• by Chef Jenn Farmer • One of the things I look the most forward to in the summer is working in the garden. My son and I were at his grandparent’s house yesterday. They have a huge garden, and we had the best time. As a parent I enjoy […]
Island Cooking
Patriotic Food
• by Chef Jenn Farmer • A few days ago I was in Boston. Before I got anywhere near Boylston Street, I began to feel a little overwhelmed by emotions. I began to think about all the everyday heroes that I know and look up to. The first to come […]
Big Fish Story
• by Chef Jenn Farmer • My son and I were doing our usual stroll around town last weekend, when we came across an impressive catch of bluefish and striped bass on the docks by a charter boat. My son was fixated with the fish. They were lovely, anyone would […]
Local Oysters
• by Chef Jenn Farmer • Recently I went on an excursion to find some fish for a dinner party where I would be cooking. It was going to be an interesting group, and I wanted it to be special. Instantly I thought of oysters, since to me they convey […]
Basic & Delicious
• by Jenn Farmer • Sometimes the simple things end up being more elegant than ever anticipated. I was at a loss for dinner ideas one night recently, and people were already invited over. I had a lot to work with, but sometimes inspiration is lacking. At first I contemplated […]
Greatest Hits & Misses
• by Jenn Farmer • No matter how great or fastidious a chef is, they have had some recipes that were not hits. Usually the inspiration happens over a couple of pints or after having some ethereal food experience. No matter how they arrive there, they either come up with […]
An Adventurous Week for Foodies
• by Jenn Farmer • Spring Restaurant Week on Nantucket starts Monday June 3, and it’s a great opportunity to journey out and seek new foods, and new venues. So plan a date night, get the dog a sitter, call some friends, take out the family, or just relax and […]
Eat Local, Think Exotic
• by Jenn Farmer • I am a big supporter of eating locally produced foods when possible, but I enjoy exotic dishes prepared with exotic ingredients. I also understand that locally grown food has better flavor, texture, and potentially more vitamins, and I want to support our local farms and […]