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Long Day, Quick Dinner

• 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 […]

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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
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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]