck will take place this Tuesday, July 20 at the Agricultural Hall in West Tisbury.
Island farmers’ markets
In addition to the many farm stands we have on the Island, you can find farmers' markets four days a week, hosted by three different organizations.
First potatoes are so good
The humble potato ranks high on my list of the best tastes of summer.