H COLE curates meaningful coastal experiences on the South Shore. By Maria Allen Photos by Christina Runnals Photography Elle Jarvis, the creator of the culinary lifestyle brand H COLE, believes in intentional entertaining. With a professional background in hospitality and experiential marketing, and a passion for cooking that was sparked while managing chef Barbara Lynch’s … Read more
Simple autumn recipes prepared with Hippy Pilgrim’s artisanal garlic salts and seasonings burst with homegrown flavor. By Judy Fosdick Photography by Kate Rogan When Susannah Sapir was a child, she learned an important lesson from working in her mother’s backyard vegetable garden and eating the delicious meals she created: Fresh food tastes great. This early … Read more
Hingham Shipyard reels in Boston’s Briar Group to debut its first South Shore restaurant. By Kellie Speed Photography by Brian Doherty Photography and Paige Ashley Harding Photography Brian Doherty Photography Paige Ashley Harding Photography When Hingham Beer Works shuttered in 2020, we were anxious to see what would take over the space at Hingham … Read more
A local family’s passion for sweet treats lives on at a rustic shed-turned-shop in Cohasset. By Laura DeSisto Photography by Kate Rogan f you’ve lived on the South Shore during the last 40 years, chances are pretty good that you may have sampled Maggie’s Corner famous chocolate cake with cream cheese frosting. The cake … Read more
Simple recipes for a romantic dinner for two. Story and recipes by Sarah MacDonald Photography and styling by Kate Rogan Lemon Herb Sea Bass with Heirloom Tomato Risotto Roasted Butternut Squash, Brussels and Prosciutto Flatbread Espresso Chocolate Tart Lemon Herb Black Sea Bass with Heirloom Tomato Risotto Ingredients 1 whole black sea bass, filleted 1/2 lemon, juiced … Read more
Simple recipes for a romantic dinner for two. Story and recipes by Sarah MacDonald Photography and styling by Kate Rogan Bruschetta on a Toasted Garlic Ciabatta Spaghetti Carbonara with Crispy Sage Affogato with Biscotti Bruschetta on a Toasted Garlic Ciabatta Ingredients 1/2 loaf of ciabatta bread 2 cloves of garlic, peeled 1/2 cup of olive oil 4 … Read more
A new Pembroke restaurant puts a fresh spin on Italian cuisine. By Maria Allen Photography by Kjeld Mahoney Anyone who has traveled to Florence, Italy, will immediately recognize the wall-sized photograph of the Ponte Vecchio that wraps around the dining room at Osteria Vivo in Pembroke. If visitors were to judge a book by its … Read more
Simple recipes for a romantic dinner for two. Story and recipes by Sarah MacDonald Photography and styling by Kate Rogan Gougères Steak Frites with Compound Butter Tarte Aux Pommes Gougeres Ingredients 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup milk 1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter, cut into tablespoons 1 teaspoon of Kosher Salt 1 cup all-purpose flour 4 large … Read more
By day, James Kukstis makes his living penning stories for Wicked Local, covering the Marshfield beat. In his off hours, however, he swaps his writer’s hat for a brightly colored knit beanie and fires up the oven at his Scituate home to pursue his other passion—baking. Known as Mr. Butterscotch, Kukstis operates a small-but-mighty side … Read more
Elevate your game day menu with these seriously delicious recipes. Text and photography by Kate Bowler It’s a big day for football fans, but it’s an even bigger day for snack lovers. Super Bowl Sunday is the perfect occasion for classic game day dishes like wings and nachos, but don’t be afraid to introduce your … Read more
5 South Shore dining spots we’re excited to try out this year. Osteria Vivo Restaurant & Bar When They Opened: November, 2021 What to Order: Lobster and Oxtail Bolognese and an Espresso Martini From acclaimed restaurateur Jimmy Burke and wife Joanie Wilson comes a new Italian eatery dedicated to providing an exceptional blend of … Read more
Learning the history behind the holiday at Plimoth Patuxet Museums. By David Kindy Think you know about Thanksgiving? Think again. This fall, Plimoth Patuxet Museums will be commemorating the 400th anniversary of the First Thanksgiving with the launch of a new exhibit, “We Gather Together: Thanksgiving, Gratitude, and the Making of an American Holiday.” On … Read more