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Fortnum & Mason Food and Drink Awards 2024 - Winners Announced
Food and drink A-listers gathered at The Royal Exchange in London this evening, to celebrate the annual Fortnum & Mason Food and Drink Awards. The prestigious awards champion the achievements of the UK’s current and emerging writers, publishers, photographers, broadcasters and personalities who encourage us to enjoy and discover more about food and drink through their work.
How To Drink Australian
How To Drink Australian - Wine & Spirits Magazine Map courtesy of Jane Lopes and Jonathan Ross My initial trepidation that How to Drink Australian would be a paean to the “shoey” was misplaced. There was no drinking from a shoe. Instead, the nearly 500-page book is a bold attempt by two American Master Sommeliers to share the surprising lesson they learned while spending time working in Australia: namely, that they have come to believe that “Australian wine deserves to win.
The best food and gardening books of the month, with Chris Gordon
Halliday Wine Companion 2024 by James Halliday & Campbell Mattinson (ed.) For over 30 years, the Halliday Wine Companion has been recognised as the industry benchmark for Australian wine. Campbell Mattinson is now in the role of chief editor, with a team of experts, including Mr Halliday himself, to gift us mere drinkers with detailed tasting notes on price, value, and advice on best-by drinking. We all know what to expect and this year’s guide is another fabulous contribution.
How 4 wine businesses delivered on their equity goals
Since 2020, countless businesses – in the wine industry and others – have pledged to drive more equity and diversity with their work, primarily in response to national calls for greater protection of Black lives. Two and a half years later, many articles attest that few businesses have delivered on their promises. Were some of these promises empty, used to manage public perception with no plans to execute? Certainly.
How 4 Wine Businesses Delivered on Their Equity Goals
Since 2020, countless businesses—in the wine industry and others—have pledged to drive more equity and diversity with their work, primarily in response to national calls for greater protection of Black lives. Two and a half years later, many articles attest that few businesses have delivered on their promises. Were some of these promises empty, used to manage public perception with no plans to execute? Certainly.
What I Learned Starting a Wine Import Company During a Pandemic
Starting a business in 2020—one not centered on selling facemasks, hand sanitizer, or home exercise equipment—was met with one of two reactions. The first, “Yes, this is exactly the right time to start a business!” was delivered sincerely by entrepreneur-types and the risk-inclined (and less sincerely by people who clearly just wanted to make us feel better). The second, more common, response: “Are you… sure?” This was also the question we asked ourselves. Repeatedly.
A recipe for writing
Modern cookbooks are more than a catalogue of recipes. They’ve become vessels for hospitality professionals to examine their industry, explore the history and processes behind different cuisines and illuminate the way we eat and drink. Two chefs and a sommelier share their experiences putting pen to paper with Hospitality. The desire to write a cookbook is natural for many chefs, says Nino Zoccali.
Vignette by Jane Lopes
A Hardie Grant Books book Jane Lopes Buy Now Abbeys Amazon AU Angus & Robertson Booktopia Collins Dymocks Kinokuniya Mighty Ape Paper Plus QBD Readings Robinsons The Nile The Warehouse Whitcoulls Sometimes we just want someone to hand us a bottle of wine. Sometimes we want to learn more about that wine. And sometimes we want to feel something about wine. read more Sometimes we just want someone to hand us a bottle of wine. Sometimes we want to learn more about that wine.
Apéritif #2
Created at The Catbird Seat in Nashville, Tenn. This drink was inspired by a dish at The Catbird Seat that I needed a pairing for: a raw abalone course that involved sour beer as part of the sauce. I like Champagne or bubbly with raw seafood, as well as sake, and I definitely wanted to find a way to incorporate the sour beer note. I came up with this cocktail, which seemed like a fun way to start off the meal, as well as a good pairing for all the notes in the dish.
Medical marijuana cultivation facility proposed
By Jane Lopes, Middleboro Gazette MIDDLEBORO — A Hopkinton company is planning to cultivate marijuana on a 12-acre site in South Middleboro, with the product to be used by the company's medical marijuana dispensary, selectmen were told Monday night. Holistic Health Group, Inc. would first need the selectmen to send a letter of support, or at least non-opposition, to the state Department of Public Health (DPH).The project is the fourth involving medical marijuana to be presented to the town.
Study to determine how to best preserve historic Oliver Mill Park in Middleboro
By Jane Lopes/Contributing Writer MIDDLEBORO — Oliver Mill Park, the site of Judge Peter Oliver's colonial iron works as well as 19th-century industrial operations, will be the subject of a study to be undertaken this winter.
