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A Little Bit About a Lot of Things

“A lifestyle blog with a focus on my food adventures”

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August 22, 2014 Taste of WGBH

I am excited to attend this year’s Taste of WGBH Food and Wine Festival! This year over 25 of the top chefs in the city will come together for this great event. I will be attending the Chef’s Gala on Thursday, September 11th.  Readers of A Little Bit About a Lot of Things can get […]

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August 17, 2014 Boston Magazine’s The Cue

Guests gathered on Tuesday night at Black Falcon Terminal for Boston Magazine’s first annual, The Cue. Readers of Boston Magazine voted to pick the top 10 mixed drinks in the city. Those top 10 mixologists came to The Cue to mix their drinks live and guests of the event were asked to pick their favorite. […]

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August 13, 2014 Raaka Chocolate Tasting at Cocoanuts

Clarissa from Raaka chocolate stopped by Cocoanuts mid July for a sampling event. Mark and I stopped by before heading out to our Wine and Cheese class. Raaka was founded by Ryan Cheney and Nate Hodge who are based out of Brooklyn, NY. Their chocolate is certified organic, certified fair trade, soy free, nut free, […]

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August 5, 2014 Wine, Cheese and the Pursuit of Happiness

Mark and I headed out after work on a Thursday night to the Boston Wine School for a wine and cheese class. I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve driven by, or even stopped at the liquor store next door, not realizing the school’s location. Located right on Commonwealth Street, parking can get […]

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August 4, 2014 The Good Ones: Power Hour IV

The Good Ones put on another power hour on Wednesday, fresh off the heels of a successful event the night before. See my recap of Tuesday’s event here. (From L to R) Giovanna Pasquariello, Evanilde Castro Duarte, Heloisa Fitzgerald wearing an original design from her collection (oh yes, that amazing necklace is convertible!!), Good One Kimberly […]

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August 3, 2014 The Good Ones: Power Hour III

From the Good Ones: Time is scarce and relationships are invaluable. For one powerful hour – we are hosting a hand-selected group of Bostonians who are founders, executives, journalists, entertainers, students, creatives, mentors and mentees. Each person shares an interest in learning and contributing to their community’s success. Guests gathered on Tuesday night at Neena’s […]

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July 31, 2014 O.N.C.E Follow the Honey

Cuisine en Locale teamed up with Harvard Square’s Follow the Honey and SoonSpoon to take guests on a culinary journey through 10 apiaries. Sarah Paterson bee bearding in the parking lot across the street to kick off the night. They kicked off the first course in the parking lot while guests enjoyed the bee bearding […]

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July 28, 2014 The Good Ones: Greek Mythology

It’s Tuesday evening in the Seaport District, what are you doing? Me?? I am at a modern Greek rooftop gathering with some of Boston’s finest. You can’t beat the views, or the company. The party I’m at is being hosted by The Good Ones – a unique group that hand picks some of the most interesting […]

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July 23, 2014 Good Ones: Whites and Watches at Via Matta

Some of Boston’s finest came out to Via Matta last week to mix, mingle and nosh. Hint Water was a sponsor of the event. Hint is purified water with a splash of flavor, no diet sweeteners, no sugar, and no preservatives. Motto was also at the event, a sparkling matcha tea made with premium matcha, […]

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July 22, 2014 Christofle Dinner at Liquid Art House

Last week, I was invited to a Christofle dinner at Liquid Art House. Not familiar with Christofle? They are a high end, luxury silver company specializing in flatware, home decor and even jewelry. Guests included Chris Haynes of CBH Communications (pictured above with Chef Rachel Klein), octogenarian Doris Yaffe, architect Dartagnan Brown, “This Old House” […]

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