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Penny

Boston

Publisher of www.BostonZest.com

Interests: food, wine, dogs, art, photography, jazz, architecture

Recent Activity

We Toast February 2019 with Prosecco Venti22due from a Good Friend

"... you can almost taste the aroma of the apple and cherry trees ..." Continue reading

Posted Feb 1, 2019 at BostonZest

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Kudos to Dog Communities

People with dogs bring activity and added security to our sidewalks and parks all year long, at all hours, and in all weather conditions. Continue reading

Posted Jan 13, 2019 at BostonZest

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Bollinger Special Cuvée Champagne Wraps Up Our Year of Monthly Toasts with Favorite Sparkling Wines

It ticks all the boxes for what we love in a Champagne. Continue reading

Posted Dec 31, 2018 at BostonZest

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BagPodz Reusable Shopping Bag Kit Is the Perfect Special Gift for Special People

Give a gift that makes life easier in so many ways. Continue reading

Posted Dec 20, 2018 at BostonZest

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Toasting December with Another Fave, Billecart-Salmon Brut Reserve Champagne

“round … mellow … friendly … magical … drink slowly through the temperatures” Continue reading

Posted Dec 1, 2018 at BostonZest

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Look Where We Found a Fastachi Pop-Up!

One of our favorite sources of holiday gifts! Continue reading

Posted Nov 23, 2018 at BostonZest

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Breadcrumbs Are Golden

Sprinkled here and there, these golden crumbs are gaining popularity. Continue reading

Posted Nov 14, 2018 at BostonZest

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Naming Dogs and Cats, Starring Harriet!

How did you decide on a name for your dog or cat? Continue reading

Posted Nov 11, 2018 at BostonZest

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Ginger as Medicine

Ginger broth, ginger tea, ginger mints, candied ginger Continue reading

Posted Nov 9, 2018 at BostonZest

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Ginger Goes Mainstream

We are using more ginger than ever in both savory and sweet dishes. Continue reading

Posted Nov 7, 2018 at BostonZest

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Preparing for an Animal ER Visit

Do your best to slow bleeding, stabilize injured limbs, and prepare to deal with gastric upsets on the way to get help ... Continue reading

Posted Nov 4, 2018 at BostonZest

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An Autumn Dreamer....

Good advice from a sailor, writer and historian Continue reading

Posted Nov 3, 2018 at BostonZest

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Toasting November with a Special Wine: Guy Larmandier, Cramant Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs in a Special Place

A blanc de blancs we love! Continue reading

Posted Nov 1, 2018 at BostonZest

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Argyle Vintage Brut 2013 Is Our choice to Toast October 2018 with an Old Favorite!

Argyle won two spots in our year of favorites. Continue reading

Posted Oct 1, 2018 at BostonZest

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September's Toast: Here's to Keeping Summer Going with Etxaniz Txakoli Rose!

For us, summer lasts at least until Columbus Day. Continue reading

Posted Sep 1, 2018 at BostonZest

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Food Waste Feast Is Our Friday Link

A very useful site from people we respect. Continue reading

Posted Aug 24, 2018 at BostonZest

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Your Most Expensive Food Is the Food You Waste

Try our plan for reducing food waste. Continue reading

Posted Aug 22, 2018 at BostonZest

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Prepping for Travel with Your Favorite Dog

With tips from one of our favorite bartenders! Continue reading

Posted Aug 19, 2018 at BostonZest

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A Few Tidbits About Onions and Other Alliums

Who knew alliums were so good for you? Continue reading

Posted Aug 15, 2018 at BostonZest

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A Sunday Dog Alert: Careful with Those Dog Paws, There Are Bees in Them There Blossoms!

And, what to do if your dog is stung! Continue reading

Posted Aug 12, 2018 at BostonZest

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Toasting August with the Flame and Spark of Nino Franco Faìve Brut Rose!

Another old favorite toast in 2018 Continue reading

Posted Aug 1, 2018 at BostonZest

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Soup in Summer Beyond Gazpacho

"Many cold soups are much easier to prepare today" Continue reading

Posted Jul 5, 2018 at BostonZest

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Toasting July with Charles de Cazanove Rosé Champagne

"... how a mistake made in a moment of hurry had a happy ending!" Continue reading

Posted Jul 1, 2018 at BostonZest

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Poppy Says, "You Can't See Me..."

"Penny even tried to use her phone to find me!" Continue reading

Posted Jun 17, 2018 at BostonZest

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"Raindrop Keep Falling on My Head..." Photo Tales & Quotes