Officials seek to circle in on rotary plans
By Jane Lopes, Middleboro Gazette MIDDLEBORO — The region is looking to the Federal Highway Administration for possible funding to make the rotary reconfiguration project a reality, Selectman Stephen McKinnon told his colleagues.McKinnon said the plan was discussed during a recent meeting of the Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District (SRPEDD) Commission.He said the federal agency is targeting truck routes within the national highway system for funding."Route 44 is...
Reynolds Florist secures liquor license after two-year effort
By Jane Lopes/Contributing Writer MIDDLEBORO — Reynolds Florist customers can order a bottle of wine or craft beers in their special occasion gift baskets now that James and Michelle Reynolds have completed a two-year quest to update and expand the business that Reynolds' parents began at their Plymouth Street home in 1964.The Reynolds were granted a wine and beer package goods store liquor license Monday night by the Board of Selectmen, 15 months after they first approached the board with...
Region will ask Federal Highway Administration for funding
By Jane Lopes/Contributing Writer MIDDLEBORO — The region is looking to the Federal Highway Administration for possible funding to make the rotary reconfiguration project a reality, Selectman Stephen McKinnon told his colleagues Monday night.McKinnon said the plan was discussed during a recent meeting of the Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District (SRPEDD) Commission.He said the federal agency is targeting truck routes within the national highway system for funding."Rte.
Middleboro could host two medical marijuana dispensaries
By Jane Lopes/Contributing Writer MIDDLEBORO — The town will likely have two medical marijuana dispensaries in operation at the end of next year, one near the rotary circle and one off Rte. 28 in South Middleboro.The selectmen met with Timothy Shaw of ARL Health Care of Newton Monday night. Shaw said he is licensed by the state to open a total of three facilities, including one in Norwood.
Middleborough High School Building Committee: Many options to consider as project begins to take shape
By Jane Lopes/Contributing Writer MIDDLEBORO — The design team for the Middleboro High School renovation/replacement project set out 11 scenarios during a public forum at Oak Point Tuesday night.
Park Commission has a plan to add more parking spaces
By Jane Lopes/Contributing Writer MIDDLEBORO — The Park Commission would like the town to consider buying two parking lots in the vicinity of the Peirce Playground to accommodate the growing number of people who attend events at the playground as well as the museums and auction house on Jackson Street.Park Commission Chairman Garrett Perry told the selectmen Monday night that his board has been looking at two lots owned by businessman Gerald Aronson, who also owns the business complex at the...
Veterans Service Officer, Selectmen to meet Nov. 21
By Jane Lopes/Contributing Writer MIDDLEBORO — After a letter-writing and email campaign where he called out the Board of Selectmen for failing to accept the will of town meeting voters, Veterans Agent Paul Provencher will be back before the board on Nov. 21.Provencher and the town manager have been at odds for more than a year over hiring a clerk to staff his office, with Provencher insisting he needed a full-time clerk, particularly since he will be retiring in February.
New director of economic and community development starts Monday
By Jane Lopes/Contributing Writer MIDDLEBORO — David Gallagher of Boston, most recently a financial analyst with Harvard University, will begin work as Middleboro's director of economic and community development on Monday.Gallagher, who has a master's degree in city planning from Metropolitan College, Boston University, served for three years in the 1990s as town planner in Marshfield and has since worked for the state."David comes highly recommended by his colleagues," said Town Manager...
Marketing study sees 'unmet demand' for downtown restaurants
By Jane Lopes/Contributing Writer MIDDLEBORO — There is an "unmet demand" of up to $2.6 million annually for full-service restaurants in the town's commercial district, according to the results of a marketing study conducted by a consulting group over the summer.The Market Analysis and Business District Assessment was completed by Peg Barringer of Fine Points Associates of Brookline for the town's Office of Economic and Community Development and Middleborough on the Move (MOM), a local...
New concerns at A Plus Waste and Recycling over building safety
By Jane Lopes/Contributing Writer MIDDLEBORO — Odor issues at A Plus Waste and Recycling have become the subject of lawsuits, but another issue remains: the condition of a partially collapsed building on the River Street property.A Plus was shut down by the state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) earlier this year and is under a DEP order to clear the site by February of composting materials that were the subject of complaints from neighbors.
Tax rate going down, but homeowners still likely to see increase
By Jane Lopes/Contributing Writer MIDDLEBORO — The good news is that the property tax rate is going down this year. The mixed news is that the average homeowner will nevertheless see an increase in his or her tax bill - but that's because the value of the average home has increased in the past year.The average tax bill, for a home valued at $278,900, will increase by about $130 for this fiscal year, from $4,268.15 to $4,398.25.
Lots of Love store opens at Savas Plaza in Lakeville
By Jane Lopes/Contributing Writer LAKEVILLE — Area residents shopping for children's gifts can save money while helping other families by doing their shopping at the store that Lots of Love opened just last weekend.The new store, located in Savas Plaza in the space formerly occupied by Lakeville Cards and Gifts, will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. this Saturday and will offer a wide variety of children's toys, baby gifts and a limited number of Halloween costumes for children and adults.
Knitting group looks to 'raise spirits' with handmade scarves
By Jane Lopes/Contributing Writer MIDDLEBORO — During the four weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas, if you're struggling with some personal issues or just feeling overwhelmed by the holidays, take that scarf that's tied to the light post down the street and know that it was placed there by someone who was thinking of you.That's the message a group of local women hope to send with their special project for the holiday season, Middleboro Holiday Hugs."We helped out with a program in...
Voters say 'no' to Stretch Code
Voters say 'no' to Stretch Code MIDDLEBORO — A majority of voters at Monday night's special town meeting were reluctant to adopt a state law designed to improve energy efficiency in new buildings, at least without more information on how the Stretch Energy Code might affect existing buildings, particularly historic homes.The Green Energy Committee recommended that voters adopt the code in order for Middleboro to take steps toward becoming a Green Community and being eligible for state grants...
Town Meeting voters show support for Veterans Agent Paul Provencher
Town Meeting voters show support for Veterans Agent Paul Provencher MIDDLEBORO — With the support of most voters in the hall, Veterans Agent Paul Provencher won his last battle with Town Manager Robert Nunes and the selectmen at Monday night's special town meeting — that is, pending the outcome of the union grievance that the town manager indicated would result from the action.Provencher and the town manager have been at odds for more than a year over hiring a clerk to staff his office, with...
Handicap parking fine leads list of 23 articles
Handicap parking fine leads list of 23 articles MIDDLEBORO -— The selectmen are recommending that voters at Monday night's special town meeting create more of a deterrent for those who park illegally in spaces reserved for the disabled, by increasing fines from $50 to $300.But former Selectman Lincoln Andrews contends the increased fine will only work if people know about it.
Special Town Meeting: Fate of Eastwood Estates subdivision in hands of voters
Special Town Meeting: Fate of Eastwood Estates subdivision in hands of voters MIDDLEBORO — The selectmen have cleared the way for the roads in the Eastwood Estates subdivision to be accepted as town roads at the Oct.
Selectmen recommend adoption of state Stretch Energy Code on October 3
Selectmen recommend adoption of state Stretch Energy Code on October 3 MIDDLEBORO — Voters at the Oct. 3 special town meeting will be asked to approve a measure that would add significantly to the cost of a new home, commercial building or major addition, but would result in substantial savings over time, selectmen were told Monday night.The special town meeting will convene at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct.
Decade long dispute could be resolved at Oct. 3 Town Meeting
Decade long dispute could be resolved at Oct. 3 Town Meeting MIDDLEBORO — After more than a decade, Brookside Estates residents can look forward to the roads in their subdivision being repaired, but it will cost them.DPW Director Chris Peck announced Monday night that bids were opened last week and reconstruction of the roads will cost around $700,000. If voters at the Oct.
Increase in fine for illegal handicap parkers up for vote
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Selectmen to crack down on used car dealers
MIDDLEBORO BOS Selectmen to crack down on used car dealers Two local businesses said to exceed license limits for number of cars for sale By Jane Lopes/Contributing Writer Posted Aug. 26, 2016 at 6:12 PM
Brookside residents strive for road acceptance
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New drainage plan approved for Plain Street, Oak Point
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State orders Cumbees to clean up old site
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Cranberry growers say earth removal permits represent completed projects
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Cranberry bog owner contests drainage system plan at Oak Point/Plain Street
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New book by Lakeville author focuses on Judge Peter Oliver
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'Dueling' odor experts to investigate stench at A Plus Waste and Recycling
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Town Manager will contact tribe about land purchase
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Drainage issues in Plain Street/Oak Point area need to be addressed
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Selectmen hear from A Plus neighbors, again
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Police station proposal headed to Annual Town Meeting
MIDDLEBORO BOS Police station proposal headed to Annual Town Meeting Veterans Agent controversy resolved with temporary agreement By Jane Lopes/Contributing Writer Posted Apr. 21, 2016 at 2:01 AM
Board discusses increased fines for handicap parking violations
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Committee authorized to act on new projects at park
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Miller Street rail crossing warning signals malfunctioning, again
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New addition to Veterans Memorial Park to honor women who've served
HONORING WOMEN VETERANS THIS MEMORIAL DAY New addition to Veterans Memorial Park to honor women who've served Women's Army Core vet and Navy vet to serve as Grand Marshals for parade By Jane Lopes/Contributing Writer Posted May. 20, 2015 at 10:42 AM
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